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  • $5,000
    good price
    $677 below market
    • 147,831 miles
    • 1 accident, 5 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Car Nifty (Seattle, WA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,297 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    MAZDA MAZDA3 S Hatchback 4D 2005 | Very Good Condition | Ready to Drive!At CAR NIFTY, we re proud to offer this 2005 MAZDA MAZDA3 S Hatchback 4D in ve...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK143551228722
    Stock: 228722
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-02-2024

  • $7,888
    fair price
    $130 below market
    • 58,185 miles
    • No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • MG Enterprise USA (Bloomingdale, NJ)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Bloomingdale, NJ / 216 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343951280138
    Stock: 280138
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $5,900
    good price
    $639 below market
    • 117,378 miles
    • 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Ascend Motors (Puyallup, WA)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Puyallup, WA / 2,296 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Clean Title, Well Maintained, 31 Service Records on Carfax

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343451257964
    Stock: 1407
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-07-2025

  • Price Drop
    • 99,207 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • AutoNation Chrysler Jeep West (Golden, CO)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
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    Located in Golden, CO / 1,474 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    The following items have been reconditioned on this vehicle: new pair of tires and new suspension parts! Electrochromic Mirror W/CompassRear Spoil...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343791247855
    Stock: 91247855
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-28-2025

    • 228,023 miles
    • No accidents, 4 owners, personal use
    • 22 City / 30 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • A & R Used Cars (Clayton, NJ)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Clayton, NJ / 135 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    WELCOME TO COME SEE! PLEASE READ BEFORE-CONTACTING A&R WE DO NOT OFFER ANY FINANCING ONLY CASH / DEBIT CARD / CREDIT CARD 2007 MAZDA MAZDA3 S GRAND TO...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323371611639
    Stock: 1639
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-04-2024

    • 142,010 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • Complete Automotive (Seattle, WA)
    • Keyless entry
    • Auxiliary audio port
    • Alarm system
    • All weather tires
    • Tilt/telescopic leat...
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,298 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    ZOOM ZOOM! INCREDIBLY FUN TO DRIVE 5-SPEED MANUAL! OVER $8,000 INVESTED IN MECHANICAL REPAIRS INCLUDING A JDM LOW MILEAGE ENGINE & NEW CLUTCH & FLYWHE...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343X71682317
    Stock: 11893
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-24-2025

    • 126,273 miles
    • No accidents, 5 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Metro Motors KC (Independence, MO)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Independence, MO / 904 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Zoom around town in this fiery Red 2007 Mazda MAZDA3! Equipped with a powerful 2.3L DOHC engine, this sporty sedan guarantees a thrilling ride every t...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK344371689182
    Stock: 14420
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-03-2025

    • 133,736 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 30 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Colorado Auto Finders (Centennial, CO)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
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    Located in Centennial, CO / 1,457 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    **2007 Mazda MAZDA3 Silver Exterior Clean Inspection Fresh Detail 2.3L I-4 Engine 5-Speed Manual Transmission FWD** This 2007 Mazda MAZDA3 pres...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK143671661419
    Stock: U16238A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 178,409 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Clear Choice Automotive (Milwauikie, OR)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Upgraded Engine
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
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    Located in Milwauikie, OR / 2,320 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    CLEAN TITLE, APPLY ONLINE, LOOKS AND DRIVES GREAT.... DON'T MISS OUT... CLEARCHOICEAUTOMOTIVE.COM _____APPLY ONLINE FOR EASY FINANCING CLEARCHOICEAUTO...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK344071673795
    Stock: 673795
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-16-2024

    • 159,077 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Bickmore Auto Sales (Gresham, OR)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Gresham, OR / 2,309 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Tilt Wheel, Cruise Control, Am/fm Stereo, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, Abs (4-whee...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK344291206784
    Stock: 12300J
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-22-2025

    • 165,054 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Saini Motors (Yuba City, CA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Yuba City, CA / 2,343 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Clean Title FWD The paint is in great shape and condition. The front windshield is in excellent condition. The tires are slightly worn with about 75% ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK324671711646
    Stock: 711646
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-01-2025

    • 213,447 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 23 City / 31 Hwy MPG
    • Apex Motors (Tacoma, WA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Tacoma, WA / 2,304 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    At Apex Motors Inc., we pride ourselves on offering a diverse selection of pre-owned vehicles that meet the highest standards of quality and performan...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK32F871638975
    Stock: 638975
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-12-2025

    • 97,887 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Shelley's Auto Sales (Belton, TX)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Belton, TX / 1,254 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Shelley's Auto Sales has been in business for over 35 years and we have over 75 years of collective experience in the auto industry. We offer some of...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343991195631
    Stock: S09-MZ631
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 160,302 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 24 City / 32 Hwy MPG
    • ABS Auto Sales (Portland, OR)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Portland, OR / 2,321 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Call to make an appointment please!Unleash Excitement: Drive the 2005 MAZDA MAZDA3 Today!Discover the thrill of driving with the 2005 MAZDA MAZDA3. Im...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12F051327641
    Stock: 327641
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-20-2024

    • 152,526 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Rich's Car Corner (Seattle, WA)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,297 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    WOW! 77 SERVICE RECORDS. MUST SEE AND DRIVE TO APPRECIATE, CALL 2**-7**-8*** FOR MORE INFORMATION, THANKS FOR LOOKING!!Negotiable documentary service ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323951246588
    Stock: 32788
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-14-2025

