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| == Engine Compartment == | == Engine Compartment == | ||
| - | Red air cleaner | + | Red air cleaner (stock [[A12GX Engine]], not unique to GX5) |
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| <br>NOT: Flat-top [[Hitachi Twin Carb]] | <br>NOT: Flat-top [[Hitachi Twin Carb]] | ||
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With so many GX5 clones being created, how can you identify a real GX5?
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Overview
Base Features
GX5s were only made in RHD version, and all have Japan-language Chassis ID Plates. They were based on the GX trim package and the 1972 Facelift features, so be sure to validate those also.
All GX5 have a Japanese-language Identification Plate:
(This plate is not unique to the GX5)
Unique Features
* Coupe or 4-dr Sedan * 'GX 5 Speed' grille Badge * 'GX 5 Speed' boot Badge * Tape Stripe on sides * F5C56 transmission (non-overdrive) * 5-speed dogleg Shifter knob (wood) * Highback front bucket Seats with cloth inserts
NOT GX5
* 2-dr sedan * English ID Plate * LHD * Overdrive 5-speed * non-dogleg 5-speed
Visual Features
Engine Compartment
Red air cleaner (stock A12GX Engine, not unique to GX5)
NOT: Flat-top Hitachi Twin Carb
NOT: Red rocker cover (Not stock)
Interior
Wood shift knob with dogleg shift pattern
Wood Steering wheel
High-back front seats with cloth inserts
Wood Shifter Knob with dogleg shift pattern
NOT: Double-hump dash (PB110 item)
NOT: Aftermarket steering wheel
Exterior
Coupe
GX5 Tape Stripe
GX5 badge on left side of grille
GX5 Tape Stripe
GX5 boot emblem
NOTE: The wheels are not stock
Sedan
GX5 Tape Stripe
GX5 badge on left side of grille
