Just Test Drove a new 5! Love It!

[pbdave]

... I stand by what i wrote. And you have to grant me the fact that the seats are no where near as comfortable as your old Jetta.

They are definately NOT german seats - that I agree =o) If leather or an upgraded (ie: more supportive) seat package was avail as an option, we would have gone for it for sure.

ps - you will love the stick, if it wasn't mainly for my wife we would have gone that route in a heartbeat. Also - you may want to look more into the rumored different engine configurations that may (or may not) be coming for '07.

good luck!

 

[geezerz99]

I have a manual 5 and i have to say there is no other minivan out there that can peel out on third. It can hold it's own. (first)

 

[theweev]

They are definately NOT german seats - that I agree =o) If leather or an upgraded (ie: more supportive) seat package was avail as an option, we would have gone for it for sure.

ps - you will love the stick, if it wasn't mainly for my wife we would have gone that route in a heartbeat. Also - you may want to look more into the rumored different engine configurations that may (or may not) be coming for '07.

good luck!

I loved the engine. and any more power = more fuel consumption=more pollution= ( damn environmental ideals. )
If we can figure out the seats we'll buy it. and the wife can have the say on the extras and colour, but not the stick.

 

[theweev]

I have a manual 5 and i have to say there is no other minivan out there that can peel out on third. It can hold it's own. (first)

now this is encouraging news indeed!!!! But you called it a minivan... this is not encouraging

 

[Zoom5Zoom]

5 Alive

Hi

Great to hear the 5 Manual transmission is popular in this string. I do say the "on the CAM" feel at 3400 RPM is something I truly love.

So advise for anyone who wants to have a "longer test ride".... ask for a longer ride. I don't mind if you ask me for a re drive or even a 3rd time. Its your money stand up and ask ask ask.......

Cheers
Zoom5Zoom
(cheers)

 

[theweev]

i fully intend on asking for a longer test drive. One about 40-45 min long. I figure you can shake down a car in about that much time. Although a couple of hours behind the wheel would be ideal. like you said " it's your $". I just have to call around and find a 5spd tester.

 

[Captain KRM P5]

my wife wanted a Ford Freestyle

sorry to hear that

 

[Zoom5Zoom]

test drive

hey theweev

If you drop in to Ottawa Ontario Performance Mazda I will let ya have a drive. But really you will only need 30-40 min.......

Cheers
Zoom5Zoom
(cheers)

 

[theweev]

hey theweev

If you drop in to Ottawa Ontario Performance Mazda I will let ya have a drive. But really you will only need 30-40 min.......

Cheers
Zoom5Zoom
(cheers)

...and actually a couple of days as I live in Vancouver. Cheers anyway. By the way keep up the good work kicking the Leafs ass.

 

[theweev]

well.....the update. just drove a GS 5 5speed. I am thrilled to announce the decision has been made. Man the 5spd brings that thing to life!!!!! crisp shifts, really light clutch and a hell of a lot better ride. let it be known...AUTOMATICS ARE EVIL! My wife loved it. Especially the light clutch action.

 

[JAVI]

I'm still getting over the fact that I bought the auto because of my wife and she turned around a week after I brought the 5 home and bought herself a 3. Also an auto. Now I'm stuck with 2 autos! Still love the 5 though.

 

[SkinnyJoint]

j/c but y get a mini van over a wagon?

 

[perfecto]

Because they are gorgeous.