1988 Mazda RX7 GTU review from North America
"The only car I have ever loved"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well I haven't had any problems with the car, even though there were so many miles on it.
I replaced the stock clutch at 165000 with a centerforce stage 3.
Now at 208000, I just lost an apex seal on rotor 2.
Blew off a muffler when I was cranking over the motor trying to un-flood it.
General comments?
I love RX7's. Ever since owning this one I have become a real enthusiast. I just wish more people in Charles County Maryland would feel the same. I am about to rebuild my motor with ceramic 2 piece 3mm apex seals, I've heard they're the best way to go.
Anyway, before the problems, the car ran great. Fast as hell and handled like a dream.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 13b rotary Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 208000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 10th August, 2001 |