I traded my 3 for a classic tbird about three years ago, and didn't come back to this forum until today.
I have decided I want another 2006 hatchback.
I have been looking for about two weeks , but have not seen anything that I consider a fair price for the cars that are being advertised.
Could be I am a bit picky, as I want a grand touring, and only want it winning blue, which was the color of my previous hatchback, though I would also consider black.
It seems almost every hatchback I see is some shade of grey.
That color just doesn't do anything for me.
Travel to see one is not a problem, as long as it is in the western part of the country.(especially southern California)
Sure could use some help finding one.
I think I could get on to craigslist blind folded I have been there so often in my search.
Any way, it is good to be back.

Bob.

 

This is one big reason why I almost always buy new; I simply have no time or even desire to become engaged with "the thrill of the hunt." I like to keep things quick and easy, I look at the option list and order the car exactly as I want it.

 

Yeah, but when we are talking Mazda 3, new is not all that exciting to me.
Compared to the 04-06 models, the style of the newer Mazdas are not that appealing.
Sure, the interiors of these 2010 too present are great, but the exterior (especially the front) is almost comical.
Some where there is an 06 that I will finally settle on.
Bob.