Used 1999 Mazda B-Series Pickup Extended Cab Consumer Reviews
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Excellent Truck
Purchased this truck in 05 it had 80000 miles when I purchased it. It has proven to be the very dependable and has only required a few repairs. I had to replace 4x4 hub on the front but as I regularly am off road this is just a minor repair. This truck is a little under powered for heavy loads that approach its weight limit but it pulls my 19 foot bass boat and camping trailer just fine. This truck is perfect for drivers who do not need a full size truck and need a daily driver.
131k Miles - Still Running Strong
I've been under this vehicle a lot, and let me tell you, for it being a midsize truck it is built like a brick BLEEP-house. It's a V6, pulling a heavy mid size truck, this isn't one of those small pickups, it is a mid size truck that gets close to the same MPG as small pickups, esp. since I have the 4WD. For a truck that is 16 years old, it is running like a beast. I was out shooting and a full size truck (Chevy Silverado) was stuck at the bottom of a hill in some soft dirt. My little truck in 4WD was able to pull the truck out of the soft dirt, and up the dirt hill, and his truck had no power the entire time. Vehicle has great MPG, great performance (for what it is) & it's reliable
- B3000 SE Extended CabMSRP: $7,499527 mi away
- B3000 TL Extended CabMSRP: $5,995578 mi away
- B2500 SX Regular CabMSRP: $2,9001,459 mi away
if you are in doubt buy it
I bought this truck 14 months ago and it hasn't seen a mechanic yet. Only maintenance. Great truck, looks good, high, intimidating. This is the troy lee design truck by the way. The truck is a little light so be careful on those icy spots and during rain.
Could be better
I bought this truck used in 2005 and it had 79K on it. It ran fine for about 2 months, when suddenly a brake line busted when I was in a parking lot. Had to get a complete brake job done because everything was so rusted. Soon after, I had a problem with the Check Engine light coming on, because it blew an oxygen sensor. Fuel gauge hasn't worked right since I bought it. Runs poorly on the highway, only getting about 20 mpg with 3.0 L V6. Manual 4 spd w/overdrive is a bad choice, bc if there is a slight hill on highway and you are in OD, you will not be able to maintain speed uphill. Runs at WAY too high of RPM on highway. Engine is too loud. Not very reliable. Body starting to rust.
Some quirks, but overall a good truck
It quite capable as an off-road truck (with good tires) and it's also pretty smooth on the road. The engine is a bit of a dog, and you really have to work it to get any acceleration (best b/w 3-4000 rpm). I found mine to be rather loud from the engine compartment, and the driveshaft and transmission make alot of subtle clunks and clanks. I was able to get 20-23mpg in the summer, but only 16-19 in the winter (hwy)
My Mazda Pickup
This is my third Mazda pickup and it is a fine truck by my way of thinking, it has plenty of power and gives a decent fuel milage as well. Of my four vehicles that I own if I had to pick only one it would be this pickup. I rate this vehicle higher then my 2002 Mercedes E320 4-Matic.
Very adequate truck
Since buying haven't had any real problems. Replaced a speedometer sensor at 115,000 miles. Has about 120,000 now; runs great. Gets about 17/21 mpg. Little rust at bottom of passenger door and tailgate. Other than that it looks great for its age.
Pings
So far at 45000 miles it's been a good truck. I use it for a work truck, hauling tools and occasionally I pull a trailer. The only problem I have is at certain speeds and acceloration I get pinging. I took it in and had a new computer installed, but still have the same problem. Also, when it pings it smokes. Not has much with higher octane but it still does it.
B3000 is a good truck
I have owned 3 Mazda B series trucks. The only trouble that I have had is a camshaft sensor problem with my current truck. It took the dealership forever to correctly diagnose the problem. Besides this, I have never had any problems with any of the Mazda trucks. My current truck is very attractive, reliable, and comfortable. I would highly recommend the Mazda B Series to anyone.
Beat that!!
Mine has 450000 miles and doesn't even knock. I've totaled it and wrecked it after that. It was wrecked even worse about 8 times before I got it. Not to mention I was t boned in by a vehicle going 50mph while I was turning at a 4 way. Ruined my fender, door, snapped my spindle/hub. Dinged the cab and didn't touch the frame. Airbags did deploy so it's not worth anything to some one with half a mind but I lucked and had a friend with the same truck with a blown motor. Not to mention same color. Everyone said scrap it. I figured since its been such a bad ass little truck that has never broke down on me through the 200000plus miles it's taken me. I'll just swap everything to mine. Now it's back to the same beauty she used to be
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No power!
Nice looking truck, bought it used. No problems after 40,000 miles. Power seems to be low for a 3.0 V6. If I bought again would get the 4.0.
Mazda B4000 TL
Overall a very good vehicle. No major problems since purchased new. 4x4 works great. Looks better than a Ford Ranger.
Good compact pickup
Performed well, some body rust started in metal fold above left rear wheel well in year 7, a bit underpowered but dependable.
Some quirks, but overall a good truck
It quite capable as an off-road truck (with good tires) and it's also pretty smooth on the road. The engine is a bit of a dog, and you really have to work it to get any acceleration (best b/w 3-4000 rpm). I found mine to be rather loud from the engine compartment, and the driveshaft and transmission make alot of subtle clunks and clanks. I was able to get 20-23mpg in the summer, but only 16-19 in the winter (hwy)
Excellent Truck!
