Although here's the thing. The Protege is being replaced by the Mazda3 very shortly.

I would guess that production on the Mazdaspeed has ended or is ending very soon. They came out with a "2003.5" version with updated fascias, a different wing, gunmetal finish on the wheels and a couple new colors--like 7 months after the 2003 was available. Maybe because they wanted to get some improvements done and knew there wasn't going to be a 2004?

Sales on the Mazdaspeed haven't been that great. So you should probably be able to get a deal on one until the dealers run out of supply.

 

Go with the Mazda. MeFatBooty is right, the sales haven't been stellar, although its a fine car. I just don't think everyone sees how much Mazda has changed in the past 3-5 years. My brother almost bought one a few months back (he's not happy with the Si any more) and got an offer of $19k - which isn't shabby. I don't think there will be a MS3 so soon, so if you're looking for a good sport compact from Mazda I'd act quick.

 

the only mazda i would buy is the rx8 or maybe settle for the 6. and i own a protege h:

 

from what i know the cash back has been going on for a few months now

 

Mazda :thumbup:

 

Protege are fun to drive. I had one for a while, but it really lacked of power and started to fall apart and shack at high speed.

21 grand is a little bit too much IMO.

My most recent purchase was a 98 GS-R w/ leather seats.
It's even more fun to drive than the protege, and sporty.
I got it for 8500 only, and I know it won't let me down.

Look around, there are so much great deals you can have on used cars. But if you really want to get a new car, check www.edmunds.com for the TMV.

 

DO NOT TRADE IN YOUR CAR... you will get soo much more selling it to a fellow enthusiast with the mods you have.. pls dont make that mistake :thumbup:

 

Sell the Honda outright...Don't get screwed on a trade in!!!!

 

thanks for all the input. i've been trying to sell my car for the past month. but it seems that no one is interested. how much should i ask for...here is a list

99 dx coupe
jdm b16 w/lsd
hondata stage 2 ecu
dc 4-2-1 header
ractive short ram intake
tanabe racing medallion cat back exhaust
arospeed coils
dual halo projector headlights
cf altezza tails
led m3 mirrors
5.6 lcd w/dvd
solo short thorw
reverse indiglo gauges
led type r shift knob
corbeau forza

think me selling it for 8000 as is is too high?

i sorta need the money from selling this car for a downpayment for the speed. or i'll prolly part it all out and then trade it in...damn this predicament

 

get nice tails and lights and things may change :chuckles: 8k is a good price :thumbup: