1986 Mazda B2000 review from North America
"This is the truck to have if you want something reliable, easy to fix, and fun to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front main oil seal began to leak.
Pilot shaft barring began to whine.
Valve cover gasket hardened and began to leak.
Bed rusted out badly.
General comments?
Aside from the bed rusting out the truck was great.
Though only rated to pull 1000 lbs I literally drug a 5000 pound car down the road with only 2 tires on it over 13 miles at 45-50 mph without much effort after getting it started.
All the engine repairs were easy to do with simple hand tools.
I rolled the truck in a ditch due to poor road conditions and walked away without a scratch. The roof was crushed in at the middle and the rear window was smashed but it was easy to get road worthy again.
The truck handles well even with damage to the steering assembly.
Recommended Reviews:
  | The most reliable vehicle you'll ever own |
| Good basic work truck transportation! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Previous car | Buick LeSabre |
| Date of Entry | 28th April, 2008 |