Would really appreciate some help from actual enthusiasts.
Looking at getting a good used Mazda and I like them both.
Driven an 07 of each, both manual. 3 - 2.3L hatch...6 - 3L hatch
I realize the 6 costs a bit more but its not significantly more, is it much more car for the money?
The 3 just seemed more peppy and fun to drive, it wasn't night and day but it was noticeable. The 3.0L in the 6 seemed slow to respond but I do a bit of highway driving that the V6 would shine there. Are there certain things to look for in specific models (i.e. better suspension in X year) that the used car sales guys always seem clueless about and say they are all the same.
Is there a magic year (possibly when model was refreshed in 06ish maybe?) of each that is best value/reliability/for the money?
The 6's are also much easier to find with leather which is a nice plus. Also not terribly impressed with Mazdas fuel economy, the 3.0 has to be one of the worst in class.
Any input on helping me make this decision is much appreciated.
Looking at getting a good used Mazda and I like them both.
Driven an 07 of each, both manual. 3 - 2.3L hatch...6 - 3L hatch
I realize the 6 costs a bit more but its not significantly more, is it much more car for the money?
The 3 just seemed more peppy and fun to drive, it wasn't night and day but it was noticeable. The 3.0L in the 6 seemed slow to respond but I do a bit of highway driving that the V6 would shine there. Are there certain things to look for in specific models (i.e. better suspension in X year) that the used car sales guys always seem clueless about and say they are all the same.
Is there a magic year (possibly when model was refreshed in 06ish maybe?) of each that is best value/reliability/for the money?
The 6's are also much easier to find with leather which is a nice plus. Also not terribly impressed with Mazdas fuel economy, the 3.0 has to be one of the worst in class.
Any input on helping me make this decision is much appreciated.