    • 228,221 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • California Imports (Huntington Beach, CA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Huntington Beach, CA / 2,265 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2005 Mazda 3 Hatchback. 2 owners. Nice clean car. Runs strong. Excellent Condition. Serviced and Ready to go. In-house financing available. No credi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343051220958
    Stock: RC-014
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-27-2024

    • 77,350 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 30 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Twin Peaks Auto Group (Burlingame, CA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Burlingame, CA / 2,409 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Galaxy Gray Mica Pearl over Black seats Manual Super Low Miles. 2 owner Car Clean Carfax!!!! Non Smoker Stick shift Hatchnack!!!! Excellent condit...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK144871636563
    Stock: 636563
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-26-2025

    • 151,676 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Preferred Motors (Tacoma, WA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
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    Located in Tacoma, WA / 2,302 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Mechanic special

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323471674779
    Stock: 674779
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-26-2025

    • 234,034 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Sell Your Auto Fast (Orlando, FL)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Orlando, FL / 763 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Sell Your Auto Fast Sales 5300 S. Orange Blossom Trail Orlando, FL 32839 4**-4**-2*** Welcome to the dazzling world of this vibrant BLUE 2007 Mazda MA...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343671699034
    Stock: 12470
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-08-2025

    • 174,430 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Harpers Auto Sales (Kettle Falls, WA)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Kettle Falls, WA / 2,100 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2007 Mazda 3 Touring, 2.3 4 cylinder, Automatic, Power windows and locks, cruise control, Air conditioning, 29 mpg, great little commuter!

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343671707228
    Stock: 707228
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 10-04-2024

    • 126,803 miles
    • 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Cransh Auto Sales (Arlington, TX)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Arlington, TX / 1,181 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2005 MAZDA3 4 FOUR DOOR HATBACK WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION! **PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE JUST COMPLETED** **CARFAX CERTIFIED** **MECHANICAL SERVICE INCL...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343951243574
    Stock: 243574
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-28-2025

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Consumer Reviews for the Mazda 3

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5 out of 5 stars

The little Mazda that could

Ray Guarino, 04/02/2016
2006 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
I'm leaving my original review below (followed by the stars) as I still believe and stand by everything I've written about this car in the past. Now, in 2020 with 101,000 miles on the clock I've changed the upper motor mount and had the rusted exhaust hanger rods replaced and the car has been trouble free as always. I'm a little remiss in saying that I recently committed to buying a … Toyota FJ and will be selling the Mazda. Finding a buyer who wants a car with a 5 speed transmission is getting harder these days, but whoever scoops it up is going to get themselves one hellova great used car. The source of the PO171 lean code was found to be one of the plastic EVAP lines that's at the front of the engine. A new replacement couldn't be found, so a judicious application of sealant was applied to the outer sealing edge to prevent air from being ingested and the code hasn't returned in over a year. The engine is still running like new, with no oil consumption or other issues causing a loss of confidence in this fine powerplant. Two years ago I changed all of the cooling hoses and thermostat as a matter of routine maintenance, but to get at the PCV valve the plastic intake manifold needed to be removed since the valve is mounted to the engine block and can't be accessed any other way-I think that's a pretty poor design that came from the Ford camp. ***I'm not quite sure if I would have been as happy with a lower level of trim, but since my concern was having a dedicated onboard GPS system as opposed to an add-on unit I found myself having to purchase my Mazda 3 with the Grand Touring option package. I thought leather seats (heated) were a waste of money until I used them for a while, then i found the material quality and heat feature to be worth the cost. The upgraded Bose audio system is superb, out performing sound systems in many costlier cars I've been in. The four cylinder engine performs flawlessly and although it isn't the most powerful plant on the market it is adequate for the size of the Mazda 3, only being taxed when climbing long inclines. My car is equipped with the standard 5 speed manual transmission so I can't speak to how the 2.3L engine performs when backed by an automatic transmission. My only complaint about the powertrain is that the hydraulic clutch is too soft for my taste. Having other manual transmission cars with conventional and cable actuated clutches presents no problems for me, but after having owned my 3 since new in 2006 I STILL occasionally stall the car when coming off the clutch from a dead stop, making me feel like a newbie (which I certainly am not). Above all, the BEST feature of this car, and another one I thought would be insignificant, are the rain sensing windshield wipers. A friend had told me that this feature on his BMW seems to think faster than he does, actuating the wipers when a truck splashed him in traffic. I didn't quite believe this until it happened to me, and I'll be damned, those wipers really DO come on at high speed just as your brain tells you to hit the switch. Having this feature in an economy classed car is fantastic, and needless to say I've been spoiled now and want these wipers in every car I own from here on. I've driven 85,000 event free miles in my Mazda 3 with only oil changes, front struts and tire replacements in those miles. The front struts needed replacement around 50k along with the lower control arms, which I thought were worn out way too early. Shortly following those repairs the car needed rear brakes, and I changed the fine wire spark plugs at that time also because I feel weird letting them go to 100,000 miles. Recently the car needed lower control arms again, and something in the rear of the car is making a clunking noise over bumps that was traced to a worn sway bar mount. The car has developed a nasty habit of randomly setting a P0171 (lean fuel trim) code that I haven't been able to track down, but the car drives and performs well otherwise. Overall this car is a solid performer, handling and braking very nicely, and returning great gas mileage when driven on the highway. As with the other Asian cars in my household I'm dismayed to find the rubber products like engine mounts and suspension components wearing too quickly, but guess this is how money is saved in the long run by car companies. Buy a Mazda 3 and enjoy ease of parking, a decent hauling capacity, and the Zoom Zoom thrill of driving excitement while your money stays in your pocket as you avoid expensive repair costs.
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