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5 out of 5 stars

great everything

lovethezoom, 09/11/2005
2005 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a car for everyone. It's powerful, fast, comfortable, reliable, and looks absolutely great. I have a 2005 black Mazda 3s with 6 CD player, moonroof, spoiler, and ABS package. This car is amazing.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

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kabnt2005, 08/05/2005
2005 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought an all-new 2005 Mazda 3s, 2.3L, 4-speed automatic transmission. It is the sunlight silver metallic paint with the black w/ red interior cloth. I got every option package on the car (ABS/SAB/SAC Package, Moonroof & 6CD Package, Sport Package, Xenon & TPMS Package, plus the rear wing spoiler). I am in love with my car right now. One problem though, is that after I got my new after-market sound system put in, because of the load in my trunk, now the rear tires are rubbing against the top of the rear wheel wells.

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5 out of 5 stars

I love my Mazda!

Kec5142, 06/21/2008
2005 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I haven't had a single problem with this car. It runs like a champ and looks great. I have kept my car in excellent condition and I keep up with routine maintenece so it runs like it does. I love this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome car

Dave, 08/10/2005
2005 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the Mazda3 after spending countless hours online researching similar vehicles. Once I went to the dealership and finally took one out for a spin I was hooked! It's got great get-up and the interior is hot. I have already put almost 2,000 miles on my new baby in the first month. I guess I should cool it, but i just have so much fun driving this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Sam, 06/23/2005
2005 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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It's a great car. I've only had it for a little while and I love it. Very fun to drive. Lots of head and leg room, very comfortable. Sporty looking.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Vehicle

gps, 03/19/2005
2005 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I had researched this car before I purchased and found it to be the best buy for the money. This car has great pickup and is fun to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Mazda 3

Love my Mazda, 03/20/2005
2005 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought a 2004 Mazda 3 unexpectedly. Thought I liked the Mazda Protege,and test drove their new model. I liked it more than the Protege. I have it over a year, no problems, no complaints. A great car for the money. Very reliable. Fun to drive. Cute too!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Believe the hype!

Steve, 02/17/2005
2005 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I just picked up my new M3 last night, and it is awesome. While I have not had the chance to really open her up, I could tell just by my ride home that this is a sweet ride. Quite a few of my coworkers have compared it to a BMW 3-series after taking a spin in it. I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone.

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5 out of 5 stars

My SECOND Mazda3 in 2 MONTHS!

BostonZoomZoom, 06/23/2005
2005 Mazda 3 SP23 Special Edition 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the Mazda3 s 2.3 in April of '05. Got into a head on collision, and walked away without a scratch. Since my new baby was totaled, I went out and bought a new one, except I bought the Special Edition (SP23). I loved the BOSE system, the Leather and the Heated Seates. Also has 17" Alloys instead of the 16" on the other one. I can't be more happy with this car. It truly is the best car in its class for the value. Holds a corner like it is on rails!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

SO HAPPY!

SP23 4speed auto, 03/22/2005
2005 Mazda 3 SP23 Special Edition 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I've only had the car for 24 hrs but it drives spectacular! Inside, people say it's more luxurious than my cousins 2002 BMW 330! I have saddle brown leather and navigation in mine. The auto shifts super smooth and the manual mode is nice. Another cousin of mine says it's quieter than his '04 RX- 8. I just love the car. A bit pricey for it's segment $23,700 was my final deal..but I did get every option available (sunroof, nav, spoiler and aluminun gas cap). The rims look nicer than the RX-8's too!!! My sis has a Corolla S '04 and the ride in my 3 is so much sportier but not too sporty. I'd recomend this to anyone wanting beamer quality 4 around 23k. Back seats both fold for a HUGE trunk 2!! :)

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