I already have an FD, but I recently found a new one with zero mileage. The problem is that the car has been idle for almost 13 years. Do you think There will be any problems with silentblocks, plastic parts, hoses or anything else? The car is a 1995 model and it was used only for exhibition for a company (so I am certain about mileage and perfect condition). Thank you in advance.

 

O.o
Has the oil been changed over the years?
Oil that long......
Fuel that long.....
Cooling fluid that long.....
Ruber hoses that long....

If it was properly stored, you MAY be OK on everything that's ruber...
Still, was it started from time to time? (not yearly, more please...)
Change the oil, fuel and coolant before you even start the car please....

 

It has never been started, never oil/fluid/etc. changed.
I am also nervous about hoses... Anything else?

 

That is too cool.

I imagine you're buying it as a collectible, and not to drive it around.

I suspect you may have some compression issues. Hoses should be ok. Hopefully they started it from time to time even if it never moved.

The engine coolant, having never seen use, should probably not have damaged anything in the cooling system.

If you want to drive it around regularly I think you'll have some things to fix. The engine seals may be set and not provide good compression. However if you're going to keep it as a collectible it should start and run just fine.

 

I will certainly drive it regularly. I love this car too much to just leave it sitting.
What was that about seals? Do you believe I will have problems after buying it? Thank you anyway.

 

And what about compression? Why should it be low, since the engine has never been used?

 

That actually makes me sad. There will never be another 0 mile RX-7 if you drive this one.

Compression can be low because the metal springs under the apex seals can take a set. If the engine was run periodically this is not as likely to happen. I would run a compression test.

 

hey you got any pics of it. i want to see a never driven RX-7

 

Don't be cruel, could you have a perfect RX7 and just watch it sitting?
I will ask the seller for a compression test. Never thought there would be a problem with a never driven engine.
I will post some pictures tomorrow.

 

i ve always been against the idea of having a fd without moving it at least once a week..parts will keep braking in a short period of time. but go through the FAQ and post some pics.

 

Where is the Car located? how was it stored?

what is the story behind it?

is this a dependable source?

it wasn't even driven short distances over the last 13 years?

it was never registered?


sorry i'm a pessimist

 

IMO, you should put a small amount of oil (Marvel Mystery Oil, 2-stroke oil, etc.) in the plug holes before you even crank it, even for a compression test. It's likely the rotor housings are VERY dry if it hasn't been run, and this may help keeping from damaging seals, tec, on start-up.

Also, ABSOLUTELY change the gas, oil, and coolant before starting it.

 

Quietly drooling in my own little corner.

 

Yes, I could. I have one that is in good running condition, I can drive that instead. It's a machine, not a person or animal.

In my mind the bigger sadness comes from there being a perfectly unused example of the car that gets worn out by just another owner driving it around. In 2 years it will be just like any other good FD.

An FD with zero miles can remain a collectible, possibly the most collectible in the world.

Dave

 

Dave.

IMO, you're absolutely correct. Having a zero-mile FD is like having a priceless jewel.

This is a car that should be kept below 100 miles (maybe just taken to car shows) in perfect condition, and someday be part of an exclusive collection so enthusiasts can see it.

To wear it out, IMO, would be a real waste, not to mention the lost value if you wanted to sell it.

 

that's so enviously awsome. congrats

 

Agree with everything being said. If you want a low mileage driver, go out and find one in the 25 to 35K range. This one should be saved for the collector community. The lower the mileage the higher the future value (IMO). To turn it into a daily driver would be wrong, wrong, wrong.

 

How much is this car? I'm sure it would go for quite a bit of cash-ola!

 

I'd love to see the pictures... Would be amazing if it was a silver r2

 

What's the point of making it a collector car? Drive the car and have fun with it!

 

What are the overall production numbers for fds around the world? Not just in the states?

Its a rare find but I think it is still debateable if these cars will ever reach true collectors status. I say drive the wheels off of it and enjoy every second of it.

 

I don't even know what to say. That is amazing. Congrats times a bazillion

 

+1.

It is always great to have something in it's purest form. Driving now after so long would just taint the car and make it just another FD. I would get that one AND another one to drive around/mod.

Randy

 

The Gen 3 RX-7 is a modern-day classic. Add to that the fact that it's a '95, which had ultra low production numbers, and that makes the find even rarer and more valuable in the future.

Sad that more members on this board don't have the financial wherewithall to do what's right and preserve a classic.

 

it can't be 0 mile but congrats if your getting that car! so jealous!