1991 Mazda 323 F SE EXEC review from UK and Ireland
"A reliable car that is great to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
CV joint replaced at 90,000 miles.
Front exhaust section 120,000 miles.
Plastic boot lid colour is fading.
Passenger side electric window motor failed (Not replaced, too expensive!).
General comments?
I can honestly say that during the 5 years I have owned this car I have enjoyed every minute of driving it. It is a 'drivers' car, responsive and fairly low to the flow that gives you a great ride.
I currently drive over 400 miles per week and the Mazda has enough power and comfort to take me from A to B without complaint.
It has also been extremely reliable, although when things do go wrong the parts can be very expensive.
If you are considering buying a 323, make sure that it has been regularly serviced (including the timing belt changed) and it will give you many, many miles of trouble free motoring!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 68000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Uno |
| Date of Entry | 8th March, 2003 |