Is the Mazda 323F a good used car?
Some say its range of late-Eighties cars were too striking for the market, but the handsome 323Fs certainly deserved far more than the limited success they have enjoyed. The 1989 323F is a classic example of a great car that never realised its potential.
Why is my Mazda 323 hard to start?
Sounds like that is exactly the problem. If the distributor cap cracks, it can allow either moisture to get in or sparks to come out. Both cause problems. If moisture gets in, it will cause the car to be difficult to start until the cap dries. If spark gets out, it will cause the engine to sputter.
When did the Mazda 323 5DR come out?
The new 323 range, introduced in October 1998, included only the five-door variant, in 1.3, 1.5 and 1.8-litre petrol forms, plus a 2.0-litre turbo diesel. These are still quite rare both on the road and on the used market so you’ll probably find the best selection, along with nearly-new and ex-demonstrator examples, at Mazda dealers.
Is the Mazda 323 a 4×4 rally car?
The car was a rally legend in 4×4 form showing how capable the chassis is. With the right mods, done in the right order you can have great fun on the roads and push hard when you go on a track day.
Sounds like that is exactly the problem. If the distributor cap cracks, it can allow either moisture to get in or sparks to come out. Both cause problems. If moisture gets in, it will cause the car to be difficult to start until the cap dries. If spark gets out, it will cause the engine to sputter.
How old is the engine on a Mazda 323?
My Mazda is already 25 years old and the engine has not needed to be repaired, not even once. It responds when you demand it and it has never stalled. It is comfortable and has got a reasonable fuel comsumption. If you take care of it properly, this car won’t let you down.
How much does it cost to replace engine cap on Mazda 323?
If moisture gets in, it will cause the car to be difficult to start until the cap dries. If spark gets out, it will cause the engine to sputter. The cap only costs maybe $20 at your local part store and is very easy to replace. You should also replace the rotor at the same time as the cap.
Why does my Mazda 323 smell like fuel?
A bad contact in this switch was the cause of the problem. When starting the car for the first time in the day, there is a strong raw fuel smell emerging from the exhaust. It is only during some seconds that this can be noticed and it then disappears for the rest of the day.