Anyone drive an MS3 yet?

[.RJ]

yeah, i got it fixed at browns - and the guy that worked there (from .net) was like this is common like in the RSX's

What does it have to do with an RSX?

All cars can have problems. At least you got it fixed relatively hassle free under warranty.

[.paul]

yes, but he was just stating that it is a common problem in the 3's - the third gear syncro goes bad. just as in the RSX's - same problem.

[CaptainHenreh]

what else is the 3 platform used in? maybe it costs too much to modify it for AWD for a limited run of niche vehicles.

European Market Focus
Volvo S40
Mazda 3

So "limited run niche AWD" vehicles isn't a problem: The platform supports it. If you want a turbo, all wheel drive Mazda 3, you can buy an S40/V40 T4 AWD. It'll have a 5 pot instead of the DISI 4 cyl, but who's counting?

[Feersty]

There is a silver Mazdaspeed3 on craigslist for $25,xxx with 3,000 miles, fwiw.

[Chris]

There is a silver Mazdaspeed3 on craigslist for $25,xxx with 3,000 miles, fwiw.

pics???

[Mike]

There is a silver Mazdaspeed3 on craigslist for $25,xxx with 3,000 miles, fwiw.

i'm pretty certain that is what they go for new and fully loaded.