Mazform

A page dedicated to the Mazda enthusiast. Admiring the creative designs and forms over its history,

04/06/2026

Interesting to see the unveiling of the new Ferrari Luce and reflect on another Italian-inspired "Luce" from 60 years ago — the Mazda Luce. Both drew heavily from Italian design influence, yet the outcomes couldn't be more different in their form.

The Mazda Luce of the 1960s, penned by Bertone, brought elegant European styling to a Japanese family car, while the new Ferrari Luce showcases the latest expression of Italian performance and luxury.

Two cars sharing a name and Italian design roots, separated by six decades, yet each a fascinating reflection of its era.

28/05/2026

Lovely late autumn evening with only a few days until the official start of winter. With rain forecast every day this week, it was too nice not to take the little red AZ-1 out for a blast before winter sets in.

And of course… stopping for a few photos was always going to be tempting.

05/05/2026

Not often you come across not just one, but two rare Mazda R360s in any condition.

These two are particularly special—Australian-delivered cars, with only 41 ever making it to our shores in the early 1960s.

The one on the left, “Rose,” is a car I’ve shared before and is believed to be Mazda’s very first passenger car to arrive in Australia back in 1961. Just a quick update—she’s still deep in the process of extensive metalwork, with a lot of fabrication required to bring her body back to its former glory. It’s proven to be a much bigger job than expected.

She currently sits alongside one of the last R360s to arrive here—a 1964 model—which has become an invaluable factory reference point for Rose’s restoration.

There’s still a long road ahead, but we know the end result will be worth it. Here’s a look at some of the recent progress, and a glimpse of what we’re aiming for once she’s complete.

21/04/2026

Beautiful autumn day, blue skies, and the perfect excuse to take the little red AZ1 out for a fun blast.

After a tough few weeks recovering from minor surgery, this was exactly what I needed — a small escape to clear the mind, breathe, reflect, and be grateful.

Sometimes it’s the simple things… an open road, crisp air, and a car that always makes you smile.

Feeling thankful for the recovery, the sunshine, and the chance to enjoy days like this.

05/03/2026

This past weekend at the Adelaide Motorsport Festival 2026 was another incredible celebration of motorsport. The wet weather may have dampened the crowd numbers, but it certainly didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of those who attended.
It’s a truly unique event where you can get up close to an amazing variety of racing machines — from historic Formula One cars and V8 Supercars to classic race cars and superbikes.
The Mazda Cosmo Sport from the Mazform collection was invited as a display vehicle for Shannons Insurance, and it drew plenty of attention throughout the weekend — alongside many other stunning Mazdas proudly on show.
A personal highlight for me was being part of a rotary photo shoot on a section of the old Adelaide Street Circuit Grand Prix track. With rotary legend Mad Mike Whiddett attending this year’s festival, it was a special moment for all of us rotary enthusiasts.
True to form, Mike didn’t disappoint. Known worldwide for his passion for building and driving extraordinary rotary-powered machines, he was incredibly generous with his time — sharing his story and enthusiasm with everyone around him.
Watching his driving skills firsthand in two of his incredible creations, MADBUL and MADMAC, was simply awe-inspiring.
A fantastic weekend surrounded by amazing machines, passionate people, and the unmistakable sound of rotary power.

25/02/2026

When your daughter has great taste… she chooses a 1966 Mazda Luce for her school formal.
She proudly chose this stunning classic to take her and her friends in true 60s style. Her dress was a perfect match to the Luce’s factory “Golden Fleece” metallic — an elegant pairing that turned heads.
The Luce’s design was a nod to the beautiful Mazda S8P prototype that inspired its production styling, and you can see that influence in every graceful line.
Parked for some years, she needed a little love to make the formal… and leaving it to just four days before the big event wasn’t my wisest decision (as my daughter kindly reminded me!). But somehow, we got there.
And I couldn’t be prouder.
My beautiful daughter and this beautiful car both looked absolutely stunning. The Luce exceeded my expectations — it’s incredible how a 60-year-old car can still look and drive like that. There’s not much that compares to its silky-smooth gear changes and that airy, unobstructed glasshouse view.
As it was advertised back in its production days… she truly is “The Leading Lady.”
A truly memorable occasion for a truly remarkable pair.

29/01/2026

This is the 2008 Mazda RX-8 40th Anniversary Edition, created to celebrate four decades of Mazda rotary heritage.
Just 200 examples were delivered to the Australian market, with only five finished in Marble White — a subtle nod to one of the original Mazda Cosmo colours that began the rotary story in 1967. Along with its unique anniversary badging, exclusive interior trim, and the final evolution of the rotary engine, this RX-8 represents both the peak and the closing chapter of Mazda’s modern rotary era.
A car of genuine historical significance, not just performance — proud & excited to welcome it into the Mazform collection.

09/01/2026

Autozam AZ-1s in red and white, Mazform collection...to tune " Maybe we can join the crowd"… それとも別の道へ.
(Or take a different road)

26/12/2025

Boxing Day is a big day for shoppers—but it’s also one of the largest unofficial car cruise days of the year, with hundreds of cars rolling along Adelaide’s metropolitan seaside.
Taking the Cosmo Sport out is always a pleasure, especially when your teenage daughter starts showing a genuine interest in the drive. She even took this short video on our way home.
With the windows down there’s plenty of buffeting, which drowns out some of the unique soundtrack of the rare 10A rotary—but you still get a sense of its character. With 128 bhp from the factory, she still shows surprisingly sprightly performance for her age.

24/12/2025

Wishing all our Mazform followers a very Merry Christmas 🎄
May this festive season be filled with peace, happiness, and plenty of time in the garage or behind the wheel.
Thank you for sharing the passion — here’s to another great year ahead.

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