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I AM considering buying a new Mazda3 Max hatch and wonder what you have heard about it. I will be trading in my own one-woman-owner 1993 Mitsubishi HJ 2.0-litre Galant hatch or selling it privately. It is white and has power windows, auto, air, cruise control, power steering, and central locking. It has done 180,000km and is in very good condition. Sight unseen, what do you think it is worth?

THE editor rates the Mazda3 as the best in its class, but says the VW Golf is a tick behind on value and generally ahead. My experience of the Mazda3 is similar -- a well-built, well-equipped car that performs well. As for your Galant, the trade will value it at about $6000, but you might get $2000 more selling privately.

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