1986 Mazda B2000 Ext. Cab review from North America
"Reliable transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New gas tank in 2000.
New timing belt every 100,000 km.
Axle seal & bearing in 1994.
Original battery replaced in 1995.
Rotors in 1998.
Starter sol. in 1993.
Second set of tires.
Replaced the master cylinder in 1998.
U-joint in 1996.
General comments?
The truck overall has been the best vehicle I have ever owned.
Gas mileage isn't great for a 4 cylinder.
The truck has hauled lots of stuff for me and mt family, and has never made me walk home.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 228000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford F150 |
| Date of Entry | 7th April, 2001 |