Going to buy . . .

[SLED]

Been lurking here and liking this site a lot. So after many months I have finally eliminated my other used car choices and have decided to buy a 2010-2013 Mazda3 GT 2.5 standard transmission, though I am in no hurry. So now my happy car shopping phase begins.

Once I get my Mazda3 (colour TBD), I anticipate my initial ownership ranked priorities will be:
- all fluids changed and engine mechanicals checked and serviced as needed - DUH
- full rust proofing done - TBD Crown or Rust Check - let's face it, Mazdas SUCK for rusting fast together with Hondas
- acquire or DIY paint alloy rims black or gunmetal - this will increase inner well-being by more than 35%
- acquire roof rack + TBD Yakima or Thule carrier bin - because I have kids, and I move sh*t around a lot

If you think I've left out something important in my above list - let me know!

Thanks to all the DIY/how-to and worthy advice givers on this forum - you guys are awesome. Cheers!

- SLED

[FD22]

Good luck with your search! Looking forward to seeing your purchase and then progression of making the car your own.

[Canadianbacon]

Awesome! I have a 2010 GT Heavily modded. You will enjoy it! In at 105km never had a problem!

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[McGuyver_3]

as stupid as it sounds, but when I had my 2.5 and put and exhaust and an intake on it, my fuel economy actually improved.

[boyracer]

Welcome back. Would have loved to see that Datsun 240z

[Canadianbacon]

as stupid as it sounds, but when I had my 2.5 and put and exhaust and an intake on it, my fuel economy actually improved.

Im only get about 400km a tank lol mostly city

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[McGuyver_3]

I drive a lot of highway and went from 450 to 550 with the mods. Sounds stupid, but made a big difference

[SLED]

Welcome back. Would have loved to see that Datsun 240z

Yeah, I still miss that car - so light, felt quick, easy to maintain, and had a true driver's cockpit. At the time, the Ford 3.0L Capri was my second choice - I drove one later on - man, what a memorable experience - moved like a Corrado VR6 but more balanced and years earlier.

[SLED]

I drive a lot of highway and went from 450 to 550 with the mods. Sounds stupid, but made a big difference

Will have to check out your mod list later then.

[SLED]

Good luck with your search! Looking forward to seeing your purchase and then progression of making the car your own.

Thanks

[KL3]

as stupid as it sounds, but when I had my 2.5 and put and exhaust and an intake on it, my fuel economy actually improved.

Interesting...

What exhaust did you put on?

And SRI - corksport?

[McGuyver_3]

I had the CS SRI with the CS exhaust. I had the highfow cat option as well. Only draw back was that the exhaust was LOUD. Before I sold it, I purchased the CS resonator to tone it down.... It didn't do much if anything at all.

[krash3]

I don't use Krown or Rustcheck just because they drill holes in the body, making more problems for you. I go to permashine as they don't drill, just insert their oil spray hoses inside the panels and remove the headlights and tail lights to access the various areas and spray their anti-drip inside. Same price as the others they just take their time and they don't rush it.

[Dallas87]

Congrats on your decision you won't regret it.


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[Bizantino]

I don't use Krown or Rustcheck just because they drill holes in the body, making more problems for you. I go to permashine as they don't drill, just insert their oil spray hoses inside the panels and remove the headlights and tail lights to access the various areas and spray their anti-drip inside. Same price as the others they just take their time and they don't rush it.

From their website the rust proof price is $360(http://www.permashinebrampton.ca/pricing.html), while Rrown or Rustcheck go from 150-200 for what i know.....
Not saying one is better than the other one, I actually hate the drilling, but is definitely not the same price...

[CarLadyLisa]

You are in luck. I can make this search super easy.

We have one that just came off lease. Should be cleaned up and available in the next few weeks.

[mazdasport]

I know on my 6.2 liter f250 when I put the stock exhaust back on I lost 2 mpg without changing driving habits

[SLED]

Oh God, I am waffling. No, not the breakfast food. I am slipping over to the other side . . . now intending to purchase a Mazda3 std. transm. hatch gen3, not a gen2. Newer car but more money. There go my budgets for beer, newer clothes, shoes, cappuccinos and tech gadgets. These are major first world problems I must face. Car lust is evil.

[Cjcoolen]

Oh God, I am waffling. No, not the breakfast food. I am slipping over to the other side . . . now intending to purchase a Mazda3 std. transm. hatch gen3, not a gen2. Newer car but more money. There go my budgets for beer, newer clothes, shoes, cappuccinos and tech gadgets. These are major first world problems I must face. Car lust is evil.

Dont waffle. Get the gen2. Always smiling.

[CarLadyLisa]

Its hard to argue with the super low interest rates, better fuel economy and warranty. Plus fancy gadgets. Now is the time before 2017 models arrive.