Is this asking price fair and is the mileage too high?

That’s a really high mileage.

Del said:
That’s a really high mileage.

We have three Mazdas with over 200K miles, including a CX-5 at 260K, and they rarely visit the shop.

If you keep up with maintenance and garage them, a Mazda can last a long time.

You might want to avoid that car.

Phoenix said:
You might want to avoid that car.

Is it mainly because of the high mileage?

Blair said:

Phoenix said:
You might want to avoid that car.

Is it mainly because of the high mileage?

You might need an engine and transmission swap soon.

I recommend checking with a dealership to see if they can run a VIN inquiry for you. They can tell you if any major parts like the engine or transmission have been replaced and what the service history looks like. I’ve seen this model come into my dealership with 250K miles and still be in good shape.

I have a 2015 model just like this one, and it’s over 200K miles.

The only issue we faced was some minor software updates for a chirpy tire pressure monitor. Other than that, it’s been solid.

I’ve been using Michelin ATS Sport tires and change the oil every 3-4K miles.

I just handed it down to one of my kids; we have 13 Mazdas in the family.

The price seems too high for a car with 230K miles. About $2500 or maybe $100-200 more would be a fairer price.

I had a 2016 model where I put 90K miles on it. Other than fluids, tires, and brake pads, it never needed anything. If it has been well taken care of and the transmission fluid was changed every 70K miles, it should be reliable. But considering they want $5K for something with over 200K miles, that seems unreasonable. You’ll likely face sensor failures, vacuum leaks, and suspension bushings needing replacement, making it a money pit.

Run! Get away from that vehicle! It will drain your wallet!

No way.

I would pass on this one.

As reliable as they are, with that mileage, I wouldn’t pay more than $1500 for it.

If it were under $3K and you’re not expecting reliability, it might be okay.

That’s about how long my wife’s lasted before the transmission failed.

It really depends on what maintenance and repairs have been done.

Unless there are lots of records, I’d look for something older with lower mileage.

I’m at 200K on my 2015 and it’s been affordable and reliable. But I wouldn’t expect it to stay that way for another 50K. I won’t be upset about paying for a new clutch on a car that’s been paid off for five years, but if I just dropped $5K on it, that would change things.

Even if the engine fails tomorrow, $5K might be acceptable if everything else checks out.

Absolutely not worth that price. When I got my Mazda 6, it only had 24,000 miles on it.