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I'm buying an RX-7 today.

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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 10:57 AM
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I'm buying an RX-7 today.

1991 N/A coupe, 119K miles.

Unmolested car in nice condition--it's going to be my daily driver. I'm giving $3200 for it.

It was this, or a 1988 BMW 750iL V-12 with 160K miles.

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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 10:59 AM
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You might be better off with the BMW.

Seriously.
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:03 AM
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Why?
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:07 AM
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I would of got the V12.
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by jwolff
Why?
Unless you really like 7's or something - the beamer may be a better vehicle for a daily driver. Though my second gen has been very reliable, had it for about a year and it hasn't pooped out on me yet.

The BMW is probably faster as well.

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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:09 AM
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No way!

Parasite is lying to you... lol.

An '88 BMW, frikkin' V12 with 160k? Sounds even more expensive in the long-run than an N/A Rex... (Parasite)

But yeah, jwolff, you'll love it. Some people may say that $3200 is a little steep in the price for an N/A, but for a s5 (89-91) I'd say it's relatively decent.

Got any pics? Color? Model?

Have you ever had an Rx7 before? BTW, welcome to the club. The Search function, FAQ and Archives will be your friend before posting most questions. (because it's ALL been asked before, lol)
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:10 AM
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We have a 540i already if I want to go fast!

(If I can get it away from the wife...)
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:13 AM
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I had a '90 GXL about three years ago. It was fun.

I've also had a 98 Corvette and an 02 Subaru WRX. I reallize the 7 will be a clunker compared with those cars, but again, I'm not making payments again until the wife is at least six months pregnant.

Then, it's an anthracite gray 2001 BMW 740i with the sport package. And yes, a payment to match...
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:18 AM
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Well there is a lot you can do to a 7 to make it not a clunker, and it's goot to see you know a bit about cars. I'll have to say, 7's are not for beginners! I learned the hard way. Hahaha

Welcome to the club!
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:25 AM
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But do have fun with the car . It changed my life ;O.
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Jager
But do have fun with the car . It changed my life ;O.
hahaha, nice...
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Old Nov 15, 2005 | 12:09 PM
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But do have fun with the car . It changed my life ;O.
And took all my money, made me leave my girlfriend, and sometimes....sometimes it hits me.....but it's okay cuz, you know, i know she loves me...*sniff*
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Old Nov 17, 2005 | 03:09 AM
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heh that sounds like my mum (B!tch!!!)
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Old Nov 17, 2005 | 03:56 AM
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It's most certainly a bittersweet relationship... I wouldn't change it for the world.
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