1989 Mazda 323 GLX review from Netherlands
"Great (second hand) price/quality"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
-The air tube connected to the tank was twisted so every liter that went in tried to gush out again. easy 1,70 euro repair.
-Rear suspension is a bit wobbly and sounds broken, but passed MOT in that state.???
-replaced cracked right rearview mirror.
-corroded electrical contacts.
-sometimes hard to get in 1st gear (especially when cold)
-rear window wiper motor broke.
General comments?
This is a good looking car in it's class.
Compared to my previous car ('88 escort) it's much more luxerious; better seats and adjustment (back seats too!), adjustable steering wheel, adjustable dash lights, interior lights that stay on long enough to find ignition.
The interior finish is good, nice fabric (apart from the fake leather)
Minus is the distinct 80's dashboard and the fact that this model doesn't have an RPM clock.
Other minus is the automatic choke which doesn't seem to work properly.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 carb. Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 204500 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 210200 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 31st January, 2005 |