How I came to own my MX-3

[Darth_Luis]

ME -"I don't NEED a luxury car..."<p>MY Father-"Yes you do... your going to college you'll need a nnice car to meet girls...And it's not a luxury it's used.... if it goes over US$1000 we won't bid on it"<p>I'm grateful my father talked me into bidding for the little black car in the Marshall's auction lot.<p>First off, My name is Luis, I'm 20 (21 on April fools day -regular priced BEER! yay) I live in Brooklyn, New York, one of the most expensive states when it comes to insurance for inexperience drivers like myself (we're talkin' $4000)which is why I was resilient to buy a car.<p>Here in New York, if you have two unpaid tickets, the city Marshall can just tow your car until your pay your dues... and the late fee... and the tow truck to get your car out the lot. Sometimes costing up to $600 (I know, it's nasty but <p>I'm glad my father talked me into getting this car even though half my paycheck goes towards the insurance... ahh who cares ZOOM..ZOOM,ZOOM <p>Now to customize it. I CAN'T FIND ANYTHING FOR THIS CAR IN THE STATES. I forgot to mention my car is Canadian "Precidia" is what is says in the back. Some dude must've come to visit a realtive and forgot to put a quarterin the parking meter one too many times. <p>I tried Corksport but they want $600 for a MAZDASPEED Super style rear wing ... MY CAR COSTED $650!!! nonsense ... and second hand parts for this car are damn near impossible to find in NY. I've only seen 13 MX-3s on the road.... can some help me find cheaper alternatives .... thank you

[mitmaks]

hey bro congrats on best buy lol, hope u enjoy it and take care of it. what do u mean u cant find anything for it? theres TONS of performance parts for it, body kits, klze, bpt's. etc...

[zytariuk]

...since the above post didn't really help you, i'll give you some links to various MX-3 'stuff'.<p>Aftermarket spoilers & body kits
http://www.mx-3.com/bodykits/
http://www.onderground-design.com/BODYKITS/MODELS/mazda.html
http://www.jetspeed.com.au
http://www.aerotech.co.nz/<p>Clear Lenes
http://www.corksport.com (This is the ONLY place to get em' for the MX-3)<p>Altezza Tail-lights
http://www.imsa-group.com/Tail_lights2.htm
http://www.pakfeifer.at/
http://www.ebay.com<p>Painting Interior
http://www.barrykclark.com/paintparts.htm<p>Rims/Rubber
http://www.tiretrends.com
http://www.tirerack.com
http://www.discounttire.com<p>Struts/Lowering Springs
http://www.corksport.com/store/index.php3?cat=237748
http://www.mx-3.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=36&t=000001 (ZX2 Struts - Very Popular mod)<p>I could go on, but im tired and need sleep. Later :p .<p>P.S. The MX-3 is not a cheap car to maintain. Parts are fairly expensive, and almost always are never in stock. <p>[ March 26, 2003: Message edited by: zytariuk ]<p>[ March 26, 2003: Message edited by: zytariuk ]</p>

[DJPRO]

Welcome fellow MX'er in NYC. I'm planing a MX-3 Meet this Spring/Summer in the Tri-State area. Yes, as you notice there isn't a lot MX-3's in NYC. That's what makes it even better. If you have any questions you could write me @ djpro24@aol.com <p>later,
dee

[Darth_Luis]

<blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by zytariuk:
...<p>P.S. The MX-3 is not a cheap car to maintain. Parts are fairly expensive, and almost always are never in stock. <p>[ March 26, 2003: Message edited by: zytariuk ]<p>[ March 26, 2003: Message edited by: zytariuk ]<hr></blockquote><p>Yeah... no kidding the mazda dealer wants ~$350 for the key set (cylinders and ignition) and another $300 to install it..... F....UDGE!

[Darth_Luis]

I checked the links ... very helpful thank you very much.... I was wondering tho ... is there some sort of dye that I could use for the fabric on the side panels. I want to dye it grey to match the roof. Also, what IS that ticking sound on my engine..?<p>[ March 27, 2003: Message edited by: Darth_Luis ]</p>

[thebonestockkid]

hey bro, interesting story to say the least lol<p>there a re few different type of fabric sprays you can use, but they tend to fade away after a while, especially if youre in contact with it (ie leg rubbing up against the door panel) there are dyes to, im not sure where to look really tho lol. the ticking sound is a pretty normal sound on mx3s, its nothing to worry about really. i find that if i keep my oil topped off it goes away anyway congrats bro, lates

[Darth_Luis]

I just noticed that my story may lead some ppl to believe that the MX-3 is a Cheap car... I know that a 1994 MX-3 can retail for at least US$5000.<p>What I meant to portray in my story is that I believe I was meant to have this car... I paid almost nothing for it (the double muffler on it is about $600) <p>and to make it official "THE MX-3 IS NOT A CHEAP CAR!!!!!!!"

[Wagner359]

you got lucky some people pay 10 times that price for an mx-3

[neverenuff]

yea I just sold my 92 RS automatic which was blown and the car had 149.000 miles on it for $500. So you got a great deal man. Congrats!!
Oh also ther is a groupbuy going on right now for a 4piece set kit at great price if interested here is the link
http://www.mx-3.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=17&t=002137<p>here is the link for the pics<p>http://www.mx-3.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=17&t=002121<p>[ March 31, 2003: Message edited by: NEVER ENUFF CUSTOMS ]</p>

[markV6]

that ticking noise you got in the engine is a common thing from what I've heard I live in England and have a ticking noise.
If you search past threads many thjiungs have been made possibilities. From loose tappets to cam followers. A good oil change makes it go away for a short time. But if your not good at engine DIY you may want to get a pro mechanic to sort it... They'll be able to sort it for you but it canbe expensive

[2RotorsNaDream]

Dammit, another NYC black V6 MX-3! J/K. Good price. Where in BK you at?

[Darth_Luis]

I work at Domino's Pizza on Coney Island Ave. and 18th AVE.. <p>No, I don't use my car to deliver pizzas... I work inside the store

[Darth_Luis]

Happy Birthday to me!!!!<p>I turn 21 on April fool's day