Looking at 2gen rx-7
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Looking at 2gen rx-7
Hi, i am new to the form. I curently own a 90 mazda mx-5 and i want to sell it for an rx-7. I was wondering if any of you guys could give me things to look for to help my find a good rx-7. Soon i hope do join you guys in becoming a rx-7 owner 
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Caleb,
Welcome. 1st thing to realize about rx-7s - you tend to develop a bit of obsession over these cars. The ultament in "zoom zoom" mazdas
There are rx-7 clubs all over the world, lots of events - meets - and shows, ton's of performance accessories, tons of bodykits, lightkits, and ground effects, rx-7 magazines, & ways to customize your rx-7 inside and outl
The rx-7s are divided into 3 generations:
1st gen 7x-85
2nd gen 86-92
3rd gen 93-95
The 2nd gens have the most # of models available and have the best price/performance/longevity/fun factor if you ask me. The 3rd gens are a bit more exotic (and very costly) and have more factory horsepower. The 1st gens are a very cool classic, but are a bit lacking in HP OEM (but aftermarket can fix that).
Within the 2nd generation rx-7s, you have the coupes (se, sport, gxl, gtu, gtu-s), convertible, and turbo II models.
The GTU and GTU-S would compliment your mx-5 and probably has the best performance/dollar combo. The GXL (luxury) and SE (base model) are the cheapest 2nd gens and have a bit longer lifespan on the motor. The converible is a very cool rx-7 to get. The turbo II is a supercar - bar none - and the most expensive next to the convertible.
Things to look for would be a good condition rx-7. For extra reliability look for adds that say "low engine miles," "new engine," or "recently rebuilt." If you find one you like, have a mazda dealership perform a compression test on the motor. The results are an indication of the remaining lifespan on the engine.
Alternatly, find one with a blown engine for dirt cheap and put a rebuilt engine in for less that bluebook value
As a general rule the SE, GXL, and convertible engine's need rebuilding at 200-250K miles, the GTU and GTU-S at 180-200K miles) and the turbo between 120-180K miles. The compression test is usually the deciding factor.
Other things to look for:
Also the 89-92 models have a bit more OEM horsepower as well.
I'd recommend the stickshift models as the automatic tends to absorb 15-25% of your power (but makes a better daily driver).
A few 2nd gen pictures with and without bodykits - to get you in the mood:
Welcome. 1st thing to realize about rx-7s - you tend to develop a bit of obsession over these cars. The ultament in "zoom zoom" mazdas
There are rx-7 clubs all over the world, lots of events - meets - and shows, ton's of performance accessories, tons of bodykits, lightkits, and ground effects, rx-7 magazines, & ways to customize your rx-7 inside and outl
The rx-7s are divided into 3 generations:
1st gen 7x-85
2nd gen 86-92
3rd gen 93-95
The 2nd gens have the most # of models available and have the best price/performance/longevity/fun factor if you ask me. The 3rd gens are a bit more exotic (and very costly) and have more factory horsepower. The 1st gens are a very cool classic, but are a bit lacking in HP OEM (but aftermarket can fix that).
Within the 2nd generation rx-7s, you have the coupes (se, sport, gxl, gtu, gtu-s), convertible, and turbo II models.
The GTU and GTU-S would compliment your mx-5 and probably has the best performance/dollar combo. The GXL (luxury) and SE (base model) are the cheapest 2nd gens and have a bit longer lifespan on the motor. The converible is a very cool rx-7 to get. The turbo II is a supercar - bar none - and the most expensive next to the convertible.
Things to look for would be a good condition rx-7. For extra reliability look for adds that say "low engine miles," "new engine," or "recently rebuilt." If you find one you like, have a mazda dealership perform a compression test on the motor. The results are an indication of the remaining lifespan on the engine.
Alternatly, find one with a blown engine for dirt cheap and put a rebuilt engine in for less that bluebook value
As a general rule the SE, GXL, and convertible engine's need rebuilding at 200-250K miles, the GTU and GTU-S at 180-200K miles) and the turbo between 120-180K miles. The compression test is usually the deciding factor.
Other things to look for:
Also the 89-92 models have a bit more OEM horsepower as well.
I'd recommend the stickshift models as the automatic tends to absorb 15-25% of your power (but makes a better daily driver).
A few 2nd gen pictures with and without bodykits - to get you in the mood:
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