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2006' Mazda 3 1.6 Active
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14,777złPublished 30 September 2023ID: qEdspI
Expired
1 year, 1 month ago
1 year, 1 month ago
Information from the owner
Age: 17 years
Mileage: 99902 km
Displacement: 1598 cc
Transmission: Manual
Exterior color: Blue
Interior: Cooled Seats
Electronics: Trip/Mileage Computer
Seller's comments about 2006' Mazda 3 1.6 Active
Good morning,
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My four-year adventure with the Mazda 3 BK is coming to an end.
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During this time, I have traveled 46,000 kilometers in it and it has never let me down.
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The Mazda came from Lithuania, where, according to the previous owner, it had been sitting idle in the garage for several years (this version was confirmed by two of my "specialists" who claimed that it had deposits on the chassis/suspension elements, typical of cars that have been idle for a long time). The use of materials inside was marginal, so I didn't pursue the topic further - I said "Yes". For those interested, I have photos from before the purchase from the previous owner (2019).
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The car is basically "maintenance-free", so you pour 95 and drive - this is not an industry cliché.
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Apart from the wishbone bushings (because there was a knocking noise), I mainly replaced the bulbs in the Mazda. It's worth mentioning that this activity is a pain (unless you have hands like a ten-year-old's). Apart from that, of course, filters and oil every 10,000 kilometers.
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The car likes corners and revs above 2500 rpm. It drives confidently and listens to the driver. In city traffic, I drink 8 liters in summer and 8.5 in winter. The computer distorts about 0.5 liters to our detriment. On the road you can go down to 6.5 liters.
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I think it's one of the best-driving and best-equipped cars in the budget under 15,000. I was advised against the Mazda due to its peculiar condition - which I will discuss in a moment - but I have not regretted buying it for a moment.
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Well, if it's so good, why are there relatively few three-wheelers? Well, RUDA liked the Mazda 3 BK. Of course, my copy is no exception, so I already have TWO rear fender repairs on the list of additional equipment.
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I did the first one in July 2021 after hitting a pillar in the underground garage (I cut the corner too much when leaving). Luckily, I hooked it on the side that was already a bit bitten (of course, I have a photo before the repair for reference).
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I made the second one in June this year, almost 4 years after the purchase - I also have photo documentation of the repaired wheel arch and a few little things that I did at the same time.
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In sum:
- you buy great driving characteristics and a reliable naturally aspirated engine with a chain,
- well-equipped - compared to the competition - car (including climatronic, heated seats, 4 windows in the automatic transmission, AUX),
- Mazda is running on classy Kleber Dynastar HP4 summer tires, which will serve many more seasons (the photos show the tread depth),
- I'm including a set of Kleber Krisalp winter tires (probably about 15,000 miles),
- new battery (replaced two months ago).
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Mazda 3 BK is a great option for young people (first car), couples or
2+1 families. I belong to the third group and due to my size, I need a little more space.
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Of course, I agree to visit any - within reason - diagnostic station.
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Please contact me and take a test drive.
_
My four-year adventure with the Mazda 3 BK is coming to an end.
_
During this time, I have traveled 46,000 kilometers in it and it has never let me down.
_
The Mazda came from Lithuania, where, according to the previous owner, it had been sitting idle in the garage for several years (this version was confirmed by two of my "specialists" who claimed that it had deposits on the chassis/suspension elements, typical of cars that have been idle for a long time). The use of materials inside was marginal, so I didn't pursue the topic further - I said "Yes". For those interested, I have photos from before the purchase from the previous owner (2019).
_
The car is basically "maintenance-free", so you pour 95 and drive - this is not an industry cliché.
_
Apart from the wishbone bushings (because there was a knocking noise), I mainly replaced the bulbs in the Mazda. It's worth mentioning that this activity is a pain (unless you have hands like a ten-year-old's). Apart from that, of course, filters and oil every 10,000 kilometers.
_
The car likes corners and revs above 2500 rpm. It drives confidently and listens to the driver. In city traffic, I drink 8 liters in summer and 8.5 in winter. The computer distorts about 0.5 liters to our detriment. On the road you can go down to 6.5 liters.
_
I think it's one of the best-driving and best-equipped cars in the budget under 15,000. I was advised against the Mazda due to its peculiar condition - which I will discuss in a moment - but I have not regretted buying it for a moment.
_
Well, if it's so good, why are there relatively few three-wheelers? Well, RUDA liked the Mazda 3 BK. Of course, my copy is no exception, so I already have TWO rear fender repairs on the list of additional equipment.
_
I did the first one in July 2021 after hitting a pillar in the underground garage (I cut the corner too much when leaving). Luckily, I hooked it on the side that was already a bit bitten (of course, I have a photo before the repair for reference).
_
I made the second one in June this year, almost 4 years after the purchase - I also have photo documentation of the repaired wheel arch and a few little things that I did at the same time.
_
In sum:
- you buy great driving characteristics and a reliable naturally aspirated engine with a chain,
- well-equipped - compared to the competition - car (including climatronic, heated seats, 4 windows in the automatic transmission, AUX),
- Mazda is running on classy Kleber Dynastar HP4 summer tires, which will serve many more seasons (the photos show the tread depth),
- I'm including a set of Kleber Krisalp winter tires (probably about 15,000 miles),
- new battery (replaced two months ago).
_
Mazda 3 BK is a great option for young people (first car), couples or
2+1 families. I belong to the third group and due to my size, I need a little more space.
_
Of course, I agree to visit any - within reason - diagnostic station.
_
Please contact me and take a test drive.
