2008.5 Mazdaspeed 3 - LOW miles - Clean - Rare!

2008 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 Description

Hello! Thanks for checking out my 2008.5 Mazdaspeed 3 Grand Touring!
This car has been absolutely wonderful for as long as I've owned it. I'm sad to see her go, but I'm hoping that she'll go to a great home.
The Good:* One owner! Purchased new in mid-2008. Title in hand!* Never smoked in!* All scheduled oil changes performed with full synthetic oil at dealer.* Leather and Alcantara look brand new.* 5% tint on rear passanger and hatchback windows.* Almost new Rain-X wiper blades.* AC has been recently recharged and blows ice cold.* Corksport short-throw adjustable shifter. (OEM shifter included) http://corksport.com/2007-2009-mazdaspeed-3-short-shifter.html* Corksport bypass valve. (OEM bypass valve included) http://corksport.com/corksport-mazdaspeed-mzr-bypass-valve.html* Cobb SF intake system. Will also include a K&N recharge kit. (OEM intake and airbox included) http://www.cobbtuning.com/products/mazdaspeed3-sf-intake-system* Rear tires, (Yokohama ENVigor), have less than 15k miles on them.* Front tires, (Yokohama YK580), have less than 1k miles on them!* Belt tensioner replaced less than 500 miles ago because of a rattling noise.* Battery is two years old.* Bluetooth AUX port receiver, (with USB charger), in center console.* Rear logos debadged.* Rear bumper reflectors have been tinted.* Cabin air filters replaced about 500 miles ago.* Alignment done about 200 miles ago.* Upper and lower timing covers replaced about 500 miles ago at dealer, ($1k job). Fixed a small oil leak that sometimes happens with this year and model.* I'm also going to include the hardwired radar detector and dashcam in the photos! Both turn on with accessory power.
The Bad:* Front brake pads are getting low, and will need replacing in the next 4-6 months.* Intermittent rattle in passenger door that has completely stumped both the dealer and myself! Seems to happen more on cold/wet mornings.
The Ugly:* Pea-sized ding on hood from an rogue golf ball.* Some small, buffable scratches in the clearcoat from everyday use.* Chrome plastic ring on shift knob is pitting, (known issue due to skin oils).* Tiny scrape in tint on rear passenger window. * Scrapes on plastic trim in hatchback and rear passenger corner from hauling heavy/bulky items.* A couple small curb scrapes on rims.
Reviews and Road Tests:Mazdaspeed 3 - Car Gurus Review
Mazdaspeed 3 - Car and Driver Review
Mazdaspeed 3 - Edmunds Review
Mazdaspeed 3 - Cars.com Review
Mazdaspeed 3 - Jalopnik Review
Shipping and Pickup:Local pickup is preferred, but I'll be happy to coordinate with you to have the vehicle shipped at your expense.
The car handles like a dream, pulls hard, and is simply a blast to drive. You won't be disappointed.
Thank you for your time and interest! I look forward to speaking with you soon.
(Disclaimer: Mileage shown is actual mileage on 8/20/2016 at 7:30pm PDT. Mileage may be slightly higher when you take ownership.)