The Mazda 3i series is an incredibly enjoyable car to own. It's simple, without all the bells and whistles of a modern day care, but its performance is stunning. Quick off the mark, excellent cornering, and great stopping power are the key features. I've owned this car for almost 3 years now, and I would buy another one tomorrow. I've put almost 100,000 miles on it since I bought it (used at 88k already) without any major mechanical problems. I expect to be able to put another hundred on it before I start having issues.