Thinking about an RX7
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Thinking about an RX7
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This is my first post so YO! I am looking for a new car and the 2nd gen RX7s( god I hope I am typing that right if not I am very sorry) is catching my eye. I looked on a few used car dealers and I found 1987 Mazda RX-7 for 5995. Its a TII with 70k miles. This is a good deal or a cheating biznitch. I really dont know the value of older RX7s ,but I know the newer ones cost lots. If anyone else has a 2nd gen RX7 they want to sell for under 8k give me a holla. Thx in advance guys.
This is my first post so YO! I am looking for a new car and the 2nd gen RX7s( god I hope I am typing that right if not I am very sorry) is catching my eye. I looked on a few used car dealers and I found 1987 Mazda RX-7 for 5995. Its a TII with 70k miles. This is a good deal or a cheating biznitch. I really dont know the value of older RX7s ,but I know the newer ones cost lots. If anyone else has a 2nd gen RX7 they want to sell for under 8k give me a holla. Thx in advance guys.
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Re: Thinking about an RX7
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I looked on a few used car dealers and I found 1987 Mazda RX-7 for 5995. Its a TII with 70k miles. This is a good deal or a cheating biznitch.
I looked on a few used car dealers and I found 1987 Mazda RX-7 for 5995. Its a TII with 70k miles. This is a good deal or a cheating biznitch.
The Kelly Blue Book prices are fairly accurate. Make sure you understand the definitions of the condition values (Excellent, Good, etc.).
http://www.kbb.com/
Aaron's site has an excellent buying guide.
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/tech1.htm
If you want to know how much something costs to replace, this web site is a good reference.
http://www.kbb.com/
Also, read the "Stickies" so you don't post any bonehead questions.
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/forumd...?s=&forumid=17
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Thx alot guys. How easy is it to get these things in the 13s-12s. Do the engines blow easy? How do I get all the things (i.e. the comperssion check) done at the dealer? The "86-88" are twin scrolled are those gonna perform better with aftermarket turbos? Also, should I look at the tubos? Thx again.
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hook a boost guage
the stock one sucks
so if you want borrow one from someone hook it up and tape it to the windshelid.
thay last long if you take good care of them
oil change every 3500 miles airfilter and fuel filterchange at least once a year. and so on
the stock one sucks
so if you want borrow one from someone hook it up and tape it to the windshelid.
thay last long if you take good care of them
oil change every 3500 miles airfilter and fuel filterchange at least once a year. and so on
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Originally posted by Dtizzle
I thought they were twin turboed? Doesn't that mean that they have two turbos?
I thought they were twin turboed? Doesn't that mean that they have two turbos?
The 3rd Gens came with a twin turbo, 2nd gens got a single turbo with a twin scroll system (only one turbo though... )
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Originally posted by Dtizzle
How easy is it to get these things in the 13s-12s.
How easy is it to get these things in the 13s-12s.
Do the engines blow easy?
How do I get all the things (i.e. the comperssion check) done at the dealer?
Also, should I look at the tubos?
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Oh ok thats pretty cool. Well after the 86-88 they used a new turbo system. How is it different from the twin scrolled. Also, how much money does it take to get these into the 13s-12s.
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Im also in the same position as Dtizzle and im checking out a 88 S4 Turbo II. At this point im not looking into aftermarket performance parts but rather restoring it back into good condition. Does anybody have any advice?
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so like are the sticky FAQ and New Members posts at the very top of the first page of posts not working or what? check them out...most basic questions can be answered there.
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Originally posted by Dtizzle
I thought they were twin turboed? Doesn't that mean that they have two turbos?
I thought they were twin turboed? Doesn't that mean that they have two turbos?
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/brochu....asp?Number=11
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The "86-88" are twin scrolled are those gonna perform better with aftermarket turbos?
The "86-88" are twin scrolled are those gonna perform better with aftermarket turbos?
The 89-92 engines have a better turbo manifold and wastegate, so they can take more boost and will make more power with the stock turbo. Once the turbo is replaced, then the turbo and manifold design obviously don't make any difference because they are no longer on the engine. The 89-92 engines have slightly higher compression rotors, which may or may not be a good thing, depending on what you want. However, the 89-92 rotors are also lighter, adding another 1,000 rpm to the redline, which is always a good thing.
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