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2008 Mazda MAZDA6 Consumer Discussions
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Mazda6 Sedan
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Re: Tires for 2008 Mazda 6 [zoomzoomwave]
If you don't wish to invest in a set of winter tires, but still deal with snow, I'd recommend the Continental ExtremeContact DWS. I've heard of other Mazda6 owners having nothing but praise for them. They're great performers in both the dry and wet, and offer excellent snow traction for a performance tire. They're also about $60 per tire LESS than the OEM POS Michelins.
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2010 i GT auto with Tech Pkg. [jeffyscott]
Well, you do get a 5/10 year warranty with Kia. I think/hope they have come a long way since the days of the Sephia, etc. I drove an Optima from 2 generations back, as a rental car for a week once and it was terrible. Agree with you on the looks. Kia is making some nice looking (to me) cars. Both the Optima and Forte look good and better to me ... Read More
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Re: 2010 i GT auto with Tech Pkg. [glayfan40]
Well, you do get a 5/10 year warranty with Kia. I think/hope they have come a long way since the days of the Sephia, etc. I drove an Optima from 2 generations back, as a rental car for a week once and it was terrible. Agree with you on the looks. Kia is making some nice looking (to me) cars. Both the Optima and Forte look good and better to me ... Read More
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Re: Waiting for 2011 later this year [jeffyscott]
If your sales figures are correct, it looks like Mazda failed with this redesign. The 2008 Camry sales were 436,617, so 2010 was down 25%, while the Mazda6 is down 32% from their 2008 sales. Keep in mind, Mazda has drastically reduced their fleet service vehicles. According to Mazda, they are putting almost 20% less cars into fleet. There were an abundace of 1st gen Mazda6's sold into fleet service. Fleet ... Read More
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Re: Waiting for 2011 later this year [igozoomzoom]
If your sales figures are correct, it looks like Mazda failed with this redesign. The 2008 Camry sales were 436,617, so 2010 was down 25%, while the Mazda6 is down 32% from their 2008 sales.
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Re: Waiting for 2011 later this year [emerthor]
Could have bought an I Touring for 17900 + ttl, but after seeing the small tweaks to the 2011, especially, the non-striped seats, I'm going to wait till later this year. Have you actually seen the new seat fabric in any photos or even in person? I'd be interested to hear a description and opinion on it compared to what was in the 2010. I was very tempted by several too ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Help with New Car Decision [smarty666]
I second this. The Altima and Mazda6 are the most sporty, from my research and experience. Even though the Fusion/Milan are basically the same car as the 6, they are tuned slightly differently, if I understand correctly. Most reviewers say the Altima is just a *little* bit more sporty than the Mazda6, as well as slightly more fuel efficient (probably due to the CVT). But many other reviewers didn't like the ... Read More
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Re: 2011 Mazda6 [baggs32]
You make it sound like Ford was holding them back when in fact Mazda would be 6 feet under if not for FMC. By Mazda's own admission back in October 2008, the significant amount of Ford hierarchy in Mazda prevented Mazda from doing what they wanted to do. Mazda Japan and Ford America often bumped heads on product planning. Remember, not too long ago, Ford was slower then molasses when it ... Read More
Mazda6 Engine Problems
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Mazda6 major problems
I just got the bill from my mechanic (independent, not Mazda) for almost $3000 for a blown transmission. According to him, something inside the transmission came apart and blew through the case. All the fluid drained out, of course, and soaked the clutch en route. The car is a 2006, with about 67000 miles on it -- out of warranty, of course. There is no way a transmission should blow in ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Model pictured on the right
HOST: Who the heck at Edmunds is responsible for the model of vehicle that is pictured on the right side of the page. They are absolutely just all over the place. Here we are in the current prices paid thread for Mazda6 and there is a 2011 Mazda pictured to the right. That model will probably not be available for sale for another 6 months. It's a wonder there have been ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Ranking of Midsize Cars [plekto]
A 3 year old Mazda 6 can be had for $11000 without trying(dealer) and $9000 private party if you haggle(some dealers have 45-50K mile examples for $9K even). I checked this right now with Autotrader, so it represents real street prices. All depends on location and supply vs demand. I just sold a 2008 Mazda6 i SV with 31K on it for $11,995. I am currently toying with the idea of ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Mazda6 [backy]
My ideal "midsize" would have the handling and smooth power delivery of a Mazda 3s with the interior space of an Elantra. Sounds a lot like the Kizashi, or the previous-generation Mazda6.
