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1982 Mazda Rx-7 Gs Coupe With Rare 6 Port Induction 1.1l 12a Rotary Engine on 2040-cars

US $2,875.00
Year:1982 Mileage:150100 Color: Red /
 Gray
Location:

The Colony, Texas, United States

The Colony, Texas, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.1L 1146CC R2 GAS Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: JM1FB3318C0618830
Year: 1982
Make: Mazda
Model: RX-7
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: GS Coupe 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 150,100
Exterior Color: Red
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Gray
Number of Cylinders: 2

I have a 1982 Mazda RX7 GS with a rarely seen carbureted 6 port induction 12A rotary engine. The car has 150k miles. The engine was installed in the mid 1990's as a in service replacement imported from Japan. This rare Mazda 6 port induction engine was never offered in the U.S.A. as a factory RX7 option. The mileage on the engine is unknown but my research from the past 2 owners (including the owner that installed the engine) reveals that it was not driven much since installation. There are no fluid leaks, does not smoke and has great compression, 130+ in both rotors. The average costs to overhaul a 12a rotary engine is around $3,000.00, much of a RX7's value is the condition of the engine and this one is in great shape. I have put about 2500 miles on this car with no major issues.

The known problems are the trip meter when reset will only run up to 10 miles and stops. The rear window defroster does not work, the tabs on the glass for the electrical connections have come off. The A/C blows cool but could use a can of Freon (R12). The manual windows roll up and down ok but need a little help to align correctly when reaching the top. The center console lid hinge is broken, I leave the lid off and use the open space for drinks etc since the car has no factory cup holders. The (outer) door window seals need to be replaced. The door seals are a bit rough but the car seals up well, I have noticed no water leaks to the interior during a hard rain. The dash has cracks in the area above the speedometer. The clutch may be getting a bit thin as it engages near the top of the travel and the car sometimes shutters when taking off from a stop but it shifts normally through all gears with no slippage. The seats are in good condition with a little tearing only on the side vinyl of the drivers seat. I have new black and red seat covers that are included with the sale. The car has a very nice aftermarket Alpine AM/FM/CD stereo. As you can see from the pictures the interior IMHO is in way above average condition for a 32 year old car.

I have replaced both rear wheel brake cylinders, installed new idler arm bushings and a new windshield. Performed tune up with new plugs, wires, cap & rotor. With the exception of the clutch issues the car starts easily & runs and drives great, the transmission (synchros) and rear end run smooth and quiet. The body has a few bumps and bruises with a few spots of light surface rust,  nothing serious or structural.  The left rear quarter panel needs some finish detail work before painting. Please review all the pictures in detail as they are part of the description.

This car is not a pristine museum piece but all things considered has been a nice daily driver for me.   If you are serious about getting a good 1st generation RX7 daily driver then you must take a close look at this one.  Please email with any questions.  The reason I am selling is that I have too many cars, about a dozen total and 6 are RX7's.  Others I may be selling in the future are a 1985 GSL-SE with 82K original miles,  a 1983 S car with some GS options and 123k original miles and last but not least a near perfect time capsule 1983 GSL survivor car with only 45k original miles that has been stored indoors all it's life with only 2 owners, I am the 2nd.  Thanks for looking and hope to find this car a good new home soon.

Please take a good look and ask all questions as the sale will be final.

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