How many people r going to buy the new model ND

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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby smy0003 » Thu Jan 15, 2015 4:36 pm

A lot of people on here are the tinkerer types who either don't have the money or wouldn't want to fiddle with a car whilst under warranty.
Of course this is broadly speaking, if I had the money I'd seriously consider it. It looks like a great car; better looking than the 86 and the 2.0l should be quicker too.

It's probably a good thing if no one on here buy one, after all mazda is trying to bring in a new audience.
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby beavis » Thu Jan 15, 2015 4:38 pm

I'll get the Alfa Romeo.
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Rolley » Thu Jan 15, 2015 4:41 pm

I'll be waiting until I've had a chance to drive it. It looks fantastic but it's the tingle that I'm after.

And (putting on flameproof suit) I also want to side by side it with the EcoBoost Mustang...
I have dríven modern mustangs a couple of times in the states (I'm no Ford tragic but I did complete my trade with them)and I'm excited about it finally having IRS.
Also 4 seats will get it over the line with the family.

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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Rolley » Thu Jan 15, 2015 4:44 pm

Beavis, the alfa on this platform has been scrapped. It's going to be a Fiat now.
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby ManiacLachy » Thu Jan 15, 2015 4:57 pm

I wouldn't be allowed. I can sneak little upgrades on the SE past the gate keeper un-noticed, but a new car might be detected! I think it looks good, but honestly I'm enjoying the path on my SE, won't be much you can do on the ND for a good while I'd think.

I think most of the buyers will not be traditional enthusiasts, though hopefully the car will change them!

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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Dan » Thu Jan 15, 2015 5:04 pm

I'm interested but don't think I can justify the price off the lot especially in the early days when discounts will be hard to get.
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Dre » Thu Jan 15, 2015 5:40 pm

If I didn't just buy an nc I would consider it, I have grown to like it in pictures. On the down side;

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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby kalt » Thu Jan 15, 2015 10:47 pm

If anyone wants a blue ND.... in Malaysia..in auto..

http://www.carlist.my/new-cars/2016151/ ... -2-0l.html
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Regie » Fri Jan 16, 2015 7:33 am

kalt wrote:If anyone wants a blue ND.... in Malaysia..in auto..

http://www.carlist.my/new-cars/2016151/ ... -2-0l.html


thats not the ND, thats just a drawing
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Charlie Brown » Fri Jan 16, 2015 8:29 am

Perfect colour though Reggie 8)
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Regie » Fri Jan 16, 2015 8:36 am

it is a nice colour :D
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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby speed » Fri Jan 16, 2015 8:53 am

It's a no from me. I like what I've seen but just have too many other things to finish, including the house. Maybe in a few years time :)



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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Nevyn72 » Fri Jan 16, 2015 10:23 am

Nice comparison shots of the generations......

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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby emx005 » Fri Jan 16, 2015 10:25 am

That blue is the colour that I hope they release more than any. It might just get me over the line.

I'll be looking in 2016 though hopefully the 2.0 is out by then.

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Re: How many people r going to buy the new model ND

Postby Rob » Fri Jan 16, 2015 11:10 am

Some nice layout in that German article; thanks for sharing.
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