Used 1994 Mazda Protege Consumer Reviews
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Loved my Protege right to the end
I got a great deal when I bought my '94 DX. It really took some abuse as it was my pizza delivery car and personal speed machine for 2 1/2 years. Pros aren't fast, but the chassis, suspension, and low weight make for fun driving. Interior space and trunk room was voluminous for it's size. If I packed it right, I could fit over 60 XL pizzas in it! All this at 40 mpg on the highway. Last, but not least is safety. I learned this the hard way, I hit a Mustang at 40 mph and it crushed the front of my poor car, but my friend and I got out with only sore necks. I'd buy one again in a second after the experience I've had with mine.
Great First Car
I got this for my daughter at the beginning of 11th grade (who is now a frosh in college). $2K. It had 85K (now 101K). Came with a new clutch, custom alloys and new Yoko's, 4 good mounted snow's, Thule rack, new axles,custom stereo/CD (even this geezer is impresed), new brakes all around, K&N filter, factory manual (big 3-ring binder, factory wiring book, and lots more. Extremely reliable. Could use more low end torque, but is still fun to drive. Uses no oil. All I've had to do was replace front struts last July. Otherwise, it just keeps on ticking. Great car, maybe my next one will be a Mazda.
Love it
I drove this car off the show room floor 14 years ago brand new. My first new car and I am very sad to part with it. It is very good on gas, and original AC still works, some rust and regular repairs, nothing major. It is fun to drive and a very comfortable ride. I have enjoyed it very much.
The BEST Purchase!!!
I bought this car right off the lot BRAND NEW in Oct. of 1994. I am STILL driving it today with almost 300,000 miles on it!!! I haven't had a lot of repair work on it throughout most of it's life, mostly exhaust and regular maintenance until 3 years ago when the engine started to go. I love this car so much I had the engine rebuilt and brought it out to Los Angeles with me when I moved. I can't believe I am approaching 300,000 miles very soon! When it comes time to finally break down and buy a new car, TRUST ME, I WILL buy the same thing!!! The best and most reliable car in the world.
the ultimate car to drive
I love the way my mazda protege drives, I had it for a year with minor adjustments needed and also it cheap on the gas and it's a reliable dependable car.