1987 Mazda B2000 SE5 review from North America
"Tiny, but tough"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the alternator and fan belt in 2002.
Has the front brakes replaced in 2002.
Antenna just fell off when I was driving (2002).
Replaced a melted hose in 2003.
Has a minor oil leak that I haven't attempted to fix quite yet.
General comments?
This little truck is tough as nails. I've loaded over a ton into his bed and he's hauled it home (up hills) like a trooper.
I had a shoddy tire replacement done on him recently and it blew when I was doing near 70 on the interstate. The truck was so solid and easy to drive that I barely noticed the jerk as the tire went and only realized I had a flat when I heard it flapping.
I've driven this car from Seattle to San Francisco twice in the past year and I've never had a problem with him.
Pretty spartan interior, but I appreciate the simplicity of it. The only thing I would hold against Mazda is the gnarly speakers that make listening to the radio painful.
I have no intention of ever selling this truck. When the engine goes he'll be my electric-conversion project.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 76500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda B2200 |
| Date of Entry | 25th June, 2003 |