Can Someone Decode this JDM VIN for me?
I do not know what year it is. And if it did come with extra mods from the factory.
Vin is FD3S-420506 Special edition TYP-RS-R Model Spec F137-21R It says RE 30th Anniversary on the RPM meter. Does that mean it a 98 model? |
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Tach sounds re-amemiya unless Mazda considers the r100, car 1. |
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This is a rare car. Mazda resumed production in the later half of 1997 with the serial numbers starting 42XXXX. Your car was manufactured on November 25, 1997, as 1998 model. Original paint code was PZ, the car is designated as Type RS-RD. It came as a four seater with 17" wheels, Bilstein Shocks and "hard suspension". As such it is a precursor of the Spirit R.
1998 designated models where the lowest production run of the various model years and so are, likely, more rare. Especially a top of the line model such as this. |
Originally Posted by Redbul
(Post 12198344)
This is a rare car. Mazda resumed production in the later half of 1997 with the serial numbers starting 42XXXX. Your car was manufactured on November 25, 1997, as 1998 model. Original paint code was PZ, the car is designated as Type RS-RD. It came as a four seater with 17" wheels, Bilstein Shocks and "hard suspension". As such it is a precursor of the Spirit R.
1998 designated models where the lowest production run of the various model years and so are, likely, more rare. Especially a top of the line model such as this. |
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Can I just hijack this thread?
I also wondered what year mine is, would be especially helpful when ordering parts. I read somewhere that the 3 after FD3S means its a Type 3 (of 6), so 03/1995–01/1996, is this correct? My VIN: FD3S300810 I will also add a picture of the vehicle information sticker. Its also a JDM car. |
Random Three
Not sure what the 3 means, The 2nd generation is nicknamed FC3S so ?
The JDM VIN start with 1,2,3,4,42,5,6 which correspond to "Versions" of the FD3S, typically denoting some upgrades to the cars. You will also hear of Series of RX7, roughly Series 1~3 are the first generation, Series 4~5, second generation, and Series 6,7 & 8 the third generation. Wikipedia goes into a fair amount of detail. (There is some discussion that Series 8 was a connotation made up by the Australians and not actually used by the company. Series 8 usually covers Versions 5 and 6 and is in common usage. Also referred to as Kouki - "later period") |
Originally Posted by Redbul
(Post 12199911)
Wikipedia goes into a fair amount of detail.
I didn't mean the 3 in FD3S but the 3 after that. This is what wikipedia says (Series 3). But it would be nice to know, when the car was built a little bit more precise. Where did you get the precise info of the car of the thread opener? |
Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12199912)
Yes, this is where I got the info with the Series (Not type) 3 from.
I didn't mean the 3 in FD3S but the 3 after that. This is what wikipedia says (Series 3). But it would be nice to know, when the car was built a little bit more precise. Where did you get the precise info of the car of the thread opener? |
I thought carfax is only for the US? The car only ran in Japan, the UK and than Germany.
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Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12199888)
Can I just hijack this thread?
I also wondered what year mine is, would be especially helpful when ordering parts. I read somewhere that the 3 after FD3S means its a Type 3 (of 6), so 03/1995–01/1996, is this correct? My VIN: FD3S300810 I will also add a picture of the vehicle information sticker. Its also a JDM car. |
Wow, thanks a lot!
But with that production date it wouldn't be a series 3, would it? Can there be any more infos obtained from the VIN or the other numbers, or just the production date? Where do you guys get that infos? |
Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12200660)
Wow, thanks a lot!
But with that production date it wouldn't be a series 3, would it? Can there be any more infos obtained from the VIN or the other numbers, or just the production date? Where do you guys get that infos? https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-gen-gene...sense-1103931/ |
Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12200660)
Wow, thanks a lot!
But with that production date it wouldn't be a series 3, would it? Can there be any more infos obtained from the VIN or the other numbers, or just the production date? Where do you guys get that infos? In theory the changeover time was March 1995, but it's possible your car among others was built in advance during a changeover period, or some completely different reasoning all together! Two easy ways to verify if yours is a Version 3; 1) is your rear view mirror double jointed? V3 cars were double jointed; 2) do you have a interior light in the boot? V3 cars had this deleted. |
Originally Posted by XPT
(Post 12200801)
Two easy ways to verify if yours is a Version 3; 1) is your rear view mirror double jointed? V3 cars were double jointed; 2) do you have a interior light in the boot? V3 cars had this deleted.
