The CX-7 Owner's Thread

[gavingo2000]

2k for me now and no issues whatsoever. This is still the preferred car for me to drive over my other car, a Monty.

Hello there. Can you describe the difference? We are actually choosing between the 2 Montero and CX7. Thanks.

[boybi]

Montero:
Diesel
7 seater
higher ground clearance

CX7
Gas
5 seater
Faster acceleration
Lots of airbags and with traction control

If for family car, get the montero.

[angst_draven2]

Congratulations! Looking forward to getting a kit too when it comes in.

I went to mazda alabang a while ago and yes, they now offer the ipod kit with no issues on warranty. if my memory serves me right, they have 2 units available * 30k each inclusive of installation.

does anyone here ever tried to replace their HU with that of Mazda OEM or china made LCD/DVD/GPS/bluetooth offered on ebay? I've seen one CX7 in alabang with LCD installed but i prefer those specifically fitted for our CX7 so as we can still utilize the MID and steering controls.

[tsakmd]

hi i just made reservation for a white cx7, (this october daw darating yun unit) few questions( i forgot to ask my SA),
1.) does it have undercoating and rustproofing already,
2.) and what color tint do you recommend para pantay yun color ng front and rear window( kasi tinted glass (medium dark) na yun rear window at rear windshield), gusto ko sana pantay na dark, although clear tint papalagay ko sa harapan..
3.) and what brand of tint do you recommend? 3M, V-kool, Rike Kool? Huper optik? (and where to get huper optik?)
Thanks!

[111prez]

Montero:
Diesel
7 seater
higher ground clearance

CX7
Gas
5 seater
Faster acceleration
Lots of airbags and with traction control

If for family car, get the montero.

hmmm, with the problems/issues i have been reading about the montero, i am not sure i would like it as my family car. might as well consider another more reliable 7 seater

i had a choice between getting the 7 and the montero (i was reserved for both and ready for delivery on the same day) and i am glad i opted for the 7

it has been a trouble free ride since day 1

and i am sure it will continue. there is just something about these CBU japan units that never fails to impress me

[nephilim]

Hello there. Can you describe the difference? We are actually choosing between the 2 Montero and CX7. Thanks.

So sorry for the late reply. I haven't been logging on of late due to too much work.

If I were to drive, I choose the CX7 because it really is a "driver's car." It's just much more fun. Interiors are also far superior as well as the ride.

On the plus side of the Montero, more spacious (third row seating, but really just for kids to be honest), cooler aircon (CX7 is fine though, just not as cold if you're pushing the aircon to the limit), and better mileage.

But hey, I did my research before buying both cars and am perfectly happy with them.

Hope this helps.

[tsakmd]

finally got a white cx7!
to macuser- how much did mazda alabang charge for the installation of ipod integration module and harness (planning to get one in US)
to number001 or anyone who got the weathertech floormat (as posted by number001)- how was it? is it highly recommended? not slippery?

thanks!!!

[wizard327]

Hi Fellow CX7 Owners, I just got mine ( Copper Red) 2011 model from Mazda Alabang last Oct. 20, 2010. Great timing since mine just arrived along with 15 units last Oct. 13. Knowing that there is a long waiting list for this model, I asked my wife to reserve one and fortunately, the new batch has arrived. Can't wait to drive my new SUV
Base price is 1,495,000 plus 51,000 to cover 3 years LTO registration and comprehensive insurance ( including acts of god) for a year. Is the additional insurance and registration cost reasonable? Thanks for any input

[111prez]

Hi Fellow CX7 Owners, I just got mine ( Copper Red) 2011 model from Mazda Alabang last Oct. 20, 2010. Great timing since mine just arrived along with 15 units last Oct. 13. Knowing that there is a long waiting list for this model, I asked my wife to reserve one and fortunately, the new batch has arrived. Can't wait to drive my new SUV
Base price is 1,495,000 plus 51,000 to cover 3 years LTO registration and comprehensive insurance ( including acts of god) for a year. Is the additional insurance and registration cost reasonable? Thanks for any input

congrats on your new baby, zoom zoom na

i am beginning to see more 7 owners, but still not that common which is good. two days ago, katabi ko isang silver 7 in makati

as to the cost, it seems a bit high. i remember paying only about P9T for my 3 year LTO registration and about P25T for my 1 year comprehensive insurance (including AOG)

[wizard327]

Thanks 111prez. Yes ,I thought the price was excessive.Actually, it should have been 61,000 daw. Would appreciate letting me know which Company you had your car insured. The salesman told us that we will only get the license plate after a month ( does it take this long)? Thanks again