1990 Mazda RX7 GTU review from North America
"This is the most remarkable sports car I have ever driven!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It is remarkable that an engine this small can only obtain 18 miles per gallon, but the performance you receive back is worth the cost.
Short trips, such as from the driveway to the garage, will end any chance you have of starting the RX7 the next day. It is very sensitive to flooding and you dare not touch that gas pedal prior to turning the key, or you will spend the next 30 minutes trying to fire it up. If I remember the rules, it will fire up every time.
Although the car is excellent throughout, the cord seams in the seat covers are wearing thin, which is out of character with the rest of the fabric.
General comments?
This car is a thrill to drive.
It has the smoothest power I have ever experienced and corners without ever getting off the gas.
The wife hates it... simply jealous!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | rotary Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 26th April, 2001 |