1990 Mazda 323 GTX review from Australia and New Zealand
"Great handling and performance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator.
Gearbox (previous owner)
General comments?
Excellent performance & handling heaps of torque for a 1800, turbo kicks in early.
Good on petrol.
Really fun to drive on tight twisting roads.
Quite stiff suspension and Awd makes for great handling, ABS brakes.
Gearboxs are quite weak and won't take much abuse. e.g. dropping the clutch, but if you look after them your fine.
This car was a Japanese import.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 DOHC turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 165000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 170000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Isuzu Trooper |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2005 |