1983 Mazda RX-7 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

She performs, still hits those high revs like its nothing. I can spin through 2nd. The cornering ability of this vehicle is also not be underestimated or messed around with. If you can corner well, she can go around a corner as fast if not faster then any stock competition, 240s, 300's, supras, etc. She's built fairly well, I tend to break alot of bolts and whatnot, but it is a 83, things break and weakin over that kind of time. Still greats though, fresh cherry red paint job. She's not the cheapest car to drive though, I've done a lot of work to keep her on the road, but its all been fun. She's just to fun to let go.Nov 22, 2010

1st generation Mazda RX-7's where way before their time. Bold look with economy car fuel mileage and super car performance the RX-7 is a drivers car. High quality materials and workmanship go into the RX-7. Every screw, bolt, accessory and window is placed for a purpose and that purpose is to offer performance with the minimal loss of vehicle dynamics. 50/50 weight distribution, low curb weight, great suspension set up and aerodynamic body make a car that not only looks like a race car, but perform like one as well. Although the 1.1L Rotary engine does not have much torque, the low curb weight and carefully picked gear ratio and high rpm horsepower still make this car a quick and fast contender to european supercars. Mazda is the quiet car guru in the corner, not saying much but when they do say it, every word is thought out carefully. Durability way above expectations, although with very few moving parts, the Rotary engine does have flaws that require some knowledge of upkeep, car savvy people will find that despite the added upkeep that engine still provides a long lifetime if carefully maintained. Jan 10, 2010

For a 1983 model car I can still give most drivers a decent run for there money. Through windy roads of course, for straight line acceleration this car is not so quick. I have a custom exhaust, gilmer drive system, thermo fans instead of clutch fan, extend port 12a, extractors, 4.77 diff, front strut brace, koni suspension all round, king springs sport low etc etc. I love this car and all other rotary engined cars. You can rev the crap out of them so long as you treat them correctly and nothing will go wrong. The only thing that has failed so far is the water pump which I replaced myself easily. As far as looks go it's down to personal preference. This car is not economical, it chews the gas/petrol. This is mainly down to the modifications I have done though. It's great fun to drive anywhere, but especially on a track or through windy roads. Jun 29, 2008

With a svelte weight of only 2350 and a powerful 12A Wankel rotary this car has the power to scoot! It handles like a giant slot car, it just never stops gripping! I've already competed in an autocross (beating a Miata :P ) and drag raced it multiple times. Best pass is a 16.344@83.34 with a dead clutch (it has 230,000 miles). It's in the garage getting a new clutch now (that's why I'm greasy at the moment...) and should be back up and setting new best times any day!Apr 26, 2008