1988 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"I love it and it will always be in my Heart and Family"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front struts replace at 89,000 miles.
Passenger side CV joint was replaced at 95,000.
Radiator failed at 135,000.
Driver side CV joint replaced at 165,000.
Besides that there was just minor work I did such as oil change, fuel filter, brakes, tires, and air filter.
General comments?
This car has been reliable to me. it has never left me high and dry no matter what I did to it like off-road, climb curbs, and E-brake turns.
The only upgrades I did to it was added a K and N air filters and added engine treatments.
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  | I wish I could find another like this one |
| This is a comfortable, affordable, bargain sedan |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 169187 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 25th September, 2003 |