New time Rx-7 Buyer! Questions inside/Advice welcome!
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New time Rx-7 Buyer! Questions inside/Advice welcome!
Hey guys!
I've been interested in RX-7's for quite some time and decided to break down and get close to purchasing one. I read through some informational threads here but I figured I'd go ahead and get some opinions!
I'm looking at a 2nd gen 1991 turboII 5spd with 89k miles, fully rebuilt updated J-spec engine. Owner says it's pushing 389 RWHP, 321tq @22psi.
Now, to the questions. This would obviously be my first 7 and a daily driver at that. I know the owner has used it as a daily driver as well and has always taken care of it (they all say that ). He's originally asking $8800, as of now I was told if I bring $7,000 cash it's mine. Seems like a sweet deal and an awesome ride but that's why I'm here!
Is there anything I should know about these cars that I possibly missed out on? Or heck, is it not even worth the cash? Just looking for any help from all you 7 heads out there . (Sorry for the vague open ended question, figured you guys could tell me what you feel is needed)
Upgrades:
wide band 02 sensor and gauge
apexi2 SAFC
blitz 2.bar boost gauge
mk1 short throw shifter
ACT extreme pressure plate
ACT 4puck solid ceramic disc
ACT prolite flywheel aluminum
Tial BOV + 42mm Tial wastegate
walbro 255 pump
aluminum under drive double pulleys
optima battery moved behind driver seat
fresh, fresh precision Ball Bearing bbc61 turbo rated at 45 lbs ($1360)
custome 3inch downpipe V-clamped to turbo
HKS titanium catback exhaust
F+R zinc drilled rotors
motegi 19x8.5 F 19x9.5 R with 235 & 265
10mm magnacore wires
blue HID
JDM factory front lip
Some images of the car:
http://img217.imageshack.us/my.php?i...sc00072pj2.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00077sm2.jpg
http://img216.imageshack.us/my.php?i...sc00086yw4.jpg
http://img218.imageshack.us/my.php?i...sc00088ty4.jpg
Thank you!
-Karl
I've been interested in RX-7's for quite some time and decided to break down and get close to purchasing one. I read through some informational threads here but I figured I'd go ahead and get some opinions!
I'm looking at a 2nd gen 1991 turboII 5spd with 89k miles, fully rebuilt updated J-spec engine. Owner says it's pushing 389 RWHP, 321tq @22psi.
Now, to the questions. This would obviously be my first 7 and a daily driver at that. I know the owner has used it as a daily driver as well and has always taken care of it (they all say that ). He's originally asking $8800, as of now I was told if I bring $7,000 cash it's mine. Seems like a sweet deal and an awesome ride but that's why I'm here!
Is there anything I should know about these cars that I possibly missed out on? Or heck, is it not even worth the cash? Just looking for any help from all you 7 heads out there . (Sorry for the vague open ended question, figured you guys could tell me what you feel is needed)
Upgrades:
wide band 02 sensor and gauge
apexi2 SAFC
blitz 2.bar boost gauge
mk1 short throw shifter
ACT extreme pressure plate
ACT 4puck solid ceramic disc
ACT prolite flywheel aluminum
Tial BOV + 42mm Tial wastegate
walbro 255 pump
aluminum under drive double pulleys
optima battery moved behind driver seat
fresh, fresh precision Ball Bearing bbc61 turbo rated at 45 lbs ($1360)
custome 3inch downpipe V-clamped to turbo
HKS titanium catback exhaust
F+R zinc drilled rotors
motegi 19x8.5 F 19x9.5 R with 235 & 265
10mm magnacore wires
blue HID
JDM factory front lip
Some images of the car:
http://img217.imageshack.us/my.php?i...sc00072pj2.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00077sm2.jpg
http://img216.imageshack.us/my.php?i...sc00086yw4.jpg
http://img218.imageshack.us/my.php?i...sc00088ty4.jpg
Thank you!
-Karl
Last edited by Sgt Fox; 01-27-09 at 05:35 PM.