1974 Mazda 929 Sedan - Bright Yellow - 43,549 Miles - 4.9L V8, 5-Speed Manual, RHD
Overview
The Mazda 929 holds a unique place in Japanese automotive history as one of the earliest mass-produced V8 sedans from the Land of the Rising Sun. This 1974 example represents a fascinating chapter in Mazda's engineering ambitions during the early 1970s, when the company dared to challenge conventional wisdom by fitting a compact V-angle eight-cylinder engine into a mid-size family sedan. The 929 was never officially imported to Australia in significant numbers, making any surviving example a genuine curiosity for enthusiasts and collectors seeking something genuinely different from the typical Japanese sedan of the era.
This particular car presents in honest, original condition with approximately 43,549 miles on the odometer. The bright yellow exterior is striking and unmistakable, with the paint holding good gloss across all panels. Minor stone chipping is visible on the bonnet leading edge, consistent with highway use over five decades. The bodywork is straight with no obvious dents or creases, and the chrome trim remains largely intact. The interior shows wear appropriate to the vehicle's age and mileage, with the original cloth upholstery displaying patina rather than damage. The dashboard is complete and original, and the steering wheel shows character from decades of use. All four doors operate smoothly, and the windows function as expected. The engine bay presents as original, with the distinctive V-angle eight-cylinder engine clearly visible beneath the bonnet, accompanied by light surface oxidation on some components that is entirely consistent with age. The spare wheel is present in the boot.
At a guide of approximately AUD $8,000 to $12,000 for a 1974 Japanese classic in this condition, this 929 represents exceptional value for the collector seeking an unusual, left-field purchase with genuine historical significance. Original Japanese V8 sedans of this era are increasingly scarce, and the 929's relative obscurity in the collector market means it remains undervalued compared to more mainstream classics. The manual gearbox and rear-wheel-drive configuration deliver authentic period driving dynamics, whilst the compact V8 engine offers genuine mechanical interest for the enthusiast willing to invest in recommissioning.
Features
* 4.9-litre V-angle eight-cylinder petrol engine (1,759cc)
* Five-speed manual transmission
* Rear-wheel-drive configuration
* Right-hand drive (original Japanese market specification)
* Original bright yellow exterior paint
* Original cloth interior upholstery
* Complete original dashboard and instrument cluster
* Functioning windows and door mechanisms
* Original steering wheel
* Spare wheel present
* Engine number: VB169209
* Chassis number: LA2VS-121083
* Odometer reading: 43,549 miles (not verified as original)
Condition Notes
* Minor stone chipping on bonnet leading edge from highway use
* Light surface oxidation on engine bay components consistent with age
* Interior upholstery shows patina and wear appropriate to 50-year-old vehicle
* Vehicle is unregistered and sold as-is
* No safety certificate or roadworthy inspection available
* No service history or logbooks present
Specifications
Year: 1974
Make: Mazda
Model: 929
Series: One
Body Type: Four-door sedan
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Transmission: Manual, five-speed
Engine: 4.9-litre V-angle eight-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol
Engine Number: VB169209
Chassis Number: LA2VS-121083
Colour: Bright yellow
Odometer: 43,549 miles
Doors: 4
Seats: 5
Steering: Right-hand drive
Price Guide: AUD $8,000 - $12,000
(Key #CC18 Carrara)
Lloyds stock #657682+1
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Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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