I know Mazda went on to squeeze a lot of performance from the rotary engine in subsequent versions but for a daily driver with the oil burning and lousy mileage there were better options I didn't consider at the time (1991 when I bought it). My current Toyota Matrix rivals it performance wise but 1985 was a long time ago.

This rx7 was a hoot! GSL-SE with the fuel injected 13b meant it was quick, light, and handled great. I will own another one someday. I wish I would have hung onto this one and restored it instead of selling it for cheap.

performance of the mazda 12A rotory engine is very impressive. It will hold 8,000 RPM's all day long without a problem. Car is a blast to drive with the manual 5 speed transmission, and LSD rear end. Build quality is amazing for a car that is 25 years old she is in excellent shape, only has 84K miles. Appearance is very unique, in my opinion these where the best looking RX-7's ever built (1st Generation) Maintenance can be a little hard if you dont know how to work on the rotary engine. THIS CAR IS A BLAST TO DRIVE!

I have an 85 Rx7 GS. I got it last fall and mechnically restored over the winter. It runs really well with no rust anywhere. Hauls some butt with a few mods and looks good for a 25 year old car. I rebuilt and jetted the stock carb with mechanical secondaries. I also put a header and turbo muffler with no cats. Its not the fastest machine, but if you learn how to work the pedal and be on with the car you will love it.

Great looking auto,handles very well,is the rare GSl-SE five speed transmission model.Four wheel disc brakes,sun roof,interior leather trim,White sheep skin seat covers,factory air.power out side rear mirrors and windows.Color is REDStill turns 6000 if you drive that way,Good brakes(12,000 miles on them.Gets around 15 mpg in city and 25-28 mpg on high way @65-70 mph.My second one and I still enjoy driving it!