Wost thing about RX7's???
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From: Charlottesville VA 22901
Originally posted by RedR1
StreetDemon, if you somehow decide to get the 7 with the exhaust already on it, see if the dealer will tell you who and how old the last owner was. Put it this way. If YOU owned an RX7, and were going to sell it, the last few days you owned the car, dont you think you would dog it out, just to get one last kick out of the car before you let it go? Especially if you already bought an exhaust for it (which means he may have street raced it)?
I know it may sound weird, but im a teen, and i know how teens act, so im just passing on what i currently know as so you wont waste money on a car on its last limbs.
StreetDemon, if you somehow decide to get the 7 with the exhaust already on it, see if the dealer will tell you who and how old the last owner was. Put it this way. If YOU owned an RX7, and were going to sell it, the last few days you owned the car, dont you think you would dog it out, just to get one last kick out of the car before you let it go? Especially if you already bought an exhaust for it (which means he may have street raced it)?
I know it may sound weird, but im a teen, and i know how teens act, so im just passing on what i currently know as so you wont waste money on a car on its last limbs.
) so drive it hard for 1/2 hour and if all is well you probably have yourself a good one. Of course do all the usual checks first - smoke under wot - see if exhaust smells sweet like anti freeze or good like gas - good vacuum good boost - check coolant for oil check oil for coolant - look for leaks were he or she parks the car - clutch should engage early - no rattling sounds in the drive line with clutch in or out - unsettle the car by tapping brakes and listen for odd noises such as clunking sound from the rear - push on all for corners to check shock and springs - etc.....If you enjoy sports cars there is nothing better for the money and they are worth every penny.
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From: Texas
I just bought my 93' R1 two weeks ago. Already, I am tired of idiots in stangs and camaros wanting some. At first it was cool. Now, I pick and choose.
One other thing...DO NOT buy a FD if you don't know how or want to wrench on a car. This is bad for some and great for us that enjoy the challenge!!!
One other thing...DO NOT buy a FD if you don't know how or want to wrench on a car. This is bad for some and great for us that enjoy the challenge!!!
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From: Hermosa Beach, CA
From an Impala to a 7??
You know this thing has only two seats right??? JK But seriously, do not expect to fit much of anything in this car. With my speaker box in the back, I can only fit small things in the trunk. But what the hell, I didn't get this car for haulin' lumber.
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You know this thing has only two seats right??? JK But seriously, do not expect to fit much of anything in this car. With my speaker box in the back, I can only fit small things in the trunk. But what the hell, I didn't get this car for haulin' lumber.
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I'll sell you mine if the price is right. Plus don't forget to add my sentimental attachment fee of $5000. It's a Pettit built engine and all. How about $22000? JK I just bought it and won't sell it. Sorry.
I think the worst thing is the car run too hot! Just about every wires and vaccum lines is almost readly to break. And the dam engine harness from mazda is like $1800 list price. Oh yea for a guy with a heavy foot like me
the Miles per gal. is not all that great...
the Miles per gal. is not all that great...
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Joined: Feb 2001
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From: The O.C.
I'll sell you mine if the price is right. Plus don't forget to add my sentimental attachment fee of $5000. It's a Pettit built engine and all. How about $22000? JK I just bought it and won't sell it. Sorry.
