Mazda 626 Hatchback (1997 - 2000) 2.0 Phoenix 5d (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Sensible, thinking man. Wants reliability.

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

Everyone I know is impressed with it. It's not a common car so it's a bit more interesing than your average Ford or Vauxhall.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, had 18months of fautless driving.

What are you likely to buy next?

Mazda 6

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,400

When did you buy the car?

October 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Great fellow. Took my battered old Skoda Felicia in part-ex no bother, knocked 300 quid off for me.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed bigger family car.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful. All the proper documents, history check, car was valeted also and like new.

What's it like to drive?

Drives really well. Grips the road. Really accelerates after about 30 mph. Cruises at high speed. Go for the 2.0l version though.

What's it like to park?

It's a big car make no mistake, but you soon get used to it. Power steering is superb so I don't have any bother parking it.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No. It's a Mazda.

What's most practical about your car?

Loads of room for my kids and their stuff. Huge boot for pram/buggy plus weekly shop.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Air-con & Climate control, cd player, elec sunroof, elec mirrors.