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As far as I understand it RX-7's (FB+FC+FD)exist in eight series.
Considering the FD only, we are only required to talk about Series numbers 6, 7 and 8. Series 6 is made up of FDs produced from production start (1991/1992) till a point in 1995. Series 7 FDs were produced following this point in 1995 to around the end of 1998 (so prior to the facelift and '99 spec upgrades). Series 8 FDs are then the remainder from the start of 1999 till end of production in 2002. So that is the "series" of FD explained. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now you are comfortable with that, the RX-7 FD exists in six versions: Versions 1 through to 6. Version 1 is really only the very earliest of cars produced in 1991 and 1992. These cars had the following features: Yellow Fog Lamps Rod end mount front strut bar end Silver gauge bezels Interior plastic parts painted Steel sunroof option Colours: Vintage Red; Silverstone metallic; Brilliant Black; Motego Blue mica; Competition Yellow mica And came in (from what I can find, so not necessarily exhaustive) at least 4 specifications: X, R and S; with the first iteration of the RZ (the RZ 1) starting production in October 1992. The RZ 1 offered the following specs: Brilliant Black Hard shocks Recaro Carbon Seats No back seat That's really all my knowledge of the Version 1 cars, I've never seen one in real life as I don't think the existed in the UK. (potentially not the US either but I have poor knowledge of the US side of things). Next was the Version 2. This forms the majority of UK spec and US spec cars from what I understand. These were manufactured between August 1993 to March 1995. These had some "refinements" over the version 1: Suspension refreshed (Rear softened) Added Rear stiffener bars to rear sub frame Two seater "R II" version White fog lamps Ridged mount front strut bar ends Front strut shaft cover changed shape Rear strut shaft cover changed from rubber to urethane Black gauge bezels Interior plastic parts new unpainted surface Speedo design change Ash tray replaced with arm rest console box Coin holder added Number plate holder changed to moulded type Aircon gas from R12 to R134a Optional 17" BBS wheels Optional sunroof changed to glass Colours: Vintage Red; Silverstone metallic; Brilliant Black; Motego Blue mica; Chaste White I count at least 6 models of Version two car excluding the extra variants that existed here in the UK and elsewhere where they messed about with what they included as standard or optional extras a bit for some reason. With these 6 models being: Touring X Touring S R R II Special editions: RZ 2 (October 1993) Brilliant Black 17" BBS wheels, Bilstien shocks, Full bucket front seats, Two seater Driver's Knee Pad Smallest production run Special Version Most expensive version (even more than a spirit R when new) and R II Bathurst: which was essentially the poor man's version of FD at the time. Cheapest FD ever produced but I'm not 100% on what the skimped on to make it so cheap... After March 1995 came the Version 3 cars which ran to around January 1996. Changes: Rear Wing changed to Dolphin type with two stays Rear view mirror double jointed Boot interior light deleted Optional 17" BBS wheels Optional glass sunroof Colours: Vintage Red; Silverstone metallic; Brilliant Black; Chaste White Here I record at least 5 model variants on top of the previous version models: Touring X - automatic, suede seats. R Bathurst R Bathurst X RZ 3 and the first version of the RS. Version 4 January 1996 to 1999. Changes: Computer changed to 16 bit Manual models gained a bit of power. Hard "Y" Pipe all changed to alloy Round tail lights (like 99 spec ones) Adjustable dash illumination deleted. Changed dash illumination from amber to green Last glass sunroof option Spare wheel changed from aluminium to steel Carpet changed from cut pile to loop pile All interior parts cost reduced (Mazda started cheaping out to reduce the costs) Colours: Vintage Red; Silverstone metallic; Brilliant Black; Chaste White I count 7 models for this: RB (the new base model) RB Bathurst Touring X (auto) RS (top of the line; bigger brake calipers and discs, 4.3 diff ratio, 4 seats, harder suspension) RB Bathurst X RS-R (Bilstein suspensioncame in new yellow colour exclusive to this model; Sunburst Yellow). With the start of Version 5 came the start of Series 8. Version 5 cars were made between January 1999 and September 2000 apparently. This version features the largest and most important changes Mazda made to the FD. Changes: Body 10 mm shorter due to new front bumper Integral number plate holder Bigger