R1 vs. Touring Model
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R1 vs. Touring Model
Been looking for an 3rd gen RX7 lately and trying to learn as much as possible before I dive in and buy one. From what I have read there are only 2 models available and those are the R1 and touring models.
What are the main differences? How do you tell the difference between the two models.
Benefits, options, etc.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
What are the main differences? How do you tell the difference between the two models.
Benefits, options, etc.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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9) What is an R1? What is a touring?
Different option packages. The R1 was the sport version in 1993, and the R2 was the equivalent sport version from 94-95. R1/R2s have different suspension, synthetic suede seat covers, an extra oil cooler, front lip and rear spoiler, were not available with automatic transmissions, and more. The Touring (similar to the PEP and PEG) has conveniences like Bose stereo, foglights, leather seats, moonroof or sunroof. The Base model could have some of these options added. It is possible to mix/match these optional components yourself, so when shopping it can be tricky to identify the option package. The option package is not in the VIN code, however you may use the VIN code to request the build sheet from Mazda which contains details of the original factory configuration. See the links for detailed info.
https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-generation-specific-1993-2002-16/faq-3rd-gen-other-useful-links-68640/
Different option packages. The R1 was the sport version in 1993, and the R2 was the equivalent sport version from 94-95. R1/R2s have different suspension, synthetic suede seat covers, an extra oil cooler, front lip and rear spoiler, were not available with automatic transmissions, and more. The Touring (similar to the PEP and PEG) has conveniences like Bose stereo, foglights, leather seats, moonroof or sunroof. The Base model could have some of these options added. It is possible to mix/match these optional components yourself, so when shopping it can be tricky to identify the option package. The option package is not in the VIN code, however you may use the VIN code to request the build sheet from Mazda which contains details of the original factory configuration. See the links for detailed info.
https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-generation-specific-1993-2002-16/faq-3rd-gen-other-useful-links-68640/
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Depends what you want to do with the car and if you want a sunroof or not. You can buy most of the stuff to make the car like the r1 i.e. dual oil coolers and stiffer suspension. Whats your goal? that might help.
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can find them on ebay but be careful most people selling them dont include the sides( where the speakers go) which you need to fit it right as well as give you extra seat belts. Then maybe get a touring, I love my sunroof and you can make up for the lack of rigidity in other ways.
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p.s I got leather seats out of a 2000 if you want to trade to leather
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The nice thing about the synth-O-Suede is not sliding all over like leather;
I guess that's just preference.
I don't think the r1's had the rear wiper either.....
Just try to find one that's been taken care of.
good luck
I guess that's just preference.
I don't think the r1's had the rear wiper either.....
Just try to find one that's been taken care of.
good luck
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