1994 Mazda MX3 GS review from North America
"A performance compact that has held it's own over the years"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The head gasket has had to be replaced twice due to oil leakage and plug fowling.
O.E.M. plug leads replaced with aftermaket leads due to mis-firing.
Front coil-springs both broke, but were replaced under a recall.
Driver door-seal replaced at 70,000 km.
Rear pads and rotors replaced 3 times. (Driven hard). Front pads and rotors replaced twice.
General comments?
A very quick car that is quite easy to throw into corners.
A rear suspension that really works.
Quicker turn-in with 60 series tires.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 167000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 25th May, 2003 |