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Drove the 2009 Mazda6 V6 Grand Touring [sedmund]
Hi, I have a 2009 Mazda6 iGT, currently 13k miles and bought in Nov 2008. I experienced gas pedal vibration last Wednesday night when I was going 60-65 miles on Hwy, it lasted about 2-3 mins. When I released the gas pedal, my speed didn't reduce and car became very noisy. RPM stayed 2000-2500 I think. The next day morning on the way to work, I heard a very loud "bam", ... Read More
Mazda6 Engine Problems
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2006 mazda6s 3 litre v6 blown motor 59 000 miles
i have a 2006 mazda 6s 3 litre v6 that blew a rod at 59 000 miles this is totally ridiculous and of course my warranties up and ofcourse they cant do anything for me at all. now they want these services reciepts for the car and i bought it used in 2008 so anything from 06 till feb 08 i dont have and ofcourse since i like to take care ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [backy]
I'm sure the price is part of it, but Accord is "only" off 37% year to date, I doubt that either they or Mazda would consider that to be close to the same as a 49% decline. Selling at 63% of prior years rate (a 37% drop) would be nearly 25% more units than selling 51% represents. http://www.hondanews.com/categories/1097/releases/4957 The Fusion is also "only" down 35% ytd. http://media.ford.com/images/10031/February09sales.pdf If this new Mazda6 ... Read More
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [jeffyscott]
The decline in sales of the Mazda6 is very close percentage-wise to declines for cars like the Accord and Camry. This is not a Mazda6-specific problem. Maybe it's not a reflection on the 6 redesign as it is of the car market in general, and other, lower-priced models such as Sonata (UP year-to-date in sales compared with 2008) taking market share from the higher-priced models. The Mazda6 is suffering too from ... Read More
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [aviboy97]
Yet Mazda6 sales are down about 49%, year to date. Yes, everything is down, but I would guess that is a greater than average decline, meaning a reduced market share for the new mazda6. Also these declines are from what were already, I believe, disappointing (to Mazda) sales numbers for the previous version. http://www.mazdausamedia.com/content/mazda-reports-february-2009-sales They just may find that this "me too-ism" does not work.
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [mz6greyghost]
Well, I have, and I was NOT disappointed. I'll admit that there was a slight decline in the overall sportiness of the 6 compared to the 1st-gen, but in return, you get a car with more room in the back (which IMO it needed), a larger trunk, a HUGE improvement in interior materials and fit-and-finish, and more power with the same fuel economy. It still felt polished and composed when cornering ... Read More
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [jeffyscott]
...so why buy it rather than an Accord or a (now much cheaper) Fusion? I can think of two reasons right off the bat: far superior styling and design, inside and out. Also for someone buying a car right now, the Fusion is hard to find with ESC---standard on the Mazda6. Not an issue with the 2010 Fusion of course, or the Accord. Interesting that the Motorweek review was much different ... Read More
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [akirby]
I would think styling is one of the biggest reasons someone would buy a Mazda6 instead of the competition. I think there's two main reasons for the relatively (key word) low sales of the 2009 Mazda6 to date: 1) Word hasn't fully gotten out yet about how much improved the new design is over the old car. 2) With a new design, dealers and Mazda were slow to add incentives and ... Read More
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [elroy5]
Obviously, people don't think these features are worth what Mazda charges for them. There is no way you can possibly know that. There are hundreds of other reasons why people might not choose a Mazda6 over the competition. Styling and dealer location are probably much bigger factors.
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [thegraduate]
I don't know about the "extra features" it has over Accamrytima. The standard Mazda6 i Touring (with no options) is priced similar to the Accord LX-P and Altima 2.5S, but priced higher then a Camry LE. Where the Mazda6 can get pricey is when you add the Convenience Package (Bluetooth phone and audio, Xenon's, dual climate, rain sensing windshield wipers, BSMS, combo leather/cloth seats, welcome lighting system) or the moon roof ... Read More
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Re: Camry vs Accord sales-436000 vs 37200 in 2008 [deltheking]
,Mazda was a poor 52000. Probably the new redesign would prop up sales. They sure hope so. If Mazda can get the Mazda6 to sell like the Mazda3, it would be a hit. The economy has hurt Mazda6 sales more then the competition, and this is why.... You can get an Accord / Camry for less money then a Mazda6 because Mazda6 is loaded with extra technology Camcord does not offer. ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: good deal? [djhalptert]
i>As the other poster said, "WHO TRADES IN A CAR AFTER ONE YEAR ANYWAY?" Lastly, why is this conversation even taking place is you are not going to sell this car within a year? No one is stupid enough to do that Well, like I said it is irrelevant when you sell it, and it may be true that most of the world will never be as smart as you guys, ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Mazda6 recall [lpmiller]
The recall affects the 2009 Mazda 6 with VIN Range of 1YV HP8**95 M00057 - M36656 (the * can be any letter or number) and Build Date from April 8, 2008 through November 7, 2008. Some vehicles have already been repaired at the Ports. My 6s GT is within that VIN Range so is one of those affected. I have not had the problem described though - yet.
