I was offered new Mazda 3 Touring J series 2014 Automatic Meteor Gray, compliance date 10/14
Tinted windows
Floor mats
Cargo tray
Boot lips
Welcome illumination light
Scuff plates
Rear parking sensor
Umbrella
6 Years warranty
1 Year road side assistance
This all for $27000 drive away including full fuel
Do you think I got a good deal ?
I Checked those cars with $27490
Their compliance date was either Feb or Nov 2013
And it does not come with those accessories I provided up there
Touring model is a waste, get the base SP25 instead. Still has the infotainment system which is all that you really want on the Mazda3, the rest of the tech stuff inside is all gimmickry.
The SP25 gives you the more powerful and much better 2.5l engine too (from the mazda6), well worth sacrificing whatever other bullshit is in the touring model to get it.
SP25 is start from 34k
That sounds like the SP25 GT. The base SP25 is about 28k d/a.
The only reason I'm getting touring is because the leather seat
@nick286: and this is the mentality im recommending you get out of. the 2.5l engine is far more worth your time and money than crappy cheap leather seats. this isn't a Mercedes.
The SP25 will hold its value much better too. high-spec mid-range cars never hold their value well…look at how much a used Fairmont Ghia costs over a base Falcon XT (despite one costing over $20,000 more than the other when new), as a stark example.
You'll land a 6sp manual SP25 with no options (none are necessary - its got sat nav standard and that's all you should need) for $24,000 if you bargain hard. To me, that makes the SP25 a bit of a 'warm-hatch' bargain. Add another $2500 or thereabouts for auto.
@xyron: do you mean $24K driveaway price? Just want to get an idea how low I should offer for a new car, in percentage terms of its standard driveaway price (RRP + dealer delivery cost + stamp duty + on road costs).
@jlqc5899:
nah sorry plus on-roads but in my limited new-car buying experience, if the stock is on the floor in front of you, the only on-road cost you should be paying is stamp duty.
that is for a manual, too, someone above said $28,000 which is probably more likely for an auto SP25.
the new mazda3 is a fantastic car and you're making a good decision, just make sure you get the right engine (the 2.5) :)
I own a 2014 SP25 Astina, the leather is cheap but a lot nicer than the cloth. Infotainment is a big plus, the Nav works well and searching through thousands of songs on a USB stick is pretty easy.
My biggest tip, go for an SP25 the engine is fantastic for this size car. And if you get the hatch, try to negotiate the dealer to install dynamat in the rear hatch and in the doors.
I hate to say it, but on the freeway my old '97 Hyundai excel suppressed the road noise better than this car does. It is the main reason im looking to sell this car now.
is it wind noise? Tyre noise (when you go over expansion joints) or engine noise?
If its tyre noise and you have low profile tyres, try dropping it 2 psi, if it gets better try another 2 psi. Your fuel economy might drop a bit but shouldn't be major.
It's definitely a combination of a few things, the tyres are currently under-inflated but are Dunlop's which seem to be known for their noise. The wind noise is a little frustrating at speed too. If you sit in the car in the rain, it sounds like sitting in a tin shed. The engine noise isn't too bad, but not the nicest noise to come out of a bonnet (or is it bonut now?).
When you close the door its not a nice thud like my previous cars, but a tinny slap noise, the boot has very thin carpet and plastics with no insulation between it and the metal.
They are obviously built to a price and the engine performance and efficiency, comfort of the seats, driving position and technology is where they have focused their efforts.
Maybe if I fill it with dynamat and stick a subwoofer in there it'll make a nice big improvement.
One other thing that can reduce tyre noise is wheel alignment. Rubbers and springs settle over time and it can change to toe. 12-18 months or 20k klms is about right to get it checked, cost is as low as $66
Some cars have a really thick roof lining, like the BMW's. You can use spray sound deadener and additional foam but removing a roof liner to do it can be a pain.
My friends earlier Mazda 3 had a nice thud, maybe they cut costs.
Easiest option is carry some ear plugs for those wet freeway trips
Yes take note of road noise so test drive on coarse surface. I have Mazda 3 2004 first of that model and its terribly noisy. Have to turn radio up and hard to talk normally. Would be wary of any newer models but they may have improved. I agree re seating so what about a nice seat cover yes not leather but would still give some extra comfort. Gd Lck
Hit them up for two umbrellas, then it'll be a good deal.
www.carsales.com.au/new-cars/mazda/3/
$27,490 list price. does not seem fantastic!