9th Mar 2017, 02:57
I bought a Mazda 1500SS in 1996 for $1,800 and sold it in 2003 for $7,500. Was in way above average condition. Had to replace the fuel pump and the clutch master cylinder (the latter was probably the last one in Australia). Then had to do an engine rebuild for poor compression just before I sold it and the car was becoming a headache.
Yes, they look great, but they weigh over 1,000kg which is WAY too much for the power. Even when new, they took 20.5 secs for the standing 400m. I have a Mazda 1300 which weighs 200kg less and is far faster and easier to drive. The standard 1500 developed maximum torque at only 2,500 RPM and the SS at 3,000 RPM. Revving them much more than this was useless and it would not comfortably cruise at more than 55mph. The Mazda 1800 was better, but why Mazda replaced the 1500SS with this car is beyond me. An 1800SS would have had the extra "zoom zoom" to match the "SS" badge. The 1500SS looks much nicer than the 1800 with extra external badging and trim and a far nicer interior with tacho and woodrim steering wheel.
If you buy an SS, be prepared for a slow, difficult to drive car that you may NOT be able to get certain parts for. They have a very high centre of gravity so 2 mates got rid of theirs because, they rolled them! (unintentionally) They also stall when cold like most old Mazdas. However they look great, have slim pillars so fantastic rearward visibility like the BMW 2002 and have high levels of standard equipment (lockable and illuminated glovebox and electric aerial). As you can see, I'm a bit of a Mazda nut, so any questions, just ask.
Joel.
15th Jul 2018, 05:19
Couldn’t agree more. People are paying $25,000 these days for standard Capellas and they are easy to find!! The late model Mazda 1500SS are a true collector’s car, on par with the collectibility of unmodified early rotaries, the value of the stock standard 1500SSs just keep going up.
19th Dec 2018, 15:35
I own a Mazda 1500 SS 1969+. Had it since 2003. I paid $2k. They are very like the BMW 2002 1969. Won't surprise me if they fetch the same money one day. :-)
Old cars are hard to part with. Keep them, they can be passed on to your kids, but may need to convert to an electric motor from 2028 onwards. :-)
26th Jul 2019, 07:13
Greetings to all who love Mazda.
Great examples are the 1500 & SS model.
Many years ago, when the 1500 SS was launched, it looked to be a winner.
As years have passed, I can honestly say it's been a hard journey trying to find one, original.
14th Oct 2019, 09:00
1500cc Mazda 66-73 model wagon, manual, needs to be finished and parts restored, engine runs, all trim and interior is there. Trying to find the value of the car.
5th Oct 2020, 01:23
I had a Mazda Capella in 1975 for 6 years.
Then I sold it and bought a Mazda 1500SS (in 1982).
I had this Mazda for 7 years, bought from Port Adelaide...
It was all original, documents and history...
I sold it in 1990, for $3500. I wish I never sold.
They now are asking in 2020 21K-25K Condition 1.
Damn...
15th Jul 2021, 00:09
As we all can see, the prices of classic cars are roaring...
If you happen to own a Mazda 1500 SS in any condition, running or not, don't sell for less than 20k, starting point.
In 2021, a blue Mazda 1500ss sold for 36.5k at auction. Amazing results.
They will be a very expensive Mazda in years. Rare Italian vehicle, with lots going for it.
My prediction is they will go as far as 70k by 2028. I own a Mazda RX8; these also will sky rocket like you can't imagine.
16th Jul 2021, 20:02
Never gonna happen. Rotary engines are horrendously unreliable and will be hard to service long-term for anyone trying to have a collectible RX8. It is also nowhere near as stylish or iconic as the RX7.
26th Nov 2021, 09:06
Classic cars from the 60s and 70s have been the greatest if you own them.
I've seen and was well aware of what was coming...
A huge price hike, and still rising...
Seems it's getting impossible to own one these days.
27th Dec 2022, 05:53
Mazda 1500 SS manual 1969 sedan.
I have never seen one on the roads for greater than 10 years now.
It was overlooked back in the 80s and 90s.
Now entering 2023, these are so rare and becoming a treasure to own.
Standard 1500 Mazdas are very rarely being sold. Currently selling around 12k/22k
The SS, never seen one for sale original from a private owner. Only at auction in intermediate condition. They found a buyer who paid close to 40k. Probably worth 50k by 2 years time. Fig lamps original, rare as hen's teeth.
Only seen a pair for sale back in 2007 on eBay. 12 bidders, eBay sold for $655 Aud. Never ever seen them again for sale...
Enjoy your Mazda /Alfa Romeo, really has history behind it So it's a rare car and a must if you have one to hold the gains.
I also love the Toyota GR Rallye. These will be collectable 100%.
12th Feb 2017, 04:07
The Mazda 1500 SS are extremely rare cars. Particularly the late model 1969-1970 examples with the triple gauge dash.
New from the dealership, these cars were more expensive than a Mazda R100 and far better equipped.
They may not have the same level of fan-boy appreciation when compared to the early RX models, however SS models in original unmolested condition are close to impossible to find. I've been looking for years.
If anyone knows someone willing to sell theirs, please get in contact. Cash waiting.