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FC · 08-07-2004, 03:32 PM

The Mazda and Subaru dealers were right next to each other on my way back from buying DOT3 brake fluid to do my brother's Altima. I was ina hurry so I had no time to ask for a test drive.

Anyway, the Outback's interior (LL Bean) is AMAZING. Excellent fit and finish. The steering wheel was nice and small. I could do without the wood, but whatever. Weird to see a wagon with frameless doors. A lot more room in the back seat vs my 330i when the front seat was adjusted to me. Cargo area is not huge but easily bigger than the C-class, 325iT, and A4 avants. The Outback looks and feels as expensive as the Germans too.

The Mazdaspeed Miata was great. The dealership had 6 outside. Three red, three silver/gray. The interior was great. Nice and snug, it fit like a glove. Good quality materials and finish. The car looks good too. I could see myself in one. I think if I can't swing a used C6 or Elise the Mazdaspeed could an option. Of curse, I need to drive all three. :roll:

08-07-2004, 03:32 PM	#1
FC Solving problems Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: M5 / 718 GTS / Cooper S / GTI / LR4 Location: Metro Boston Posts: 25,280	DROVE a Mazdaspeed MX-5 and a new Outback The Mazda and Subaru dealers were right next to each other on my way back from buying DOT3 brake fluid to do my brother's Altima. I was ina hurry so I had no time to ask for a test drive. Anyway, the Outback's interior (LL Bean) is AMAZING. Excellent fit and finish. The steering wheel was nice and small. I could do without the wood, but whatever. Weird to see a wagon with frameless doors. A lot more room in the back seat vs my 330i when the front seat was adjusted to me. Cargo area is not huge but easily bigger than the C-class, 325iT, and A4 avants. The Outback looks and feels as expensive as the Germans too. The Mazdaspeed Miata was great. The dealership had 6 outside. Three red, three silver/gray. The interior was great. Nice and snug, it fit like a glove. Good quality materials and finish. The car looks good too. I could see myself in one. I think if I can't swing a used C6 or Elise the Mazdaspeed could an option. Of curse, I need to drive all three. :roll: