peterdaniel

ok, so I can't post in technical forums until my post count reaches 10. Im at 3 with this one being # 4. I figured I would introduce myself.

My name is Peter and I am a rotor head. Or at least I think I am. In my own head at least

Most likely will be purchasing my first RX7 soon… had an RX8 in the past. This time I want something I can have fun in without worrying so much about the cost of initial purchase..

Any suggestions as to what years are best for this? I am a huge stickler for comfort fit wise, ride wise I can always fix. I also don't like cheap crap or poorly made cars so if you can keep that in mind, I would appreciate it

Looking forward to a redline a day!

Thanks!
Peter

Redliner223

iTrader: (6)

Well you're in the right generation my friend.
First gens are a good, fun, light weight car. They can take what you want to throw at them and they'll smile back. Just depends on what you want to do with it.
I would look for a S2 rx7 because they are the most common and you can pick them up for a decent price in alright condition.
I own 2 S1 rx7's because I like their steel bumper and non 80's look, but that's just me.

Welcome and good luck/have fun!

peterdaniel

Thanks! I was thinking about owning a carb version but I live in California and if that puppy doesn't pass smog I am in trouble. I figure Fuel Injection would be best… Any idea how the FI has held up over 30 years? Can you still get parts for the FI?
Thanks again

Redliner223

iTrader: (6)

In '84 and '85 Mazda came out with the GSL-SE, a fuel injected 13b. So you can go that route and have 4x114 bolt pattern for better wheel selection.
Or you can buy a fb with a 12a and carburetor and swap over a 13b with fuel injection from a second gen (fc) Rx7 and do all of the supporting mods till you're happy with it.
Yes, fuel injected parts can be found but not for a 12a engine from what I know.
If you do get a fuel injected car it's a good idea to do a deep cleaning of all the fuel injected parts to make sure they're 100%.