Here's Why You Should Only Buy These 3 Car Brands
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- 3 Car Brands You Should Buy. Here's Why You Should Only Buy These 3 Car Brands, DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Best car brands. Chevy, GM, Chrysler, Fiat, Honda, Toyota, Subaru, Mazda, Ford, which car brands are the best. Most reliable cars to buy. Best cars to buy. Cars you should buy. Car brands that you should Buy. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 53 years.
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This is the first time I've watched one of your "feature length movies" Scotty, and I'm totally impressed!
The attention to detail in your editing, along with the amount of information you give us, makes your videos absolutely class leading.
You deserve every success with this channel, and I wish you all the very best for its future.
Take care my friend, and stay safe on those whizzy electric bikes you're flying about on!🔋🚴♂️🤣 (& wear a cycling helmet ⛑ 🪖 👌)
Toyota quality started when Dr. Deming came to Toyota to help with quality.
TQMC Total Quality management control.
I discovered the same process on my own and found out 20 years later that he beat me to the punch
I increased my production by 250% over the years as well as the quality of my work.
It's worth looking up TQMC. It can br applied to every aspect of your life.
It's not hard to learn and practice. I went from 70 shop hours commission per week up to 200 hours per week completed shop hours commission work.
And what about Suzuki? I mean for the people that live in Europe like me.
I want ot buy Mazda 3, shuld i buy or not? I live in Sweden
what about hyuandi scott? and kia?
Haven't watched yet but let me guess: Toyota, Honda, Mazda.
I would pick Toyota , Kia, and Hyundai
@@Spearmint22425 tf
I was hoping nissan would be one
You forgot GM.
@@Phasio and Ford
Me:Hey Scotty should I get married?
Scotty: endless Money pits
Scotty: a woman is an endless money pit lol
Lolol
Not only are they money pits, they’re constant maintenance and you loose all your month on the trade-in.
Scotty's probably the right man to ask that question! 😂 Dude's been married for how long now?
Marry a woman named Celica.
Any Scotty fan already knows it's Toyota, Honda, and Mazda without watching the video
That much is certain. Meanwhile Dodge was number two on the J.D. Powers surveys this year. Also, because of air bags and gas pedals, Scotty fails to mention that Toyota had the largest car recall in history. And people were killed by sudden acceleration because of garbage throttle controllers. Remember that? Hardly quality.
Rigth
@@dannysdailys name one Toyota that you've ever seen on the side of the road with hazards on and hood up. I've only seen one disabled Toyota in my whole driving career and it's the one my niece drove and that's because she didn't get any maintenance done on it. I've seen several dodges, almost every time I get on the interstate.
Definitely 😂
Toyota sells the most cars out of any car manufacturer in the world. It makes sense for them to have one of the largest recalls ever because of how many cars they produce and sell.
I work at the Honda plant in Lincon Alabama making the V6 engines that go in the Vans SUVs, Accord's you get the picture. WE have a very strict quality control system and most other car manufactures don't. Another thing is we don't build a new engine type every year or so. Hey if it's not broken don't fix it this also make sure the bugs are all worked out.
I worked for a Tier 1 supplier to 17 US assembly plants, including the Ohio plant that builds Civic's. Honda had the tightest specs but was also one of the best to work with.Presently driving my 3rd CRV.
Makes me feel good about my recent Honda purchase. Thank you for saying that.
I've driven a Mazda for 20+ years and the reliability has been phenomenal. Planning for my fourth one next year.
Are Mazdas still good now?
@@Fried_chicken_burger I'll let you know in ten+ years
Why didn't you tell me? I only got my first one 12 trouble free years ago. I'm trying to talk my wife into a Miata. Great cars
@@elmolewis9123 OK! I will notify you in 10 years! What's your email? or Instagram?
@@Fried_chicken_burger Are you still trolling?
As a loyal Mazda owner with lots of respect for Toyota and Honda, this was a really great watch. Thank you for this Scotty!
I've owned Hondas and Toyotas for 50 years; however, I have lots of respect for Mazda quality.
