Car Buying: Is A Used Mazda 2 A Steal?
By Mike Garcia
So, what is it about a Mazda 2?
There are several elements about my previous vehicles. My Toyota MR2’s were all lightweight vehicles with manual transmissions. With the mid-engine setups, they were challenging to drive, especially on damp roads. It simply did not take much for the tail to slide a bit, even after allowing the roads to dry up for a couple of hours.
The Corolla, Police Interceptor, and Legacy GT were the only vehicles with any kind of back seat room. The 2001 Mr2 just has a cubby behind the two seats. Mine came with a luggage rack, which was just enough for a trip to San Francisco and another trip to Las Vegas.
What does this all mean? The Mazda 2 is the only car that combines any kind of practicality with fuel efficiency, light weight, a manual transmission, and a hint of sporting intentions.