1993 Mazda MX6 LS 2.5 DOHC from North America

Summary:

One of the biggest Mazda lemons

Faults:

Distributor cap, distributor rotor, spark plug cables, spark plugs, power seat, power sun roof, engine oil gasket, brakes pads worn really quick.

General Comments:

When I first bought this car back in June of 2003, I thought it was going to be one of the best cars I could get for my money, instead it's been like a nightmare for the last 2 weeks.

In the beginning it was perfect, running good and strong with all the luxury features of the car. It couldn't get any better, but 2 weeks ago the car didn't want to start anymore and since then I have no car. 5 different pleople have tried to fix it and guess what? They can't find what the problem is! This was a dream car that has become a nightmare.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 21st March, 2004

20th Apr 2004, 13:48

I bought a new 1993 MX6 V6 in 1992, and though I have had to replace distributor parts, wires and plugs, and O-2 sensors, my car has been one of the nicest, faithful cars I have ever owned.

Has a dealer looked at the car, or is this just you and your buddies trying to get it to run? It does seem silly to blame a 11 year old car (with how many miles??) for breaking down.

Get a decent mechanic to look over your car, maybe it can still be the sweet car you hoped. Mine certainly is...

Ben.

8th Jun 2004, 16:57

They already fix it and I'm so happy they did it 1 week after I posted this "review" and now I just love this car!

1993 Mazda MX6 LS 2.5 V6 from North America

Summary:

Low cost for high style

Faults:

Sunroof will open, but won't close.

A bad valve cover gasket was leaking oil to the #1 cylinder when I bought the car, $22.00 for a new gasket, easy to self-install.

Weak sound system, all 6 speakers easily replaced for $75.

General Comments:

I've had this car for 4 or 5 months now, and I absolutely love it. It's one of the best looking cars out on the road, and people are always surprised to hear that it's a '93.

It is very easy to work on, basic maintenance such as brakes, oil, and spark plugs presented no problems.

The power is very adequate especially considering the small size of the car. Some simple upgrades such as intake and exhaust would do wonders for this car.

My only gripes involve the single cup holder on the drivers side, and the fact that the back seat is so cramped.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 7th March, 2004

1993 Mazda MX6 2.5 V6 2.5 litre V6 from South Africa

Summary:

Very good performance for the price

Faults:

The clutch release bearing of the clutch broke on the second day I had the car. I replaced the clutch. the original clutch had done 151000km which was reasonably good.

There has been a leak somewhere which has flooded the mats in the car.

Everything else works perfectly, and I am happy with what I got for the money I paid.

General Comments:

This car is a pleasure to drive.

I enjoy using the cruise control.

It's a bit heavy on petrol, but that may be as my foot is a bit heavy on the pedal.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 29th October, 2003

1993 Mazda MX6 LX Mystere 2.5L DOHC V6 from North America

Summary:

A well rounded performance machine, good job Mazda!

Faults:

I haven't had my Mystere for too long therefore I have only had one problem with it, the exhaust system blew apart one day when I was doing a burn-out to show off to my buddies. Everyone told me it would cost 700 to 1000 dollars to fix it, but I ended up getting it fixed for 300 dollars.

General Comments:

I am totally in love with this car to the point where my girlfriend is getting very jealous over it. This car smokes those cheap Civics, I've even taken a couple of Mustangs. The handling is phenomenal which allowed me to escape from the police one day when we ran into them mid race. I was going about 180 km/h and made a high speed turn and the cops flew right by me.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 1st October, 2003