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: good deal? [jfritsch]
jfritsch - I would really like to see how you can figure what an 09 Mazda6 would be worth used right now. Please do not site KBB, since their values are worth nothing. First, you cannot compare the 08 Mazda6 to the 09. Totally different cars and the 08 was considered a "bargain buy". The new Mazda6 offer so much more in every was over the previous model. Second, you cannot ... Read More
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Re: Good price for new i Grand Touring? [jfritsch]
A 08 22000 msrp Ford Fusion (Relative of the new style 09 Mazda 6?) has a trade in of $12000 A 2008 Fusion was based on the first gen Mazda6. The 2009 Mazda6 is nothing like a 2008 Fusion. Asa matter of fact, the 2010 Fusion has less in common with the 09 Mazda6 then the 2008 Fusion and 03-08 Mazda6.
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Say it isn't so! [bpizzuti]
Blind spot stuff, NONE of them have it. Mazda has it in the 2009 Mazda6 and has been using it since 2008 in the CX-9.
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Positive buying experience
thanks to Joe Myers Mazda Houston, TX! I took on the task of shopping for a new car in Dec after a total loss accident. I was overwhelmed with all the choices out there. Camry, Sonata, Accord, Malibu, Altima all with similar prices. I visited about 20 dealerships and really studied the market to avoid getting the wrong car or paying too much. Purchased a 2009 Mazda6 i Touring AT with ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Lively safety info...offer more comparisons? [leonfam]
I tend to agree with stephen... check out the Hyundai Elantra. Lower price, compact dimensions, ESC standard. It also happens to have midsize interior room, according to the EPA. The Accord and Sonata are technically full-size sedans, though just barely. I do...but would like to hear some opinions/facts on comparing safety in Mazda6, Accord and Civic. To answer your request directly, all of the vehicles you mention are very safe, and ... Read More
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Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [aviboy97]
greyghost, where are ya? *Rushes in to sit down* Sorry I'm late! :) Let's see, where to start... The Mazda6 "loose and cheap"? Right... The Mazda6 is THE best handling midsize sedan in this price range, period. I've driven the Accord, Altima, and the Passat, and they don't even come close to what the 1st-gen 6 was capable of. That's why I bought one. Yes, the Fulan and the 6 share ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: OTD on new Mazda6 [zoomzooming]
Did you just e-mail Customer Service through the Web site? I used the online chat feature today and asked the CSR about the private launch discount and the preferred customer discount, and also advised him that I'd like to come back to Mazda based on my experience with the Protege, blah blah blah. "Steve" said the private launch was private, never mentioned the preferred customer card, and only asked if I ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Private Launch Bonus [weathergirl]
It was from following the instructions given in the link above (contact us, purchasing, rebates & incentives...) Here's the reply I received today (so I guess I'll get it in a week or so): "Thank you for your interest in the new 2009 Mazda6. This is a “private” offer, meaning you must receive the offer in the mail or via e-mail to take advantage of it. Mazda values each and every ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Any new 2008s?
I'd like to trade my 07 Mazda3 hatch for a 2008 Mazda6 hatch. Does anyone know if there are many new 2008s around still? The Mazda website search is not very user-friendly when you want to look beyond your immediate area. Thanks.
Article Comments - Mazda 6 vs. Honda Accord vs. Nissan Altima
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And that comfort rating, the.... "The author when comparing the three sedans conveniently left out the comfort ratings of the front and back seats, except to mention the Altima's lack of head space in the back seat. Don't believe Consumer Guide (fall 2008) that rates the comfort levels of both the Altima and the Mazda 6 one to two notches lower than the Accord, front and back respectively. Just sit in ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Mazda6 Reliability [jason777]
This car has given me more problems that all my previous cars combined, which were all fords. Sorry if that upsets people with emotional feelings towards their car. I am sure u do realize that this 2003-2008 Mazda6s (v6) was made by Ford in the USA by the UAW. The v6 engine is also a pure Ford block with the head tuned by Mazda to make it peppy / rev happy. ... Read More
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Re: Mazda6 [jeffyscott]
Not that there is necessarily a whole lot of difference between "below average" and "average", but CR has Mazda right at average overall. See April 2008 issue, page 17 or April 2007, page 25. I agree, not much difference between first and worst. Vehicle Dependability 2008 I completely disagree with CR's sampling method (they only survey subsribers to CR) and am not a CR fan at all. When you state that ... Read More
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Re: Mazda6 [moparbad]
Mazda has below average reliability scores. Not that there is necessarily a whole lot of difference between "below average" and "average", but CR has Mazda right at average overall. See April 2008 issue, page 17 or April 2007, page 25.