@@richbrake9910I also have respect for these three car brands. Helping my daughter buy a commuter vehicle for work, and all three of these brands leads the list! 😃👍🏼
Hi do you drive a petrol or diesel
@@joanofarc708 for me, petrol. Here in the US, most cars are petrol, not as many are diesel.
Toyota, Honda and Mazda should be known as the new Big 3. I live in a major city and I noticed that the old big 3 (ford, Gm, dodge ) only make up 1 in 10 of the cars you see on the road. People are getting tired of unreliable vehicles that fall apart and also being told by their mechanic to just buy Japanese and stop wasting money on repairs on domestic junk .
“The big three” I like that
@Jean Toronto Raptors same for my 2012 cx7 275 k 2.5 l still strong but Mazda have poor suspention.
Whats about suzuki
They no longer sell cars in North America anymore, just bikes.
THE MOST RELIABLE AMERICAN VEHICLES.....
FORD COURIOR ------------Powered by Mazda
FORD ESCORT GT----------Powered by Mazda
FORD PROBE GT------------Powered by Mazda
GEO METRO-------------------Powered by Toyota
GEO TRACKER--------------Powered by Suzuki
CHEVY NOVA-----------------Powered by Toyota
DODGE COLT------------------Powered by Toyota
DODGE D50 TRUCK--------Powered by Mitsubishi
FORD TAURUS SHO--------Powered by Yamaha
DODGE STEALTH------------Powered by Mitsubishi
This is just a small list........
I have a 2016 Mazda CX-5 and it still has not had one issue. Literally NOT ONE SINGLE PROBLEM! The best car I’ve ever owned. 80k miles now(I know that’s not a lot). But still, that’s 80k problem free miles. Not bad. Only thing I’ve ever done over the years is keep up on the oil changes and change the brakes. I highly highly recommend
Saying no problems at 80 k doesn't really mean much. Let us know at 150 k
@@ethanhoff7772 my 2018 cx5 GT at 190k miles. runs like new. only oil changes every 5k miles.
Scotty work-from-home does more work than me WFH, he’s twice my age. I need to catch up. In Scotty we trust!
Conclusion: Japanese are really badass engineers
The best.
They actually do sweat the details.
No they are horrible. They used to be great. 2006 Toyota tacoma frame shot, lied to at dealership. 13 recalls. I wouldn't buy one now.
The best isn 't always the nicest. I personaly hate Japanse cars. The looks and interieurs. Would never drive one
Japanese engineers are training from mechanics even you've diploma but juniors won't be rank an officer too quick.
CX-5 outsells the rest of their lineup combined?! Holy crap. No wonder I have one!
Same, it’s just so well balanced and fun to drive
Which year of cx5 do you guys have? And how has it been so far for reliability?
I just bought a Cx-5 carbon turbo yesterday. I can't wait until it arrives.
@@joepearlzz8504 Since early 2017, I've owned both a 2014, and now currently a 2018 CX-5 (since last year), with both being the GX/Sport trim with manual transmission, non-turbo 2.0 L Skyactiv engine.
One of the main reasons I settled on this vehicle was because they are made in Japan.
You cannot get better, more consistent build quality or reliability than this.
It is such a huge factor when you understand the difference between their cultural mindset regarding individual workmanship standards VS the entitled, North American union employee workers' mindset (even if its' from Toyota), and an abused, third world slave laborer's mindset.
Expect excellent reliability, with very little maintenance.
Averaging only 4500 miles, 7000 km a year on my daily commute through steep hilly terrain with the odd road trip, I just need an oil change once a year.
Had to get the 2018 CX-5 when another driver ran a stop sign and my 2014 CX-5 was written off (still drove perfectly fine after the accident).
With the 2014 CX-5, at only 48000 miles (77000 km), I've only ever had to replace the brakes (less than a month before it was written off).
My sister has one and it’s lasted here 8-9 years. I bought a Mazda 3 last year. They just make good vehicles that are high quality.
It’s awesome to see Mazda made the list love their current lineup.
