Car financing: 1988 Mazda MX-6
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
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- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 1988 Mazda MX-6 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
What to check when buying the 1988 Mazda MX-6
- NHTSA lists 4 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 16 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts (9), electrical system (2) and power train (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88V022000 | 1988-02-22 | vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal | AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW 0 DEGREE F, FROST MAY ACCUMULATE WITHIN THE THROTTLE BODY UNDER EXTENDED CONSTANT SPEED OPERATION. |
| 87V196000 | 1987-12-29 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings | VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR BRAKE DRUMS TRANSPORTED BY TRAIN MAY EXPERIENCE SEPARATION OF THE BRAKE SHOE FROM THE WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER PISTON. |
| 87V186000 | 1987-12-07 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | FUEL TANK FIXING BAND RETENTION IS NOT SUFFICIENT, ALLOWING THE BAND TO RUB AGAINST THE FUEL TANK BY VEHICLE VIBRATIONS. |
| 87V149000 | 1987-09-17 | vehicle speed control:linkages | FLOOR MAT COULD INTERFERE WITH RELEASE OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL DUE TO IMPROPER SHAPE OF MAT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1988 Mazda MX-6
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1988 Mazda MX-6 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 1988 Mazda MX-6, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
NHTSA has 16 owner complaints on file, mostly about seat belts, electrical system and power train. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
What the specs mean
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Who the MX-6 suits
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Size and space
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk.
A longer test drive
Rent the MX-6 first, and buy only if it fits your life. Drive the MX-6 on your commute before you commit to it. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Year and trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Money matters
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.
Make a request
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
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 1988 Mazda MX-6 from us first.
Ask us about the 1988 Mazda MX-6
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1988 Mazda MX-6 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1988 Mazda MX-6
Does CarmaCars sell the 1988 Mazda MX-6?
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 1988 Mazda MX-6 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 1988 Mazda MX-6 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 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.