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Reliability
Mazda Reliability is kinda a hard thing to really get a grasp on due to a couple factors. These being the type of car, and thus buyer, they attract. And second, the age. Of full car lines, Mazda has the youngest demographic of any brand. Only Scion skews slightly younger, and that's obviously not nearly as diverse a product line. Also, Mazda buyers tend to be enthusiast. Put young and enthusiasm ... Read More
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Re: Mazda6 [heybroder]
Mazda 4 banger's have been historically great. The 6-speed automatic tranny is built by Aisin, who also builds tranny's for Toyota and has built tranny's for Honda in the past. The 5-speed auto and 6-speed manual are built by Jatco, I think. The one minor weak point I would say is the V6 engine. However, it has had wonderful reviews and has been pretty flawless since its inception in 2007 (CX-9). ... Read More
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Re: Mazda6 [heybroder]
I test drove both the six and the four, both Grand Touring. The four is by far the practical choice with much more acceptable gas mileage and probably significantly better reliability as well. But.............the six was smoother and just a joy to drive. The four was fine, with decent acceleration, good handling and all. Still, the six just such a pleasure behind the wheel. I agree that the outside styling is ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Some compliments to the KIA Optima [mickeyrom]
we are going way off subject Is comparing the pricing of midsize sedans is considered to be off-topic here in the midsize sedans comparison discussion? Clearly you are surprised by what the actual selling price of the Mazda6 had been, as I had postulated :) . The point being that Kia and Hyundai are not the only lower priced options in the midsize segment. The Mazda6 and at times Ford Fusion ... Read More
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Re: Some compliments to the KIA Optima [mickeyrom]
I think the key word in Jeffy's response was "were" on the Mazda6 pricing. He is referring to the 2008/2007s before the new Mazda6 which is what you are pricing on the Mazda web. Don't know why you would compare a newly redesigned model that just came out with no discounting to your Optima pricing. a 2008 Mazda6 equipped as he described was selling all over Chicagoland for $5k to $5.5k ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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08' Mazda Sedan 4D, deal or not?
One dealer at Dallas area offer me the following prices for 08' Mazda Sedan 4D: 1. $17,000 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport, one-time cash payment. 2. $ 15,035 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 i Sport (auto transmission), 0%APR & 0%DOWN. (manual window) 3. $ 16,984 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 i Touring, 0%APR & 0%DOWN. 4. $ 17,750 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 i Touring VE, 0%APR& 0%DOWN. Actually, ... Read More
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Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [usrich]
One dealer at Dallas area offer me the following prices for 08' Mazda Sedan 4D: 1. $17,000 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport, one-time cash payment. 2. $ 15,035 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 i Sport (auto transmission), 0%APR & 0%DOWN. (manual window) 3. $ 16,984 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 i Touring, 0%APR & 0%DOWN. 4. $ 17,750 (OTD) for 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 i Touring VE, 0%APR& 0%DOWN. Actually, ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Over the years... [kapaaian]
The EPA numbers prior to that were pretty accurate on Mazdas actually or at least quite a bit closer It was mainly pre-2008 epa numbers I was referring to. I have an 07 Mazda6 I4 auto and on the freeway get about 31-33 depending on how much of a hurry I'm in but usually around 65-70mph. I believe that if I were to really try for mpg I could hit 33-34 ... Read More
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Re: Altima uses premium [captain2]
Let's see how late the 3.7L really is.... Toyota Camry 3.5L --------debuted 2006 (269hp) Hyundai Sonata 3.3L------debuted 2006 upgraded 2009 (237hp-249hp) Honda Accord 3.5L--------debuted 2008 upgrades 2009 (268hp-271hp) Nissan Altima3.5L---------debuted 2003 upgraded 2005-2007 (245hp-250hp-270hp) Ford Fusion 3.0L-----------debuted 2005 (221hp) Chevy Malibu 3.6L----------debuted 2008 (252hp) Mazda6 3.7L-----------------debuted 2009 (272hp) As far as I can see, looks like everyone was behind Nissan in this department. Once exception is that in 03-05 Honda had ... Read More
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Alright, Enough...
I've got to dispell a few things here that are just plain wrong and misguided. First, I'm a master certified Mazda Salesperson and inventory manager at my dealership. Been with Mazda for almost three years, had two first gen mazda 6's and wife has a cx-7. Okay, here we go... A. Fuel Economy. Mazda owners. Raise you hands. Okay, what's the 2009 standard EPA rating on your car? (I'm just gonna ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [jeffyscott]
Seems that with the increase of gas prices the prices for the 6 have gone up. Many people shopping for a 3 might also be looking at a 6. When I started to look in May I was offered a better deal then when I bought in July, with a lot less choice in cars too. Same for 3's in May they were still selling them below invoice and you will ... Read More
Article Comments - 2009 Mazda 6 First Drive and Full Test
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Re: 4-cyl Manual Test. [moparbad]
Jetta is the VW I would compare to the Mazda6, not Passat, and Jetta is less than the Mazda6. Passat is midsize, so it is the correct comparison by class, it does have a significant level of standard equipment the Mazda does not, so buyers are obtaining value for the additional cost. The 6 speed tiptronic in the Passat is a fantastic transmission Maybe 2008 Mazda6 compared to Jetta, but 2009 ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [moveover]
Right around $5K off MSRP seems to have been a good but commonly available deal in many areas for the past several years. That is the about the deal I got on a 2007 Mazda6i SVE automatic back in Jan 2007 and I have since read of many getting about that deal, many paying more, and a very few doing better.