It’s a pity they’ve dropped the manual in everything except the MX-5 and the 3 hatchback; but I test drove a CX-5 automatic and I gotta say Mazda makes a VERY GOOD automatic transmission these days. (I still bought the stick shift, though, because to me Mazda = stick shift)
My sister-in-law just bought a new MX-5, it’s a beautiful car.
Probably the best looking lineup on the market right now. (Mazda)
@@thomas735 I agree, but the higher the trim levels the better the Toyota's def look. I have a 2020 rav4 hybrid and it looks very good imo esp when compared to the 2018 model which looked way more compact economy type. they are moving in a good direction. Like the rav 4 hse i think it is, and the trd model, look really nice. toyota also just released this year in the u.s. the venza, which i think rivals any luxury brands and it shares the same platform and motor as the rav 4. I think Honda is beginning to look more luxury ish as well. both Honda and toyota have higher end brands in their wheel house which they unfortunately save the better interiors and ext looks for.
@@thomas735 Damn genes lol.
Im a whopping 5'9" so i practically have everything custom built to fit me lol. Never realized the pros of being on the low end of average height.
@@thomas735 i like the highlander as well, very good size suv for sure.
Land cruiser if i had 100k to blow on an suv that can last 20 years easy. Thatd be my go to.
Its funny, when u buy a toyota (many other brands too, esp like wranglers and others that always had high resale like the tacoma) right now, the way the market is today, ur driving a vehicle almost for free.
Ur not going to get dealer prices, but u may lose 5k over 2 or 3 years which is absolutely nuts n thats almost regardless of mileage. Its just insane what people are doing today
I had two 90's Proteges with manual transmissions. They were fast, and got a consistent 35 mpg! Both had cylinder head issues shortly after 200,000 miles, but loved how they ran!
My first car was a Mazda RX4 coupe. Since then I've owned 6 more mazdas and currently have two. Fun fact: Consumer Reports has two auto manufacturer best lists. One is overall which includes performance, reliability, and quality.
The second is for reliability. Mazda is listed at #1 over 26 companies in both lists. The amazing thing is that Mazda is among the smallest auto companies with the smallest budget.
Kudos to the best auto company!👍👍
My friend has the rx3 with 200k spent on it hooefully I can do a video on it soon on my channel
I love my 2018 Mazda6 signature. Such a nice looking car. Soul red exterior with white interior. Always get compliments whenever I go out. Before I got it, I was deciding between a Camry, accord and Mazda. I had a 16 accord sport before and as soon as I saw the Mazda I made my decision. I think I’m only going with Mazda’s from now on!
Best decision ever made🤝🏻
And a bummer the Mazda6 is being discontinued
@@chuckfan1 noooooooo. My father in law just got his fusion totaled by a delivery truck and is going to let me pick the replacement since he had full coverage thank goodness. Been leaning towards a 6 since we already have a 2012 mazda 3 and a 2015 cx-9. The fact that they’re discontinuing them makes me want one so much more lol. Fingers crossed I come across the right one, can’t afford a new one.
I feel so good that I bought my Mazda now, even before I knew that it was a reliable vehicle approved by Scotty. Never had a major issue in 13 years, only regular maintenance and normal wear and tear.
I have a friend that's been driving them since high-school, he had a MP3 when those were out, and loves them
fun fact the entry level toyota are really mazda's
Bought a 2012 Mazda 3 Hatch skyactiv w/ manual in 2015 and haven’t had a single issue since. Basic maintenance and we’ve traveled all over the place.
I had a 2014 Mazda 6 and drove it 115,000 miles without a single repair. Gave it to my girlfriend who drove it another year before she traded it in.
@@Corkfish1 She traded it in for a better car, a 2.0L 2016 Honda civic.
Drove a Mazda 3 a couple years after they came out. It was a loaner car from the dealership while doing warranty work. I have to tell you it's very hard not to drive between 55 and 90 and not even feel like you are speeding. I was thinking about buying a used I have seen here locally.
I absolutely LOVE my 2013 Miata NC Club. After spending a year and a half looking at the Porsche Boxster, Toyobaru, Camaro, Lotus Elise, Mustang... basically anything they'd let me drive... the Miata was the pick of the litter. I feel guilty with how little maintenance I need to do to it. Change the fluids, and she roars to life without a hitch. I say that "people don't believe me when I put my turn signal on", meaning the thing rides like it's on rails.
