'93 Rx7
03-15-02, 10:48 PM
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'93 Rx7
Im new to the fourm and I was wondering how reliable a RX7(looking at '93 RX7 automatic) is, compared to like a Civic?(this would be a daily driver) I dont want that to sound stupid or nothing, but im trying to talk my parents into this car, and they dont think it would last as long as a honda. I am not going to be fixing the motor or anything up, just about looks(for now). VeilSide C2 Body Kit and wheels. My parents are stuck thinking it would be like a hot rod?
Let me know your opinions......ThankYou
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03-15-02, 10:53 PM
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http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/buying.html
http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/reliability.html
Those links should have basically all the information you'll need.
http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/reliability.html
Those links should have basically all the information you'll need.
03-15-02, 10:54 PM
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A RX7 for your parents, who are you kidding! You want it for yourself don't you 
Not knowing much about your parents (age, mechanical knowledge and ability), I am guessing that if they are not very handy, they would be better off w/ a Honda.
Also, if they are considering a Civic, they probably don't need the extra power and handling that a Rx7 provides.
Reliability of a RX7 stinks compares to a Civic. My 14 yr old Buick is more reliable than my 8 yr old RX7. That should give you an idea. If you want a car to be trouble free for years, get something else.
Not knowing much about your parents (age, mechanical knowledge and ability), I am guessing that if they are not very handy, they would be better off w/ a Honda.
Also, if they are considering a Civic, they probably don't need the extra power and handling that a Rx7 provides.
Reliability of a RX7 stinks compares to a Civic. My 14 yr old Buick is more reliable than my 8 yr old RX7. That should give you an idea. If you want a car to be trouble free for years, get something else.
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(Folks -- No flames please)
The RX-7 is a VARY high matinace car. In 3 years of ownership and 20k miles you might spend 10 thousand dollars on repairs. It's a hard car to start driving. Your best bet is to start with a car more or less like a Civic and study about the RX-7 before you decide to get one.
Nick
The RX-7 is a VARY high matinace car. In 3 years of ownership and 20k miles you might spend 10 thousand dollars on repairs. It's a hard car to start driving. Your best bet is to start with a car more or less like a Civic and study about the RX-7 before you decide to get one.
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I cant tell you to search lol. Anyway, to answer your question, your parents are right. RX-7's dont last as long as Hondas and are less reliable. They wont be a good daily driver so you'll need a beater if you get an RX-7. If you dont want to mess with a new engine, forget about it. Finally, dont just go for looks when it comes to cars.
03-15-02, 10:56 PM
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Originally posted by djantlive
A RX7 for your parents, who are you kidding! You want it for yourself don't you
Not knowing much about your parents (age, mechanical knowledge and ability), I am guessing that if they are not very handy, they would be better off w/ a Honda.
Also, if they are considering a Civic, they probably don't need the extra power and handling that a Rx7 provides.
Reliability of a RX7 stinks compares to a Civic. My 14 yr old Buick is more reliable than my 8 yr old RX7. That should give you an idea.
A RX7 for your parents, who are you kidding! You want it for yourself don't you
Not knowing much about your parents (age, mechanical knowledge and ability), I am guessing that if they are not very handy, they would be better off w/ a Honda.
Also, if they are considering a Civic, they probably don't need the extra power and handling that a Rx7 provides.
Reliability of a RX7 stinks compares to a Civic. My 14 yr old Buick is more reliable than my 8 yr old RX7. That should give you an idea.
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Get the Honda all you gotta do is change the oil and the damn things last forever.......
Rx-7 all you gotta do is change the oil and hope it lasts the week.
Rx-7 all you gotta do is change the oil and hope it lasts the week.
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Originally posted by RotaryKnight
Get the Honda all you gotta do is change the oil and the damn things last forever.......
Rx-7 all you gotta do is change the oil and hope it lasts the week.
Get the Honda all you gotta do is change the oil and the damn things last forever.......
Rx-7 all you gotta do is change the oil and hope it lasts the week.
03-15-02, 11:03 PM
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I get the idea, and yes I was meaning talk my parents into buying the car for me......probaly be holding off on the RX7 until im older and can drain money into....lol
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unless you are wealthy, you should not look at a 7 without getting a very good after market warrantee in case the engine or transmission blows. The car will probably break sooner than a Civic, and will cost much more than a Civic to fix. In this case, listen to the parents.
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Originally posted by NickSimcheck
(Folks -- No flames please)
The RX-7 is a VARY high matinace car. In 3 years of ownership and 20k miles you might spend 10 thousand dollars on repairs. It's a hard car to start driving. Your best bet is to start with a car more or less like a Civic and study about the RX-7 before you decide to get one.
Nick
(Folks -- No flames please)
The RX-7 is a VARY high matinace car. In 3 years of ownership and 20k miles you might spend 10 thousand dollars on repairs. It's a hard car to start driving. Your best bet is to start with a car more or less like a Civic and study about the RX-7 before you decide to get one.
Nick
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