bumper mouth for newly design intakes for airbox and intercooler. Better air ducting for intercooler/airbox Lip spoiler with integral canards Combination lamps added (sidelights/indicators) New Rear wing with adjustable attack angle (4 positions) Fog lamps changed 35W to 55W New 17" wheels 6.72kg (lighter) Tyre changed Expedia S07 to Potenza S07 Rear glass tinted Mazda badge changed (gulwing style used still) Engine power up to 280p Muffler changed; 10% less back pressure and quieter Turbos changed; abraidable exhaust wheels Boost up 0.62 > 0.74 bar Bigger Radiator Changed oil metering 25% less power steering force and check valve added Suspension more mild damper changed from 297M to 149M Suspension setup changed ABS program changed Angled brake ducting Brake backing plates changed Wheels centre cap changed (to reflect new mazda badge) Passenger airbag Dash gauges smaller Nardi steering wheel with airbag oil pressure gauge changed to boost gauge Rev gauge, 0rpm now at six o'clock position. Colours: Vintage Red; Highlight silver metallic; Brilliant Black; Chaste White; Innocent Blue mica Models: (at least) RB RB-S Only these models below got the upgraded turbos and supporting systems for 280ps R RS - same extras as old RS model but with bilstein shocks and springs RZ - same as RS but with recaro seats and BBS wheels. Version 6 cars are still classed under the same Series (8), but featured big enough changes to warrant Mazda naming them another Version! Changes: ABS unit changed, 8 bit to 16 bit Electronic Brake Distribution added Clutch interlock added, clutch in required to start engine Silver gauge bezels come back White gauge faces Lower side impact bar added Colours: Vintage Red; Sunlight silver metallic; Brilliant Black; Pure White; Innocent Blue mica Models: Same ones as Version 5 but: An updated RZ (6) R bathurst R And the three Spirit R models: A, B and C (Mazda made 1503 Spirit R's not 1500 as people think :lol:. The rarest car out of all these is actually the Version 6/Series 8 RZ! Anyways, I'm not quite sure why Mazda bothered with this whole Version and Series thing, more confusing than helpful, but I hope some of the above is useful knowledge. |
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Excellent and extensive summary XPT! Very useful.
People may also wish to refer to Brain Long's "RX7 Mazda's Rotary Engine Sports Car" which was recently republished (I believe in the UK). One has to puzzle through the variants, but I suspect it comes out much as described above. It certainly gives more background into the thinking behind the variants. |
The "series 6 / 7/ 8" terminology originated in Australia or NZ I think, and it is really a misnomer.
S6 is 1991 - 1995. S7 is 1996 - 1998, most notable by the rear spoiler, round tail lights, and 16 bit ECU with 265ps. S8 is 1999 - 2002, having the facelift front bumper, adjustable rear wing, and 280ps model options. But there is so much more detail within those years, as noted in a post above. If you look at parts on RHD Japan for example, they use the correct JDM terms. Which correspond directly to the first digit of the JDM VIN.
Originally Posted by RHD Japan
Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type I 13B-REW (12/1991-09/1994)
Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type II 13B-REW (09/1994-03/1995) Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type III 13B-REW (09/1994-01/1996) Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type IV 13B-REW (01/1996-12/1998) Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type V 13B-REW (01/1999-09/2000) Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type VI 13B-REW (10/2000-08/2002) The Efini cars MAZDA EFINI RX7 catalog - reviews, pics, specs and prices | Goo-net Exchange The Mazda cars (Efini was dropped in 1997) MAZDA RX7 catalog - reviews, pics, specs and prices | Goo-net Exchange |
@ XPT: Wow, just... wow!
Thank you very much! @ PeloNZ: The Efini chart from Goo-net states that the last Type-R (II) was sold in 8/1993. But mine is a Series 3 (starting 3/1995) but the vehicle information sticker in the doorsill (See photo above) says its a Type-R.. So there is quite a big gap in time.. Can anyone say, what the differences where with the Type-R of this time? |
Type R
I just took a quick look at Brian Long's write up regarding the Type R in the period around when your car was made. Unfortunately, the description is vague. I note that your car is in fact a Type R "Special Edition". Which adds more confusion. Brian Long speaks of a special edition Type R being a Type RZ. Take a close look at your C pillars. Is there any remnant of an RZ sticker?
