• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    This is a practical yet devilishly fun car to drive and be seen in. A real wolf in sheeps clothing

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Love it

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I might lokk at at the newer Mazda range next time but have just got this one and intend to enjoy it as long as I can

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Possibly a Mazda MX5 as my circumstances will have changed by then

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £5,500

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Fabulous deal as car had only done 23K and was in mint condition

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    My wife had a 323 Intrigue then a Mazda 6 and both were fantastic cars

    What was the dealer like?

    Dealer and Mazda very good so far

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    The ride is a bit hard but with sports suspension that was expected. It turns heads and leaves lesser rivals in its wake.

    What's it like to park?

    No parking problems as it is very manouvreable

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Looks great and drives like a sports car

    What's most practical about your car?

    The load space is incredible for its class especially when the rear seats are folded down

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air con is great and the option of the electric sunroof if you just want to stay cool is good