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Design1stCode2nd · 02-10-2009, 11:21 AM

It’s not uncommon for any brand to want to see if the car was maintained properly if they are to cover significant repairs. I’ve had this issue with both domestic and foreign makes. Plenty of instances of Japanese, American and German companies pushing issues under the rug to avoid costly recalls.

How much Ford has ownership of Mazda has nothing to do with it. Ford had a controlling interest (by Japanese law 33%) in the past but Mazda was run by Mazda and not Ford. Think of it more as an alliance of two car manufacturers to allow parts sharing. I.E. Ford Fusion is on the Mazda 6 platform, euro focus, Volvo S40 and Mazda 3 were on the same platform.

A lot of people and I can understand it and would probably do the same have had a lemon or an issue with a car and swear off the brand altogether. When you are spending that kind of money why chance a repeat issue.

02-10-2009, 11:21 AM	#38
Design1stCode2nd Drives: four wheels Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: usa Posts: 585	It’s not uncommon for any brand to want to see if the car was maintained properly if they are to cover significant repairs. I’ve had this issue with both domestic and foreign makes. Plenty of instances of Japanese, American and German companies pushing issues under the rug to avoid costly recalls. How much Ford has ownership of Mazda has nothing to do with it. Ford had a controlling interest (by Japanese law 33%) in the past but Mazda was run by Mazda and not Ford. Think of it more as an alliance of two car manufacturers to allow parts sharing. I.E. Ford Fusion is on the Mazda 6 platform, euro focus, Volvo S40 and Mazda 3 were on the same platform. A lot of people and I can understand it and would probably do the same have had a lemon or an issue with a car and swear off the brand altogether. When you are spending that kind of money why chance a repeat issue. Last edited by Design1stCode2nd; 02-10-2009 at 11:48 AM.