2004 Mazda Mazda6

S Sedan

3.0L 2968CC V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Manual

1YVFP80D345N15973

Clear

Gasoline

This is a 5 speed, manual transmission Mazda 6 S. It does start and run, but has some engine problems. The check engine light came on while driving, and it starting to hesitate a little bit when starting off. Long story short the dealer says they believe the engine has jumped time and would need an engine replacement. It's running, but has codes for Camshaft being out of time so it is misfiring on 3 cylinders... As I said, the car does run and can be driven. What you'll notice is that you have to rev it up a second or two longer (or step on it a bit harder) before it accelerates when first starting out. Once you get going it seems fine, but you can definitely feel a difference at low RPMs. The transmission and other mechanicals are fine. The body is in decent shape and is a good looking car. If I had the tools and time, I would just swap out a used engine myself, but I don't have an engine hoist or enough mechanical know how to do an engine swap. Only other issues I'm aware of... The radio digital guage goes in and out at times. Will probably need a new radio unit soon... The ceiling upholstery is starting to slightly droop. Small slash in driver front seat Good car, has good horsepower. I wish I could fix it myself and save it, but I just can't, and don't want to pay $4,000 for a brand new engine. Thanks,