Picking up a new Mazda 5 next week. In reading this and other forums, I gather there are/were some issues to look out for an the 5. Since any small power I have with the dealer will be gone once I buy it - what would you check for, negotiate in or change PRIOR to taking delivery?
Also, what would you change/add/do differently on your purchase (i.e. Free Oil Changes, buy bumper cover, leave off side sill extensions, etc - anything)?
Problem areas to check?
Tires/Alignment - It seems many posts have been related to shaking at certian speeds and terrible OEM tires. What should I look out/test for on the 5?
Rattles/Noises - Are there particular areas of concern here or is this just a personal bugaboo thing? (i.e - window seals, suspension bushing creaks, a/c noises)?
TSB's/Recalls - Should I try to ensure all areas of concern were already taken care of before taking delivery (i.e. - engine mount TSB, recall) What is your advice/experience in this area?
Anything else that you would check for/insist on/add on?
Thanks in advance for your insight. - I realize this bridges both the appearance and problems formus but did not want to post twice.
Also, what would you change/add/do differently on your purchase (i.e. Free Oil Changes, buy bumper cover, leave off side sill extensions, etc - anything)?
Problem areas to check?
Tires/Alignment - It seems many posts have been related to shaking at certian speeds and terrible OEM tires. What should I look out/test for on the 5?
Rattles/Noises - Are there particular areas of concern here or is this just a personal bugaboo thing? (i.e - window seals, suspension bushing creaks, a/c noises)?
TSB's/Recalls - Should I try to ensure all areas of concern were already taken care of before taking delivery (i.e. - engine mount TSB, recall) What is your advice/experience in this area?
Anything else that you would check for/insist on/add on?
Thanks in advance for your insight. - I realize this bridges both the appearance and problems formus but did not want to post twice.
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