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I want to import a Mazda 323 Glassback from the Netherlands. It is a 1995 Hatchback 323 1.5i LX and has only done approx. 45,000km. I know I need to change the front lights and the speedometer but I am not sure if I can buy these items because this type of Mazda hasn't been sold in Britain I think. Do you know if I can use frontlights and speedometer of another type of Mazda? Or was this 'glassback' Mazda 323 sold in Britain?

Asked on 9 May 2009 by

Answered by Honest John

It was definitely sold in RHD Malaysia and in RHD Japan where it was built, so the lights must be available. A Google search will find a supplier. The speedo will be standard 323, so replaceable from a scrap 323.

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