I just wanted to share w/you all that I had a 626 hatchback with 272,000 miles before selling it - it had all origninal parts until 172,000 when I had to get an alternator. Other than that it was a wonderful car - just bought a Mazda3 in December and it seems to be an excellent vehicle as well. Peppy, looks great, fit and finish are terrific - long live the Mazda's!

I just got a 626 89' LX for free about 6 months ago, it had 201,000 miles on it and all the original parts (to my knownelgde) and it is an awesome car even now. smooth ride and strong car, I like it.