dereileak Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 (edited) To New Car I found, the PROTEGE5! Alright, im getting rid of the dodge grand caravan, works great, but I want something sport and better on gas, I am looking at Mazda3 s 2005+ish hatchbacks, I found a few and want to know what you think about them price wise, and any other comments. I for sure want a manual!! And the Mazda3 will let me do a double din. If you know of a vehicle simular and within my $10,000 ish price range let me know too. I live in Rochester, MN, but I don't mind driving 200ish miles. I would love blue, but hey red will do too. What do you guys think of this, I think it could go for less considering the miles, I just saw one sell for 9.8k with 61k miles, so this one is pushing it, what do you think I could talk them down too? Mazda3 Link Here that should be plenty of room for 2 15's, in the future for 2 18's. I already contacted mechman, they have a unit that can do 270 amps for it, and it fits a double din!!! Post Comments, I just want some feedback on it! Edited April 25, 2011 by dereileak Quote 2006 Mazda3 Hatchback Black 5 Spd ManualPioneer 4300DVD2 Sundown SA-12 (34hz Tune, 3.22 cubes, 14.5 inches per cube, Triple Baffle)Kicker 10ZX2500.1 (2845 RMS) Sub AmpKicker 11ZX650.4 (705 RMS) Mid Amp -- (3 Amps)Kicker KQ3 Active CrossoverKicker KQ30 EqualizerKicker 09QS60.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones)Kicker 09QS65.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones) - (3 Sets)2/0 Gauge Electron Beam Technologies (3 Runs, 2 +, 1 -) 1/0 Gauge KNU Kollasal Flex (1 Run for -) 300 Ft Kicker X-Series 16 Gauge Speaker WireXS Power D3400 (Rear)XS Power D3100 (Front)Singer Externally Regulated Alternator (Being Built)+ The Love for Car Audio and BASS <3UBL Build Log <------- Click Here-------> Normal Build Log (For Comments) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dereileak Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 no input? Quote 2006 Mazda3 Hatchback Black 5 Spd ManualPioneer 4300DVD2 Sundown SA-12 (34hz Tune, 3.22 cubes, 14.5 inches per cube, Triple Baffle)Kicker 10ZX2500.1 (2845 RMS) Sub AmpKicker 11ZX650.4 (705 RMS) Mid Amp -- (3 Amps)Kicker KQ3 Active CrossoverKicker KQ30 EqualizerKicker 09QS60.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones)Kicker 09QS65.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones) - (3 Sets)2/0 Gauge Electron Beam Technologies (3 Runs, 2 +, 1 -) 1/0 Gauge KNU Kollasal Flex (1 Run for -) 300 Ft Kicker X-Series 16 Gauge Speaker WireXS Power D3400 (Rear)XS Power D3100 (Front)Singer Externally Regulated Alternator (Being Built)+ The Love for Car Audio and BASS <3UBL Build Log <------- Click Here-------> Normal Build Log (For Comments) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickfs442 Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 You might be able to talk them down to about 8.5K if you're lucky... but yeah I've looked at those. IMO some 5% tint, HID's, lowering kit and maybe some rims would really set that car off. Let me know if you go ahead and get it. Would be sick man Quote 2 18's Wall Build Under Construction My YouTube 2000 Mercury Cougar Build Log Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Sanchez.A Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 IMO any thing Mazda is good. I've (including my parents) have had many vehicles, three of which are mazdas. The one has 360+ km (224+ miles) and every thing is still going strong. the only problems have been normal wear and tear. is a review of the 2010 model "speed3" (slightly upgraded version). Might help out.Good Luck Quote Click Links To View Build Logs 1994 - Mazda B3000 (Daily/Toy/Show) 2002 - Mazda Protege (Daily) 1995 - Hyundai Accent (R.I.P.) 1984 - Bronco II (Restoration Project) Youtube Channel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dereileak Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 IMO any thing Mazda is good. I've (including my parents) have had many vehicles, three of which are mazdas. The one has 360+ km (224+ miles) and every thing is still going strong. the only problems have been normal wear and tear. is a review of the 2010 model "speed3" (slightly upgraded version). Might help out.Good Luck I love the one he is reviewing, but 10,000 is my budget really, after the loan plus insurance which is between 170-280 I will be still safe, but dont wanna push it too far, plus I have to budget in a mechman alt and a double din ($550 + $450) Quote 2006 Mazda3 Hatchback Black 5 Spd ManualPioneer 4300DVD2 Sundown SA-12 (34hz Tune, 3.22 cubes, 14.5 inches per cube, Triple Baffle)Kicker 10ZX2500.1 (2845 RMS) Sub AmpKicker 11ZX650.4 (705 RMS) Mid Amp -- (3 Amps)Kicker KQ3 Active CrossoverKicker KQ30 EqualizerKicker 09QS60.