MyFastSOM

Hey guys, new to the board and I'm planning on buying a RX7 because I don't want to use the SS as much.

My question is, how reliable are these third gens?
Any big problems I should be aware of such as tranny, oil, clutch, etc...?
Any recommendation you guys think might be helpful?

Thanks I appreciate it!

OneBadRx7

Man you really need to search on this forum. There is a TON of information on their reliabilty and how to improve it.

jpandes

How to Buy a Used RX-7
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A Word about 3rd Generation RX-7 Reliability
Many people ask me about purchasing a 93-95 (3rd Gen) RX-7 as an only, daily driven car. These cars are not known for their reliability and they are absolutely scary in any amount of snow. Many, many people have had to replace their engines well before 100,000 miles. And an engine overhaul is expensive ($5000 or more with labor) because the engine must be completely removed from the car. The turbo control system is complex and prone to problems. Repair and upkeep can be expensive because the cars are rare and most Mazda dealers are not familiar with them. I've heard hundreds of horror stories from people that had minor problems that were diagnosed by their dealer as something much more expensive such as "

Click the link for more: http://www.rx7turboturbo.com/robrobinette/buyaused.htm

MyFastSOM

Sorry you guys beat me to it, I was doing a search and I found out all the info. I'm never buying a RX-7.

OneBadRx7

Whys that?

scratchjunkie

its okay...the rx7 doesnt want you either. only true ballers and pimps can tame a rotary.

MyFastSOM

After reading all the crap that happens, yeah right! After searching I herad about the $$$$ spent just for engines and how these things just blow them up like they are some kind of toy. Sweet Jesus these the number of horror stories is staggering! The risks are way too big. Thanks for your time though...

jpandes

I probably wouldn't have bought one either, if had I researched this board first! I'm really glad that I didn't. I love my FD

*this forum needs spell check!@#$%