I ctrl+f the archive. Only a few threads about Mazda on here. I'm looking at purchasing my first vehicle. The 2016 Mazda3 i sport is right in my price range of around ~15,000. As is the Mazda6 Touring.
What is Veeky Forums's opinion of these cars and/or Mazda in general?
Just get a civic for 3k. Buying a new or almost new econobox is stupid.
I've been lurking long enough to know the 3k civic meme. Please go.
Test drove a Mazda 3 2.0 6 speed and liked it well enough except for the clutch which was too long and too light.
Buying new economy cars that aren't hybrids is pretty fucking stupid, if you want an economic car then get something that actually gets decent mileage. If you want a sportier car don't bother with the Mazda3
It is a meme but it's good advice. What does a 15k econobox do better than a 3k one? Nothing.
But why is it stupid to buy new economy cars. I don't get it.
Because economy cars are all about saving money or costing as little as possible. You can get a much nicer used car for the same price.
5k got me a top trim 2005 LeSabre with every option and only 45k on the clock.
Like what? What models would Veeky Forums recommend?