TomU

iTrader: (11)

Same could be said about people that part out nice examples because the parts are worth more than the sum

You're then left with a project that somebody then needs parts for. It gets cyclic

c0rbin9

iTrader: (2)

This kind of thing happens way more than it should. FDs still don't receive the respect that is afforded to NSXs, air-cooled Porsches, etc., and as a result are viewed as a platform for modifications, rather than as an inherently excellent car, by a significant portion of its community.

Attrition due to rust or accidents is normal and happens with any car. Seeing highly original cars being cut up by people under the impression that a widebody kit and single turbo constitutes an improvement over an OEM or OEM+ FD is a different level of infuriating.

I'm betting out of those 5,000, less than one in ten retains the sequential twins and an unmodified bodyshell/panels. Out of 13,000 imported, there are probably less than 500 or so left that aren't someone project, drift missile, 20b-whatever thing. Maybe I'm being too pessimistic, but this is what I see having been looking for an FD for the past year+. My want list isn't even particularly long, I just want a VR/BB/SSM base/R1/R2 in mostly original condition with a straight chassis. They just aren't out there anymore, and the ones that are, are in long-term ownership.

CanyonRunner

iTrader: (8)

R1 twins with pretty nice stock interior and surprisingly decent original paint here lol She's not on that list because she's been in hibernation in the garage for the past 10+ years. But hopefully I can contribute to that list later this year...if I can somehow convince DMV in the great **** state of CA to issue me a sticker

And you're right I'm one of those long-term owners...never getting rid of her!

technomentor

iTrader: (18)

I know of (3) because I currently own them:
- 93 VR Base: 50k miles
- 93 VR R-1: 30,008 miles
- 93 CYM R-1: 61k miles

Mazdaspeed RX8 ver2

iTrader: (7)

Want to sell the CYM?

technomentor

iTrader: (18)

Actually, my cars will be for sale in the coming months. Well, at least the (2) VR ones. Not sure about my CYM. That baby is a beauty. Every time I remove the car cover and look at her I am amazed.

Tom Smith

I've never had an issue getting my FDs registered in CA. 2 so far, both unregistered for at least 5 yrs prior to my buying them. I'm in San Diego.

c0rbin9

iTrader: (2)

Those are some rare cars! It seems most of the ones left are in long-term ownership. I hope they go to good homes when you sell - I'm in Texas as well and would be interested in the VR R1 if you're going to be selling locally.

CanyonRunner

iTrader: (8)

Tom - Because my FD is modified and I've lost all my hookups ^ ^;

Tom Smith

I see now. Saw the stock interior part and read it as the car is stock. Good luck, I know a few shops have been popped lately, they are cracking down.

c0rbin9

iTrader: (2)

Here we are two years later, I wonder how many are left now?

j9fd3s

iTrader: (3)

could be more, a lot got fixed and sold and stuff

briansfd

iTrader: (4)

Idk if someone would want to crowd source to get a subscription (maybe they have a short term?) but Polk Automotive is where the data comes from. Or, if someone else knows another way of exporting/getting registered vehicle counts.

c0rbin9

iTrader: (2)

I would contribute to that.

cr-rex

iTrader: (114)

also down to contribute

Mazdaspeed RX8 ver2

iTrader: (7)

Same here, down for that.

Manny_Apex

iTrader: (1)

Sounds good to me, I'm in

SETaylor

iTrader: (4)

Would also be interested.

briansfd

iTrader: (4)

Made some calls and pulled some strings, but I got the data for you guys:
3/18/22
USA - Total 4975
1993: 3421 Down 127 from 2019 Down 740 from 2014
1994: 1331 Down 77 from 2019 Down 333 from 2014
1995: 223 Down 2 from 2019 Down 47 from 2014

Canada - Total 394
1993: 302
1994: 77
1995: 15

moconnor

iTrader: (14)

I'm guessing you mistakenly used the 1993 numbers for 1995 and vice versa.

c0rbin9

iTrader: (2)

^ Sounds like they have the years reversed, but that's great info.

Out of the 5k left, how many are good condition stock sequential stock body? Can't be more than 5-10%, if social media is any indication.

cr-rex

iTrader: (114)

so 5000 FDs on the street in the entire USA........

your odds of seeing one in traffic are "this" small and we have the privilege of owning one or more in some cases.....

what a life

j9fd3s

iTrader: (3)

yep, except for the pile i've got here, i've only seen one (1) Rx7 in traffic so far this year. it is probably the only one i will see.
the same day i saw the Rx7 i saw this guy, just driving in traffic

the Ferrari is so rare, i can narrow down the one i saw to 3337GT, or 3087GT.

EREBUS

Did the license plate say 3337?

Not every day you see a $10 million car

technomentor

iTrader: (18)

I know of (3). Here is one.