On its introduction the 105bhp Wankel engine was a revelation; it pulled smoothly, the handling was agile and it had good looks. Power was boosted in 1981 to115bhp which Vic Elford increased with the addition of a turbo. The second generation models were introduced in 1986 with changes to the body and the redesigned engine now developed 148bhp. A couple of years later the Mazda Turbo had 200bhp and also the option of a convertible body. The normally aspirated cars ceased in 1989 with the Turbo remaining until 1992.

This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, driver’s impressions, specification and technical data, long-term tests, buying used, racing, special tuning. Models covered include: GS, BAE Turbo, GSL, Kent RX, Elford RX Turbo, GSL SE, DTSS, Turbo, Convertible, GTU, Infini IV. 172 pages, 450 illus. Soft Bound. This is a new book but has slight scuffing to the cover. Price reduced from $69.95. ; Brooklands Gold Portfolio; A4; 172 pages