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Data Base snapshot
300800 Bathurst
300801 TRG-S (Touring S/Automatic) 300802 Type-R 300803 Bathurst 300808 Type-R 300809 Type-R2 300810 Type-R 300811 Type-R2 Type R had four seats and hard suspension; Type R2 had two seats and "normal control". Brian Long, on page 155 of his book confirms Type R2 was a two seat version of the Type R. He also mentions that a limited edition of Type R was introduced on October 1, 1994. Such car had 17 inch wheels. Given your car's manufacture date, it could be that Special Edition refers to this limited edition with 17 inch rims. |
No, there is nothing on the c-pillars.
Thanks a lot for the confirmation that its a Type-R! You guys are just great! :nod: |
What info can you guys get me on JMZFD13B200200019 ?
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USDM VIN Codes
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By converting it to a JDM vin: FD3S-200019
It seems like a Version 2 Type RII; Paint Code NU? I think that's Vintage Red? Produced on the 22nd of July 1993 Does that seem correct? I'm not sure if taking the last 6 digits of a US market VIN is the right way about this. If it's an RII it should have no rear seats |
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Originally Posted by XPT
(Post 12203458)
By converting it to a JDM vin: FD3S-200019
It seems like a Version 2 Type RII; Paint Code NU? I think that's Vintage Red? Produced on the 22nd of July 1993 Does that seem correct? I'm not sure if taking the last 6 digits of a US market VIN is the right way about this. If it's an RII it should have no rear seats I understand that USDM/CanadaDM, and likely the European models, ran separate VIN and so you can not reference the JDM Vin for these cars. I do not know if there is searchable USDM, or other, data base. My understanding is that Canada versions where likely assigned sequential numbers within USDM production with only the designation 1 for US and 2 for Canada being the difference. I have not seen definitive proof of this though. I note the last six digits are referred to as production serial numbers. I note that JDM production seemed to closely follow the sequence of the VIN. Likely indicating the VIN was assigned to the chassis early in the production process. |
Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12199888)
Can I just hijack this thread?
I also wondered what year mine is, would be especially helpful when ordering parts. I read somewhere that the 3 after FD3S means its a Type 3 (of 6), so 03/1995–01/1996, is this correct? My VIN: FD3S300810 I will also add a picture of the vehicle information sticker. Its also a JDM car. i'm curious does the vin on that sticker match the one stamped on the car? i only ask cause i have a page for looking up jdm vins and yours doesn't exist. i spose it doesn't really mean anything. i was also curious where that sticker came from. my 92 from japan didn't have anything like that. was it added by an exporter? |
Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12203299)
@ PeloNZ: The Efini chart from Goo-net states that the last Type-R (II) was sold in 8/1993. But mine is a Series 3 (starting 3/1995) but the vehicle information sticker in the doorsill (See photo above) says its a Type-R.. So there is quite a big gap in time..
Can anyone say, what the differences where with the Type-R of this time? According to this epc site ????? RX-7 ? ?????? FD3S - ???????????? your car was built 09/16/1994. Assuming that is correct, and it has been for other cars I've checked, that would make sense. I'm not sure what the detailed differences are beyond what was posted by XPT above.
Originally Posted by Redbul
(Post 12203300)
I just took a quick look at Brian Long's write up regarding the Type R in the period around when your car was made. Unfortunately, the description is vague. I note that your car is in fact a Type R "Special Edition". Which adds more confusion. Brian Long speaks of a special edition Type R being a Type RZ. Take a close look at your C pillars. Is there any remnant of an RZ sticker?
I actually wonder if it doesn't mean "special" in the english sense of the phrase. "GRADE Type R EDITION" might be all there is to it. Here are some examples of ID tags which I have been collecting https://goo.gl/eY8sSi |
I found one that uses the Special Edition section!
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...2b19d49651.jpg RX7 Type RB Bathurst VIN tag |
Originally Posted by Son1cB00m
(Post 12203534)
i'm curious does the vin on that sticker match the one stamped on the car? i only ask cause i have a page for looking up jdm vins and yours doesn't exist. i spose it doesn't really mean anything. i was also curious where that sticker came from. my 92 from japan didn't have anything like that. was it added by an exporter?
By the looks of it, I would say the sticker was put there by Mazda at the factory, but thats just an assumption though. |
I've only ever known one model of FD to have anything under the "Special Edition" header (aside from the picture above strangely), and that was the 1997 Bathurst X (which is quite misleading as other than it's limited build number it didn't have much to warrant being called special...
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Apologies for the double post; but I can confirm and clarify that all JDM vin stickers contain the Special Edition header, but as my post above explains I know of only one single model line that has something under it.