Toyota (Lexus), Honda (Acura), and Mazda
I had a ‘12 scion xb in super white & twice the paint started “falling off” in different spots. Luckily both times Toyota fixed it for free! No other major issues since 👍🏼
Excellent video! Perfect narration and pace and chock full of invaluable information. Thank you!
I've only ever owned Toyota and Honda. Never lost a lot of money or had problems either.
After watching your channel for over a year... And as a hardcore german car fan (in Europe we maintain them and the dealers are great)... Next car will be a Japanese car.... Mazda... Than Honda and Toyota... Will try them all.... Thank you for your work!!
On our 2nd mazda, never thought I would love them so much but they’re the best cars I’ve ever owned. Definitely recommend.
A friend of mine (an aircraft engineer) had an MX5 for years. Then he thought he would buy the same thing in a BMW. For different reasons he was totally disappointed with the BMW and went back to an MX5. He loves it. I have never owned a Mazda but I am now on my second Lexus. The SC300 was a much better car than the current RX330, but with her bad hip the SC300 became impossible for her to get in and out. Shame.
Hey Scotty. Would you consider doing a vid like this for the best cars for owners who do their own repairs and maintenance?? Which makes, models, and years are easiest to work on?
Corolla, Civic, Camry, easy cars to work on, just do your research on the most reliable year and model 👌
Chevy Suburban, Toyota Landcruiser, stuff like that, late 90s, early 2000s
@@XerxezsXI have a 2010 civic with 170,000 miles and never had a thing done to the engine or transmission.
You gave me some good history behind the vehicles. I am a mechanic and always willing to pick up a little info here and there as long as it’s legit like yours. 🙏 thank you.
Thank you Scotty! Happy to find your channel. I have a 2011 Chevy Equinox with 79K miles. Regular oil changes and filter changes thank God. I think it’s time for a new car. Always a Chevy girl but willing to change now cuz I don’t trust their service advisors. They try to find something wrong with the car and there is nothing wrong because I go to a different dealership on my next oil change and they never mention the previous service recommendations. It is very upsetting that the some service departments treat their customers this way. Have a great day everyone!
Learned my lesson with my ‘01 Malibu. Will never drive another Chevy if I can help it. We’re a Mazda family now but Toyotas and Hondas are awesome too. Good luck finding something you love that’ll last forever.
I love my 2007 Mazda 3. Of course I had to get one with a Manual transmission. It's never had a problem other than an electric window motor repair. Other than that my only complaint is that the AC could be a little stronger. Best of all, the zoom-zoom is a real thing. I know this is no race car, or even a sports car, but I test drove a lot of cars in the same category/price range and the Mazda felt the best to drive, especially on curvy mountain roads.
I love when people want to tailgate my CX5 on a straight highway and then take the same off ramp as me. On a 30mph ramp I can DUST them on the curves 😂😂😂 and that’s in a taller car!!
@Bruce Morris ok, boy racer.
Yep. Same here. The g-vectoring makes the CX5 handle surprisingly well at speeds other similar sized vehicles need to slow down for. It's a great feeling when a Ford F150 hugs the inside lane on an on ramp and I just zoom zoom around him on the outside.
You post videos so much I can't possibly keep up! Your great Scotty 👍 😀 👍
thank you!
Crazy impressive research went into this video. Kudos to u!
Those Rav-4s were all over the road in Sacramento when we lived there in 2000-2001.
Living in central Ohio, our family has always been a Honda family. The second car I ever owned was a first generation '76 Accord. It was wonderful. I'm fixing up my sister's '98 Civic sedan that she left sitting for five years. Those are tough little engines!
But I still have my eye on that Subaru Forester Wilderness.
Mazda has come a long way and has really made a name for itself. I own a 2014 Mazda 3 160k and still fun as hell to drive zero issues. I recently bought a 2019 Mazda 3. Great little cars. Not to mention my daily driver is a mint condition indestructible 92 Camry. I agree with Scotty.
