1971 Mazda 1800 Red 4 Speed Manual Sedan

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1971 Mazda 1800 Red 4 Speed Manual Sedan

$9,990

Odometer 62,353 kms

Body type Sedan

Fuel Leaded Petrol

Transmission 4 Speed Manual

Vehicle Overview

1971 Mazda 1800 STA Sedan.

The 1971 Mazda 1800 is an unusual blend of Italian styling influence and Japanese mechanical engineering. Also known as the Mazda Luce, this four-door sedan carries an elegant body shape associated with Giorgetto Giugiaro’s work during his time with Bertone, giving it a distinctive presence among contemporary classics. Finished in red, it has the proportions and detailing of a period family car while offering the character and individuality expected from an older Mazda.

Its mechanical appeal lies in a 1796cc single-overhead-camshaft inline four-cylinder petrol engine matched to a four-speed manual floor-shift gearbox. Rear-wheel drive and right-hand drive provide a traditional driving layout, while the manual transmission gives the driver a direct connection with the car’s operation. The odometer displays 62,353 kilometres, and the engine bay is described as functional and original.

Much of the car’s interest comes from its period-specific presentation. The original Nippon Seiki speedometer retains its miles display, while the walnut-trimmed dashboard houses the original AM radio and Mazda 1800 badging. Mazda-badged hubcaps, the twin-headlight grille and the bonnet vent remain part of the car’s recognisable design. An Australian-delivered example with an ADR compliance plate, it also retains the Toyo Kogyo factory firewall build plate.

The cabin is configured for five occupants and the body provides four doors, making the Mazda 1800 more practical than many two-door classics. The seats are fitted with aftermarket covers, an honest detail to consider alongside the otherwise period-focused equipment. A Scientific Publications Mazda 1500/1800 workshop manual is included, adding useful reference material for understanding and maintaining the car.

1796cc SOHC inline-four petrol engine
Four-speed manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive and right-hand drive
Four-door sedan body with seating for five
Original AM radio and walnut-trimmed dashboard
Original Mazda-badged hubcaps and Nippon Seiki speedometer
Australian-delivered with ADR compliance plate

Other highlights include Odometer: 62,353 kms; Powertrain: Leaded Petrol; Transmission: 4 Speed Manual; Engine or motor: 1796cc SOHC inline-4 petrol; Doors: 4.