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Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [m6user]
Thanks moveover. I was giving him an expected price on a SV I4 auto. I see he is asking only about the sport model. Price should be at least $500 lower.
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Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [m6user]
Price depends on the options on the car. 16K might be for a base model but with a few options it will be more. I just paid 17K (18.5 OTD) for a 08 with a few options. Rear spoiler etc. Was about 5.1k off sticker, hopes this helps.
Article Comments - 2009 Mazda 6 First Drive and Full Test
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Re: 4-cyl Manual Test. [mz6greyghost]
I noticed you conveniently omitted the fact that the Passat they tested was $5,000 MORE in MSRP compared to the 6, or the fact that Passat (and VW as a whole) has quality/reliability ratings that are much worse than the 6. Jetta is the VW I would compare to the Mazda6, not Passat, and Jetta is less than the Mazda6. Passat is midsize, so it is the correct comparison by class, ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help [usrich]
If the dealers in your area have quite a few 08s left, I would shoot for a price of $16000 plus tax, dealer doc fee, title, tags etc. If they have very few left you may have to pay a few more hundred but I would not pay over $16500 + TTL for the car.
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Buying brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D, any help
Hi All, I want to buy a brand new 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 i Sport Sedan 4D (2.3L I-4 Engine with auto transmission, AC, cruise control) in Dallas TX . Anybody has buying experience in Dallas or other city, state recently? The tax rate here in TX is 6.25%. How much is the out the door price? (including TTL and everything) Thanks a lot! Rich
2009 Mazda6
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Re: [trobson]
Used up-market, less warranty, higher repair costs, higher insurance, higher TCO. Significant issues, ones that 'define' class as much as anything. A 2007 Certified Infiniti G35 with 25k miles comes with a better warranty than a new Mazda6. :) Mazda warranty: Mazda warrants that new 2007 and 2008 Mazda cars and trucks will be free of defects with normal use and prescribed maintenance for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever comes ... Read More
Mazda6 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Got our auto MAZDA6 i Sports Sedan, Sport Value Edition [jfritsch]
jfritsch I test drove a 2008 Mazda 6 Sport Value edition today and they quoted a price of 16500+TTL. That will be 17.5 OTD. The dealership also has 2007 Models still lying (Not sold since the past 2 years! Brand new). What is the best price for brand new 2007 model sport and brand new 2007 Value edition - 4 cylinder versions you think I should pay Also After test driving, ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Motor Trend: 2009 Mazda 6iSport [mz6greyghost]
$5K less than the fall-apart-on-command Passat? A bit of exageration regarding VW reliability there and hey for about $5K less than the new Mazda6 you can probably get the 2008 Mazda6 ;) . Probably nit-picking, but the review does hedge a bit on the handling with: feels relatively nimble and precise , and somewhat crisp feel
2009 Mazda6
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Mazda sales in Europe up
LEVERKUSEN – August 18, 2008: So far this year, Mazda has seen booming sales as the popularity of its first and second-generation Zoom-Zoom vehicles continues to grow across Europe. Last month, Mazda sold 27,700 vehicles, which is up 28 percent compared to July 2007 and the best volume in 17 years. Maybe it's the Euro 09 Mazda6????
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2009 Mazda6 info
My first Mazda was a 1973 RX-3 coupe. I'm the internet guy for a Mazda dealer in Ohio, now driving my 8th - a 2008 Mazda6 "i" Sport Value Edition, which I ordered with a 5-speed. Fantastic sedan - it handles like my Miata (still in the family), but with 4 doors and a trunk! We got our first shipment of 2009's Saturday - 8 of them, all 3 trim levels, ... Read More
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Re: Pics of 6 I4 in CA parking [aviboy97]
There is your mistake. Dealers have not been able to order Mazda6 5-doors since January, which equates to dealer inventory in March. If you are seeing 30% 5-doors in inventory, that means those cars have been sitting for at least 90 days. Allocations in January were also very minimal, so, in reality, most of those cars were ordered in 2007. Average turn around for Mazda6's are 60 days. What does this ... Read More
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Re: Pics of 6 I4 in CA parking [exit123]
My observation was that on any given Sunday afternoon when I checked my local dealer (I'm in the southwest), about 20-30% were 5-doors. There is your mistake. Dealers have not been able to order Mazda6 5-doors since January, which equates to dealer inventory in March. If you are seeing 30% 5-doors in inventory, that means those cars have been sitting for at least 90 days. Allocations in January were also very ... Read More
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2009 Mazda6
I am previous owner of a 2005 mazda6 i sport edition. I have read many reviews of the new 2009 Mazda6 and I think it will be a huge success. Mazda improved on all the areas the Mazda6 needed improvement. From size to power. Currently I drive a 2008 Honda Accord. My plan is to purchase the 2011 Mazda6. Forever lives ZOOM-ZOOM!
