The new Familia has been shortened to enhance maneuverability, yet the cabin offers spaciousness normally associated with upper-class cars.

In North America, only the sedan version is available. The new design concept is also evident in the configuration of the hood, the sides of the body, and the rear. Both types have distinctive front grilles with intricately-shaped headlights. The sedan is noted for its functionality. The S-wagon combines the maneuverability of a compact car with the versatility of a station wagon. The new-generation Familia is available in two body types: the S-wagon (323F) and sedan (323/Protege). These are also the first models developed under our new 'Contrast in Harmony' design concept, which juxtaposes opposites such as straight lines and curves or light and shade, and was created to emphasize the distinctive identity of new Mazda vehicles. Introduced in Summer 1998, it further reinforces the direction of Mazda's product development by providing two models with distinctive character that are easy and fun to drive, and offers an innovative package noted for its versatility. The new, ninth-generation Familia, is more than a model change of a car whose predecessors in the past 35 years have achieved production of over 10 million units in Japan. I recently bought paint for my front and rear bumpers and it is comforting that I already know that the color match will be perfect and the results will be professional.Mazda Annual Report 1998 - The Familia (323, 323F/ProtegZ) The base coat and also the clear coat are exeptional. I was not only impressed by the color match, I was impressed by the quality and flow of your paints! I painted a dark green fender replacement that I had bought to match the white on my 1998 Mazda MPV and it looks better and more consistent than the hood that I had painted by a local reputable body shop! After repeated trips to local auto parts stores, I finally went on the internet and found your site. I am always amazed at how good the service and the products are. Chuck A, owner of a 1998 Mazda MPV from Savannah, GA David H, owner of a 1998 Mazda Protege from Panorama City, CA I will purchase your product again and tell others about your company. I took my father out to look at the paint job and he was amazed how well it came out. I followed the clear directions on the paint and clearcoat cans and my small scrape is now history! The paint coverage was great, no need for a primer. The aerosol paint matched the cars paint perfectly. I found the AutomotiveTouchup site and ordered the aerosol paint and clearcoat. The car had a small (10''x12'') scrape on the front passenger side bumper. I purchased a small used car for my grand daughter and am detailing it so it will look almost like new when I give it to her on her birthday. Here's what our customers are saying about our Touch Up Paint: Richard, owner of a 1997 Mazda Protege from Hacienda Heights Ca

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