Hey all so I’m new to rotaries and in this coming week plan to buy a 1984 rx7 FB.
It has 20,000 miles and runs and drives and is a manual.

Since I’m still new to rotaries I was hoping for some help on what to look for when I go to check it out so I can know if I’m getting scammed or not, and maybe some tips for maintaining as well as what you guys would recommend as some things I should service right away assuming I do purchase it.

Obviously I would do an oil change but I’ve also heard its a good idea to put a nice newer radiator in these since rotaries tend to get a lot hotter than typical internal combustion engines.

Thanks in advance for any help you guys can provide, have a nice day!

 

Because this is only a 20k mile car, it means it hasn't been drive much. This can present its own issues.

This is not a complete list.

1. Change all fluids (oil, coolant, trans, diff, brake, clutch).
2. Replace all fuel soft lines including those that are at the gas tank. Need to drop the gas tank a little to get to some of these.
3. You won't need to necessarily replace the rad. It really depends on condition. However, brass radiators are no longer available and the only rads that are are aluminum. Fit can take some tweaking and the top collant level sensor bung is wrong on a lot of these. They are Chineses made.
4. Go through the braking system.
5. New tires if over a few years old.
6. Parts can be hard to find.
7. Look for bin rust inside the cubby area from the inside.

 

Lots of pics when you get it please!

Stu A
80GS
AZ

 

Hopefully it starts easily, runs smooth and quiet. Look for any leaks underneath and wet deposits around where the 2 aluminum rotor housings sandwich the center iron by the dip stick. Any rust or rot on the body? Radiators can be re-cored but its crazy expensive now a days, which is why most people opt for an aluminum aftermarket.

If in doubt, you can always take some photos and post them up here for feedback.