Hello all. I currently own an MR2 but am hoping to make the leap up to bigger power numbers by purchasing an RX-7, 300Z, or Supra. I am most interested in the Mazda, but have been warned that the rotary twin turbo engine can be very exspensive to repair/upgrade. I've seen a few RX-7's around for sale that seem like good deals. My question is, how reliable are RX-7's? Am I getting in over my head buying a used twin turbo car with 50,000+ miles? I've never owned a turbo car or a car with high mileage. Can anyone give me advice?

thanks for your help!

 

ah, found some good info using the search...that's why that's there!

Sorry for the newb mentality.

 

https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showth...threadid=68640

 

Way to cover up yourself before the flameage MR2Dude, good job. Remeber always use the search. The first two pages will be people saying use the search, but keep lookin'. Laters

 

I had never owned a turbo either. I've had higher-mileage cars, but never worked on them much. I purposely bought an RX-7 with very low miles, so I have time to learn a little before things go wrong.

But as you are no doubt finding out, the consenus is that they are not reliable cars but that it is possible to keep one running if you are dedicated enough. Most RX-7 owners REALLY love their cars, so they are willing to bleed their knuckles and/or spend money.

 

Funny you should say that. Cause everytime my hands explore the engine, I come up w/ bloody fingers.

 

Oh and btw, best way to get the most realibiltiy out of your FD, keep it bone stock w/ r. mods. That'll get you a long way.

 

I agree. my friend has an mr2, its NA, but its reliable. Going to an FD might bring u a little bit more hassle, but if u want the car and are dedicated, go for it.