This 1972 Mazda RX-3 is a Series I coupe powered by a 1.2-liter 12A rotary engine mated to a 4-speed manual transmission. The car was featured on BaT in July 2014 and was acquired approximately three years ago by its current owner. A repaint was completed under previous ownership, and modifications include a Holley carburetor, aftermarket headers, a Racing Beat intake, and Panasport-style wheels. A tune-up and brake refreshment were reportedly performed under current ownership. This RX-3 is offered by the seller on behalf of its current owner with recent records and a clean Texas title.

The body was reportedly repainted under previous ownership, and close-up photos of the finish, lenses, and trim in varied lighting conditions are provided below. The seller notes corrosion in the trunk and engine bay. Aftermarket window tint is peeling in areas, and a rock chip is present in the windshield.

Panasport-style 13” wheels are mounted with Toyo Proxes R888 tires. The front brake calipers were reportedly rebuilt under current ownership, while the rear drums were resurfaced and the parking brake was adjusted.

The driver’s seat shows heavy wear, and seam separation and tears are present on the passenger side. A sheepskin seat cover is included in the sale. The seller notes worn parking brake and shift boots, and both door seals require replacement.

Interior equipment includes a 4-spoke steering wheel, a cassette radio, and a wood shift knob. Aftermarket speaker boxes are positioned on the rear seats but not connected. Just over 66k miles are shown on the 5-digit odometer, approximately 200 of which were added by the current owner.

The 1.2L rotary has been fitted with a Racing Beat intake, Holley carburetor, and aftermarket exhaust headers. A tune-up was performed within the past several years, though the seller reports that the spark plugs are fouled.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. The seller describes squeaking from the front struts. Additional photos of the underbody are provided in the gallery, and a running video can be seen below: