1994 Mazda MX3 RS 1.8 V6

Summary:

Great!

Faults:

Gas tank needs to be replaced, but after 11 years that isn't too bad.

General Comments:

This is my second mx3. Picked up a 1994 V6 version after someone smashed into my 1995 4-cylinder. Very reliable car. Didn't have to do anything to the '95 except timing belt (which was due)

The 1994, has a lot of go. Will take out any factory civics (save the SI). Not too bad on gas for a V6. Very comfortable, takes corners like a breeze. It even throws you back into the seat when it's revving past 4000.

Overall a very good car (so good I got the second one). Gas tank needs to be replaced, but after 11 years, that's probably pretty normal. Other than that, no repairs except maintenance. You even get a few looks when you drive by in it. (Although the 12 inch subs help that!) Picked it up for $5500 with 118,000km so you're definitely getting a fair amount of car for the money.

Definitely recommend picking one up if you can get one, especially the V6.

9/10 on everything.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 28th March, 2005

1994 Mazda MX3 GS 1.5

Summary:

When I die I wanna take it to heave with me

Faults:

So far nothing has gone wrong with my car.

General Comments:

This car is made in heaven and it handles like a dream. However, compared to a New Yorker the seats aren't as comfortable.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th October, 2003

14th Oct 2003, 00:04

This was written by Laura from Van-city, for all those who know the girl who is in-love with her blue mx3. Romania sticker on the back (that's how you know its her) :P.

1994 Mazda MX3 GS 1.8

Summary:

A performance compact that has held it's own over the years

Faults:

The head gasket has had to be replaced twice due to oil leakage and plug fowling.

O.E.M. plug leads replaced with aftermaket leads due to mis-firing.

Front coil-springs both broke, but were replaced under a recall.

Driver door-seal replaced at 70,000 km.

Rear pads and rotors replaced 3 times. (Driven hard). Front pads and rotors replaced twice.

General Comments:

A very quick car that is quite easy to throw into corners.

A rear suspension that really works.

Quicker turn-in with 60 series tires.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 25th May, 2003

1994 Mazda MX3 RS 1.6 Gas 88hp

Summary:

Economic car with a good look - suitable for non-performance oriented driver

Faults:

Weather stripping became warped on driver window, but did not require immediate replacement.

Nothing else went wrong during my 2 years of ownership. Just put gas and do regular maintenance.

General Comments:

With a SOHC 88hp 4-cyl engine, it's grossly underpower with A/C on or fully-loaded. Not recommended if you live anywhere with mountains in sight (my place have the Rockies)! Fine with normal around town driving or if you never go above the speed limit though.

As it's only a re-skinned Mazda 323/Protege, the mechanicals are typically reliable.

All around visibility is not as bad as you think despite the thick B-pillar. Actually feels easier than my 2002 Civic Coupe Si.

The trunk is large! It's a mini-puzzle, but I can stuff two full-size bikes (with front wheels off) in it and still close the hatch! Quite a surprise for a small hatch back.

Average on gas - comparable to engines of similar sizes.

Winter driving is OK. Just like everyone else not on snow tires.

Considering MX-3 has been out of production for a quite a while, get a V6 if you are looking for one. The extra cost is well worth it.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 29th April, 2003

1994 Mazda MX3 Precidia 4 cylinder 1.6L DOHC

Summary:

Definatly a 9 out of 10

Faults:

Battery needed to be changed, if the headlights were left on with the car off, the battery would die within 10 minuets, not the fault of the car, just a crappy battery I'm not sure if it was the original battery or if had been replaced by the previous owner.

Muffler rattles, it may just be a loose heat shield or something like that, not a big deal. I'l fix it when I get a chance.

General Comments:

This is by far one of the nicest cars I have ever driven (The nicest being a Jeep Cherokee) I handles awesome, and sticks to corners like no other.

Not a lot of power, but what do you expect out of a 4 cylinder 1.6L engine? It is easily upgradeable to a BP 1.8 L DOHC which will give it a bit more boost, and odd performance parts will boost the HP as well.

I The interior is styling, not a lot of room in the back seats, but plenty of trunk space.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 25th April, 2003

25th May 2003, 20:51

It may not have been the battery's fault. There is a recall for the alternator on this car.

1994 Mazda MX3 GS 1.8

Summary:

Fun little rocket

Faults:

When I bought the car there was nothing wrong with it. However, the "Low Oil" light was not working and I ran the car bone dry. As a result one of the lifters in the engine seems to be knocking. However, other than that there have been no problems... as yet.

General Comments:

My overall impression of the car is that is was designed really well. In that it really gives the driver the sporty feel that it sets out to give the driver.

However, I would have liked the car to come with the 626 engine as the GS model in stead of a 1.8 V6 which only gives an additional 15HP over the base 1.6L.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 18th May, 2002

21st Mar 2006, 20:53

I'm sorry that the light didn't work, mine is the same in my '90 Acura Integra, but you can't always relie on gadgets and gauges. It's best to check your levels on all fluids often especially on high mileage cars.