1988 Mazda RX7 10th anniversary review from North America
"Nice, but need a few problems worked out"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
OK I bought the car about three months ago already turbo is making a ticking noise think it might be blown clutch was perfect when I got it, but the other day on my way the work the pedal went down to the floor and didn't not come back up I blead it and was fine and about 3 days later it's getting really soft again, but cannot find any leaks. The car smokes really bad, but don't know if it's the fuel pump or the injectors. And smells like gas really bad to the point where my eyes start burning.
General comments?
The car handles excellent I have an upgraded JDM turbo so it pulles very hard and the handling is outstanding. I have tein suspension handling is awesome, but I would highly recommend sway bars because the car has a lot of body roll, but besides the few problems it is an excellent car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1988 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 92380 miles |
| Most recent distance | 93050 miles |
| Date of Entry | 4th February, 2007 |