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    • 115,668 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • DARCARS Volvo Cars (Rockville, MD)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Rockville, MD / 310 miles away from Columbus, OH

    2006 Mazda Mazda3 i Recent Arrival! Clean CARFAX.*LOCAL TRADE*, *NON SMOKER*, *SUNROOF*. FWD 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V VVT 4-Speed Automatic Electron...

    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: JM1BK32F261501772
    Stock: G1K0182A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-10-2025

    • 108,761 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • AutoNation Subaru West (Golden, CO)
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    Located in Golden, CO / 1,181 miles away from Columbus, OH

    4-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission W/OdAir ConditioningAbs; Front Side-Impact Airbags & Front/Rear Side Air Curtains PkgSolid PaintThis vehicl...

    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: JM1BK32F261473097
    Stock: 61473097
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-14-2025

  • Price Drop
    $5,996
    fair price
    $206 above market
    • 125,932 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Hello Mazda of San Diego (San Diego, CA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Upgraded Engine
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
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    Located in San Diego, CA / 1,958 miles away from Columbus, OH

    This 2007 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport sedan comes in a black exterior with a cloth-trimmed interior. It has a clean CARFAX with no accidents or damage report...

    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:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK32G171764779
    Stock: 5N03794A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-28-2025

  • Price Drop
    • 81,708 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Hayward Kia (Hayward, CA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
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    Located in Hayward, CA / 2,099 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Prices do not include government fees and taxes, any finance charges, dealer document processing charges, electronic filing charges, and/or any emissi...

    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: JM1BK344071683209
    Stock: 1703
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-13-2025

  • Price Drop
    • 115,560 miles
    • No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • CMA's Colonial Subaru (Chesterfield, VA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
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    Located in Chesterfield, VA / 350 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Phantom Purple Mica exterior and Beige interior. CD Player, Alloy Wheels, iPod/MP3 Input, Non-Smoker vehicle, Originally bought here, Multi-point insp...

    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: JM1BK12F471638427
    Stock: S8075A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-27-2025

    • 190,176 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl manual
    • Roger Beasley Mazda South (Austin, TX)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
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    Located in Austin, TX / 1,079 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Clean CARFAX. True Red 2007 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport FWD 5-Speed Manual with Overdrive 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V VVTNeed Financing? We have competitive ...

    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: JM1BK12FX71612155
    Stock: G4412A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-05-2025

    • 115,881 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl manual
    • Sebar (Greensboro, NC)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Greensboro, NC / 321 miles away from Columbus, OH

    A compelling choice in the compact car segment! The 2007 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport 4-door Hatchback with front-wheel drive is a compact car that combines s...

    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: JM1BK143771709543
    Stock: S709543
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-30-2025

  • New Listing
    • 123,383 miles
    • 1 accident, 5 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl manual
    • Cortes Nissan (Spokane Valley, WA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
    • Aux Audio Inputs
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    Located in Spokane Valley, WA / 1,779 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Thank you for choosing Cortes Nissan your #1 Choice Pre-owned Dealer in Spokane Valley, this BLACK 2007 MAZDA MAZDA3 is a great ch...

    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/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343171769734
    Stock: K1032A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-19-2025

  • New Listing
    $4,975
    great price
    $1,060 below market
    • 113,773 miles
    • No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Another Time Used Cars (Phoenix, AZ)
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Phoenix, AZ / 1,664 miles away from Columbus, OH

    ***SPECIAL***SPECIAL***SPECIAL***HERE WE HAVE FOR SURE THE BEST DEAL EVER ON A 113K ORIGINAL MILES YES 113K MILE SUPER CLEAN GREAT RUNNING MAZDA 3 i S...

    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: JM1BK323361428367
    Stock: 428367
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-25-2025

  • $4,999
    great price
    $682 below market
    • 166,172 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl manual
    • Autobahn Motors (Winchester, VA)
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Winchester, VA / 257 miles away from Columbus, OH

    AUTOBAHN MOTOR located in WINCHESTER VA. INCLUDE TITLE/TAX/REGISTRATION/LICENSE, $299 PROCESSING FEE 2324 Papermill rd Winchester VA 20161 call Text m...

