2000 Mazda Protege

Sedan

1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

Automatic

JM1BJ2227Y0281399

Clear

Gasoline

I am the second owner of this vehicle. I purchased it from the original owner in 2005 when it had approximately 28,000 miles on it. I've been the sole owner since. My wife has been the primary driver over the past 12+ years and it's been used primarily in the city. Because this vehicle doesn't have all of the modern conveniences (e.g. Bluetooth, etc.), I'm looking to upgrade my wife's car to a newer model. This car has never been smoked in. The previous owner did not smoke, either. Some notes on the condition of this vehicle: Oil changes are up to date (regularly changed every 3K-5K miles --> most recent was at 92861 miles (July 2017))Cruise control worksAir conditioner works and blows coldOne slightly mismatched hubcap (front driver side - see photos)There are no tears or sagging in the headliner (interior ceiling of car)Tires replaced at 75368 miles (April 2012)Air conditioner condenser replaced at 92861 miles (July 2017)Front brake pads and rotors replaced at 89915 miles (January 2016)Rear brake drums replaced at 83895 miles (June 2013)Alternator replaced at 81708 miles (January 2013)Battery replaced at 73786 miles (January 2012)Front/rear struts replaced at 75456 miles (April 2012)AC compressor replaced at 75456 miles (April 2012)Water pump and timing belt replaced at 59052 miles (Oct 2009)Exhaust down pipe replaced at 47154 miles (May 2008) This car comes with two remote entry keys. They both unlock the doors fine - however, when locking the doors, the passenger side (front seat) door lock will sometimes "stick" when using the remote. My wife manually locks the doors to be safe. (Am not sure if this is an issue with the remote lock itself or the door lock needs to be oiled/loosened a bit. Hasn't been that big of a deal so I haven't looked into getting it repaired.) The window wipers work fine; however the window wash function doesn't work. (Hasn't been that big of a deal so I haven't looked into getting it repaired.) There is some rust at the very bottom of the passenger doors (interior side) - see photos. There is a scratch right above the rear left wheel - below the scratch, there is a spot of rust. See photos. There is a small gouge on the steering wheel - I estimate it to be no more than 1/16" deep (very shallow) and about the size of a dime. Does NOT affect the car's performance whatsoever. It's simply a cosmetic issue - see photos. My wife was rear ended by another driver in July 2012. He was traveling at about 5-10 mph while she was stopped at a red light. No frame damage. Repair was done at local body shop, paid for by the driver at fault. Selling "as is." This car comes with no warranty, implied or otherwise. IMPORTANT - read the following carefully before bidding: I require a $200 deposit within 48 hours of the end of this auction.Balance must be paid via cash, cashier's check, or money order within 7 days of the end of auction. Personal check and credit card are not accepted for deposit or balance due.Upon payment in full, I will release title of the vehicle. If you have any questions, ASK BEFORE BIDDING. I can usually respond within 4 hours as long as I receive the message from 9AM-9PM EST. Good luck!