Redlyne gives the Mazda speed a thumbs down..for now

**Redlyne_mr2** · 11-01-2002, 12:01 AM

last week was the annual AJAX testfest here in Ontario, where automotive journalists from all over come to test vehicles and record stats. The final prices on the cars where also released.....the mazdaspeed was one that really dissapointed me...The interior amenities although composed of after market manufacturers were still very similar to components youd see in any other car of that price range..the sparco seats, felt like harder than average factory seats and offered minimal support, the interior itself just seemed rather cheap and for being a turbocharged car it sures is weak...a best 0-60mph time of 7.6 seconds recorded..7.6 thats so dissapointing...and with taxes, freight, etc the price climbs to around 32, 000...32gs for a mazda protege ..who are they kidding......hopefully the aftermaket will support this car because just like most of the sports compacts on the market it needs it.

**finboy** · 11-01-2002, 12:09 AM

ouch.

atleast the turbo is nice. wouldn't mind finding a written of one in a couple years and grabbing it. quick spooling, and i have heard it can support 400 hp.

**CRXguy** · 11-01-2002, 12:25 AM

That's what turned me away from the Mazdaspeed.

THE PRICE!! $30g's+ and it's still a Protege. If it was $27k, I prolly would've gotten it.

I also saw it on Motoring 2002. It looked good though, but it looked so fucking high off the ground.

I don't know what kind of drivers were there, but 7.6 for a 0-60mph run is pretty sad. Motor Trend and AutoWeek(I think) Got 6.5 and 14.9 for the 1/4mile. But I guess we'll wait and see for someone take it to the track here first.

I still have my deposit at the dealership, so I'll wait and take it for a rip, and report back!

**ninjak84** · 11-01-2002, 12:33 AM

I think if you guys saw what all went in to it, perhaps you would be a bit more understanding.
Although I don't know first hand, so I can't really comment. All I know is what I've read.

Spacro seats SHOULD feel comfortable though....

**T5_X** · 11-01-2002, 12:56 AM

That's retarded. You could just save up a little more and get a WRX!!

**szw** · 11-01-2002, 01:01 AM

Actually thats quite a bit more...I think with everything included, WRX's are around 39-40g's? but definately better car...

**T5_X** · 11-01-2002, 01:06 AM

Originally posted by szw
Actually thats quite a bit more...I think with everything included, WRX's are around 39-40g's? but definately better car...

Base 5 speed is 35Gs, and I don't think I'd get anything added

**CRXguy** · 11-01-2002, 01:13 AM

Originally posted by Ranger_X31
That's retarded. You could just save up a little more and get a WRX!!

That's what I did.

Some guys on I-club actually paid under MSRP!

I couldn't really bargain on mine, cuz I was trading a car in. They low-balled me hardcore for the P5.

The only thing I would've added is prolly the OEM kit, but my poor ass couldn't afford anything else.

**szw** · 11-01-2002, 01:13 AM

Not many options available anyways. Well, no real good ones anyways.

As I said, 35g is the MSRP...freight tax everything will be 39-40

just like the mazdaspeed climbs to 32 with freight tax everything.

**CRXguy** · 11-01-2002, 01:17 AM

MSRP = $34,995
freight,pdi,etc = 1560 or so
--------
$36,555
2,558.85
--------
39,113.85

You could possibly bargain off another $2000.

**Redlyne_mr2** · 11-01-2002, 01:23 AM

Originally posted by CRXguy
MSRP = $34,995
freight,pdi,etc = 1560 or so
--------
$36,555
2,558.85
--------
39,113.85

You could possibly bargain off another $2000.

or try and find a demo or a low mileage used

**CRXguy** · 11-01-2002, 01:43 AM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2

or try and find a demo or a low mileage used

Sorry, call me weird or whatever, but I hate buying demo's or slighly used anything.

**Stratus_Power** · 11-01-2002, 01:56 AM

when i get a car i definitly try to buy a used off off private seller... I hate paying the god damn GST ..

**James** · 11-01-2002, 07:20 AM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
last week was the annual AJAX testfest here in Ontario,

Is that AJAX, the town just East of Toronto? i use to Live in the town of Pickering, we bought our '87 Duster at the Chrysler Dealership in AJAX, small world.....just thought id share that:tongue:

CRXguy: When did you buy the WRX? thats sweet!!

lammer · 11-01-2002, 08:47 AM

wow, i always thought that the mazda speed would be cheaper than that. and yeah i would go with the WRX for just ab it more..
anyways im still waiting upon my first car. i dunno what i should get....

**max_boost** · 11-01-2002, 11:20 AM

Originally posted by CRXguy

That's what I did.

Some guys on I-club actually paid under MSRP! I couldn't really bargain on mine, cuz I was trading a car in. They low-balled me hardcore for the P5.

The only thing I would've added is prolly the OEM kit, but my poor ass couldn't afford anything else.

P5's aren't worth anything thats why.....every yo has one!:tongue:

**Davan** · 11-01-2002, 11:24 AM

Originally posted by CRXguy

Sorry, call me weird or whatever, but I hate buying demo's or slighly used anything.

I'm the exact same way. I will never ever buy a used car. It gives me the chills to think of what it could have been through... And full warranty on a new car is always a plus!

**max_boost** · 11-01-2002, 12:28 PM

Used cars have warranty too!
I bought my car used because I couldn't afford it brand new

**Davan** · 11-01-2002, 12:39 PM

Oh no worries, I can totally appreciate a used BMW..... mmmmmmm... BMW...... *drool*

**max_boost** · 11-01-2002, 12:40 PM

Originally posted by Davan
Oh no worries, I can totally appreciate a used BMW..... mmmmmmm... BMW...... *drool*

Benz are for old timers, get a BMW

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