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1998 Mazda Familia, GWER103428

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$10,990CA$15,267£8,113A$15,341€9,477¥1,758,895

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Treat this as two groups. Required items protect you from payment loss and fraud — if a seller resists any of them, walk away. Ideal items help you assess the car's condition; when one is missing, factor it into your risk and your offer rather than treating it as automatic fraud.

Requiredfraud and payment-loss prevention

  • Confirm title status. Clean, salvage, rebuilt, or no title — and the title's jurisdiction — should be clear before you wire.
  • Confirm the car is importable to your location. That's your homework, not the seller's; if the import path is unclear, step back and verify before paying.
  • Read the bill of sale before you wire. "As-is" with no warranty is normal; anything that removes inspection or payment protections is a red flag.
  • Use a third-party escrow service; never wire to a personal account. For dealer sales, a wire to the business account named on the invoice is normal; for private-party sales, use escrow.

Idealvehicle-condition diligence; factor missing items into risk and price

  • Ask for the export certificate. If the car was exported from Japan recently, the deregistration document can help confirm provenance and timing.If unavailable: certificates for older imports are often filed away, so absence is a risk signal, not automatic fraud.
  • Ask for underbody, engine bay, and rear-quarter photos. Those areas reveal rust and repair work that hero shots can hide.If unavailable: the car may still be in transit or storage; review existing media and ask for fresh shots once it's accessible.
  • Consider a third-party pre-purchase inspection (PPI). A specialist inspection can catch issues that change the price.If unavailable: a PPI is often not feasible while the car is still overseas, so price the added uncertainty instead of treating it as proof of fraud.

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AI Summary

  • Runs and drives smoothly
  • Low mileage
  • Japan import
  • Equipment includes full-time AWD, versatile fold-down rear seats and practical cargo area

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Listing ID
JDM-ABQ-E2NX
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VIN
Available on request
Frame / serial
GWER103428
Currently in
Auburn, Washington, United States

Specifications

Vehicle details

Generation
BJ
Mileage
46,010 km28,600 mi
Transmission
automatic
Year
1998
Make
Mazda
Model
Familia
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Description

For Sale: 1998 Mazda Capella Wagon AWD JDM Import – Right Hand Drive – Low Mileage All-Wheel Drive Station Wagon! Practical and capable! This 1998 Mazda Capella Wagon is a genuine Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) import. With 28,589 miles (46,010 km), right-hand drive, AWD, clean silver exterior, and black cloth interior, this wagon offers versatile cargo space, Mazda reliability, and year-round traction. Mechanically and drivetrain-wise it is the same as the U.S. Mazda 626 of the era. Key Specifications: • Year: 1998 • Model: Mazda Capella Wagon AWD (Japanese market import) • Mileage: 28,589…
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miles / 46,010 km • Engine: 2.0L DOHC Inline-4 FS-DE • Transmission: Automatic • Drivetrain: AWD (All-Wheel Drive) • Color: Silver exterior / Black cloth interior • VIN: GWER103428 Maintenance & Condition: Well-maintained JDM import that runs and drives smoothly. The relatively low mileage for a 28-year-old wagon reflects careful ownership. Unique Features of the 1998 Mazda Capella Wagon AWD Model: • Full-time AWD for confident all-season traction in rain, snow, and mixed conditions • Purpose-built wagon body with a longer wheelbase than the sedan for extra rear passenger and cargo space • Versatile fold-down rear seats and practical cargo area ideal for family use, work, or weekend trips • Smooth 2.0L FS-DE DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine shared with the Mazda 626 platform • Right-hand drive JDM configuration with authentic Japanese engineering and compact, easy-to-park dimensions Interesting Facts About This Model: • In Japan this wagon was sold as the Mazda Capella; in the U.S. the related sedan/hatchback was known as the Mazda 626. The mechanicals and drivetrain of this example align closely with that familiar 626 platform. • Mazda designed the Capella Wagon as a true load-carrying wagon rather than just a stretched sedan, with extra wheelbase and height for more usable interior space. • AWD Capella wagons were popular in Japan for all-weather driving and remain sought after by JDM enthusiasts who want a practical wagon with extra capability. • The FS-DE 2.0L DOHC four-cylinder is a durable Mazda engine known for smooth power delivery and straightforward maintenance. This Mazda Capella Wagon AWD for sale is a great choice as a reliable daily driver, family wagon, light hauler, or unique JDM all-weather vehicle. It combines low miles, AWD capability, and proven 626-related mechanicals in a clean, practical package! Located in the Auburn, Washington area. Test drives by appointment for serious buyers only (right-hand drive is fully legal in Washington and all other US States). Cash, cashier’s check, or verified payment preferred. Message for questions, additional photos, or to arrange a viewing. This clean, low-mile JDM AWD Capella Wagon won’t stay available long! About Us We specialize in importing high-QUALITY and FAIR-priced vehicles directly from Japan, carefully selecting the cleanest, most desirable examples for our customers. Please Note The listed price does not include taxes, registration, licensing, or the negotiable document fee. VIN (for WA State Compliance): GWER103428

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