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carajo · 02-22-2007, 06:41 PM

Hi all -

I'm checking out a used Mazda6, and I was looking for some insight.

My current car:
1999 Mercury Cougar 2.5L V6 mtx built 10/98
Bought new
116,000 miles
Why I am looking at different cars: it's getting old and giving me problems - needs new uim and lim gaskets now, tires in a couple of months, brakes not far down the road...it starts to add up
Why I'm not looking at new cars: my checkbook is empty

The car I'm looking at:
2004 Mazda6 s mtx
I haven't been able to find many used cars around here with manual transmissions that aren't to the age/mileage that mine is
Price: marked down to 13,995 on the lot
55,000 miles
leather
Bose
Listed here

So, what common problems should I be aware of? I haven't gone to test drive it yet, but I test drove a new 06 last year.

Thanks for the help - Cara Jo

mlewis914 · 02-23-2007, 12:22 AM

Well first off Welcome to the club.

I was in you same situation just under a week ago. I had a 00 Blazer and traded it in on a 04 Sport Wagon. Best damn decision I ever made. I couldnt be happier. Granted we havent had a big snowfall yet but I am sure it will be just fine. I say drive it, if you like it, go for it. You wont be sorry.

Koopiskeva · 02-23-2007, 03:19 AM

I traded in a 1999 Mercury Cougar for a 2004 Mazda 6. I have no regrets.

Mz6GreyGhost · 02-23-2007, 08:10 AM

Definitely knock that price down. I wouldn't pay more than $12.5K, without including the trade-in.

Other than that, make sure the clutch is in good shape, and that it's got any and all recalls/software updates.

Good luck.

Tillys 6 · 02-23-2007, 10:38 AM

Def. see if you can get that price down. I bought my 04 6 s MTX with similar features (No bose) for $16,400 with only 13K . This car has 4 x that mileage , which should bring you down to about $12.5 thousand as Ghost said.

Good luck

Stealth01 · 02-23-2007, 10:52 AM

Agreed, you should be able to get that for $12K. Other than that, the 6 is a GREAT car. You'll love it.

fearturtle03 · 02-23-2007, 01:17 PM

give me a PM sometime, I may be looking to sell my 6s soon for a speed6...

2004 6s mtx onyx black about 65k miles...Sport Package, Leather, HID's...see it all in my sig i think. Still has remaining 5 yr/100k mazda warranty left, so your looking at like 1.5 years and 35k on that. Also just got new Hawk Pads and rotors that will put on as soon as they arrive. Not sure how you feel about intake and what not, but still have all the OEM parts and get turn back to that if needed. Edmunds True Market Value thing put it at like 12.5-13k i think. If you wanted it with everything as is and since still has decent amount of total coverage warranty I would be looking to sell at like 13.5-14k range. Its in excellent condition, no scratches, synthetic oil change, washed atleast weekly...

I am not sure what they value warranty's at but they are a nice piece of mind to have and bring atleast some safety net when buying used cars, but if anyone wants to throw out what they think is reasonable for car without part out, and with warranty, please let me know because i am just going off KBB and Edmunds here and they dont do modding and such into price(which i know at a dealer lowers price, but not for someone who wants it :-) )...

carajo · 02-24-2007, 07:21 PM

Well, I test drove the car today and...I pick it up on Wednesday. I KBB'd it, and the results are close to 16K. They wouldn't knock the price down more than a few hundred. (They want it gone by March 1, and I was able to make that possible.)

It's IMMACULATE. 1 owner, in CT, 17" wheels, power driver's seat... I'm excited about the new car, but sad that I have to sell the Cougar now. (It's not worth anything as trade in - I will be happy to get double trade in on my own, I'm asking for more.) The Cougar was my first car, I bought it brand new, so it's just tough to hand over the keys.

Thanks for the welcome!

msumlin · 02-24-2007, 08:49 PM

Can't believe they had the car priced that high. The dealership I do business with in Ohio had a 2004 6s with 36K miles, MTX, bose, moonroof for $14,500....

Welcome to the club, a few 6 club members will be in Lime Rock for the races in the Summer, you should join us

FATBOY · 02-25-2007, 12:18 AM

Great to see you got the 6, I liked the Merc Cougar when it came out and remember HotRod mag having a custom super charged cougar made that pulled some great numbers. You will love your 6 way better epecially an mtx good choice.

02-22-2007, 06:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
carajo Drivers License Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Schenectady, NY Posts: 63 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Hi all - I'm checking out a used Mazda6, and I was looking for some insight. My current car: 1999 Mercury Cougar 2.5L V6 mtx built 10/98 Bought new 116,000 miles Why I am looking at different cars: it's getting old and giving me problems - needs new uim and lim gaskets now, tires in a couple of months, brakes not far down the road...it starts to add up Why I'm not looking at new cars: my checkbook is empty The car I'm looking at: 2004 Mazda6 s mtx I haven't been able to find many used cars around here with manual transmissions that aren't to the age/mileage that mine is Price: marked down to 13,995 on the lot 55,000 miles leather Bose Listed here So, what common problems should I be aware of? I haven't gone to test drive it yet, but I test drove a new 06 last year. Thanks for the help - Cara Jo __________________ 2004 6s - silver - MTX

02-23-2007, 12:22 AM	#2 (permalink)
mlewis914 Track Racer Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lindenhurst, IL Posts: 695 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Well first off Welcome to the club. I was in you same situation just under a week ago. I had a 00 Blazer and traded it in on a 04 Sport Wagon. Best damn decision I ever made. I couldnt be happier. Granted we havent had a big snowfall yet but I am sure it will be just fine. I say drive it, if you like it, go for it. You wont be sorry. __________________ 2004 S Sport Wagon, Silver, Black leather, Bose 6 disc. http://www.myspace.com/tonsofmike http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2578528

