Hey guys im new here and im looking to buy a 1991 N/A S5 rx7. Its got around 220k on the stock motor, Is this alot for a rotoray? The guy im getting it from also said he got the bearings packed, what is that. And could yall tell me what i should look for when reviewing the car?

thanks, matt.

 

i would say that engine is on its last legs. most n/a's top out around 200k, 250k or so if its been taken care of. after that its rebuild time.

 

mmk well im pretty sure its been well maintained, but how much is a rebuild and another question is what should i look for as wear and tear on the motor and what not.

 

to rebuild, if you're going to do it yourself. probably around 1300-1700 not including time. thats cherry picker rental, engine stand rental, seal kit, but if you have it open, you may as well get it ported. depending on how long you take. if you bring it in, it'll cost more.

 

alright, and still i need help with this engine! what should i look for as i look it over tomorrow, and the guy says he drives it everyday so maybe it is ok, and heres a video of it running tell me how it sounds.
\http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aK7_KuKeW6A

 

When you go to see the car make sure it's cold.
It should start right up with minimal- if any- smoke.
When driving, it should rev cleanly through the 4k rpm range (the secondary injectors kick in @ 3800 rpm) and sail up to redline.

Look the chassis over carefully- bodywork and paint are more expensive than mechanicals to repair.
Check all the electrics, switchgear, lights, etc.

A well cared for NA engine can easily break 250K miles, if she runs well you're probably fine for a while.

"Packed bearings" probably refers to wheel bearings...not that big a deal either way.

 

alright thanks man i was worried that a roto motor wasn't the way to go but if what your saying is true about the reliability is true then i'm excited lol

 

Hey, it's just a car, just a motor.
There are good 'uns and not-so-good 'uns.

You may get lucky, you may not...you're always taking a risk when you buy an old one.

Good luck.