An awesome truck, I can't say enough! Fun to drive, reliable and a good looking. I bought the truck new 10 years ago and at 160,000 miles it's still going strong. When I go to sell it, someone will be getting a great deal. Besides normal maintenance, oil changes and brakes I cannot complain. Rear wheel drive can present some problems during inclement conditions. For the money the Mazda truck is a great value and I would buy another in a heartbeat, although I wish they would update their body style (not much has changed within the past 10 years).
Great Trucks!!!
2nd Mazda B Series that I have owned. Never had a problem with either, except for rear brake lockup when sitting overnight after getting wet (known problem) on my 2000 B3000 Troy Lee Series. Good trucks - same as the Ranger with a cheaper price and better warranty!
MAZDA '99 TROY LEE DESIGN
I purched the truck brand new, drove for almost 5 years(92k). I was lucky I purchased extended warranty. During the ex-warranty period the transmission gone 4 times, dash board lights gone 3 times, fog light gone 2 times. I never abuse this truck. When the 4th time tanny broke(not clutch), the dealer have a investigation team to check anything I did wrong. They found manufacture problem. Later I trade in for Honda Sub. Now I'm satisfy with my car.
1999 troy lee designs ( need help )
I am a 16 year old, and this 2009 Christmas I got this truck. It is so nice, the interior is amazing! So i get it and my steering wheel buttons are missing, I don't mind at all. I can live with that. Anybody know where I can get those? Lets get to the point. I'm 16 I take the truck out a day later and wreck it! I shattered the factory mazda rim it came with! Where can I find this rim?! I need new bumpers and quarter panels! If anybody can help me with this I really would appreciate it! This truck is amazing and super nice! I would recommend it to the pope!
Not Bad. . .
The 4.0L V6 provides plenty of starting, passing, and pulling power. City gas mileage with the A/C on is miserable, ~15mpg. Without cargo, this truck is sometimes embarassing to drive on hilly roads (like Seattle) in the rain, as the rearend is very light. I end up using the 4WD to make turns on hills and quick moves into traffic from side streets. Reliability has been good, at 59,000 miles I've only had one problem, minor at first, that turned worse because of lack of interest from the original dealer. A different dealer immediately addressed the problem (then big) and did a warranty repair. All things considered, this is a good vehicle.
Fun truck
Purchased new by e-mail after visiting dealership and not able to arrive at price. Sales manager called back and asked price I was willing to spend. Told him my what I was willing to pay, he called back with vehicle meeting my specs. at my price. Enjoy driving vehicle, drive 65/70 miles per day. Would have enjoyed the bigger engine, but couldn't find in TL package at that time. Great gas mileage (18-19 with auto and air). Little bumpy on ride due to big (16" tires @ 35 psi), but bareable. No service problems to date (3½ yrs). New tires at 55M - replaced Firesonte AT's
Review 1
Nice truck, inside and out. Lacks tire squalling power but will still get with it. I've been having problems with mileage, 15 average, and with only 32,000 it should be better. I have never had problems with the truck in any weather. It is a great buy, (but get the 4.0L)
Doing all right by me
After reading another review, I thought I'd try to balance it with a review of my truck. I have had nothing but good to say about the little B-2500. It's not a V-6; if I had wanted one of those I would have bought it. It's not a Tacoma; ditto. It gives me 25 mpg with the air on and a passenger and camping supplies at 70 mph. It tows my little boats (under a 1000 lb. gross) quite adequately. I have driven it through two Michigan winters (snowy they were) with 2WD; I really like the ABS function in the snow.
Where's the gas mileage
I bought this truck with 23,000 miles. It's a nice truck, but avgs about 12mpg. It's gone as low as 9 and as high as 19. The dealer wouldn't fix it. I had to go to another dealer. They replaced the computer, ign. coil and rear driveshaft and the yoke on differential. This truck had 30,000 miles. That improved the mpg by 3mpg. This is a V-6 not a V-8. It also has a problem they can't find with the gas gauge varying. Sometimes it's 1/3 tank, then empty and the low fuel light is on, then back to 1/3 tank. Once it's below 1/3 tank you don't know how much gas is left. It is great for towing. It handles very well in adverse conditions or when doing emergency manuevers.
A+ truck
sweet truck, 4x4 extended cab with power steering and automatic transmission. 3 inch body lift kit.
best vehicle i've owned
I love this truck! The only thing it could use is more power. I get great MPG(24.3MPG driving hard up a long mountain daily). Most reliable vehicle I've ever owned, 87K miles and not one drop of oil ANYWHERE on the engine (no leaks, no seepage) and I DRIVE HARD. Throwout bearing whines since I bought at 37K, hard driving has made it worse, replacing soon. Other than that, NO repairs! Handles better than many cars, I really throw it into the turns! 4x2 model, but clearance of a 4x4. Great driving position, just wish you could put a child seat in the back seat. Overdrive gear (manual) is geared very high for highway cruising. Buy this truck!
Love the truck
Truck has been pretty reliable to me and has taken me all over town with no problems. The 4wd works great in the snow and I feel comfortable in it. It's a great truck for transportation.
It's all good!
I purchased the truck from the original owner with 90K on it. I have now have 172K and have put brakes on and a new alternator. I average 18-19 mpg around town and 20-22 on hwy running 75-80 MPH. Most my driving is local. I keep the oil change every 4-5000 miles. A great truck!
Mazda B-4000 Truck
Purchased new in 1999 and still going strong at 194K miles. Rebuilt the transmission at 160K because it simply wore out. New shocks at 170K and changed the oil every 5K. I am very satisfied and will buy another one, but I am hoping for a new model style soon. It is still as tight as new. I originally wanted the Ford Ranger, but it was more expensive and its warranty couldn't match the Mazda. Same truck too! Ford built the thing, but couldn't match the price. Duh!