    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: JM1BK343061510733
    Stock: 510733
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-05-2024

  • $4,395
    good price
    $907 below market
    • 129,861 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Two Brothers Auto Sales (Loganville, GA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Loganville, GA / 433 miles away from Columbus, OH

    2006 Mazda3 2.0 5 speed manual 2.0l 4cyl FWD 129kmiles VIN:JM1BK12F761458583 *ONE OWNER* Runs and drives excellent, current emissions. Power windows ...

    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:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

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    VIN: JM1BK12F761458583
    Stock: 458583
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-08-2024

  • $6,995
    fair price
    $245 below market
    • 56,594 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • A Plus Auto Sales (Sacramento, CA)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Sacramento, CA / 2,046 miles away from Columbus, OH

    ** REALLY LOW MILES ** ** GREAT GAS SAVER **

    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:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK32F161441628
    Stock: 102454
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-14-2024

  • Price Drop
    $2,990
    fair price
    $184 above market
    • 225,273 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Rochester Mazda (Rochester, MN)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Rochester, MN / 567 miles away from Columbus, OH

    2006 Winning Blue Metallic Mazda Mazda3 s This Mazda Mazda3 has many features and is well equipped including, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, ABS brakes, Alloy w...

    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: JM1BK143661523930
    Stock: KA25412
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 10-06-2024

    • 133,191 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Fritz in Fishers (Fishers, IN)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Aux Audio Inputs
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Fishers, IN / 167 miles away from Columbus, OH

    This 2008 Mazda Mazda3 auto, comes equipped with some nice features, these include an AUX port, cruise control, power windows, locks and mirrors, CD p...

    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: JM1BK32F781128540
    Stock: 12806
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-15-2025

  • $5,500
    fair price
    $53 above market
    • 190,270 miles
    • 1 accident, 5 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Casablanca Auto Sales & Service (Greensboro, NC)
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Greensboro, NC / 323 miles away from Columbus, OH

    $1500 Down Payment + Tax/Title/Doc Fee, $400/month for 14 months ...**NO CREDIT CHECK** WWW.CASUSEDCARS.COM All Online prices are CASH ONLY PRICING, F...

    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:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12F661449504
    Stock: 2525
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-05-2025

    • 122,701 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Parkway Auto Center (Deer Park, WA)
    • Heated seats
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Deer Park, WA / 1,788 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Step into the driver's seat of this sleek 2006 Black Mazda MAZDA3 and prepare for an exhilarating ride. Powered by a 2.3L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder eng...

    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: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343461497744
    Stock: 31922
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 174,000 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl manual
    • Peerless Auto Sales (Salem, VA)
    • Heated seats
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Salem, VA / 243 miles away from Columbus, OH

    2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 SClean Title. Only 2 owners per Autocheck. 2.3L. 5 Speed Manual Transmission. The car runs and drives great. No mechanical issues. ...

    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: JM1BK323461487959
    Stock: C015
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-16-2025

    • 149,495 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Rich's Car Corner (Seattle, WA)
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,013 miles away from Columbus, OH

    CLEAN CARFAX WITH 25 SERVICE RECORDS. MUST SEE AND DRIVE TO APPRECIATE. CALL FOR INFORMATION 2**-7**-8***, THANKS FOR LOOKING!!Negotiable documentary ...

    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: JM1BK323461415238
    Stock: 32561
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-22-2025

  • New Listing
    • 128,431 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 4cyl manual
    • Subaru of Ann Arbor (Ann Arbor, MI)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Ann Arbor, MI / 162 miles away from Columbus, OH

    2006 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sporty Style Meets Everyday PracticalityLooking for a car thats fun to drive, packed with premium features, and sti...

    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: JM1BK343X61488756
    Stock: S488756A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-16-2025

    • 133,107 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Sensible Choice Auto Sales (Longwood, FL)
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Fold Flat Rear Seats
    • Audio and cruise con...
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    Located in Longwood, FL / 788 miles away from Columbus, OH

    WE BUY CARS! CASH! WE TAKE TRADE INS! TOP DOLLAR! ASK ABOUT OUR FREE 90 DAY WARRANTY! Available for almost all of our vehicles at our advertised price...

    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: JM1BK123241125341
    Stock: T9155
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-06-2023

    • 146,451 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 4cyl automatic
    • Topline Auto Plex (Fontana, CA)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Fontana, CA / 1,936 miles away from Columbus, OH

    We at Topline Autoplex sells only quality preowned vehicles with clean title history and every vehicle comes with a Free CARFAX report! All vehicles h...

    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: JM1BK323961428454
    Stock: 428454
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-15-2025

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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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