BF (Mk3) Series II 323

More standard features, a new nose, small trim changes, four-speed automatic transmission option and storming 100kW1.6L Turbo and Turbo 4WD SS hatch variants sum up the little Mazda’s midlife makeover.

The luxury Limited models vanished, as did the short-lived 323 wagon by April ’88.

The long running 323 Shades special editions – with free air-conditioning and power steering – started in October ’88.