Great production Scotty ! Love it
I appreciate Toyota's dependability, but when they focus on aesthetics they rock. I'd love to see a new Celica on the road. After 20 years I wouldn't mind getting a new one.
The Celica was such epic cars in the 80's! Rock solid reliability and stylish and cool as hell too! I miss those days.
Celica was made until 2016 - it was quietly Cloaked/rebadged as
Scion tC
(C for Celica)
@@nextleveljourney6612 The TC looked like a loaf of bread on wheels. It's body had absolutely no curve appeal or character so I would be hesitant to believe it's the aesthetic progeny of the Celica. It may have had the same engine, drive train etc as the Celica (I don't know what the TC's had in them), but then, so did the Corolla and others. I've even bought Yaris parts to replace parts on my Celica, and I recently replaced my oem 1zz engine, with a 1zz from a Corolla. So, if Toyota just mix and matches it's library of parts to build their makes and models as they do (which I've discovered through experience) Then my thinking is that the Celica (at least the GT) is mostly about sporty aesthetics more than being the sum of it's constituent parts. The TC looked like a two door loaf of bread. There was nothing sporty looking about it. Now, the GTS Celica had a 2zz Yamaha engine which was a little better than its 1zz counterpart and that engine was also used in the Lotus Evora. So that Celica was sportier, but even with that, the drive train was largely the same except the GTS had rear brake calipurs and rotors.
Disagree. The only make uglier than Toyota is Benz. The new Camrys look like they came straight out of 1981, with extra chrome, tail light flaring, useless vents in the fenders, etc. It's like they are trying to be tacky.
Added BG MOA for years!
Have never owned anything but Japanese cars, ironically from all three these brands. Needless to say, have had VERY few car related issues my whole life driving. Had my RSX for 7 years, the replaced it with a CX-5 when I had a baby. Running into our 8th year with our CX-5...only "issue" has been a battery dying.
Three great car brands. Since Ford sold their interest in Mazda their transmissions have more longevity. They are fun to drive and I am glad . Mazda are now made completely in Japan. 90% + are Japanese parts. They are much smaller company but are dedicated to doing a great job.
😁😁😁
Many Mazda 3s are assembled in Mexico (such as my 2021 Mazda 3 S sedan).
My CX-30 GS is made in Mexico..
Some Fords and Mazdas shared the same joint effort designed Transmissions. Ford used their PCM to control them nearly flawlessly. Mazda used a troublesome stand alone TCM.
The only difference between the 2 trannys was wire color used inside the transmission, bulkhead connector identification( letters vs numbers) and the control solenoids were lettered in a different order to confuse techs.
Wasn't there a de-link between Mazda and Found On Road Dead. Sounds like the BEST DIVORCE EVER.
I've seen Honda power generators used for charging Tesla vehicles. Well done Honda lol
Lol
Love my CRV! Both me and my gf have 2005 CR-V s and appreciate how useful they are as daily drivers. A ton of cargo space, spacious interior, and suitable for outdoor pursuits with the AWD
Bought my first crv in 2021 after being a chev/buick own whole life. Traded in an equinox to get this one.. I was shocked at two things, amount of road noise coming from CRV , bought new tires at 20k miles which helped somewhat and the sound system.
I may go with a Buick Envision next time
Love your channel. Always informative and definitely so much from your knowledge.
Mazda
Honda
Toyota
That’s all we budget people need. Function over form.
Surpringly my sister's Ford has lasted her over 10 years. A Ford Expedition 2005 only thing the had really get worked on was the transmission. Which got me thinking, a car can last you a long time only you as the owner takes care of the car. Granted some company brands make crappy transmission but not ever transmission they make ends up messing up. I've noticed it only happens when the owner isn't maintaining service on the vehicle and sadly it's mostly young people. Please make sure you do your maintenance in time or as soon as possible, it can prevent accidents and it can prevent you from buying a new motor, transmission or another car
I have to admit. This was a great video. I am a VW Jetta Fan and Suburban fan. I was a great educational experience some things I knew but others I did not. Thank you!
i love your attitude and knowledge you share you are easily one of the best car related youtube creators
Thank you for your entertaining and educational videos Scotty!
