just want to say hi to everyone...Im new to this site and want to learn more about rotary engine. In fact Im looking to buy one, but I want to make sure that I wont regret getting a mazda. I never had a mazda before, but open to any suggestions. thanks in advance.

 

welcome. mazdas are great cars. don't be afraid to ask questions and search around. alot of info here. and alot more on www.nopistons.com .

 

thanks for the reply. The thing is I just got approved for a car loan, and Im still deciding between the 87-92 Supra vs. Second gen Rx7 vs. 93-95 MR2's. I just want a reliable, fun, not really high cost maintenance, and fast car. What do you suggest?

 

I would suggest RX_7..... but i'm partial like that......
if you get a good nice one it would be like getting any nice car. will last awhile with the right care. if you get a bad one, well, who knows. just like any car. figure out wich one you like best and find a good one. i'm sure if you came out to our izzy's meet the second monday of the month someone would have no problem taking you for a ride.

 

Get an S5 T II. Close to stock so reliability is reasonable.

 

Doesnt matter what you get. Any Rx7 is going to be an awesome car...

 

get an FB with a 12a if youre really worried about reliabilty.

they are slow but more reliably then all else

 

if you want reliable, buy a new mazda 3.

Buying a 15 year old sports car is just purchasing a money pit... we all know because we are all there.

If you do choose to buy old, rx7's have the advantage over both the toyota's because there are a ton of used parts available cheap (relatively).

ya pays your money and ya takes your chances! good luck.

 

I would have to disagree with the above post, my 21 year old 85 FB has been daily driven for the two years I have owned it and I have put 15,xxx miles on it since buying it in 2004 for a total of 500$....I have had a few issues a. oil pan gasket that I choose to replace b. trailing ignitor that burned out c. front/rear brakes.

Those are the only things on my car that have broken/need replaced since I have onwned it, I take good care of my car and upgrade it along the way so that helps but you should speak for youre self when you throw a blanket over all rx7 as unreliable and a money pit.

Be smart about the car youre purchasing and if you do youre homework you too can find good running car that will be problem free.