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Old 02-08-2014, 11:33 AM
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Whoa. I would totally drive that.
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That's much improved but still a bit overstyled. Though with a drop and the right wheels it could be a good option. Especially as AWD, provided no CVT.
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Old 02-10-2014, 08:28 AM
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The 2.5 6MT Mazda3 should be a fun car with 185hp.
If they ever get around to releasing it.
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Old 02-10-2014, 04:06 PM
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Old 02-10-2014, 04:22 PM
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That's straight up cargasm.
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That's a sweet wagon. Love the color.
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Old 02-10-2014, 06:48 PM
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Another wagon we won't get here
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Old 02-10-2014, 06:51 PM
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With the way BMW is whoring out their cars in the US. I would be surprised if we dont get it here.

I would not even be surprised if there is M3GT
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Old 02-10-2014, 08:35 PM
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Old 02-10-2014, 09:13 PM
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The new 550i M-Sport is quite a wagon.
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yeah, too bad you can't build one here. I built one in Austria for shits 'n giggles

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you got way too much time on your hand.
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Old 02-11-2014, 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by oonowindoo
you got way too much time on your hand.
Good thing he has extra time only on one hand and not both
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Old 02-11-2014, 03:54 PM
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Hope this does well in the market...

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Old 02-11-2014, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Yumcha
Hope this does well in the market...
Wish they'd sell it in the US.
I'd have it in that color with a 6MT & be more than happy enough.
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Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2
Wish they'd sell it in the US.
I'd have it in that color with a 6MT & be more than happy enough.
They still haven't confirmed it?
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Old 02-11-2014, 04:25 PM
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I'll admit to having a bad experience with Mazda...but, they do make nice-looking vehicles. Here's the AU-spec version:

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Old 02-11-2014, 04:37 PM
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I'll admit to having a bad experience with Mazda...but, they do make nice-looking vehicles. Here's the AU-spec version:

My '08 Mazda3 had an issue too. But my previous 3 and Speed3 didn't have any problems. I think I just got a bad car. My brother likes the Mazda CX7 they have too.
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Old 02-11-2014, 04:59 PM
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My '08 Mazda3 had an issue too. But my previous 3 and Speed3 didn't have any problems. I think I just got a bad car. My brother likes the Mazda CX7 they have too.
Yep...I think the original batch of Mazda3s were all derived with the same QC flaws as the Protege?

Dunno. Just hope they are better for all.


At least I don't see any of the new models sporting rusted out quarter-panels.
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Old 02-11-2014, 05:12 PM
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Good thing I live in California

Seriously though, the 6 just looks so good. Truth be told after much deliberation it doesn't really fit the mold of what I'm looking for in my next car, it just looks so good that I can't deny it.
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What I want is a 6MT Wagon that has some grunt to it and looks good. For about $35K.

Right now, I have to go up to $43k for an Allroad to get 2/3 of what I want.

The Jetta Sportwagen really is the only alternative at $30K for a 6MT diesel. But it's getting long in the tooth.

It's sad that I think the next Golfwagen is going to be the only thing under $40k new that meets my criteria.
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Old 02-11-2014, 06:15 PM
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Oh gosh yes please, please make this..............

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Originally Posted by charliemike
What I want is a 6MT Wagon that has some grunt to it and looks good. For about $35K.

Right now, I have to go up to $43k for an Allroad to get 2/3 of what I want.

The Jetta Sportwagen really is the only alternative at $30K for a 6MT diesel. But it's getting long in the tooth.

It's sad that I think the next Golfwagen is going to be the only thing under $40k new that meets my criteria.
Not a slight against you or anyone else in particular, but I've noticed as I get older, I also get pickier. I can definitely relate. I suppose that's natural as your spending power increases... you want to get the most out of your money.

Though damn if it doesn't make car shopping a pain in the ass.
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Though damn if it doesn't make car shopping a pain in the ass.
It does. It's a good problem to have of course. But it also makes me have to compromise and I end up not getting what I want because of some tradeoff I have to make. Usually the limiting factor is money
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Damn that 6 looks good. PLEASE bring it to the US, Mazda
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Like Audi, Mazda hates you.
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What do you gents think of Saab's wagons? Here's the 9-3 Griffin Aero SportCombi...


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Saabs will always be the 1980s 900 Turbo and 9000 Turbo.
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Saabs will always be the 1980s 900 Turbo and 9000 Turbo.
Yeahhh...but, they are hatches...not wagons.
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They still haven't confirmed it?
Nothing official that I've seen. Only that the wagon isn't US available, because they think no one will buy it

Which is why I'm patiently waiting for the 3s 5Door with a 6MT.
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Yeahhh...but, they are hatches...not wagons.
This is my point

It would be like Volvo making a Miata.
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This is my point

It would be like Volvo making a Miata.
Well, I kinda think the C30 is like a Miata.
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Hot or not?

No, not really. That's like one step up from 24 Minutes of LeMons
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No, not really. That's like one step up from 24 Minutes of LeMons
Ha...sure, there's some rust...but, I'm attracted that wagon!
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Hot or not?
I kind of like it, if it were a little more finished (bumpers/trim/etc).
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I would love to have this as my DD.
http://www.speedhunters.com/2009/02/...ressida_wagon/
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