Article Comments - 2009 Mazda 6 First Drive and Full Test
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Re: 626 to 6 [rrcoleman]
I assume your comment about "significantly reduced mileage on the V6 model" is in comparison with the I4 model, and not a comparison with the former (2008) V6 model. For us V6 customers (and this was probably pointed out before, but it may bear repeating), the Mazda website shows EPA figures of 17 city/25 highway for its 2008 Mazda6 V6, and 17(manual) and 18(automatic) city/25 highway for its 2009 V6 model. ... Read More
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Re: I will say this though [maxamillion1]
Yes, for 2008 both "i" and "s" models were only automatics for the GT trim. In 2007, that was not the case. I was told by Mazda that this was the case to supply more 5-speed manuals for the lower trims and the Mazda3's. I will agree with you about the FE on the I4/MTX since that is what interests me too. If I were in the market for a 2009 ... Read More
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Re: I will say this though [jeffyscott]
My source is my ordering guide line given to my by Mazda North American Operations. They not only tell me what percentage I can order (stick/auto) but, also projected yearly sales percentages as well. Since MY08 allocations closed 2 months ago (I have not ordered any since Jan), I cannot bring up those figures. I did order my first batch of 2009 Mazda6's (15 total V6 and I4) and I ordered ... Read More
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Some plus, some minus
I don't know. I like the looks. Personally, I like the looks of my 2006 ok, too. I like it about the same as the Accord, and better than the Camry, Altima, and Fusion. I have never liked the Camry's styling (it doesn't have any style) and always have felt Nissan's styling-and the Altima in this case-is kind of odd. I guess the interior is a little nicer? Doesn't look much ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Suzuki Kizashi 3 to shake-up mid-size sedans [akirby]
The NA Mazda6 is built on the same platform as the 2009 JDM Mazda6 and 2003-2008 NA Mazda6, which is the GG/GY platform that Ford adopted and renamed CD3. Technically, it is a Mazda platform.
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Oh Dear! They Just Spoilt the Mazda 6! [blackadder5639]
Honda is more highly regarded and they have higher resale value...and supposedly better reliability. If Mazda is going to offer a 6 that is just like the Accord, I might as well get an Accord If you are interested in the Accord V6, you better check out the numerous dissatisfied 2008 Honda Accord V6 owners in the "Accord VCM" thread. Better yet, the members here on Edmunds only rate the car ... Read More
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Re: Oh Dear! They Just Spoilt the Mazda 6! [aviboy97]
2004-2005 5-door sales were pretty good, still not as high as sedan sales. For 2006-2008 5-door sales have been pretty poor. From a sales stand point, the sedan is a clear winner. I cannot find the exact sales figures, however, I do know that there has been talk in my region about the lack of interest in the 5-door Mazda6. And this is despite the tough competition in the sedan category ... Read More
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Re: Oh Dear! They Just Spoilt the Mazda 6! [jeffyscott]
What are the sales figures for the hatch vs. the sedan? 2004-2005 5-door sales were pretty good, still not as high as sedan sales. For 2006-2008 5-door sales have been pretty poor. From a sales stand point, the sedan is a clear winner. I cannot find the exact sales figures, however, I do know that there has been talk in my region about the lack of interest in the 5-door Mazda6. ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Malibu Vs Accord Vs Camry vs Sonata [aviboy97]
excerpts from the news release all-new MAZDA6 sports sedan will launch later this year, with an expected on-sale date in late summer, 2008. the 2009 MAZDA6 was designed and engineered for the needs, wants and desires of the North American customer. (that doesn't sound so good to me) As on every Mazda, balance, dynamics and on-road feel ... will set the MAZDA6 apart from its competition. (that sounds better)
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Hold on just a minute... [groovypippin]
Hope springs eternal, but that would run against everything I've heard frm day one - which is that this version of the Mazda6 will be sedan only in NA. I hope your right and I'm wrong, but I wouldn't count on it. *Maybe*, we will see a hatch next year, though I fully expect not to. Forget about a wagon. With the greater differentiation between NA/Euro/Jap models in this new 6 ... Read More
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Re: Pics of 2009 Mazda 6 [exit123]
Has anyone seen this pic of a 2009 Mazda 6 Coupe ? ??? Is it true? http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/04/mazda6-coupe-cabriolet-reality-or-pipe.html-
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Malibu Vs Accord Vs Camry vs Sonata [bpizzuti]
Used to be Honda was ahead of the game...how'd they let Hyundai get an edge on them? Mazda offered stability control in the Mazda3 two years before the Civic. However, there still is no DSC in the 2008 Mazda6 Apparently, the new 09 Mazda6 will have it.
