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Kurt,
I rented a "3" for business. Used it for a week in the NY hills, and I thought it would make a good car for Heather..not for me. It was fairly well built when compared to the US cars in the same catagory. The one I rented had a manu-stick. It was only useful in the mountains. The auto was programmed pretty well, and when I wanted to play I felt it had enough power for the catagory and cash.
The hatch makes it useful for large packages, but I felt it was too small for me. And the ergonomics didn't fit my 5'-11" frame very well. Someone smaller might find it comfortable.
Overall the "3" is a nice car and a good bang for the prices you will be able to haggle them down to.
The "6" is big and roomy, but not big on the road! KTL and I took his "6" Sport Wagon to Jerry's Shop, and it was a very nice comfortable ride. Fit and finish is also very nice, inside and outside of the car. The ride was very nice. For a wagon, I thought it was pretty cool. It had enough room to carry a family or 4X8 sheets of plywood! Not that you fancy city lawyers need plywood or anything, but the space is there if you need it.
I think Kevin (KTL) got a killer deal on his "6." And I here the service has been great at the Mazda dealership he visits. I think he got a 2004 model at close out pricing.....check with him for owner feedback on the "6."
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