Photo: Mazda Canada Inc.
Mazda MX-3 Precidia
The stubby little MX-3 immediately charmed us when it hit the scene back in 1992. Also called the Precidia in Canada, it was resolutely sexy in GS trim with its aerodynamic body kit. While the base RS made do with a modest 1.6-litre, four-cylinder engine, the GS boasted a melodious little 24-valve V6 with a displacement of 1.8 litres and 130 horsepower. It was sold here until 1996.