Love my 2018 Mazda CX-5... with manual transmission!
(the last year manual transmission option was offered in Canada, though not a fan of the electric e-brake though, frustrates me daily)
My goal is to keep it longer than you have your Celica.
I love cranking on the parking brake to bring out the rear end on icy winter roads. I don't think I could own a car with the electric parking brake.
@@peterwilson8039 My previous 2014 CX-5 with manual transmission had a standard manual parking brake... loved it, would never let it go, but that dream died when another driver ran a stop sign :_(
So onto the next best thing.
Unconditional and limitless of love and good wishes for you, Scotty!
2005 Mazda 3 GS 2.3 , 515000 KM , two alternators , one starter, ac clutch, valve cover gasket and few engine mounts.Driven trough harsh Canadian winters. The best car I have ever owned.
Yes, here I own a 2002 Honda Civic EX and a 2008 Honda Civic EX, 20 years old and 14 years old car respectively and they still take me to the places I need to go. I own them since they were new, very careful with maintenance and I LOVE them.
Only thing I regret about my 2016 Mazda 3 was not getting it in manual. It's Ben the most fun and bulletproof car i have owned in my life
Do the 2016s have manual mode with the auto trans?
In uk i think mazda 3 2023 model even comes with 6 gear manual
My Mazda 3s been in the family since 2013, great car with no problems at 98k miles
Scotty, I echo "Darth Dracula's" statement. I love your new series. Love learning about cars and their history. Great decision.
My wife and I have a Mazda6 and a CX-5. Just the base model in each case (manual for me on the 6 - 2018, the last year, I'm sad). Got great prices on both, and we love them. The CX-5 is surprisingly roomy and comfy if sitting in the back. I love my 6, and I think part of the reason I got such a good price on it was because I took a stick off the lot that they were worried about moving... Both are that gorgeous Mazda red.
Japanese Big 3 used to be Toyota, Nissan, and Honda. Nissan got frenched, so I suppose it's Mazda's time in the sun. So far, they've had a major turnaround the same way Hyundai/Kia have: uninteresting middling cars in the 90's, grown into premium-leaning incredible values that are still excellent driving experiences.
Amazing video. Looking into a car in the next 2 years & will deff take your advice. Been binging on the repair vids too! You're the best Scotty!
I had my 3.1 Malibu for 19 years, and when I let it go, it wasn't for engine or transmission issues! And my Charger is a 07 3.5 SXT with 200 thousand plus miles on her, and she run like a Champ! Got her in 08 with 19,000 miles on the odometer.
Toyota Sienna for me. In 2001 I bought a 1999 Sienna with 38,000 miles on it. It ran like a watch with virtually no maintenance besides regular (3,000 mile) oil changes, inspections, and a few little things until 2019. It had 335,000 miles on it and I got a few bucks for it in a trade-in for a 2013 Sienna, an even better, more comfortable car.
I've owned three mazdas, a 1992 protégé, a 2002 protégé, and now a 2015 mazda6. I've always loved the tight steering, interior design, and the reliability. All three had manual transmissions. I would definitely buy another as long as they keep making manuals.
Their 6 Spd AT is very good. Reliable, smooth, quick and economical.
Basically, these are the 3 brands to avoid
@@Posting-Maharashtra Because they are pricey?
My manual Mazda 323 in the early 90s was the most amazing little car I've ever driven, definitely had that feeling of being one with my machine/horse. Really wish I hadn't sold it.
I dint see any show or opinions on VW ? That be great to get your opinion on Volkswagen and if they fit in this top category?
I wanted to replace my Ford Focus with a Ford Fusion but I recently learned Ford no longer builds cars. Now I am considering either the 6 cylinder Camry or Avalon.
