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4.13 out of 5 stars

1994 mazda B300

mazdaman632, 12/09/2014
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Regular Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful

I have owned this truck for many years. It has over 350,000 kms or 217,479 miles. Never let me me down, i have replaced the brakes all around, have never had to replace the clutch, its still going strong. Really all i have ever done is regular maintenance.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

'94 Mazda B4000 SE

zitherworks, 03/10/2004
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is extremely reliable, slightly under powered, and has a front drive axel design problem. After 10 years and 185,000 miles I'd gladly buy a new one if it were available.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Better than a Toyota

superxxtruck, 03/14/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful

Quality and reliability are equal to Toyota and Nissan trucks I have owned, but size, utility, and comfort are superior.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Over 300,000 miles

mazdab2300, 09/28/2012
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B2300 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful

Just passed over 300,000 miles with no major issues at all. Do I have to say more about this truck. I drive mostly highway, get 27 mpg. Just passed CA smog check and should go another 5 years more (I believe). Parts have been changed: alternator, crankshaft seal, catalytic converter, front/rear brakes. That's about it. Oil change every 5000 miles.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Best Used Truck out there

hsimpson, 06/30/2009
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I bought this truck new in 1994 and it has never let me down. It gets 18-19 mpg combined city/highway driving. Anybody that claims 30+ MPG doesn't know what they're talking about. I will probably have to sell the truck because it barely passes NOx test every year. Other than that it's been a great vehicle and still runs like new. Oh yeah, this truck was made in America with an American engine. I will be sad when I have to finally sell it next year.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Simple truck but it works great!

mazdab2300, 12/08/2010
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B2300 SE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful

i bought this truck new in 1994. today, i have put 288K miles on it, YES. this truck is simple, but it has been working great since day 1. No major issues at all on engine & transmission. i could not ask for much at this point, this is the best investment i have ever had. just put gas and start the engine and go. that's all i will say about this little simple truck. it's simple and no trouble.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Good performance, value.

jack_of_all_trades, 10/22/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I bought it new and it has been a very good truck. Nice balance of price + performance, affordable but comfortable. Ride is truck-like when unloaded. I replaced the stock (premium) stereo and speakers, which lacked clarity. This truck is really a Ford ranger, with Mazda trim. The only repairs I had were a bad 02 sensor and EGR sensor at about 60K miles. The brake calipers tend to bind, and had to be rebuilt twice. A 4.0L with only teens for MPG should put out more than 160HP. 225 ft/lbs of torque is nice for towing, but acceleration is just ok. I modified the exhaust/intake and put in a better cam. Now it is quite peppy, maybe 190-200hp.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Luv my B4000

Ed in Maine, 10/28/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is a two wheel drive, with limited slip, and a cap on the back. In the winter I put 3 or 4 sixty lb bags of sand over the rear axle, and I get everywhere I need to go. Only unusual maintenance has been replacing spark plug wires, twice. Have 135000 miles, and I don't want it to ever quit, my favorite vehicle in over 40 years of driving.

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4 out of 5 stars

1994 B3000

A Moreno, 01/25/2006
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I enjoy driving this vehicle. Feels very sturdy. I was worried about gas mileage because of bigger engine but this does very well. Smooth ride overall.

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5 out of 5 stars

Bulletproof Truck

Will, 05/08/2019
updated 05/10/2021
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I bought it used. has over 235000 miles on it. This truck is so fun to drive. It has power and good mpg.I have done brakes and a hanger bearing for the driveshaft. It will go anywhere that I ask it to go,from beach to mountain. It has the Cologne, Germany-Ford engine. It is unbelievably smooth.5 speed manual tranny. Hydraulic clutch. I'll probably drive it until its nuts rust off. (My 2018 RAM sits in the driveway due to it's 14mpg)

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
4 out of 5 stars
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4.38 out of 5 stars

happy so far...

stick w/mazda, 10/05/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought my truck used from a dealership. At the time I had two young boys and needed an extended cab to keep up with our always going somewhere outdoors life. This truck with the V6 has done everything I have asked from it. I don't pull a trailer, but rather put a 9' boat in the bed (slight overhang). I have had only a few glitches as far as repairs, that is to be expected in a truck with 139,000 miles. I believe that proper scheduled maintanance is a big reason for this B3000's happiness to keep rolling. I have had many Mazda's and will not hesitate to get another one.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best 1/4 ton ever

truckdriver, 06/14/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This truck keeps going and going. Mine has 170 000 kms on it now, and other than oil changes, the only repair I ever made was brake pad changes. The truck is small a good on gas - but it is still powerful enough to pull a boat or ski doo. What more could you ask for?

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4.38 out of 5 stars

good truck

gilly1, 03/13/2004
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

had the truck for 6yrs and put 100,000km on it and besides changing tires,brakes,battery and recently ball joints and flex hoses i only had to change the fan motor harness(only worked on high)doesn't burn oil at all and still has original paint.good on gas too i get about 30mpg.

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4 out of 5 stars

200,000 and the air still works

Thinkbeauty, 04/21/2005
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B2300 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This was the first vehicle I bought and had payments. I just paid cash before and took my chances. I have driven this truck across the country. I have used it as a delivery vehicle on more than one job. I have moved in it 12 times, not to mention the others I have moved. It has been through 3 relationships, 6 jobs and one 16 year old boy for 3 months. I have pulled a 1991 Eclipse from Shreveport to Dallas with no trouble. I love Trixy! I did replace the tranny in 1996. The center console lid won't stay latched and the black on the dash has chipped off a little, and there's a worn spot on the drivers seat. At least 40 Oil changes, a couple tuneups tires and 200,000 miles later, it starts every day and the air works!

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4 out of 5 stars

excellent truck

DeeDee, 12/05/2006
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B2300 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Fun truck to drive. The 3 litre engine is surprisingly powerful. It's hauled pretty much everything from gravel and interlocking bricks to 2 snowmachines on a trailer. Great little truck. The wheel wells of the box have succumbed to rust, the battery is held down with a bungie cord and the heater only works on high but still a fun truck to drive. Very few problems mechanically. Brakes only changed twice with over 270,000 km (~160,000 miles). A little squirrelly when driving on snowpacked roads.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best simple truck

pat, 04/02/2019
updated 10/02/2020
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B2300 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is the best truck for the price. With 380,000 miles on it, it's still running strong. No major issues at all, just keep up with the regular maintenance then you will not have any problems. Parts are cheap and many DYI's you can do.

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
3 out of 5 stars
Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
5 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

This truck will last

joshuncc, 04/11/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I purchased my Mazda B4000 when it was 2-years old. I have had no problems with it other than simple, cheap fixes that are standard with the vehicle, and it is now 2002. The truck accelorates more than powerful enough (you might spin your wheels from time-to-time!), and the AC will freeze you to death. I live in NC and I have driven to Florida, Texas, and West-Virginia in my truck, and I didn't worry one bit about not making the journey. I now have 170,000 miles on the truck. I plan on keeping this truck until the wheels fall off, which at this rate, won't be for another 20 years. I love this model/year truck and would recommend it to anyone.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Not particularly pleased.

getthere1st, 06/02/2003
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

The biggest problems I have had with this vehicle have been. -Radiator -Breaks -Air Conditioning -Uneven tire ware due to inability to aline properly. -Transmission needed replacing @ 95k miles

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Mazda B-3000 single cab SB

man_from_tx, 06/18/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Regular Cab LB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The man I bought this truck from was a complete liar. I was mislead when I bought the truck, then everthing broke on it. The truck was fun to drive, but the fuel econamy was not to great. The truck was also very unreliable.

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4 out of 5 stars

blue review

Mazda nut, 11/27/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I really like this truck. It has been very reliable so far. It has 107,000 miles on it and still has most of the factory installed parts. I wish it had a little more power though.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

The Money Pit

RGIVEN, 01/30/2003
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Stay away from this one. I have owed this truck for 4 years and have had nothing but problems. I have spent over 4000 dollars on repairs to this truck in the time I have owed it. The four wheel drive system is the worst design ever and plan on going through brake pads every 20000 miles.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great Little Truck

B-Rock, 12/29/2003
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Regular Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have loved this truck for 8 years now. Though it has now over 100,000 miles and is still running great. I am ready to upgrade to a larger truck as I am a larger man. Just keep up with the maint. and it will problably run forever.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

10 year Mazda B-3000 owner

chuck bennett, 05/19/2005
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Regular Cab LB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Basic pickup, small and cramped inside but, i've more than got my money out of this truck. I've put over 230,000 miles on this truck and it still runs good and uses very little oil.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Truck

Caguas, 05/28/2003
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love this truck! I bought it in Jan of 2002 with 98,000 miles on it. I put 25,000 miles on it in the following year and have been nothing but pleased. I did have to have the clutch worked on which set me back about $500, but that has been the only maintenance in over 28,000 miles. This truck is fun to drive, does great in 4WD, has enough room in the extended cab to either store a lot of gear, or take two people on a short trip. Would definitely buy it again if given the chance. Also seems to have more cab room than the Tacoma.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best 1/4 ton ever

Truckdriver, 06/14/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This truck keeps going and going. Mine has 170 000 kms on it now, and other than oil changes, the only repair I ever made was brake pad changes. The truck is small a good on gas - but it is still powerful enough to pull a boat or ski doo. What more could you ask for?

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4 out of 5 stars

My Humpty Dumpty

Heaven Fant, 04/05/2019
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Regular Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

No where does it say that Humpty Dumpty is an egg. Having said that I will tell y'all , she has 334.500+ miles on her. She runs great. Original motor original transmission. She's a 5 speed so yes basic maintenance has been done. Clutch and all that stuff but besides every vehicle maintenance this girl is good. I absolutely hate one thing tho. She has not enough weight in the back end and wet grounds and no weight equal having to deal with spinning tires when stopped and on a slight incline.

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
Interior
4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

The P.U. good for life!

Norm Urban, 07/24/2023
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B4000 LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

A1994 Mazda B-4000 L.E., with 139K miles, the last year of Twin I beam suspension. Rides like a Lincoln, pulls loads like a Duce and a half. The perfect vehicle, rain or shine. The only real problem was the power door locks, they quit, but I know how to use a key, so be it. My truck gets an honest 21 mpg on the interstate @ 75mph, and 17 around town. Use clean filters, good oil and don't cowboy the tranie, and I bet she will outlast me. Best vehicle I ever owned, and that goes back to 1958!

Safety
4 out of 5 stars
Technology
4 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
5 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

It's STILL fun to drive

Ohio B-Series owner, 08/15/2008
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B2300 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.3L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have owned this truck since it was built. It now has over 192000 miles. I bought it stripped - with no options. It runs great and is fun. It has had only minor problems (which from its age and mileage one would expect). I drive it now mostly as a winter vehicle. Still it is fun to drive. At present my "Summer" vehicle is in the shop. It figures that this truck is more reliable than my Summer vehicle (which is newer with tens of thousands fewer miles). Bottom line: I love this truck.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

MAZDA truck

andrea hoffmann, 12/17/2002
1994 Mazda B-Series Pickup B3000 SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.0L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

The truck still runs great. It has travelled across the counrty several times. It has been relatively cheap to maintain.

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