2009 Mazda6
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Re: 2008 Mazda 6 [dyercar]
Representatives from my dealership will be there. I cannot wait to hear, and see, what Mazda has in store for us in regards to the Mazda6.
Mazda6 Lease Questions
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Re: 2008 Mazda6 lease [krwest1]
Thank you again for your help. I've worked everything out on my own instead of using Mazda's online calculator, but I still am getting incredibly low numbers. I've been quoted on a Mazda3 this time for a residual value of $11,647 after 24 months. Using the S-plan pricing of the trim I'm looking at, which comes to $15,539 before tax and fees, I added $635 destination charges and $300 in fees. ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Mazda6 lease [adreas]
Yes, the dealer will allow you to use S-plan and lease cash. However, the calculator on the Mazda website automatically factors in the lease cash, so if you put in your "purchase" price of $20,015.98 and down payment of $1000, you'll get the correct lease payment of $228. It looks like you added the $1250 lease cash in with the $1000 down payment for a total $2250, which is how you ... Read More
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2008 Mazda6 lease
Car_man, Hello. I'm currently interested in leasing a 2008 Mazda6 i SVE. I've done a lot of research worked numbers over repeatedly as well as used Mazda's lease payment calculator to verify my work. However, I'd like to know if this is a possibility and not a flight of fancy. I have come to find that my wife is eligible for the s-plan and am working from that price. Currently the ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Mazda6 wagon [scottinky]
Hi scottinky. Mazda is not providing lease support on 2007 models any longer. I don't even through that you could lease an '07 model through its captive finance company if you wanted to. As a result, you would have to go through an independent bank to lease this car if you could even find one that is still leasing 2007 models. I suspect that you will be better off going with ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Mazda up [m6user]
Fleet Sales is right. More than 50% of Mazda6 are goin into fleet in some months. Switching to subject of Sonata.... I just checked prices on Sonata and a 2008 GLS 4cyl automatic with popular equipment pkg. w/sunroof can be purchased for $16,100 delivered (includes my $500 military rebate). WOW! I'm going to ask my wife if she wants a new car. What a fantastic value.
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Re: No reviews of several 2008-09 brands [aviboy97]
Mine is a 2005, I guess that is why it won't display! It's not a real big deal. I suppose if you look under a 2005 review, you will see mine. All reviews which are accepted display. You just have to look under the right year. You can also (but don't have to) narrow it down by trim level. And yes, it is a big deal; we want reviews to be ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: mazda 6 5-door [jeffyscott]
There are no ordering instructions for the 2009 Mazda6 yet. Allocations are open until March for the 2008 Mazda6, sedan only. The 5-door allocations closed last month, and we all no there is no wagon for 2008.
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Re: 2009 mazda 6 model lineup [metromazdaman]
metromazdaman, what is your souce of information? ALL of the other information trickling out says thay there will not be a 5-door. You yourself admitted that you haven't received the information yet, so I think you're just giving your opinion that they should offer the 5-door. Like I said, ALL sources say that it's gone after 2008. As you can clearly see here, the Mazda6 5-door is discontinued: Build Out (Final ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Mazda 6 [d_hyper]
the 5 door and the wagon will not exist in 2009 but the sedan will be a bigger car than it is actually shown in japan as the Atenza 2009 will be built in us compared to Atenza in japan. The Mazda6 will be bigger than it was both in front and rear. Stronger engines in both 4 cyl and v-6`s . Can`t wait to try it out.
Mazda6 Lease Questions
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Re: Is This a Good Offer? Mazda6 [rokkford]
Hi rokkford. Did someone say that this car's 36 month residual value is 64%?! I hope that it wasn't me. If it was, I apologize. Mazda Credit's current 36 month, 10,500 mile per year residual value for a 2008 Mazda6i Sports Sedan is only 52%. Its money factor for this term is .00129. Make sure that the dealer uses these numbers to calculate your car's lease payment. Also, make sure that ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Old news... [mz6greyghost]
In April we will know exactly what it looks like. There is a dealer meeting in Denver, and the new Mazda6 will be showcased there. I find it hard to believe that we have not seen a single spy pic of this vehicle undergoing testing, if in fact it looks nothing like the Euro/Japanese model. Why did we see numerous pics of the car driving around the country if we are ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Whatever happened to the "redesigned" Mazda6? [captain2]
see post #7561 - our resident FoMoCo expert - for some reason when we end up talking about rumors and changes that just don't happen (or happen late) , that would be Ford-itis I assume you are talking about me. I am not a FoMoCo expert. I have knowledge pertaining to Mazda. There has never been a launch date for the North American Mazda6. All we heard, this going back about ... Read More
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Re: Whatever happened to the "redesigned" Mazda6? [captain2]
Where has Mazda promised anything for the U.S. Mazda6 that they haven't delivered? I don't recall anything being announced or rumored. They released pictures of the 2008 European model and some of us got confused and thought it was the U.S. model. Period. Stop inventing things that don't exist.
