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Hiya people. 
I am more than likely picking up myfirst 7 soon, an 83 SE thats in really decent shape for around 1000 bucks, maybe lower.
Anything specific I should ask about it? It supposedly drives well, good on the highway, the paint is really decent, it has 145k miles, and uses some oil, but sounds internally good other than maybe a seal.
Anyone? I'm excited.
I am more than likely picking up myfirst 7 soon, an 83 SE thats in really decent shape for around 1000 bucks, maybe lower.
Anything specific I should ask about it? It supposedly drives well, good on the highway, the paint is really decent, it has 145k miles, and uses some oil, but sounds internally good other than maybe a seal.
Anyone?
I'm excited.
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if the previous owner told you it just needs an apex seal replaced, he is probably tring to screw you..
Replaceing an apex seal requires a rebuild..
145K on an original engine is getting pretty high too when you don't know how the previous owner has treated it... If you do buy it keep some cash around for an engine..
-Zach
Replaceing an apex seal requires a rebuild..
145K on an original engine is getting pretty high too when you don't know how the previous owner has treated it... If you do buy it keep some cash around for an engine..
-Zach
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Originally posted by Wankelguy
Just about any seal that needs to be replaced will require a tear-down of the engine. Didn't the GSL-SE models come out in '84, not '83? -Mike
Just about any seal that needs to be replaced will require a tear-down of the engine. Didn't the GSL-SE models come out in '84, not '83? -Mike
Yep GSL-SE was only 84-85..
There was an SE 2nd gen though...
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That's what I thought, been doing research, I didn't mean it was a GSL-SE, he just posted Special Edition in the ad.
Been talking on email for a week or so.
We shall see. Regardless, i'm getting an FB soon.
Basically, he says you need to add some oil every week or so. How does that sound?
Been talking on email for a week or so.
We shall see. Regardless, i'm getting an FB soon.
Basically, he says you need to add some oil every week or so. How does that sound?
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Originally posted by nosajwrx-7
Rotary's go through oil anyways, it get injected into the carb with an oil metering pumps to lube the rotors and seals, kind of like a two stroke.
Rotary's go through oil anyways, it get injected into the carb with an oil metering pumps to lube the rotors and seals, kind of like a two stroke.
Anything else I should ask about?
I'd post pics, but they are in a damn zip file, too much hassle. It's in decent shape.
Originally posted by Purple Haze
That's what I thought, been doing research, I didn't mean it was a GSL-SE, he just posted Special Edition in the ad.
That's what I thought, been doing research, I didn't mean it was a GSL-SE, he just posted Special Edition in the ad.
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Originally posted by RacerX7fb
Get under the car and check for torn boots in the front suspension or bends, any oil leaks, etc.
Welcome to the world of the Rotary You will enjoy the car!
Get under the car and check for torn boots in the front suspension or bends, any oil leaks, etc.
Welcome to the world of the Rotary
You will enjoy the car!
If not this one, I have a good lead on an 84 GSL with only 99k miles in great shape.
Originally posted by Purple Haze
If not this one, I have a good lead on an 84 GSL with only 99k miles in great shape.
If not this one, I have a good lead on an 84 GSL with only 99k miles in great shape.
4 Wheel Discs,
Limited Slip,
Power Windows
Newer, more modern interior
and...NEWER.
An 83 LE is just a GS with a different paint job and 14" mesh wheels.
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Originally posted by Directfreak
Sounds like a Better car already. A GSL has several advantages over an 83 LE
4 Wheel Discs,
Limited Slip,
Power Windows
Newer, more modern interior
and...NEWER.
An 83 LE is just a GS with a different paint job and 14" mesh wheels.
Sounds like a Better car already. A GSL has several advantages over an 83 LE
4 Wheel Discs,
Limited Slip,
Power Windows
Newer, more modern interior
and...NEWER.
An 83 LE is just a GS with a different paint job and 14" mesh wheels.
The one thing that bothers me IS the interior.
But after reading up at Mazdatrix, i'm not too worried.
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Wow, you aren't actually going to pay Mazdatrix' price on interior components, are you? Much cheaper to go pull decent pieces at the junkyard. Better than paying 80+ dollars for an ASH TRAY. Youch! -Mike
Originally posted by Purple Haze
Basically, he says you need to add some oil every week or so. How does that sound?
Basically, he says you need to add some oil every week or so. How does that sound?
yeah, i'd lean towards the '84 GSL myself, since you have a choice. as Directfreak stated earlier, you're starting with a better base car. how much is it?
yeah ... definitely post pics of both cars if you can.
BTW ... say, you really a Hendrix fan?
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hey purple haze, i have a 82 gs ill see you for a 1000. bucks its got 123,000b miles uses no oil runs great...but its a automatic but ill give you everything you need to make it a 5speed or ill change it over for you! im in nc also! i thought id let you know..
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Originally posted by diabolical1
well it depends on how many miles he puts on it every week. if it's close to 500 miles or less, then that's not a good sign. personally, i think less than 800 miles is bad ... but i believe RB says 500 or less is rebuild territory.
yeah, i'd lean towards the '84 GSL myself, since you have a choice. as Directfreak stated earlier, you're starting with a better base car. how much is it?
yeah ... definitely post pics of both cars if you can.
BTW ... say, you really a Hendrix fan?
well it depends on how many miles he puts on it every week. if it's close to 500 miles or less, then that's not a good sign. personally, i think less than 800 miles is bad ... but i believe RB says 500 or less is rebuild territory.
yeah, i'd lean towards the '84 GSL myself, since you have a choice. as Directfreak stated earlier, you're starting with a better base car. how much is it?
yeah ... definitely post pics of both cars if you can.
BTW ... say, you really a Hendrix fan?
The GSL is 2000.
Ima post the autotrader ads for both.
And yes, I am a fan. But the name is actually for my favorite beer, Abita Purple Haze.
wam: Email me man, if you're serious.
redwolfmgd@hotmail.com
84 GSL:
http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/v...&car_year=1984
83 LE:
http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/v...&car_year=1983
Another 82 that recently was put on, havnt looked into it yet:
http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/v...&car_year=1982
