1993 Mazda MX3 Autozam review from Malaysia
"Affordable beauty prior to your Porsche"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Got it used and straightaway changed the timing belt, re-aligned and balanced the wheels.
Wheels bearing needed to be changed, brake pads as well.
Sometimes won't start at 'P'.
Air con when switched on emits a rapid clicking sound when the RPM is low. No complaints about the coolness though.
General comments?
Power and pick-up sluggish at best. Body parts are impossible to find, this car being imported reconditioned from Japan. Only about 5 are running here.
Engine parts are not a problem. Other Mazda and Ford model parts work just fine.
Comfort is compromised due to racing seats and 16" rims. Handles superbly in return.
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  | An affordable fun sports car |
| Relatively quick, but not worth the complication of a V-6 |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 DOHC fuel injection Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 83000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Citroen ZX |
| Date of Entry | 12th September, 2001 |