02-23-2007, 08:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
Mz6GreyGhost Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 3,686 Thanks: 4 Thanked 11 Times in 8 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Definitely knock that price down. I wouldn't pay more than $12.5K, without including the trade-in. Other than that, make sure the clutch is in good shape, and that it's got any and all recalls/software updates. Good luck. __________________ “A republican stands up in congress and says 'I GOT A REALLY BAD IDEA!!' and the democrat stands up after him and says 'AND I CAN MAKE IT SHITTIER!!'” - Lewis Black

02-23-2007, 10:38 AM	#5 (permalink)
Tillys 6 Track Racer Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Def. see if you can get that price down. I bought my 04 6 s MTX with similar features (No bose) for $16,400 with only 13K . This car has 4 x that mileage , which should bring you down to about $12.5 thousand as Ghost said. Good luck __________________ 2004 Mazda 6 s - Blazing Copper Metallic, 5 sp, leather, dark tint all around, black NA 06' Tails, Yoko Avid V4s on Stock Rims, Black G2 Calipers, shaved door mouldings, debadge rear, black flying "M" front and rear. My 2004 Copper 6 s

02-23-2007, 10:52 AM	#6 (permalink)
Stealth01 Rally Racer Join Date: May 2005 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 1,918 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Agreed, you should be able to get that for $12K. Other than that, the 6 is a GREAT car. You'll love it. __________________ 06 Mazdaspeed6 GT Black Cherry Mica, Two-Tone Leather Interior, Bose Audio Package, Moonroof General Exclaim UHPs, K&N Air Filter, "O" Series Stubby Antenna, Red LED Dome & Door Lights, Whistler Pro-78 RD Hardwired "Since the dawn of the internet, the world has been fueled primarily by the collective energy of English teachers turning in their graves." -Hyujuki87 (Corrected for grammar and spelling)

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02-23-2007, 03:19 AM	#3 (permalink)
Koopiskeva Learners License Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 44 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	I traded in a 1999 Mercury Cougar for a 2004 Mazda 6. I have no regrets.

02-23-2007, 01:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
fearturtle03 Track Racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 405 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	give me a PM sometime, I may be looking to sell my 6s soon for a speed6... 2004 6s mtx onyx black about 65k miles...Sport Package, Leather, HID's...see it all in my sig i think. Still has remaining 5 yr/100k mazda warranty left, so your looking at like 1.5 years and 35k on that. Also just got new Hawk Pads and rotors that will put on as soon as they arrive. Not sure how you feel about intake and what not, but still have all the OEM parts and get turn back to that if needed. Edmunds True Market Value thing put it at like 12.5-13k i think. If you wanted it with everything as is and since still has decent amount of total coverage warranty I would be looking to sell at like 13.5-14k range. Its in excellent condition, no scratches, synthetic oil change, washed atleast weekly... I am not sure what they value warranty's at but they are a nice piece of mind to have and bring atleast some safety net when buying used cars, but if anyone wants to throw out what they think is reasonable for car without part out, and with warranty, please let me know because i am just going off KBB and Edmunds here and they dont do modding and such into price(which i know at a dealer lowers price, but not for someone who wants it :-) )... __________________ 2004 Onyx Black 6s MTX sports/Bose(no more)/luxury/sunroof package Apexcone Raptor 6000k 35w HID \| de-badged \| all-weather mats \| Red LED interior lights \| 1 RE SE 15'' sub \| Alpine IDA-X100 \| Eclipse and Kenwood Amp \| CDT components \| Tinted brake Lens \| Sharkfin Antenna \| Injen w/ MAFci fix \| DashHawk \| TWM Short Shift Kit Awaiting install: CP-E engine mounts \|

02-24-2007, 07:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
carajo Drivers License Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Schenectady, NY Posts: 63 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Well, I test drove the car today and...I pick it up on Wednesday. I KBB'd it, and the results are close to 16K. They wouldn't knock the price down more than a few hundred. (They want it gone by March 1, and I was able to make that possible.) It's IMMACULATE. 1 owner, in CT, 17" wheels, power driver's seat... I'm excited about the new car, but sad that I have to sell the Cougar now. (It's not worth anything as trade in - I will be happy to get double trade in on my own, I'm asking for more.) The Cougar was my first car, I bought it brand new, so it's just tough to hand over the keys. Thanks for the welcome! __________________ 2004 6s - silver - MTX

02-24-2007, 08:49 PM	#9 (permalink)
msumlin Mazda Guru Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lakewood, OH (Cleveland) Posts: 2,914 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Can't believe they had the car priced that high. The dealership I do business with in Ohio had a 2004 6s with 36K miles, MTX, bose, moonroof for $14,500.... Welcome to the club, a few 6 club members will be in Lime Rock for the races in the Summer, you should join us __________________ 6'S SQUARED-Zoom, freaking, Zoom" 2004 Mazda6 Wagon, Steel Metallic Gray, MTX, fully loaded, bose, leather 2004 Mazda6 Hatch, Blazing Copper, MTX, bose, sunroof 2003 Mazdaspeed Protege, Spicy Orange, w/ all the bells and whistles MIDLAND6 6 OF THE MONTH FOR JULY http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2049982/2

02-25-2007, 12:18 AM	#10 (permalink)
FATBOY Track Racer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Sac Town California Posts: 846 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Great to see you got the 6, I liked the Merc Cougar when it came out and remember HotRod mag having a custom super charged cougar made that pulled some great numbers. You will love your 6 way better epecially an mtx good choice. __________________ PORK IS NOT A VERB.