1988 Mazda 626 review from North America
"This car just keeps running!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Has an oil leak and burns some oil as well.
A/C needed to be recharged at 230k.
Gas gauge doesn't work.
Clutch slips when it gets really hot.
General comments?
This car is a tank!! I paid $350 dollars for it in 2000 and it has never broken down.
It's old and the paint is oxidized, but it just runs and runs and still gets 21-23 MPG.
In the time that I have had it, I have only had to put tires on it once and recharge the A/C. I do have to add a quart of oil every couple weeks due to the small leak, but that's no big deal at all. For 235k, it's still got a lot of power (for a 4cyl) and the tranny shifts just fine.
I drive the heck out of this car too. I run it to red line frequently, take hard corners, and often spin the tires on it. It's my "Beater" car, but it just keeps on running!! I love this car.
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| I wish I could find another like this one |
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| This is a comfortable, affordable, bargain sedan |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1988 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L EFI 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 170000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 230000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 22nd June, 2006 |