Model year differences?

[Stu L Tissimus]

Hey guys,

I've been considering a used MS3 (probably the sport), and was wondering if there are any major differences between model years? Most of the cars for sale in my area are priced pretty similarly (despite mileage, strangely enough).

Thanks in advance!

 

[Mike240SX]

'07 - Potential motor mount issues if they weren't fixed by the dealer; negated completed by aftermarket motor mount
'08 - Aside from a revised factory motor mount, no substantial changes.
'08.5 (build dates from 01/08 onward) - Revised interior, do a search.
'09 - Revised (but not in any substantial way) ECU

 

[Stu L Tissimus]

Wow, that was comprehensive as hell. Thanks. (Did you find that on some other site, or is this just common knowledge to you? (bow) )

 

[SHaW]

That "comprehensive" break down of the years is what us MazdaSpeed3 owners would call common knowledge as you browse around the forums and learn a thing or two. I would recommend getting the 08 or 08.5 if there are any left (Probably save some money buying the 08s or 08.5s) or an 09, which is the newest model year so far.