1993 Mazda Protege LX review from North America
"Like a Timex"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Extensive body work due to accidents. Replaced muffler at 160,000 miles. Replaced battery.
General comments?
Most reliable car I've ever owned.
Was given this car after front end collision. Took care of damage and replaced battery which was crushed.
During oil change at 170,000 miles someone omitted replacing the oil cap. Drove the car for 70 miles before engine light came on, and oil began seeping up onto the windshield! Topped off the oil replaced oil cap, and continued to drive it with the engine light still on (figured I'd at least make it back home).
Three weeks later the engine light shut off and the car is still alive and kicking (despite some noticeable knocking).
Will be replacing it soon for aesthetic reasons, since the body has not held up well after several accidents, but this car has never left me high and dry.
Like the watch: Takes a licking and keeps on ticking.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 180000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda Protege |
| Date of Entry | 9th January, 2005 |