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    Its finally gone!

    We took delivery of our Mazda 5 in Aug of 2005. I would have to categorically state that it has been the most dissapointing vehicle I have ever owned. Beginning with the exhaust recall, multiple suspension issues, frozen open doors, the list goes on and on. I had Krown rusproofing applied...
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    FS Winter Tires on rims

    Thanks for all the interest - wheels have been sold.
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    FS 17 Inch Mazda 5 Rim

    One Mazda 5 rim in good condition - rim is true only small blemish which could easily be touched up with Dremmel and paint. $75.00. I am in Sudbury Ontario, can pickup there or I will be travelling to GTA late November, could meet and deliver. Cash if delivered, contact me for pricing if you...
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    FS Winter Tires on rims

    I have 4 Nokian Hakapalita RSI 205/55/16 tires with approx 60% wear left, mounted on Mazda 3 steel rims with Mazda wheel covers. All in good shape, asking $350 Can. I am in Sudbury Ontario - could drop off in GTA in late November. Any other locations other than Sudbury or GTA please contact me...
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    WTB Stock rim

    I have two, in very good shape with the original Toyos. They are off my 2006 Mazda 5 17". Tires have even wear, rotated every 8000 km have about 32000 Km on them. Looking at $100 each will include tire, you pay shipping. BTW I'm in Ontario Canada. PM me and i can send more info with pics.
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    Mazda 5 OEM rims and tires for sale

    Interested Hi there - I'm interested in your wheels - see my PM
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    Looking for 17" wheel + tire

    Thanks for info on shipping. Can you send me a private message regarding price. Perhaps some pictures etc. Thanks
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    Looking for 17" wheel + tire

    See link to picture. I really only need one, can you let me know a price and cost to ship to Canada - Postal code P3L1C2. Thanks http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showpost.php?p=3360989&postcount=47
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    Looking for 17" wheel + tire

    Hey all: Hit a curb really hard after being cut off and need to find a replacement rim 17" Canadian GT model. If anyone has upgraded their rims and is looking to sell the OEM stuff or perhaps has some suggestion on where I could find one please let me know. Tire is toast too so if the tire is...
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    Roof rack

    Roof rack modified One of the problems with the Mazda rack for the 5 is that its just too narrow. I ordered Thule LB50 bars from LLBean (great price to Canada) drilled out the original rivets and installed the longer bars. Used stainless 1/4 inch button head hex bolts which I put right...
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    Leaking Shock?

    Replace both shocks?? Noticed a clunk in driver's rear for past few weeks and finally got a chance to take a look. Drivers rear strut/shock is covered with oil and when the car is on the jack I can recreate the clunk by raising wheel with prybar. Will be speaking with dealer tomorrow, should...
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    Seams on Seats

    Mine came apart on the lower cushion. Also had a squeek in the seat which dealer could not resolve. Seat was replaced from the bolts up. Should be on warranty, would recommend if they repair rather than replace the seat, that the upholstery shop reinforce all the seams when they have the...
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    11mo./ 24K miles...here's my report.

    20 months owned - 35000km - Not Impressed! We have owned our Mazda 5 since Aug 2005, about 20 months - 35000 km. Overall I would rate the vehicle a 4/10. Positive attributes: 1) Looks - very sharp vehicle certainly embodies the Zoom Zoom mantra. 2) Versatility - like the layout with the 6...
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