Detail Info for: Mazda : Protege LX 1997 mazda protege lx sedan 4 door 1.5 l
Transaction Info
Sold On:
06/14/2015
Price:
$ 500.00
Condition:
Mileage:
195000
Location:
Fargo, North Dakota,
Seller Type:
Private Seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1997 Mazda Protege
Submodel Body Type:
LX Sedan
Engine:
1.5L 1489CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Transmission:
Manual
VIN:
JM1BC1412V0123184
Vehicle Title:
Salvage
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
This is an incredibly reliable vehicle. Smoke free. The history report says it has a lot of owners but really it was purchased by my sister from a dealer after having one owner and has remained in our family since. It is technically a salvage but was sold to us with that information not disclosed and we never knew for many years. Never an issue. It does have some miles on it and several aesthetic defects. The hood is bent from a fender bender many years ago but still latches and is completely safe. Lots of minor dings and scratches. As is the case with these types of vehicles, rust is a bit of an issue under the driver side. The windshield is cracked fairly significantly but does not cause an issue in operation. Mechanically, it runs great, ALWAYS starts, maybe isn't as quick as it used to be but still a good car. It doesn't leak oil but does seep out and burn some off and oil has to be added occasionally, not very often though. The one thing I would fix if I were keeping it is the coolant leaks fairly significantly. The trunk weather stripping also leaks and could be replaced. The interior is good, normal wear and tear for a vehicle with it's amount of use. Minor things inside: dome light not working, rear defrost not working, should just need to reconnect the wiring on the window itself I think but I'm not sure. Adjusting the air mode sticks. New tires, struts, and front end work done summer of 2013.