zoro

I'm looking for an immaculate rx7.
I've seen some of the super deals you guys find and want a low mileage 60K or less rx7, perfect interior and perfect exterior, NO DINGS, no flaking clear coat.
I drove 370miles today to test drive one that was suppose to have those qualities however it was a 83 "to slow" had one ding in passenger door, had a messed interior panel on the top of the doors and a few other little things that weren't perfect.

According to kelly blue book a perfect 83 should be $1700 they wanted $3000 and it was only good condition in my book.

Any one have a PERFECT rx7 84 or up for sale?

If so I'd like to see some pics " a lot of pics " before my next journey.

I'd really like a late model Gen 3 360HP tt but have a Nissan 350Z pre-ordered, hence my limit for rx7 being 3k or less

rwyatt@charter.net

Thanks

SilverRocket

83 "to slow" eh? Do your research - if you want a fast RX-7 an 83 would be fine place to start, you'll just need some mods and you'll be up there with the best stock first gens. The only ones that are faster are the sought after 84-85 GSL-SE's, and they'll be too expensive for you if they're in mint condition.

Picky picky picky.... I don't think you're gonna find what you want for $1700. A 20 year old car with low miles and absolutely no dings or little scratches anywhere is a pretty tall order for someone who's only willing to pay the minimum price.

And why 84-88 in particular? You do know those are different models/generations of RX-7's altogether don't you? I don't see how you're going to get an "immaculate" second gen for 3 grand, but who knows, you could come across a deal.

By the way, 3rd gen's are not 360hp, they are 255hp.

Enjoy your Nissan!

Manntis

Kelly 'blue book' is also usually used to determine wholesale, not retail, pricing though that is often not noted. Retail is usually black or red book depending on country

zoro

I was wanting the 84 to 88 because, I was thinking that was when they raised the hp to 130. But now that I really think about it maybe it was just FI that was added on the 84.

I would be happy even with a 83 but the important thing is I want to get one that is super clean.

Was in 2nd gen that were first to get PS & 130hp?

BTW I was really impressed with the way the 83 rx7 drove sitting so low I felt like I was going twice as fast as I really was. The shifting felt crisp acceleration was ok and the car felt really smooth.

If my wife was with me saying " you don't need another sports car your will be here in a few weeks " I probably would have bought it any way.

Some one responded to an earlier post of mine regarding if it sounded like a good deal to them and they said for 3K an rx7 should be in show room condition as such it wasn't, I let the ole lady "think" she had her way ;}

What would you have payed for a 65K 83 with no rust, good paint and slightly frizzled interior?

zoro

Just noticed my email address was wrong just incase someone has a line on the car.

Should be: rwyatt@chartermi.net

CORY CLAY

I would pay 2500, i'm selling my 84 rx-7 for 1500 but it's not in showroom conditon ( but it's really nice) i have pics posted on the se forum.. but i think i live too far from u, unless your willing to drive...

Cory

diabolical1

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84-85 GSL-SE (FI, 135HP)
86-88 Non-Turbo (EFI, 146 HP)
89-91 Non-Turbo (EFI, 160 HP)
92 - convertible only (EFI, 160HP)

but like, silverrocket said, the carbed Rx-7s are pretty HOT when you do a few simple and very inexpensive (compared to piston cars) modifications.
but the choice is all yours ...
i would also like to echo the fact that you may be painting yourself into a corner with your expectations for what you want to pay ... just something to consider. i'm not saying to buy the first piece of crap you can get for your $1,700+/-, but ... it's like this, if you DO find one that fits your expectations, you WILL pay for it, and the chances of finding one that someone wants to part with for less than $3,000 is up there with methane-free cows ...

just my 2 cents ...

cjf

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I have a mint 84 gsl-se with the leather and power steering..I found my dream car. I too was looking for a mont car 1-2 years ago and I finally did find one. But , I did pay what I thought was a lot at the time, but not anymore. I paid $3500.00, put another $550.00 into it (just little stuff her and there but it added up).. I has 80,000 miles but ohhhhh, it is a nice car!!! Don't give up, you will find your car, but you may have to pay more for it than you think..."REAL NICE" cars are harder and harder to find, but they are out there...Good luck...Also, check e-bay...there were a couple cars on there that were mint, one had I think 11,000 miles ..he was in ohio ...it had automatic transmission though...I would hound that guy if you don't mind a auto trans...but for $1700, you would be dreaming.....cjf

Directfreak

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If you're getting a 350Z in a few weeks then DON'T BUY AN RX-7. You will not drive it, and you will neglect it. Trust me.

Back in 96 I had a MINT condition GSL-SE with a streetport, factory front and rear spoilers, suspension work, Nice Stereo, Cold A/C, Glass Top, fresh paint, all the goodies.

