I was looking at RX-7 values to determine if I should get an appraisal and I came across an '83 RX-7 at a local dealer that seems to be priced at least $10k over what it should be. Thoughts?

Check out this 1983 Mazda RX-7 on AutoTrader.com Cars for Sale: 1983 Mazda RX-7 in Hickory, NC 28602: Hatchback Details - 356908675 - AutoTrader.com

Granted it is very low miles at 31k, but it is an automatic and it is not in perfect condition, very good condition but not perfect. Actually I would be concerned about all the seals unless it was in Leno's garage all this time.

 

I sent him an email… If I recall correctly, I think it said something like..

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not sure though, I passed out after laughing so hard..

 

Yeah, totally overpriced. I wonder if this is one that they dont want to sell so that an employee can buy it? I should print it just incase I need something to show my insurance company.

I suppose that if we all stuck together and only sold our cars for top dollar that would drive up the collectible cost but I can't imagine any car from the '80s (except maybe a mint Delorian) being worth 57% more than the original MSRP.

I am assuming it is an GS model even though the ad mentions features of a GSL (historical copy?). While it has the premium radio, I don't see GSL pillar emblems, power windows, leather seats, and the rears don't look like disc brakes. I do see rust under the hood and missing radio *****.

 

i didn't look at all the pics, but its got the wrong battery, the hood rod clip is broken (its a $2 part!), the air cleaner cover is on wrong, its missing the center caps for the wheels, spark plug wires are incorrect...

its an 83 GS AUTOMATIC. the interior/exterior look really good.

i say its worth more like $4k, it is a pretty nice car

 

That car has been on eBay before but not at that price.

 

Youza.
My cousin married a guy who still has his 1983.
Bought it new, sits in a garage and has 30k miles.
And it's red.

 

would he take $18,995 for it?

 

I didn't notice that and didn't even know they come off or why anyone would remove them. Maybe there was a wreck or unless the wheels were being restored; in which case I wonder if the miles are correct.

 

Here's the eBay auction. One bid at $5000 reserve not met.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mazda-RX-7-83-series-2-fb-1-2-l-rotary-engine-auto-31-k-low-miles-/331097405786?forcerrptr=true&hash=item4d16f1795a&item=331097405786&pt=US_Cars_Trucks

 

These kind of crazy prices turn up pretty regularly, and they are always entertaining. I wonder if anybody ever actually pays close to this for an older RX-7.

Although this car looks pretty nice and appears rust free, it is far from perfect and features less than desirable equipment, especially the automatic.

Maybe in another 20 years a clean FB will be worth this kind of money, but not now.

 

the interior is really nice for an interior that has seen any kind of miles