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Old Jan 11, 2005 | 08:54 AM
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Quick Help Needed: What To Look For In A FB

Hi,

i'm going with a friend to look at an FB. Its a GSL-SE model year is either 79 or 81 i can't remember. It has about 80,000kms on it and bodywork is mint.

what are things to look for with the motor, problems that i should look out for. my understanding is that if treated properly, the NA rotary motors are quite bullitproof, is this correct?

please reply soon because i'm going to look at this car tonight.
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Old Jan 11, 2005 | 09:14 AM
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Originally Posted by DeAd-EyE
Hi,

i'm going with a friend to look at an FB. Its a GSL-SE model year is either 79 or 81 i can't remember. It has about 80,000kms on it and bodywork is mint.

what are things to look for with the motor, problems that i should look out for. my understanding is that if treated properly, the NA rotary motors are quite bullitproof, is this correct?

please reply soon because i'm going to look at this car tonight.
Well, they didn't make a GSL-SE model in 79 or 81. GSL-SE models were only made during the 84-85 models.
If you live in a high rust area, check the storage bins behind the seat for rust.
If you're going to test drive it, drive it long enough to make sure it doesn't over heat. One major overheat can do major damage to a rotary engine.
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