Spirit R's have completely different VIN stickers altogether so aren't really included in this discussion. |
Originally Posted by Son1cB00m
(Post 12203534)
i'm curious does the vin on that sticker match the one stamped on the car? i only ask cause i have a page for looking up jdm vins and yours doesn't exist. i spose it doesn't really mean anything. i was also curious where that sticker came from. my 92 from japan didn't have anything like that. was it added by an exporter?
I've already decoded this person's VIN, and it is a valid JDM VIN. results of the VIN check are posted above. Remember to add the "-" between the FD3S and the numbers, i.e. FD3S-123456. |
Originally Posted by Namxi
(Post 12203586)
Unfortunately I have no idea where the sticker came from and I haven't checked if the VIN there corresponds to the one on the car (I assume you mean below the windshield?), but will do tomorrow.
By the looks of it, I would say the sticker was put there by Mazda at the factory, but thats just an assumption though. Its probably just different because mine is way older. mine has a plate riveted on the firewall as well. no big deal. sounds like a pretty nice ride. |
S-Package vs Special Edition
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My 1999 Type RB seems to have come with the "S-Package". I had assumed the "special edition" on my tag referred to the "S-package". So the above is news to me. I am not sure if there is an indication of "S-package" on any of the data sheets or tags. The additions that Brian Long says came with the S-Package could be swapped in relatively easily. (rear spoiler, ZR-tires (16"), rear strut bar, foglamps, suede seats and stereo radio/cassette). These options added Y230,000 to the price according to Long.
I clearly see 1999 (and later) Type RB and Type RB S-Package named on the auction lists, so there is a likely a straight forward way to identify if the car initially came with "S-Package". Attachment 602447 |
Interesting, this is what my JDM FD's Code produced:
Year of production: 1992 Month of production: 1 Year of the numbering plan: No data The month on the numbering plan: No data Model code: F101-110 Model name: No data Modification: S Color of the body: J9 Color of the salon: FE2 Identification number (VDS): No data Catalogue number: AJFA03 Engine: No data Engine's options: No data Body type: No data Description of update: No data Transmission: No data Description of transmission: No data Compatible body: No data Advanced code: NIPPON Door style: No data Description of the body: No data Spec. equipment: No data My car was an auto, now a standard. If anyone has an idea of what number it was off the assembly line or can interpret the other codes, please do! Thanks for posting that VIN Decoder! |
Originally Posted by Redbul
(Post 12203744)
I clearly see 1999 (and later) Type RB and Type RB S-Package named on the auction lists, so there is a likely a straight forward way to identify if the car initially came with "S-Package". Attachment 602447 On VIN checks the RB-S show up as just RB, without having access to Mazda's own database (a member on the Aus forums used to have the full FD database), I doubt the VINs will ever tell us much more. |
Pretty Stock
My car was an auction car out of Japan. It was mostly stock save for a Kakimoto muffler and TriForce Zelda wheels. It had the spoiler, fog lights, velour seats, rear strut bar (and privacy cover), which seem to have come with the car, but could have been added. The backlight is clear.
Based on the cars flowing through the auction houses (about 20 cars a week) it seems RB-S outnumbered RB by about 2-1. |
Just seen this older thread.
would someone be able to give any info on chassis number FD3S-406195 Thanks https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...08deab2ee.jpeg |
Originally Posted by gaj1972
(Post 12467640)
Just seen this older thread.
would someone be able to give any info on chassis number FD3S-406195 Thanks https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...08deab2ee.jpeg Obvious stuff like Silverstone silver metallic exterior paint, no sunroof. Vin was assigned (build date?) on the 28th March 1997. That's about all I have, sorry. Not really anything new aside from the build date I guess. |
Originally Posted by XPT
(Post 12467677)
I can't find much more than what you already have on the sticker sadly. But I can confirm it is indeed a Version 4 Type-RS (265 PS), so would have come with the bigger front brakes (and 17" wheels), harder shock absorbers, and 4.3 final drive ratio.
