"How To Buy A Used Mazda 5 Minivan
At Wholesale Prices!"
The Mazda 5 truly is a "minivan" due to its significantly smaller size. That said, it still accommodates six-passengers and possesses the sporty design and agile handling that Mazda has become known for. Throw in it's attractive cabin, solid build quality, fuel efficient engine, easy parking and affordable pricing, and the Mazda 5 makes a strong case as a used minivan choice.
Used Mazda 5 minivans are available in three models: base Sport, midlevel Touring and top-of-the-line Grand Touring.
The base is already fairly well-equipped with standard features that include full power accessories, anti-lock brakes (ABS), 17 inch alloys wheels, automatic climate control with rear-seat controls, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel and a 6-speaker sound system with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack.
Moving up to the Touring model adds a CD changer, a sunroof and a leather wrapped steering wheel.
The Grand Touring model then adds a leather interior, heated front seats, automatic xenon headlights, automatic wipers and Bluetooth.
Some used Mazda 5 Touring and Grand Touring models can also be found with the optional voice-controlled touchscreen navigation system.
And in terms of safety, all Mazda5 models come standard with stability control, traction control, front seat side airbags and full-length head-protecting side curtain airbags.
Powering all Mazda 5 models is a competent 2.3 liter four-cylinder engine good for 153 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque. It's coupled with a five-speed automatic transmission that is standard on the Touring and Grand Touring. The Sport comes with a five-speed manual while the five-speed automatic is optional.
In terms of history, the Mazda 5 debuted for the 2006 model year. The uplevel Grand Touring model was added for 2007. In 2008, the Mazda 5 got a revised front and rear design, as well as a new center control panel, electroluminescent gauges, an auxiliary audio jack, rear seat air vents and controls and additional flip-down armrests.
In addition, used Mazda 5 models prior to 2008 featured a four-speed automatic rather than the current five-speed automatic with its better gas mileage performance.
And we can suggest two ways to help you save when buying one.
Can we help you when searching for a Mazda 5?
ONE: We're always on the lookout for the nicest used Mazda 5 minivans for sale at the Dealer-Only auctions we attend ... and we can purchase one specifically for you, per your personal specifications.
We can buy any make or model at significant discounts to retail ... and then pass most of these savings to you. Here's where to learn more about our unique, money-saving, and very simple Auto Buying Service.
TWO:
You can go to Public Car Auctions in your own geographic area ... no license required. While this will take some additional time and effort on your part, there are indeed some truly excellent opportunities for those who shop these events.
Here's an article with additional information on locating these auctions and the key issues in using them to your advantage: Finding A Mazda 5 At Local Public Auto Auctions.
Also ...
If you're interested in a "Brand New" Mazda 5: People swear by the interesting method detailed in this article for getting the absolute best price on a new Mazda 5, especially given the current slow economic environment.
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