Mazdaspeed rocks!
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Protege Newbie
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 5
Mazdaspeed rocks!
Thanks to all out there wil valuable advice, tips, comments etc..
I've been following protegeclub among others while in the market for a nifty little sedan. Let me say this board has been a great source of information and helped me make an informed decision to get this flyer.
Still can't believe the power it produces for a little one.. Great handling and performance. Makes the Civic SI's and Corolla S' look like toy cars..
I've been following protegeclub among others while in the market for a nifty little sedan. Let me say this board has been a great source of information and helped me make an informed decision to get this flyer.
Still can't believe the power it produces for a little one.. Great handling and performance. Makes the Civic SI's and Corolla S' look like toy cars..
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Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 2,339
From: PA
Originally posted by N.E.R.D.
also on another note, a lot of people call the mazda protege MP3 by its proper name, Protege MP3, but there are people who call the protege 5, the MP5, which is not its name, i dont know about you but on the badge of the car, i dont see an M and a P next to the 5. so you shouldnt call it a mazda protege mp5, because you are calling it a mazda protege mazda protege 5, right?
also on another note, a lot of people call the mazda protege MP3 by its proper name, Protege MP3, but there are people who call the protege 5, the MP5, which is not its name, i dont know about you but on the badge of the car, i dont see an M and a P next to the 5. so you shouldnt call it a mazda protege mp5, because you are calling it a mazda protege mazda protege 5, right?
I've seen on a TV report that the make is called Mazda, and the model is called Speed, Protege is just a tacked on word so that ppl know its in the same car family. So in reality its called a Mazda Speed , with a space. not Mazdaspeed, otherwise they would have to register that trade mark, and use that brand name as the make of the car??
zumzum, congrats on the new car, I bet it's a blast. Welcome to the board!
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Joined: Oct 2002
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Mazdaspeed's really the registered brand name of the car.
Check Mazda's website: http://www.mazdausa.com/mazdaspeed_protege/
Notice the little ® next to "Mazdaspeed"..
So, if you're REALLY particular about the naming convention, it really should be Mazda Mazdaspeed Protegé..
I just call mine Honey
Check Mazda's website: http://www.mazdausa.com/mazdaspeed_protege/
Notice the little ® next to "Mazdaspeed"..
So, if you're REALLY particular about the naming convention, it really should be Mazda Mazdaspeed Protegé..
I just call mine Honey
Protege Enthusiast
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 80
From: Northern VA
Congratulations, and ignore the Alien!
Sweet - you have your MPS Protege already (eat that, N.E.R.D.)!
Post reports, your own pictures, experiences etc.
As for NERD, perhaps we should banish him further out - to Uranus, or Pluto! Doesn't matter what wants to call his car - so long as people understand what he's talking about.
Post reports, your own pictures, experiences etc.
As for NERD, perhaps we should banish him further out - to Uranus, or Pluto! Doesn't matter what wants to call his car - so long as people understand what he's talking about.
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Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 563
From: Atlanta, GA
I've seen on a TV report that the make is called Mazda, and the model is called Speed, Protege is just a tacked on word so that ppl know its in the same car family. So in reality its called a Mazda Speed , with a space. not Mazdaspeed, otherwise they would have to register that trade mark, and use that brand name as the make of the car??
Mazdaspeed was originally a separate aftermarket entity until they joined with Mazda. Basically, a Mazdaspeed Protege falls under the same naming convention as a SVT Focus/Contour/Cobra, AMG Mercedes, etc.
Last edited by kcbhiw; Nov 5, 2002 at 03:28 PM.
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Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 163
From: Palm Bay, FL
You know what I love is when people get on here and start spouting garbage like they are so friggin smart, and what they say is law.
N.E.R.D. Have you even been to the Mazda website?
Apparently you have not, because there is a royalty free MazdaSpeed one worder right there on the page!!
N.E.R.D. Have you even been to the Mazda website?
Apparently you have not, because there is a royalty free MazdaSpeed one worder right there on the page!!
Protege Newbie
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 23
From: Toronto
How much does/will the Mazdaspeed Protege cost???
Is it under $30k Canadian?
I'm considering letting my wifey have the P5 and going out and getting one? I don't know the dang price though.
Anyone know?
Is it under $30k Canadian?
I'm considering letting my wifey have the P5 and going out and getting one? I don't know the dang price though.
Anyone know?
Last edited by Tecjo; Nov 5, 2002 at 05:45 PM.
Protege Enthusiast
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 136
From: Newark, DE
Heh, to be really picky, there is no "Mazdaspeed", only "MAZDASPEED". Nowhere on Mazda's site nor in any printed materials (including the window stickers) will you find MAZDASPEED written with a capital "M" and the rest lower case.
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Joined: Jul 2002
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From: Brampton, Ontario, Canada
HAHAHAHAHA...THis is so funny.....HAHAHAHA
damn picky bastards that try to know everyhitng...and then they find out they are wrong...HAHA
we're all PRO owners here (soon N.E.R.D will be saying hey its Mazda Protege not PRO)
why don't we marvel at the wonders of the car...and not the damn name.....as long as they know its a pro its all good....as long as they don't go out calling it a neon or some **** like that
And congrats on teh car ZUMZUM....hope you have fun in it once you get delivery on it
just wait til I'm able to get enuff money to get a twin turbo (damn dunno about motor..but i'm geussing my tranny will die really quickly) hehe...then I'll be the TT Pro
damn picky bastards that try to know everyhitng...and then they find out they are wrong...HAHA
we're all PRO owners here (soon N.E.R.D will be saying hey its Mazda Protege not PRO)
why don't we marvel at the wonders of the car...and not the damn name.....as long as they know its a pro its all good....as long as they don't go out calling it a neon or some **** like that
And congrats on teh car ZUMZUM....hope you have fun in it once you get delivery on it
just wait til I'm able to get enuff money to get a twin turbo (damn dunno about motor..but i'm geussing my tranny will die really quickly) hehe...then I'll be the TT Pro