Obvious stuff like Silverstone silver metallic exterior paint, no sunroof. Vin was assigned (build date?) on the 28th March 1997. That's about all I have, sorry. Not really anything new aside from the build date I guess. just one question. I thought the RS’s were 280ps? |
Originally Posted by gaj1972
(Post 12467679)
Hi, and thanks for that XPT.
just one question. I thought the RS’s were 280ps? Nah, the revised (abraidable seal) turbos which brought the PS figure up to 280 didn't come in until the Version 5 1999 spec cars along with the facelift and the vast array of other changes at that time point. Between 1996 and the end of the 1998 production series, the manual cars got a 10PS power increase (255 to 265) over the pre-1996 cars. So the 1995 RS model would have been a 255PS car. So you have to know the year/version number as well as the model type to determine the stock PS figure! Always hard to say what the current figures might be, since it's possible your car may have been rebuilt and ported or had a set of turbos from one of the various tuning houses in Japan (+ a tune)[or perhaps some work here in the UK if you aren't the first UK-based owner!]. But in it's totally original form back in 1997 it would have been a 265PS car :) |
Thanks again!🙂
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What is My Vin? It's got the R.E Amemiya Plate.
Can you guys tell me about this Car?
And Is it worth saving from being cut up? VIN placard Model: E-FD3S [Paint] PZ VEHICLE NO. I.D : FD3S-101154 The RE Plate reads like this: R.E. (Amemiya Symbols) Always ahead with the latest innvation. Frame No. 101154 Serial No. RE-303 . RE AMEMIYA Co. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...21e0500103.jpg I located a A-Pillar "Half-Car" Front Clip and can get a "Cut and Shut" weld job done to put the replacement front end on it. If it's worth the trouble! Because I honestly would hate to cut it up because I can't transfer it due to the Salvage Title..if I can Repair it then I can get a Rebuilt Title. But I have to know if it's worth the endeavor. Because I am getting the picture that it's going to be an expensive fix. Let me know some kind of history for this thing because I hear it's a Precursor 92 Icon Car that was Raced but I am new to the Forum and I have no idea how to specifically look up the stuff, can someone throw me a bone and/or give me a hand please? It would be greatly appreciated. Thanks https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...70f7dd724e.jpg Oversized wheel lip caught the Pinchweld and torqued the entire apron inward, compromising the sidemember, the tire then proceeded to shove itself into the Strut tower. A quality strut tower bar, correct width steer wheels and sidebar fender frame brackets could of potentially prevented this.. https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...9ad7ca349f.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...2eff627f3d.jpg You can see where the lip of the Wheel snapped off from catching the pinchweld. https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...98db8e623d.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...d0dc794882.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...9a1a142628.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...de7a31daf1.jpg |
Maybe also pitch your enquiry on the Australia forum.
Friend down there just sold his mashed-in-front S8 for A$25,000. The Aussies may have a greater appreciation of what an early RHD RE-A build chassis might be worth. @billyboy Also check into container rates to Sydney. https://www.fdrx7.com/ |
Can't say I've seen any of the "specials" down here as registered cars, race and rally imports or parts cars would be the most likely options.
Fer instance, before getting too deep into details, headlights and filters straight up would present problems getting compliance and require change to oem. The car has come up somewhere here before too and the guy was intending to space frame the front end from memory. Never tried, is RE any good on the communication, might be worthwhile contacting them? The $500 project FD we have at the moment is virtually the same, even down to the colour.......front end damage, firewall forward drilled and cut off. Quite the stash of housings there! |
Originally Posted by Seelen Schlachter
(Post 12501307)
Can you guys tell me about this Car?
And Is it worth saving from being cut up? Definitely not worth doing the massive amount of body work it would take to put it back together. Dale |
I agree with Dale here. Overwhelmingly likely not worth the expense to fix.
Likely some sort of light RE-A aftermarket package fitted to an otherwise normal FD, or other work performed by them sufficient enough to warrant them popping their own RE-A plate on it. RE-A would possibly have logs on what they did to the car, if you really wanted to check. |
It might be worth a look through the Japan auction data to see what sort of premiuim (if any) this kind of pro-shop mod-cars sell at at market. There usually some reference to that in the summary of the trades.
JAPANESE AUCTIONS - b-pro.ca Note , the above site comes up as "not secure" on my computer. Looks like you may have to set up an account at B-pro. https://b-pro.ca/ Better yet give "Brian" a call and see if he has any insight. |
Hijacking the thread
Hey, I've been looking for a while and I haven't been able to find any info on the original paint code and trim level on a 1992 RX7, it was imported from Japan. The chassis code is fd3s-114808 Any help is appreciated!!
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...127753987c.jpg |
Is the door sticker still there. Driverside door jam?
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