what rx7 am i looking at

[gaz 7470]

hi im a newbie to the rx7 scene and are about to go a view one this weekend but the owner dosent know what type it is (eg type r /rs etc)
its a 1996 model (n plate) imported about 3 years ago its got the 2+2 seats could any one enlighten me many thanks in advange

[sadgoth]

Welcome to the club! Hope the car is a good-un cause once you drive it you won\'t be able to say no!!!

check out this thread should help: http://www.mazdarotaryclub.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=394

need a bit more info to be able to tell for sure though

[gaz 7470]

hi thanks for the speedy reply looked at the thread you shown still a little unsure of the model though the owner has told me its 260bhp its got no sunroof no rear wiper is that any more help
this one im looking at has 59000 on the clock with full service history documents to prove but i have been reading in the threads the rx7 requires a engine build at around 60000 but i thought its best to ask u guys whos owned rx7 s before

[johnf]

Where you going to view it?

[gaz 7470]

hi im viewing it at the owners address

[sadgoth]

still could be one of a few models, I can tell you it isn\'t an RZ or RS as they were 2 seaters, probably won\'t be a touring x as at that point they were autos I believe. Leaves you with Type R, RB, RB Bathurst. If you don\'t mind me asking, what sort of price is it up for? With that mileage you are going to need to factor in the cost of a rebuild in the near future. 60k is a guideline figure, some last less many last more, but over 60k think in terms of borrowed time!

[johnf]

I asked where you were viewing cuz if it was local I\'d come along and have a look with you, not that I\'m any great expert but thought it wouldn\'t do any harm.

[gaz 7470]

hi thanks for the offer but ive gotta go to milton keynes to view the car the asking price is£8950 but i was gonna try for £8000 do u think im taking a risk buying it with the amount of miles on it

[sadgoth]

I\'m guessing it\'s this one? http://www.mazdarotaryclub.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=5207

looks tidy, for that sort of money on a 96 car, I\'d say it\'s a good price, but make sure you have the money in reserve for a rebuild

[scooby_si]

As said always guna be a good idea to have sum cash on standby as such but otherwise sounds promising......
When you off to see it?
Si (AKA another ignorant volunteer to help where possible http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008\' target=\'_blank\'>http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_17_206.gif\' border=0>)

[gaz 7470]

gonna go on friday to see it any ideas  on what type it is .i think im looking on the bleak side of having it and within a week or two the engine giving up.any of you guys no of any rotary mechanics in the area ?

[scooby_si]

yes & no, yes there\'s Hurley in Cov, NO i wouldn\'t ever use them again. I now use Pip @ WGT up the M6 Northwich way :god
Shame i\'m working Friday http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008\' target=\'_blank\'>http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/3/3_4_100.gif\' border=0>
Si

[scooby_si]

PS model wise shouldn\'t worry too much as only UK uns tend to have sunroof as i recall & true milage may signify a rebuild aint far off (presuming no rebuild already) i thought most 96 models were 265 as standard so it maybe one of the tourer type models which were slightly less as i recall, read not 100% but then memory is a little shot to remember all of Brians essay http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008\' target=\'_blank\'>http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/3/3_3_5.gif\' border=0> lol, to be honest thou i dont think there is a great deal between the various models as standard anyhow & there\'s the list of optional extras & aftermarket mods which can make sumin into anything......
Best bet is ensure it\'s in a standard your expecting, with budget or wotever, & how it\'s been treated as all the models come with quickness as standard init http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008\' target=\'_blank\'>http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/26/26_9_12.gif\' border=0>
Si