11. Mazda RX-3
The Mazda RX-3 marked one of the brand’s earliest attempts to introduce Americans to the wonders of the rotary engine. Lightweight and lively, the RX-3 stood toe-to-toe with popular Datsun and Toyota compacts of the era.
However, the arrival of the RX-7 and the RX-3’s susceptibility to rust and mechanical quirks led to its swift disappearance. Today, surviving RX-3s are treasured by rotary engine enthusiasts and remain a seldom-seen gem.
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