1988 Mazda RX7 10AE Turbo review from North America
"It's an incredible rotary rocket"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I purchased the car the engine and turbocharger required replacement. Since then, in 40,000 KM, nothing aside from tires and brakes.
General comments?
This car is FANTASTIC. Really really fast.
Incredible handling.
Decent ride, but I'm young so I don't mind too much. My father doesn't like the ride, but it's not his car...
The rear tires seem to wear rather quickly, but with 200HP on tap it's a small wonder.
Very well balanced for a 15 year old car, the handling never ceases to amaze me. I decided to put Yokohama a032R tires on it, and boy am I glad.. The car feels like I could stick it to the ceiling of my garage.
I drove this car for about a week in the winter, and then decided to park it.. these cars are NOT fun to drive in the winter, at all. I've got a Subaru Justy for that, now.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Intercooled turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 100000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Pontiac Fiero |
| Date of Entry | 31st July, 2003 |