1989 Mazda B2200 extended cab review from North America
"Best vehicle I've owned.!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed new radiator at 200,000 km.
New gas tank at 214,500 km. (leaking at the half seam)
Clutch slave cylinder leaking at 215,000 km. (soon to be replaced)
Valve cover gasket starting to leak.
General comments?
This truck handles very well. It's been driven through all kinds of extreme weather from -45 below to scorching heat in three countries.
The original battery lasted for 13 years!
This is a fantastic and reliable little truck. Still has lots of power. I hope to get at least another 100,000 km on it!
Recommended Reviews:
  | A cheap work horse in the right climate |
| 1988 - B2200 SE-5 longbed 2.2 liter carbureted It is an excellent, dependable, economical, sturdily built truck |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 litre Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 150 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 214500 kilometres |
| Previous car | AMC Spirit |
| Date of Entry | 7th October, 2003 |