pslewis

Took one of these out as a possible replacement for the Impreza .... scary or what?

So used to the AWD that the inability to go round bends scared me!

However, that said, it's raw and quite good fun!

Anyone owned one?

richs2891

Was always under the impression that these where awd, but found out that front wheel drive instead.
Still a perfect car to do a bank job in - so anonymous just would not notice it

Richard

scooby1929

iTrader: (1)

Yeh think they are 260 bhp standard!! They raced one against a hawk wrx and it blew it away in a straight line

pslewis

Looks a bit like an Impreza?

http://www.mazda3pic.com/mazda3/car/...3mps-ext-4.jpg

Only this Mazda is in Group K Road Tax ... £235? £200 each and every year cheaper than an Impreza ....

dpb

Tell me these companies dont share the same computer !

Neanderthal

iTrader: (6)

I honestly thought the MPS range were AWD?!

pslewis

I know what you are saying!

I've been looking at loads of new cars and am shocked at how close they all are .... it's like the designers all went to the same design studio for their studies with the same lecturer!

pslewis

Not sure about the Mazda6 version - but the Mazda3 isn't.

Dunk

iTrader: (1)

Pete,
The 6 is AWD with the 3 being front drive only. I had a 6 MPS and sold it end of last year, as a 150 mile commute and a thirst for super unleaded was a little unhealthy. I found it a good car in many respects, discreet, comfy, quick, reliable and practical... a rare combination, but it didn't excel at anything and was a ultimately a little bland to drive. It's a great tool but you'll never lust after it.
As I stated in my ad, it's what Impreza owners get when they grow up (Which I appear to have done before you )

https://www.scoobynet.com/private-fo...y-grow-up.html

HTH

D

pslewis

Hi Dunk

Yes, I see your point.

That's what I am terrified of - buying a bland car and why I'm struggling to change!

I had a Calibra 20 years ago and loved every minute of it - bland it wasn't. Bought a Primera GT after that and it was great for a month then I realised I was being bored witless (it was great at everything, but boring as hell!!), then came the Impreza .... doesn't look much, but boy - does it put a smile on your face every single time you drive it?!

I yearn for mine, new ....... but it doesn't exist

Stryder

They all run a Hadlex system much the the VW system but the rear wheels would only drive if the car was loosing traction. Very underated car though and deceptively quick.

Steve vRS

For the avoidance of doubt. The Mazda 6 MPS was AWD, all models of the 3 MPS are FWD only however the 3's have LSDs.

Steve