1978 Mazda 808 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Reliable, cheap running, cute gem"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Faulty alternator, caused many headaches and flat batteries.
Muffler exploded on the way back from auto mechanics who fixed the alternator, arc welded a Camry muffler after removing what was left of the old one.. first time using an arc welder for such a job.
Door light does not work, can't figure that one out!
Slippery clutch.
General comments?
This car is wonderful. Despite its age (20 odd years old) it performs like a trooper, even when my kiwi friend belts the hell out of it.
Great stereo, not the original, but wowee nevertheless.
Starts 1st go on very cold mornings.
Quite a lot of leg room, in fact the most leg room in a car I have ever seen.
Recommended Reviews:
  | This 808 was great |
| It's a little beast |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 0 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Barina |
| Date of Entry | 26th July, 2001 |