1992 Mazda MX3 GS review from North America
"Makes Honda's easy prey!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Battery replaced; radiator hoses going; muffler and exhaust replaced; brake pads fading.
General comments?
I've recently purchased a high mileage MX-3 V6 (195000km), and I'm still driving it at 204000+ km!
Nice fast car!
It's a small 1.8 V6, but with a lot of power, especially around 3500 RPM with the good gas.
Mods of done to date: Cold air intake with heat shield and custom "Ram-Air" set-up. It pulls even harder around 4000+ RPM with the Ram-Air. Dual tip high performance chromed muffler - very LOUD, with deep throaty sound; but not so loud above 60km/h.
With these few mods it pulls even harder than before and you can reach 140 km/h easily than before! Try it! That is, if you use the 94+ octane gas; some gas treatment, and fuel system cleaner (all sold at CDN TIRE!)
Oh, I've done a weight reduction... lost the spare tire, jack, rear truck panels, car mats, and insulation under the hood.
Soon I need a tune up and ignition wire change, and replace the drive belt.
Very nice!
Peace!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 195000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 204000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 27th July, 2004 |