1982 Mazda B2000 Sundowner review from North America
"A great reliable truck, although very uncomfortable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket 11/01.
Transmission stuck in 4th gear 11/02.
Clutch at same time.
Rear axle seal 1/03.
Muffler 1/03.
Seats worn badly.
Clutch slave cylinder leaks.
General comments?
Very reliable truck - started life in Wyoming, then to Utah, then to me in Pennsylvania (near Philadelphia).
I have since taken the truck to Nebraska and back by way of Hell (the town of Hell, Michigan, that is).
Very harsh ride.
Very uncomfortable seating (imagine driving it from Philly to Omaha and back, or the former owner taking it from Salt Lake City to Philly)
Transmission very stiff when cold.
Takes forever to warm up.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 121000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150520 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet G-20 conversion van |
| Date of Entry | 15th February, 2003 |