1978 Mazda Cosmo 'Landau'

The second generation CD Cosmo appeared in 1975 and lasted until 1981. It was known as the Cosmo AP (Anti-Pollution) in Japan, and sold internationally as the Mazda RX-5. The CD Cosmo/RX-5 series was positioned as a personal luxury car, with a focus on comfort and high equipment levels rather than outright sportiness. When introduced, it had a fastback bodystyle with three side windows; the one just behind the B-pillar could be wound down. Inspired by the US market, in particular the 1970s era Lincoln Continental, a notchback coupé model called the Landau appeared in early 1977. Called the Cosmo L in Japan, it included an opera window and padded vinyl roof covering. Neither body style found many international buyers; it was, however, an enormous success in Japan where over 55,000 were sold in the first year alone.

The Cosmo was Mazda's largest rotary-powered coupé, based on the LA series Mazda Luce floor pan and mechanics, but slightly more luxurious appointments, including a five-link rear suspension and rear disc brakes. It was available with the rotary 12A and 13B engines, and two four cylinder engines of 1800cc and 2000cc size. Being the most powerful, the 13B received the most attention, however was relatively rare compared to the other variants.

This particular car is fitted with the 13B engine and was subject to a restoration in Japan before being imported to Australia 2021. Your chance to own a very rare rotary Mazda in original configuration and specification.

Specifications
Production: 1975–1981
Wheelbase: 2,510 mm (98.8 in)
Length: 4,475–4,545 mm (176.2–178.9 in)
Width: 1,685 mm (66.3 in)
Height: 1,325 mm (52.2 in)
Curb weight 1,120kg (2,469 lb)
Engine: 1308 cc 13B 2-rotor (CD23)

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