Now available for sale is what could easily be described as one of the best Mazda RX3 Coupes in the country. Every aspect of this car is day one original and honestly hard to believe. There is not a single modification on this car. Originally imported to New Zealand from Japan and then here to Australia approximately nine years ago and since being in Australia has only had two very careful owners. A full feature on the RX3 was published in issue 49 of Survivor Car Magazine. Running its original 10A engine with original four speed manual transmission that runs and sounds just like it did the day it rolled off the showroom floor. Shortly after the GSII Series III the model was renamed to the “GT” which then ran the 12A engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Factory fitted with a working 8 track radio, air conditioning, safety flare, original plastics on all door trims, unused genuine Mazda seat covers, snow chains and even the brand-new spare wheel and tyre! Comes with logbook, owner’s manual, sales brochure and other literature and paperwork are included with the car too. This car is a must for any Mazda or classic car collector and is ready to be viewed in our Kogarah facility.
There was just 1585 XY Fairmont Gts built for the South African market during 71-72, which followed on from a handful of the previous generation of XW Fairmont GTs. This was Ford Australia’s export version of the Falcon GT, which had a number of unique features distinguishing it from its Australian counterpart. As opposed to the “Super Roo”, the South African GT is known as the “Super Rhino” There are two reasons the Gt’s were badged Fairmont GT in South Africa; 1. South Africa never had a Falcon at the time, only Fairmont XR and XT. Therefore to keep the model name continuing, when the XW and XY GT’s were sold there, they re-badged them to be a Fairmont GT. 2. South Africa had imported a Canadian Falcon in the late 60’s. They had a bad reputation on reliability and build therefore Ford South Africa made the decision to re-badge them to a Fairmont GT For more information and history on the “Super Rhino” visit website https://www.safairmontgt.com.au/history/
This car was imported from South African in 2004 to Queensland. Then it was sold in 2004 to current owner. The car is presented in Everglade Green with black XY GT Falcon spec trim. Running a 351 4v Cleveland and backed by a 4 speed top loader gearbox and 9 inch diff. There have been a couple of changes to the cars original specifications, such as a toploader replacing the factory auto, Falcon Gt stripes instead of the Super Rhino stripes, XY GT Falcon trim instead of Futura trim. The car is rust free and drives well, perfect for an enthusiast who appreciates the significance of these rare GT’s. Car is available for viewing in our Kogarah facility.