When I got my Ford Extended Cab Splash (Ranger), I forgot all about my 7. I started driving the 7 once a week for 10 minutes, just so the motor wouldn't sit. Eventually I sold it to another guy in the department who liked it.

I still regret it, because it was stolen less than 30 days later and picked clean. Even after I told him over and over that GSL-SE means "Steal-me".

When you get your "Z" you will put every freaking minute and dime you have into it, especially with a new model than nobody else will have. In other words, don't get the seven if you're going to neglect it, and not pay the proper attention to it that it needs (or any other 15 year+ old car).

cjf

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no such thing as a stupid question. The only stupid question is the one not asked...when you should ask. We are all at different expertise levels at the "7" club. Lets help the "new" guys ,and not discourage .....Now if you get a question like "what is a wheel" , well.....there is a problem there....************smile*******************

zoro

Well my heart tells me to get the one I test drove above "mentioned above" it drove great. I'll find someone to fix up the upper door panels and forget about the small ding for now. For $3000 it's a nice car and I love the handling. Of course I haven't had a chance to drive the 350z but I plan on keeping them both off the road over the Dec-Mar months.
I've always liked the styling of the gen 1 rx7 kinda remind me of little sting rays.

Anyone know where I can get those upper door panels at or have them redone?

Also I noticed the sun roof on it is just a metal panel no glass in it at all. What's that about?
You turn this **** in the back and it raises the only way to see sun is remove it completely. They must make glass one to swap if you want sun. On an 84 I looked at it was glass with a little sliding interior shield to cover it with only prob was the 84 had 160k on it.

Since I'm gonna store this for the winter do I need to follow any particular procedures since it's a rotary?
I've been reading up a bit on this board and am aware of their tendency to flood especially if turned off before they warm up. The lady I'm buying the 83 said her car has never done that in the 12yrs shes had it. So I'm hoping that is a good thing. She says she just pulls the choke and it returns on its own. Thats kinda strange I'd never had a car with a choke on it before, my john deere has one though

Here's the pic of the rx7 what you guys think?

Directfreak

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She sure is Purdy...

What are those Rims? Wire Wheels? Knock-Offs?

$3000 is still too much. Maybe for a Mint GSL-SE, but not for an 83 GSL.

Yes, you can replace the metal top with a glass top.

zoro

to the last poster, those are just chromed slotted wheels, with cheap Kelly's on them. Look good from a distance though.

I have another question, I noticed this car didn't have power steering did any of them for that year.
I was just wondering because I was doing a car quote for the gsl and gs and it was listed as options for them.

diabolical1

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well, from the distance in the photo, it looks really good. damn good (even with the funny "Vegas pimp" rims )

yeah - i agree with directfreak ... $3K is a bit stiff, but it's totally up to you ... you seem to like the car and obviously i've never seen it in person, so ... i won't tell you NOT to get it.

anyway, about the winter storage. all i'd suggest is keeping the apex seals moist. the only thing i do whenever i have rotaries sitting for long periods of time, is i put some gear oil (80W90 mineral based - not synthetic) in all four chamber of the carburetor (about 1 or 2 tablespoons) ... turn the engine by hands for about 5-10 revolutions and put a sock or stocking over the mouth of the carb or inlet of the air filter.

when it comes time to start it, turn the engine by hand again for a few revolutions, prime it with gas (and make sure you have new plugs) - then fire it up!

keep in mind that this is what i do, but i'm a bit paranoid and **** when it comes to my car. on the other hand, my brother does absoulutely nothing when his Rx-7 sits over the winter ... it's perfectly fine!

so the choice is yours.

cjf

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well, I am not sure 3000.00 is too bad. yeah it is a gsl but if it is "really" nice ...( and it looks really nice, I like that color!!), and you are going to keep it and enjoy it and drive it, heck, why not!!...Our 7's are worth it , aren't they!!! and it has 65,000 miles,,,ahhhh ya did good.....have fun......cjf

zoro

I need to know if power steering was available on this car or more importantly if it was on it new but removed by a previous owner. I didn't think to check and see if there was any evidence of power having been on it.

I'm thinking it would probably be something you diehard rx-7 freaks would thrash to save a few ounces and reclaim an extra horse or two?

Directfreak

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I am not sure, and I could be wrong, but I don't think Power steering was available until 1984 with the GSL's and GSL-SE's.

I personally have NEVER seen an 83 or older with PS.

rotor-lynn

I agree with Directfreak, I don't think power was available until '84. Sounds like the glass roof you saw was an aftermarket job, there's no sliding cover over the glass panel. It just replaces the metal one and they're over $100 on ebay. About the price; I saw a MINT 83 GS with glass sunroof , aftermarket wheels, 54k, garaged, rare color metallic gold, he got $3200 for it.

Manntis

I paid $4,000 for my GSL-SE, but then that was only about $2,700 US at the time.