I love your channel Scotty. Some of the little pictures that pop up in the corner really make me laugh too. I have a 91 Mazda B2200 I bought for parts. It had a blown engine. Later I bought a 1984 B2200 that was smashed up. I took the Mazda/Perkins diesel out of it and put it in the 91. Quite a project. Nice that they have a drain plug on the gas tank. I love that little truck. It's slow and noisy and bumpy and smelly but it just makes me happier when I'm driving it than any other vehicle I own for some reason. Cheap to run too. For electronics it has an alternator and a radio and that's it! I've always wondered if anyone else has done that swap. Maybe it's one of a kind. Maybe not. Ford had the 4.135 (4 cyl. 135 cu.in.) Mazda/Perkins in their little Rangers too.
Scotty this was one of the best videos you've made I love the new format of doing educational videos now and again
May need to get a new(er) car soon so I added all these good models to my ongoing list. Thank you as always Scotty!!
On this note I would say Japan is the mother of quality cars.
Like 6 years ago my mom decided to buy a new car and I knew nothing about cars at the time, but I picked out a Mazda CX-5 for her and Im very very happy about that (considering my lack of knowledge at the time) she absolutley loves it, its super robust, and since everyone began copying the design still looks newer than most new cars🤣
Hi Scotty thank you for your informational videos and providing me a way to learn about cars! My next car now because of your videos is Toyota!
When i lived in the UAE i was fortunate to own a mazda 6 although for a short time. What a car it was and nothing compares to the drive feel it gave me. The best brand i owned and im sad i dont own it today.
I have the CX3 for my first car. I was gonna get the CHR but after watching a dozen of comparison videos i think i made the right choice.
any issues so far?
CX-3! It’s very cool!
Fascinating ! Thank you
I have a Tundra, 2003, a 97' CRV, Honda and an 89' K3500 Chevy. All good stuff!
Scotty,I got a Mazda CX-7 best car I EVER owed ,as far as no problems,when it's running you can't even tell,runs so smooth,I wish they didn't stop making them!!! P.S. Just wanted to let you know us women also appreciate everything you do for us,I learned so much from you,I actually worked on my own car cause of you,as in making things clean under hood ,cleaning air intake values, so much more!!❤❤❤❤❤
I had a Mazda GLC in the 70’s. It was a “great little car” for zipping around LA. I think I only paid $3500 new for it. I loved that car. After 8 years with no problems I traded it for a 626 which I loved too. They weren’t race cars but were very economical to drive and reliable.
My brother bought one when he was stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii and 4 years later had it shipped home when he left active duty. In Hawaii cars rust from the top down, in Illinois they rust from the bottom up. That car became a total mess after about 8 years, but this was in the 70's when cars rusted like crazy.
Likewise. Mazda family since the 1980s. Won over by the venerable GLC, and succeeding 323. Tough, ready to rumble cars.
My old man bought a 626 with turbo in '88. That sucker was fast. It was like having an RX7 in a 4 door. The only car at my high school that could take me off the line were the souped up muscle cars and my buddy's Chevy Stepside.
Just follow some simple rules. What brand/model "old" cars are still on the road. What brand cars you usually see on the freeway shoulder belly-up, or waiting to be towed. Go to the junkyard and see which brand/model cars are fairly new but waiting to be scrapped. Talk to a busy mechanic. Etc. Scotty should mention Lexus (Toyota anyway) and Mercedes (some hiccups, but solid motor and tranny).
I was a little surprised with a positive recommendation for the older Prius considering battery fatigue and eventual need for replacement.
Hi Scotty. Keep up the good work!!!
hello and will do, thanks!
If you need to learn about a particular manufacturer quality or you need information for a DIY project on your car SCOTTY has made an informative video on it. You really are appreciated Scotty thank you for sharing your unbiased very concise knowledge.
I love my Mazda, my 9 years old CX5 has no any engine issue. Ride like a dream also so fuel efficient.
You're the man. Hopefully people understand these 3 brands as You.
Well put together video 👍
thank you!
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I love my Honda and I like your description of Honda's.
Have a great day. 🌞
My 2007 Mazda 5 is still kicking. Also bought a CX-30 last year and couldn't be any happier.
Been driving a 2014 mazda 3, engine never broke down. No excessive oil consumption. AC still strong. Just few suspension part replacement.
