Beschreibung
Bonhams are delighted to offer at our forthcoming Collectors' Motor Car Auction on Saturday 9th September at The Goodwood Revival, Goodwood Motor Circuit, East Sussex, 102 collectors motor cars – plus 200 lots of automobilia and 3 aircraft. The full online catalogue can be viewed at - details above for further images and information on this lot, please follow the link.
1967 MAZDA COSMO 110 S COUPÉ
REGISTRATION NO. NOT UK REGISTERED
CHASSIS NO. L10A10040
* Flagship limited-edition coupé
* One of 343 1st-Series cars produced
* Owned by the former Mazda importer for Sweden since 1988
* Restored in 2002
* Extensive history available
£80, 000 - 120, 000
€88, 000 - 130, 000
One of only 343 1st-Series Cosmos, this example was imported as a used car to Sweden in 1971. According to registration papers (the first issued in 1972) it was first registered on 1st January 1968. A list of its subsequent owners in Sweden is on file, commencing with Wolfgang Hennig of Bonässund in October 1971.
Since 1988, this rare Mazda Cosmo has been owned in Sweden by Olle Olsson Bolagen AB (formerly Olle Olsson Bilimport) the sole importer of Mazda vehicles to Sweden from 1972 to 2004. As the official importer, Olle Olsson Bilimport AB was, among other things, responsible of the training of Mazda workshop personnel, and was the centre of competence regarding technical issues. The company also provided workshop facilities for more complicated repairs when needed. Unless stated otherwise, all repairs to this Cosmo have been carried out by technicians employed by Olle Olsson Bilimport AB.
When purchased in September 1988, the Cosmo had an oil pressure gauge mounted instead of the original clock. An original clock proving unobtainable, a similar one (believed to come from a 1960s MG) was fitted instead. The side indicators too are not original. Only one correct indicator came with car, so in order to have two identical side indicators, two similar-looking FIAT 500 units were used. The original indicator is included in the sale.
The gear lever gaiter was missing, so a new in black leather was found and mounted with a plate.
In August 2000, the body was fully cleaned, corrosion in the floor repaired, and a complete re-spray carried out by Broderna Gustafssons Bil, the Mazda dealer in Stjarnhov (invoice available). Further restoration was undertaken during the second half of 2002 and beginning of 2003. The idea was to display the Cosmo at the Stockholm Car Show in 2003 when the new Mazda RX-8 was presented (though this was later changed).
Works carried out included an engine overhaul, replacing any worn parts, though the rotor housings, rotors, and sliding bearings were in good shape. However, the rotor oil seals were not replaced. The 110A engine has triple seals that are unique (all later Mazda rotary engines use double seals) and they have been out of production for many years. The seals' measurements were within the specified maximum size (but towards the high end of the scale). All other seals were replaced (apex, side, and corner seals) together with all O-rings and gaskets. The engine components and ancillaries were repainted in correct colours.
The fuel system was fully overhauled with new hoses, reconditioned fuel pump, cleaned tank, overhauled carburettor, and adjusted metering pump. Found to be in good shape, the exhaust system was cleaned and repainted in high temperature-resistant paint.
The interior too was in good condition (the seats and black vinyl panels are original). Some damaged carpets were replaced with felt mat with as near as possible similar appearance, while the others were retained. Sealing rubbers to the doors and boot were replaced, while other sealing rubbers (windows, etc) were retained, as new replacements could not be obtained. The cracked dashboard was repaired by a specialist firm, and a new windscreen installed.
The electrical system was inspected and cleaned or repaired as needed (cable connectors, contacts, etc). Some components (relays, sensors, ignition coils, and distributor caps) have been replaced with either original new-old-stock items or similar new ones intended for the early Mazda RX2/ RX3, which shares many such components with the early Cosmo and R100.
The steering and front/ rear suspension received new rubber bushes and gaiters, and all components were cleaned and repainted. The braking system was overhauled with new copper brake lines, new brake hoses, and new rear brake shoes and wheel cylinders. New Dunlop front brake pads were fitted; these were manufactured for the Skoda Rapid (1968-1974) and are the same as used by Mazda. One brake calliper was replaced with a new-old-stock item – the last in Mazda Japan's stock. The brake and clutch master cylinders were overhauled, and a new clutch slave cylinder fitted. The clutch driven and pressure plates were renewed also. New tyres with a late-1960s tread pattern were fitted to the wheels. Bought from Cosmo Owners Club in Japan, reproduction decals were applied to the air filter housing and door shut. More recently, towards the end of 2016, the carburettor's secondary system was reconditioned with new fuel needle valves.
Well cared for by those best qualified to do so, this rare Mazda Cosmo comes with a file containing maintenance/ repair history, ownership history, copies of old registration papers, a workshop manual, and a parts catalogue. A quantity of spark plugs and some other spare parts is included in the sale.
