Modern Classics

Modern Classics: Mazda MX-6, 1988-1997

June 17, 2009

A J-Spec 2.5-litre V6 producing 200 horsepower was also available for the LS model, improving 0 – 100 km/h times from 7.6 seconds to just 6.2 seconds. Top speed was capped at 230 km/h. All MX-6 models were available with either a four-speed automatic transmission or a five-speed manual.

The special M-edition included such features as all-red tail lights, chrome scuff plates, an in-dash three-disc CD player, gold alloy wheels, gold external badging with “M-edition” embroidered on the floor mats and tan leather seats. This particular edition was only available in three colours – white, black or burgundy.

1988 Mazda MX-6. Click image to enlarge

It has been more than ten years now since the last MX-6 rolled off the production line, yet these vehicles still possess “eyeball” appeal and there exists a cool aura about them. From time to time, one may be spotted with after-market wheels and aero-kit which seem to be the add-ons of choice and definitely further enhance the coolness of these vehicles.

Some things to be on the look-out for if you are in the market to buy is a potential engine knock on pre-1993 models due to carbon build-up in the combustion chamber and a metallic-like tapping noise from the engine (typically associated with higher mileage vehicles) that could be due to slippage between the exhaust camshaft-driven gear and the friction gear.

There are any number of Mazda MX-6s for sale in Canada and south of the border. Typically, unless customized, they can be purchased for under $5,000 in reasonably good condition. If you are in the market for such a vehicle, and find one with around 100K on the odometer, grab it, before it “zoom, zooms” out of the lot or owners driveway!

One of the best on-line sites to research is MX6.com. There is an abundance of information available for both owners and would-be buyers to browse through.

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