rotarykid15

i was wondering what would be about the right range of price for an 93-97 mazda rx7 with under 50k miles on it and in good condition

viper_u27

people have their own variations of good condition, but i would guess between 12-17 thousand, depending on reliability mods.

theorie

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i just picked up my '94 with 29,xxx miles for $17,250 + $800 shipping on eBay.

HKNY

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i dont think you really have to be worried about 96-97+ rx7's in Maryland.Going through the FAQ's should get you up to speed.

rotarykid15

thanks cause ive seen some on ebay for 800-10,00 but i wasnt sure if they were relaible and i have found one of the rx7's in md its in my county too

scotty305

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Caveat Emptor. I highly doubt you can buy a 1993-1995 RX-7 for $8,000 and drive it home.



I'm not trying to **** in your Cheerios here, but we've heard quite a few sob stories from people who thought they were getting a "deal," when they were actually buying someone else's problems without knowing it. Remember, these are rare cars that are fast, good-looking and handle well; so lots of people want them, and not a lot of people are selling them. They also have a few weak points, and a reputation for being unreliable. You'll probably need to perform major work ($3000-$7000) on any FD3S that can be found for less than $15k.



Learn the car's weaknesses, and decide if you're willing to live with them. Find the RX-7 review on epinions.com and read it at least three times . Research the Reliability Mods. Find out what to look for when buying a used RX-7 (boost test, compression test, maintenance history, and I'd also check the cooling system however you can). Decide if you can afford the maintenance, insurance, and fuel costs. Don't get discouraged if it takes a while to find an FD in good condition, some people have spent months looking for their RX-7s.



Good Luck,

-s-

rotarykid15

being 15 and that i dont have a job a rx7 for 8000 and some issues will be easier for me to handle seeing as im not going to get it tagged for awhile so can work on it

rotarykid15

thanx scotty for the info good choice on reminding me about that hate that stuff

DarkLikePoe

How many cars have you driven? How many high-powered rear-wheel-drive cars have your driven? I'm not trying to be a jerk, but have you considered the idea that for too many teenagers, an expensive sports car rapidly turns into a high-powered sports coffin? Three kids at my high school alone wrapped themselves and their cars around trees, telephone poles, and in one VERY tragic incident, a pedestrian!

I'm not saying "don't get an RX-7." I will say, however, that there are other fun and honestly, safer RWD platforms out there, and for MUCH less than the FD. I mean, for $5000, you can get a decent FC3S or a nice Nissan S13. Both cars are arguably less expensive to maintain, and both are recognized as GREAT platforms to start from.

Just my $0.02.

Authentikdit

Okay..You are looking for a good condition FD with less than 50k miles for $8k?I think you need to be realistic..You can't possibly know all the maintenance this car requires to think that you will be able to handle it at 15 with no job..It's fine to poke around here and learn as much as you can,but do just that..Learn as much as you can first,because you will need it

rynberg

Do not buy an FD. Period. End of story. Come back when you have driving experience and expendable money. Not being a dick, just telling it to you straight.

pugg57

agreed. its for your own good.

rotarykid15

at my school we had a kid wreck his parents bmw around a pole the driver was killed and his friends severly injured. and the rx7 is a car i like to look at and would like to learn more about. thats why i joined this site i was explaining my question but thank some of you for being respectable. A rx7 is a car i wouldnt even consider driving to scholl or around town because my town is a death trap one because the kids at my school are ******** and they key cars alot especially if they dont like you. Thats why i was wondering about one that needed some work so ppl just gimme a fricking break no offense plz but im just asking and i would liek to learn more i jsut wanted to learn more about them and there price but i wasnt asking for critiscism thanx

rotarykid15

"It's fine to poke around here and learn as much as you can,but do just that..Learn as much as you can first,because you will need it'

i like the last pat of his idea i jsut wanted to learn so cut me some slack i just wanted to learn about the 3rd generation rx7 and you guys are like trying to kill me on it

HKNY

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at 15 your nowhere near ready for an FD. The maintenence on these cars is no joke and can quickly devour even a healthy bank account.Look around search the FAQs and 4 or 5 years down the line start looking to buy an FD if you still want one.The guys on the forum are straight shooters and this scenario comes up weekly, as do the sad stories of what happens to owners who are not yet prepared to own such a car.That being said good luck with whatever you do.

Rx72Heaven

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true, he never said hes going to buy one, he only asked how much they'd be worth. You guys blew it out of proportion.

A good cond FD, low KM you looking at 13-18k.

scotty305

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I agree with the other guys; at 15 years old you don't have enough driving experience to safely operate a car with this much power.


Personally, I learned to drive in a hand-me-down 1986 Honda Accord, with 70-80hp and an automatic transmission. You should start with something that doesn't have a lot of power: it will let you learn and make mistakes (because EVERYONE makes mistakes when they're still learning) without killing yourself.

I think it's best to learn in a car with an automatic-transmission, because you can focus more on steering, braking, and accelerating without having to worry about the clutch. I kept the Accord until I was 19, then purchased a 2000 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS. It had 165hp and all-wheel-drive, so it had plenty of power and handled great. I learned to drive properly in the Subaru, it had a manual transmission and there were tons of aftermarket parts available to improve the car's suspension and handling. I started autocrossing and learning how to drive well in a safe environment. After that I picked up a rear-wheel drive Corolla and developed a love for well-balanced RWD cars. A few years later, I test drove an RX-7 and decided I wanted to own one.

Here's the important part of this story: I beat the crap out of that poor Accord, because I didn't know any better. Everyone makes rookie mistakes like accidentally clipping the curb when parking, driving a little too close to the side of bridges and scratching the side mirrors, or driving a mile without realizing that the handbrake is still dragging a little bit. It's better to make these sort of mistakes on cheap cars than on expensive cars.


If you want to be stubborn and own a rotary-powered sportscar when you're still learning to drive, I recommend you start with a non-turbocharged RX-7. Check out the first- and second-generation RX-7's, they are a TON of fun to drive. I love driving my friends' 84-88 models, because they feel just like my car but a little slower: you can focus on the corners a little better, because you don't have to hit the brakes as hard and you've got more time to react.


Hope this helps,
-scott-

scotty305

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This forum is a pretty good place to learn, but keep in mind that most of the people here are college graduates with steady careers. We can (or should be able to) afford to drop $5,000 into a new engine if the car needs it.

Spend some time reading the FAQ section, it is a great source of information. There's so much info there that I go back and read it every month or two, and I'll usually notice something new that I didn't catch before.

-s-

Rx72Heaven

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He asked how much one would be, not to buy it only for knowlage. He never said he had experence, or that he wishes to buy one. Stop assuming things, and read the 1st post.

rotarykid15

thank god someone actually reads the first post instead of the last!

aoc007

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If you're only 15 and don't have a job it's going to cost you a lot of money also.

rotarykid15

duh i know that thats why i plan on getting one later in life when i can afford it

Rx72Heaven

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lol, some people....

rynberg

If you are just wanting to learn more....then do that -- that's why we have a FAQ thread, a link to the technical manuals, the archives, and the search function. There's literally hundreds of hours of reading material right there that will tell you everything you need to know.