Mazda Mazda 3 (2009 - ) - Mazda 3 New Model Introduction

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Wed 13 May 2009 21:27
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - Dude - {P}

Reading the motoring press, they indicated back in January that the new model Mazda 3 was due this Spring, but have seen no fresh updates lately.

As I am interested in purchasing this new model, can anyone advise the date of this new launch??
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Wed 13 May 2009 21:48
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - p2l
I think I read somewhere it was May, but like you I've noticed its been quiet about the launch. I actually got a leaflet today from my local dealer about the new 3 and offering a test drive , so it must have launched or at least be taking orders? Weirdly it says that the offer (o% and a loyalty bonus to existing 3 owners) is only available on cars registered April to June. Sounds like the launch is a bit messed up. There's been few main magazine reviews either other than first drives.
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Wed 13 May 2009 23:52
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - loskie
Launch is due this Monday 18 May
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Thu 14 May 2009 09:17
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - turbo11
As existing Mazda Customers, we received in the post yesterday an invite to test drive the new 3. As the wifes 3 is only two years old, we declined
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Thu 14 May 2009 09:41
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - Dude - {P}

Ioskie - thanks for the info, for you to be so specific with the release date, I can only assume that you work for Mazda.

It still seems odd that so little info is being released to the motoring press, as this is an important model in the Mazda range and preliminary road test reports have been excellent.!!
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Thu 14 May 2009 10:02
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - loskie
No i do not work for Mazda. I recieved a letter from them stating as an existing owner I qualify for 0% finance. This stated the launch date as 18 May.
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Wed 20 May 2009 20:20
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - Dude - {P}
Well the 18th May is now well passed and still not a single word in the motoring press re the new Mazda 3 !!!!

If the 18th was the official launch date, why the veil of total secrecy/silence????
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Wed 20 May 2009 20:43
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - RickyBoy
Why not get yourself 'signed-up' here for future e-mail updates/info:
www.newmazda3.com/en-GB/launch_diary

Perhaps they're delaying the launch until they've gone live with their brand new website?

Remember that call for entries for 'usability developmental test sessions' that appeared on here last month. I contacted the guy and was selected to participate. Spent a fascinating hour in a cutting-edge 'design' environment (momentarily made me miss my previous life, but the moment soon passed) and the rest of the day doing galleries and topping-up my culture content!

Anybody else want anything 'testing' for cash whilst I'm on?...
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Wed 20 May 2009 23:43
Mazda 3 New Model Introduction - loskie
Was getting my MX5 serviced yesterday at Border Cars Mazda in Dumfries. 1 new Mazda 3 in the showroom and 1 demo on the forecourt. If it's in Dumfries it'll be in most places.
Dumfries is NOT the centre of all things automotive retail.
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