1977 Mazda 323 5 door review from Australia and New Zealand
"Perfect first low cost rally car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I needed a new clutch and a few little things done to it - seal oil leaks, clean carby etc.
However, generally in good condition. The major problems with this version of the 323 is the head gasket dying if the car is not kept cool.
General comments?
This car is an excellent buy, they can be picked up quite cheap.
If a few no cost modifications are made, like chopping the front springs and lifting the bonnet an inch and a half, this car becomes an ideal amauter rally car. A little weak in the horsepower department however.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1977 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 580000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 615000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 5th September, 2000 |