1988 Mazda RX7 GLX review from North America
"Performance is great, but seldom, as it is always broke down"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine blew - replaced by dealer.
Wiper switch failed 3 times.
Ignition module failed. Mazda dealer diagnosed ignition coils
by his "Master Mechanic", so had it repaired at a specialty shop.
Poor starting, flooding etc., put a huge battery in it.
Door handle breaks - costs a small fortune.
Radio antenna never worked, so pulled it up and left it.
General comments?
I have had very unsatisfactory service from the dealer, and refuse to take the car there again.
I have complained to Mazda (Canada), without any satisfaction, as all their dealers are independent franchises.
I wouldn't deal with Mazda again if they were the only cars on Earth.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | rotary Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 130000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Delta 88 |
| Date of Entry | 20th April, 2002 |