Does the 2007 Mazda 3 1.6 petrol use a timing chain or cam belt?

Does a 1.6 petrol 2007 Mazda 3 have a timing chain or cam belt?

My air con is not working after being regassed - what could be wrong?

I have a 2006 Mazda 3 and had the air-con regassed a month ago. It worked for a few weeks but then wouldn't blow cold. The regas garage checked and says the gas is fine and the compressor is working, so...

Why is my Mazda 3 jumpy at slow speeds?

I own a Mazda 3 (2008 model) with 120,000 miles on the clock. Over the past few months it has become rather jumpy at low speeds. I remember on my previous car, a Nissan, a stretched timing chain caused...

How reliable is the Mazda 3?

I'm looking to buy a secondhand diesel Mazda 3. Is this a reliable car? If so, which model should I get? I'm considering the Mk1 Mazda 3 1.6D or Mk2 Mazda 2.2D.

Failed dipped headlight connector on Mazda 3

I need a new headlight lamp holder for the 12v 55w dipped headlight lamp. I've been told I can only get it from Mazda themselves. I was wondering if you knew of any other place that would sell this holder?...

2004 Mazda 3 - keep or sell?

My 2004 Mazda 3 1.6 HDI with 121,000 miles has been great apart from the nightmare engine. A new crankshaft sensor, new turbo and associated parts and recently the turbo boost solenoid have all been fitted....

Can you recommend a used car for my aunt and uncle for under £5500?

I am writing on behalf of my aunt and uncle who are looking to buy a used car. They would like something that would be reliable and powerful enough to keep up with modern traffic. They would prefer to...

Buying a medium sized hatchback - which is best for £6000?

I am looking for a small hatchback for my daughter in-law. She lives in London, but wants something with five doors. What would you recommend with a budget of £6000?

Window seal deterioration on a Mazda 3?

My wife's Mazda 3 bought new in March 2007 sheds small black particles down the rear hatchback when washed. Car is garaged at home, not parked in all Scottish weathers, and car is always hand washed at...

My car might be off the road waiting for a part for two months!

Today I was told by the main Mazda dealer that the part required to repair the automatic selector on my Mazda3 TS2, bought new from the same dealer in September 2007, is not available. There isn't one...