Ever since I knew I'd be getting my 2002 Protege5 a month ago, i've been snooping around this wonderful site reading on all the great posts you all proud owners left. Finally i got my P5 yesterday with 25000 miles. it came fully loaded , with all options. I've owned 99 corolla, 00 Accord and 02 Camry... those cars have been supreme for me, in terms of reliability. So hopefully my little P5 will hold up as I hate pitching out money to dealerships.... my reaction when i drove this car is that the steering is really really firm compared to the above cars. I hope this is a good thing. yeah this car turns really well! just wanted to share this with all of you.