I'm looking at this car in a couple of hours for my daughter. It's in great shape and has low mileage (90k kms or 55k miles). I'm guessing the timing belt has never been changed, and due to the age it would be a priority maintenance item. I have no idea what a timing belt should cost to change now, it's been many years since I've had one changed. The local Mazda dealer quoted $1500 (CAN) including the water pump and tensioner. Does this sound in the ballpark?
I might still buy the car based on its' good condition, but negotiate on the price to help with the timing belt cost. Thanks in advance.
Photo from the ad..
I might still buy the car based on its' good condition, but negotiate on the price to help with the timing belt cost. Thanks in advance.
Photo from the ad..