2010 Mazda3 vs 2010 MS3
I have been thinking about the 2010 mazda3 vs the potential 2010 mazdaspeed3, and actually might have a tougher time deciding which to pursue than I originally thought. initally was thinking the MS3 hands-down, as it will be faster (potentially meaning more fun daily driver), good looking hood scoop / dual exhaust / etc, and will likely have a price tag only a few thousand above the regular mazda3.
but here are some advantages to the mazda3:
still a great value overall
lower insurance rates, lower excise tax
could probably throw in a navigation/bluetooth/etc while adding those to an ms3 would put the car up in the $27k range (estimate)
regular fuel (no premium necessary)
4 door option
sometimes with fast cars like the MS3 you don't always want to drive it fast, because you know, obeying traffic laws and avoiding tickets and the like.
I guess the bottom line is sure I think the MS3 rocks, but personally I might need to save that few extra grand and get something more practical.
thoughts? (nana)