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Re: Stupid Tires [lilengineerboy]
Copuldn't you just put the 55s on and have your speedometer be off by 2-3 mph at freeway speeds? For 2008 I believe Mazda has made the 17 in alloys standard on base (sport) model. What I don't understand is why a 17 inch tire apparently costs so much more than the exact same model of tire in 16 inch size. I assume it is because of the greater volume of ... Read More
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Re: More '09 Mazda6 interior pics [mz6greyghost]
The Mazda 6/NAV bears some similarities to Camry’s dash. Both have thin horizontal buttons on both sides of the screen. The problem with those is not only they are small, they are also not as easy to figure out with a quick glance. OTOH, I have seen plenty of comments around how buttons in Accord have intimated folks. The fact is that they are logically grouped, are large and are much ... Read More
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Re: Lighter cars - Sustainable Zoom Zoom [captain2]
if you really don't think that Ford's financial problems do effect Mazda's ability to to fulfill its promise for a better V6 in the 08 6 (you said so yourself) I never said why the launch of the new Mazda6 was not on par with the rest of the world, because I do not know. No one does. You are forgetting that Mazda makes it's own money, and spends it own ... Read More
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Re: Lighter cars - Sustainable Zoom Zoom [captain2]
Hmm - 'supposed to' and 'pushed a launch date back', etc. etc. Is this Mazda speak or Ford speak?. Unsure. Could be a combo of both? Correct me if I'm wrong - The 'good' V6s (in the 6) are not available anywhere yet (in Europe Japan or the US), true? Only NA got the V6 in the Mazda6. Everywhere else in the world got 4cyl gas and diesel engines, or the ... Read More
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Re: Lighter cars - Sustainable Zoom Zoom [aviboy97]
Originally, the new Mazda6 was supposed to be a 2008, but, Mazda pushed back the launch date here in NA. I undertsand your point about The new Mazda6 is out in Europe and Japan. Hmm - 'supposed to' and 'pushed a launch date back', etc. etc. Is this Mazda speak or Ford speak?. Correct me if I'm wrong - The 'good' V6s (in the 6) are not available anywhere yet (in ... Read More
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Re: Lighter cars - Sustainable Zoom Zoom [captain2]
As far as Ford's 'new and improved' 3.5 or 3.7, yes the HP would certainly solve the problem, but WHY didn't Mazda do this at the same time they are discontinuing the 270hp Speed6 - or is this simply a case of 'Fordspeak' at its best? Originally, the new Mazda6 was supposed to be a 2008, but, Mazda pushed back the launch date here in NA. The new Mazda6 is out ... Read More
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Re: Appliances [robertsmx]
Again, those very same points were made ten years ago too. If you look closely, now and in the past (pick any period), Accord has never been at the top in anything except ownership cost, engine quality, ergonomics and may be dependability. Actually, the Accord had quite a bit of value compared to it's peers at one point. It really had a quality advantage that many other cars did not have ... Read More
2009 Mazda6
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Re: Mazda 2008 6 sedan [qddave]
Isn't the Lincoln MKX getting a version of the 3.7L as well? I have not heard that, and I am affiliated with a Ford/Lincoln/Mercury dealer. I was also thinking, since the tranny's already come from Japan, maybe they would ship the both of them together?? I think Mazda needs to use the 3.7 because the power would put it over Camry and Accord and Altima. You know what we have not ... Read More
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Re: Mazda 2008 6 sedan [jeffyscott]
MazdaSpeed6 ended it's 2 year run and Wagon6 not offered for 2008. 2009 Mazda6 is still a mystery as to exactly what we will have in the US. Most likely the same Mazda6 as Europe and Japan with minor modifications to bumpers, lights, trim and glass and a V6 option.
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Re: 2009 Mazda 6 [aviboy97]
It is not too expensive to have two platforms if they warm over the existing 2007 platform with new sheetmetal and interior. That is what has been done with the Ford Focus for the last several years and they are going to again stretch it a few more years with the restyled 2008 Focus. Ford is doing this to save money, and they never did that before either, so it is ... Read More
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