1984 Mazda 626 GLX review from Finland
"A good highway car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch and pressure plates, release bearing etc.
Various bulbs.
Rear hydraulic brake lines (rusted, and caused the brakes to fail).
General comments?
Underpowered, being only 1.6 litres. A good highway car, once it gets going.
Tendency to understeer.
Large turning radius.
Difficult to start in winter (Helsinki weather).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 196000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 208000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 20th September, 2001 |