Bought it. Picked up a white Mazda 3 hatchback last wednesday. So far this thing is a blast. Lots of grip, good power, comfortable seats. I really am going to have to watch the speed though. I guess it is the same with any new car, but I find that I'm going a lot faster than I was with a lot less effort from the car. I'm also making an effort to locate ways home that have at least a curve or two. There's 17 inch wheels and 50 series rubber from the factory and the feel from the wheel is tremendous. Lot's of fun. Going to be a nice car to sit in for the next 10 years or so. Lots of new buttons and switches to learn. Feel like I should send John a copy of my owners manual.
