1995 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"This car sucks! I hate this heap of junk!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
5 engine mounts cracked and broke, causing engine to tilt inward.
Had to replace line between gear shift and engine 2 days after purchase.
Replaced water pump at 92000 miles.
Axle, cv boot and all 4 brakes 92000 miles.
Engine mounts cracked again (3 months later)
Now stalling (5+times a day) 143000 miles.
General comments?
I knew this car was a piece of crap as soon as my husband brought it home. He bought it with the help of our friend, from a used car lot, as is no warranty. 2 days later the cable that runs from the gear shift to the engine snapped, had to have it towed to a shop. The car soon after started vibrating while at a stop light. At 92000 miles about 6 months later we had to replace the water pump, axle and cv boot along with the brake pads which now squeek continuously, but the mechanic said that was normal. 3 months ago we replaced 5 cracked and broken engine mounts (the engine was tilting to the right side). Now they are cracked again. The mechanic said this is a problem with Mazdas. I am ready to call a car wrecking company and try my hands at another car company. With a warranty! And no friends!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylindar Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 143000 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac Brougham |
| Date of Entry | 16th June, 2005 |