Possibly Buying a 1991 RX-7
Hey guys, I'm out looking for my second car. I had an '01 Kia Optima, really didn't like it. Just sold it for $4000. Now I'm looking at this RX-7 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/599030652.html but the link won't be active for long.)
Basically, it has 136000 miles, 1.3L, 5 Speed, the ad doesn't say much more about it. I'm heading to test drive it tomorrow or the day after. Now, I've heard these things aren't great for reliability... Is it a bad idea to considerer this car for a high school/college student that doesn't have too much cash to keep spending on repairs (I can do oil and maintenance stuff just fine, just can't afford engine rebuilds or things of that sort.) Also, when I test drive it, are there any red flags other than the obvious things you look for in every used car, that are specific to the '91 RX-7 and will show a potential serious problem? |
check compression, ask for receipts and records, see if its been rebuilt recently .. if not plan on having a couple thousand in a contingency fund
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the best idea is looking in the FAQ and there should be a before you buy section.
and i started with a 91 na and it was a great car. if you get it then buy an aftermarket temp gauge because the stock one are inaccurate |
3800 rpm hesitation, blue exhaust smoke, and ............ blinker fluid ;)
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Originally Posted by KnifeyMcShanker
(Post 7953979)
Now, I've heard these things aren't great for reliability... Is it a bad idea to considerer this car for a high school/college student that doesn't have too much cash to keep spending on repairs (I can do oil and maintenance stuff just fine, just can't afford engine rebuilds or things of that sort.)?
Keep in mind that the insurance rate is higher for convertibles, so check with your insurance company to make sure you can afford the rate. The coupe 79-92 RX-7's are almost always the same rate, regardless of the engine type. |
You will find how to buy guides in the FAQ. Here are the direct links:
http://www.aaroncake.net/rx-7/buy1.htm http://www.aaroncake.net/rx-7/buy2.htm |
Originally Posted by Evil Aviator
(Post 7954182)
The coupe 79-92 RX-7's are almost always the same rate, regardless of the engine type.
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Test drive it, beat the living piss out of it, if somethings weak it should break during the test drive, if all is well, buy it and dont drive it like that anymore.
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you're gonna wanna check engine compression, hoses, etc. Ask the seller if there's anything honestly bothering him about the car, or why he wants to sell.
From the pics, it looks pretty clean, though.... |
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