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones)Kicker 09QS65.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones) - (3 Sets)2/0 Gauge Electron Beam Technologies (3 Runs, 2 +, 1 -) 1/0 Gauge KNU Kollasal Flex (1 Run for -) 300 Ft Kicker X-Series 16 Gauge Speaker WireXS Power D3400 (Rear)XS Power D3100 (Front)Singer Externally Regulated Alternator (Being Built)+ The Love for Car Audio and BASS <3UBL Build Log <------- Click Here-------> Normal Build Log (For Comments) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Sanchez.A Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I know what you mean about the double din, I've been trying to get one for a while now... Damn insurence and loans Quote Click Links To View Build Logs 1994 - Mazda B3000 (Daily/Toy/Show) 2002 - Mazda Protege (Daily) 1995 - Hyundai Accent (R.I.P.) 1984 - Bronco II (Restoration Project) Youtube Channel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dereileak Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I know what you mean about the double din, I've been trying to get one for a while now... Damn insurence and loans yea, insurance is going to be more then the damn car loan, insurance is highway robbery, its fucking rediculous Quote 2006 Mazda3 Hatchback Black 5 Spd ManualPioneer 4300DVD2 Sundown SA-12 (34hz Tune, 3.22 cubes, 14.5 inches per cube, Triple Baffle)Kicker 10ZX2500.1 (2845 RMS) Sub AmpKicker 11ZX650.4 (705 RMS) Mid Amp -- (3 Amps)Kicker KQ3 Active CrossoverKicker KQ30 EqualizerKicker 09QS60.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones)Kicker 09QS65.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones) - (3 Sets)2/0 Gauge Electron Beam Technologies (3 Runs, 2 +, 1 -) 1/0 Gauge KNU Kollasal Flex (1 Run for -) 300 Ft Kicker X-Series 16 Gauge Speaker WireXS Power D3400 (Rear)XS Power D3100 (Front)Singer Externally Regulated Alternator (Being Built)+ The Love for Car Audio and BASS <3UBL Build Log <------- Click Here-------> Normal Build Log (For Comments) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fli_noize Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Mazda 3's are great cars. Reliable drive pretty nice and can be set up to look pretty good. I know a few people with them that have had no complaints. One of them is actually awaiting delivery of a 2011to replace their 2007. Quote Bone Stock 2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dereileak Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Mazda 3's are great cars. Reliable drive pretty nice and can be set up to look pretty good. I know a few people with them that have had no complaints. One of them is actually awaiting delivery of a 2011to replace their 2007. I sent in an offer to the one I linked, for 8,250, knowing he will counteroffer. The only thing is I need the loan and to sell my car still, how is the room for subs in the hatch trunk? Quote 2006 Mazda3 Hatchback Black 5 Spd ManualPioneer 4300DVD2 Sundown SA-12 (34hz Tune, 3.22 cubes, 14.5 inches per cube, Triple Baffle)Kicker 10ZX2500.1 (2845 RMS) Sub AmpKicker 11ZX650.4 (705 RMS) Mid Amp -- (3 Amps)Kicker KQ3 Active CrossoverKicker KQ30 EqualizerKicker 09QS60.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones)Kicker 09QS65.2 Components (Woven Carbon Cones) - (3 Sets)2/0 Gauge Electron Beam Technologies (3 Runs, 2 +, 1 -) 1/0 Gauge KNU Kollasal Flex (1 Run for -) 300 Ft Kicker X-Series 16 Gauge Speaker WireXS Power D3400 (Rear)XS Power D3100 (Front)Singer Externally Regulated Alternator (Being Built)+ The Love for Car Audio and BASS <3UBL Build Log <------- Click Here-------> Normal Build Log (For Comments) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtnbikecrazy55 Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I am jealous of you sir! That's not my "dream car" but more the car I really really want. I drive a 5 spd escort wagon/hatch now and a Mazda 3 wagon/hatch would be so nice. But hell yeah, get the manual, they're so much better in the snow. Quote I hate long signatures.... ...what the fuck is wrong wiht you you fucking fuckity fuck fuck head... Mtnbikecrazy55 Feedback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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