2008 Mazda Mazda3 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Mazda Mazda3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
What to check when buying the 2008 Mazda Mazda3
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 303 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (117), tires (42) and wheels (33). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V329000 | 2011-06-15 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor | MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDASPEED3 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 7, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 28, 2008. THE GROUND TERMINAL OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THEN OVER TIME THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THE... |
| 10V374000 | 2010-08-12 | steering:electric power assist system | MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2008 Mazda Mazda3: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2008 Mazda Mazda3; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. For anyone shopping for the 2008 Mazda Mazda3, here are the facts that matter.
A buyer's checks
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 303 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering, tires and wheels; have those parts checked. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
The figures, translated
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Size and space
As a car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Mazda3 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. A week with the Mazda3 answers more than any brochure.
Which one to look for
Within the 2008 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Talk to a person
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Mazda Mazda3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Mazda Mazda3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Mazda Mazda3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Mazda Mazda3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Mazda Mazda3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Mazda Mazda3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.