The Mazda RX-3 is one of Japan’s most charismatic classics, a compact coupe, sedan and wagon range that helped cement Mazda’s rotary legend in the 1970s. Sold in Australia as the RX-3 and based on the Savanna, it combined light weight, tidy handling and a free-revving 10A or 12A rotary engine, giving it performance that embarrassed many larger six-cylinder cars of the era. Its clean styling, distinctive grille, flared guards on some models and high-revving soundtrack made it a favourite with enthusiasts, while its simple mechanical layout means there is still strong demand for quality service parts, ignition components, braking upgrades, suspension bushes, filters, fluids and period-correct accessories.

The RX-3 also has serious motorsport credibility. In Japan, the Savanna RX-3 famously challenged Nissan’s Skyline GT-R dominance, helping establish the rotary engine as a genuine racing force. In Australia and New Zealand, it became a street machine and club racing icon, particularly among fans of lightweight rear-wheel-drive cars. Today, surviving examples are highly sought after, with original coupes and well-built rotary-powered customs attracting passionate followings. At Automotive Superstore, owners and restorers can find parts and accessories to help maintain, improve or personalise an RX-3, from everyday consumables to performance-focused upgrades that suit the car’s lively character.