Have had Hondas since 1978! One Toyota from1980-1987, and want a new MX-5 Miata! (Soft top, and MANUAL TRANSMISSION!)😎
Miata geometry is based heavily on the Lotus Elite. The Miata was fun to autocross. It handled like an Austin Healy Sprite with oversteer. Was never a fan of driving it on the interstate when I realized that the semi’s lug nuts are about the size of the Miata wheels. I felt like I was a rolling speed bump for a semi. 🙈
It was based on the Lotus Elan not the Elite.
Owner of an RX8 R3 model here with some modifications that have brought it up to 300 HrsPrs here going on 200K miles with no rebuild in sight - I love the respect you give these cars Scotty, most mechanics seem to stay away from giving praise to these cars because of the stereotypes built over the years from owners/mechanics who didn't understand these cars - The series 2s in general are very reliable. For both S1 and S2 RX8s though, they're cars that are meant to be loved by their owners, and as such need owners that love them and care for them. The number of RX8s on the market that aren't neglected by their owners seem to keep getting rarer and rarer these days.
Thank you man! a week ago i received my new mazda 3 and i am so happy....so, i believe i made the right choice!
I agree. Mazda’s are good from my experience. I have a 2010 Mazda3 with 140,000 miles on it, and it is a very reliable and dependable car. It needs some work done to it but it still drives and handles very well.
Can confirm that a 170,000+ mile CX5 still runs great, I love Mazda reliability! 😀
One from Nissan to Mazda last year on a CX-3 that I bought certified pre-owned with 14,000 mi on it and I love it. I will never go back to Nissan
Love my CX-5. I don’t regret trading in my RAV4 for it. RAV4 had loud engine noise in cabin, awful wind noise at highway speeds and inside was a rattle box.
Glad you like the CX-5. Though I have to disagree. I checked out both and went with the RAV4 ('19). Best decision I've ever made. I don't think you can go wrong with either. It just comes down to what you need from the vehicle.
was it the Rav4 hybrid or regular gasoline model?
@@EONEILL1987 regular gasoline
2021 RAV4 Premium
@@kharjai5433 I agree. RAV4 to me is more truckish. The CX-5 is more carish. I like quite rides. And the infotainment is ahead with Mazda. Screen is more crisp but lacking touchscreen.
@@SW-ur3uo how quiet is the overall ride?
I found it relieved that Scotty backed up the Landcruisers for the Australian market. Cheers mate!
Yay! My 2012 Camry made the list. As much as I do love that body style, I was thinking of upgrading, now I know to look for 2019 specifically. Thanks Scotty.
Toyota is the best carmaker............... for the past four decades. Cant wait to see their full effort towards EV's.
The 4runner and tundra get no mention ...................................................................................................... wow
Hi Scotty, I noticed you mentioned the Toyota Camry was reliable 2014 through 17 and again in 19. What happened to their 2018 Camry models??
Transmission and Engine problems galore
@@timetowakeup6302 Worth getting rid of or minor stuff?
The main problem with the 2018 is rough gear shifts. You can probably avoid this if you drive a manual.
New Toyotas are garbage
Thank you again for your work.
I feel like I hit the lottery after watching this video, I currently own 2010 civic, 2009 camry, and 2021 cx 5. Didn't know what I had until I started watching your videos
FANTASTIC video Scotty! Learned alot & understand why Toyota is as GOOD as they are, not 2 be 1st to market BUT 2 be the "BEST IN" the market. 😲
Edsel, DeLorean , and Studebaker
Scotty ! Love my Mazda C X 5 !!! Going to buy another one , even though I don't have to !!! My wife 😍🤗 replaced her 2006 Honda with a Mazda 3 , Loves it, and she said she found her new brand !!!
these vids are awesome scotty! love them
Mazda is a hidden gem 😉
The mazda rotary engines fail in a huge way quite often. The amount of oil they consume is also not ideal.
Having owned three Gen 2 RX-7’s, yeah you very quickly learn what an “apex seal” is 😂 extremely high maintenance but god what a fun little car
Just bought a 19 Mazda 3 hatchback premium with a manual transmission. I'm loving it so far.