After 10 years, and 230,000+ miles, my 1997 Protege' LX died quitely while I was about to start my morning commute last week. That little car has served me well and I,m sorry to see it go, but just last night Ibecame the proud owner of an '06 Mazda6s. Am I caught up in theinitial thirllsof having a practically brand new car? Absolutely! I hope this will serve me as well as that little Pro did.