Mid Sized Japs - What to look at? - Page 3

380 · 01-10-2005, 12:18 AM

That Mazda looks nice! I would have also considered the 380 GT - mostly because it has 53kw more power than the Mazda 6, 130Nm more torque, is much roomier inside, has a 5 speed silky smooth Tiptronic Transmission instead of a 4 speed, and looks and drives beautifully - not to mention the 5 and 10 year warranty. Trust me I've had the pleasure to drive one of these (best friends with a dealer) and I can't say enough about them.

Having said that, Liberty's are overrated, I'm glad you at least went for the Mazda 6.

Paxton · 01-10-2005, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 380

That Mazda looks nice! I would have also considered the 380 GT - mostly because it has 53kw more power, 130Nm more torque, is roomier inside and looks and drives beautifully - not to mention the 5 and 10 year warranty.

Having said that, Liberty's are overrated, I'm glad you at least went for the Mazda 6.

Mate, the 380 came out a month too late. If it came out any earlier, I would have seriously considered the 380 over the Mazda6, however it was not out. I told the Subaru dealer today that I had bought another car, however I didn't tell him I bought a Mazda.

-Andrew

380 · 01-10-2005, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by paxtonandrew

Mate, the 380 came out a month too late. If it came out any earlier, I would have seriously considered the 380 over the Mazda6, however it was not out. I told the Subaru dealer today that I had bought another car, however I didn't tell him I bought a Mazda.

-Andrew

True. But you still have to wait 6 weeks to pick up your Mazda 6. You should be able to walk away with a 380 GT in exactly 2 weeks (October 13). Either way, the Mazda 6 is VERY nice...

V8falcons · 01-10-2005, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 380

That Mazda looks nice!

Having said that, Liberty's are overrated, I'm glad you at least went for the Mazda 6.

Liberty is over rated compared to what???????????????? have you driven the range.
I hope your nnot comparing it to a "380" on looks alone its a no brainer has anyone driven one ,oh and there front wheel drive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Say no more........................

Psycho Chicken · 01-10-2005, 10:57 AM

I'd take a Liberty over an unreleased car any day of the week!

Paxton · 01-10-2005, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by vctxr6ute

Liberty is over rated compared to what???????????????? have you driven the range.
I hope your nnot comparing it to a "380" on looks alone its a no brainer has anyone driven one ,oh and there front wheel drive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Say no more........................

So is the Mazda mate.

380, I am waiting 6 weeks because it is a build to car. They have two in Australia in that colour, however one is a Manual, and the other is sold. I am happy to wait, because the car is what we want. I am going to drive a 380, however not to buy, but to appreciate.

-Andrew

chevypower · 01-10-2005, 02:24 PM

If the 380 is Jap, then the Falcon and Commodore must be American.
But if it must be mid size and Jap, then get a Maxima

Paxton · 01-10-2005, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by chevypower

If the 380 is Jap, then the Falcon and Commodore must be American.
But if it must be mid size and Jap, then get a Maxima

If you read my first post, you will see that the 380 was thrown in for good measure. i never said it was a Japanese car, unlike the other three. I am not a fan of the Maxima, and I didn't consider it for a second.

I have bought a Mazda6, and can't be happier with the decision.

-Andrew

chevypower · 02-10-2005, 01:52 AM

Awesome, i have always liked the Mazda 6, never driven one though.

Poetic Justice · 02-10-2005, 11:32 AM

I'd go with a Mazda 6 with luxo pack.

Paxton · 02-10-2005, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by blackout

I'd go with a Mazda 6 with luxo pack.

I did mate, I bought a Mazda6, Sports Luxury Hatch, in Graphite. It has MPS wheels on it, and when I take delivery, I will post some pictures.

-Andrew

Teki04 · 02-10-2005, 09:52 PM

Some people are really slow... his made his decision! A great one at that! I dont think you could have gone wrong with either of the 3 cars..... but its great you went with the Mazda6! I really like the new headlights and rear lights.... and the added bonus of now having a 5sp. The neighbours have had the series 1 Luxury Sports in yellow since it was released.... a great car and i love looking at it everytime i get home.

Great choice! Hope all goes well with it!

Des · 04-10-2005, 03:15 PM

Congrats mate. Sounds like you came to the same conclusion as the wife and I. Happy motoring to you both.
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