There has been a lot of talk like this.. How people got awesome deals on theirs brand new. Lets think for a sec being a salesperson I know how dealers work. You have an 03 on the lot and you are getting in 04 3's that are a new body style and your protege's are going to sit on the lot. Most...
The dealership that I work at KNOWS it is a common problem and would hook you up as they get paid from the factory for the work. Talk to your service advisor and be civil with him and he will give you the skinny if the unit that is going to be sending back will be ok if there is glue in it.
If it is under 50k in miles you can get the sub and radio replaced under warranty. I have already had the radio replaced once and I am on my second sub. First one just shut off and second blew.
That depends on a lot of things. Where you are located is a factor believe it or not, you also have to look at if it is an 03 or 03.5 I think that would be a good deal for one down here in Tampa FL. They have a good following down here were as if you were in like Lincoln, NE you would pay...
I am replacing her with a house hehehe... I am probably going to look for an MX-3 or MX-6 to drive to work for my beater d/driver. Love her but need to get money saved up for the house.