2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992) 1986-1992 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections.

HELP!!Strangely optioned 1986 RX-7???

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 07-16-04 | 11:32 AM
  #1  
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
From: Albuquerque, NM
Question HELP!!Strangely optioned 1986 RX-7???

HELP HELP HELP HELP
Experts needed!! I thought that I was!
What the hell model did I buy
???????????????????????????????????
This is my sixth RX-7. It is a 1986. I bought it from the original owner, and I still have not titled it. The title is actually showing the FC to be a 1985, although it is a second gen. coupe. Original motor went 275,200 miles until serious overheat. The following confusing options are on the car. The original owner claimed this car to be a GTU, but I know that model was not available with this option list:
1. Car has no rear storage bins AND no rear seat???
2. Car has the Sport package with "Gatorbacks" and Mazda AERO Body Kit, along with flat deck Mazda spoiler
3. Car has GXL style 4 piston calipers (F)
4. Car has 4.30 LSD Rear axle ???
5. Car has CRUISE CONTROL
6. Car has Factory aluminum hood???
7. Car has no power options
8. Car has no sunroof
9. 5 speed, AC, all other Standard features
10. Factory 100 WATT STEREO
11. The instrument panel contains a red light that flashes if the car begins to overheat???
12. Car has the electric adjustable rear suspension, but NO POWER MIRRORS?

The original owner is 65. I beleive that the car was order this way from Mazda, but I do not understand his insisting the car is a GTU. Could you mix GXL and SPORT option as you wanted when buying these cars?
Any help would be appreciated. I am about to drop in a LT1 V8 to replace the toasted rotary, but it would be a crime to modify such a seemingly rare and different FC.
Old 07-16-04 | 11:41 AM
  #2  
Turbo7MN's Avatar
S4 is sexay!
 
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 326
Likes: 0
From: East Central MN
There was no GTU offered in 1986. By no rear storage bins, do you mean there is carpet where the bin openings are supposed to be? I've never seen that in any car other than a base model (mine has it). Are you 100% sure its a 4.30 LSD? I thought they were only on Turbo II models, and those wouldnt fit on an N/A unless the entire drivetrain was swapped. BUT, If it has no sunroof though it HAS to be a base model.

I would say it was a base model with a LOT of custom work done on it.
Old 07-16-04 | 11:52 AM
  #3  
OverDriven's Avatar
Rotary Enthusiast
 
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 938
Likes: 0
From: VA
Well to start with, if the title is showing it as an 85 then I would be asking some questions. Perhaps the VIN was swapped? Do a carfax on the vin and see what comes up.

-Joe
Old 07-16-04 | 12:16 PM
  #4  
Icemark's Avatar
Former Moderator. RIP Icemark.
 
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 25,896
Likes: 20
From: Rohnert Park CA
You have a mixed half breed... probably parts put together from a couple cars. but mostly a 86 Sport.

I doubt you have 4.3 LSD rear end... infact I would bet money you do not, or that the car did not come with it, as the 4.3 rear end was not even available in Japan in 89

And the redlight on the dash is for Electric suplimental Fan failure... not overheating.

What is the VIN? an 85 or an 86 (I know already, but it sounds like you do not, but we can confirm it here).

And in the future, please only hit submit once when posting... I deleted your other 4 threads on this

Last edited by Icemark; 07-16-04 at 12:20 PM.
Old 07-16-04 | 12:20 PM
  #5  
Agent_D's Avatar
rawr
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 2,331
Likes: 0
From: Silver City, NM
the 4.3's only came on GTUs N/A S5's, all turbo's had the 4.10's that i know of.

my 86 base has no bins or rear seats, the sport i used to own had no power mirros, but a/c and p/s, with no rear bins, with a LSD. its probably like icemark said, mixed and matched, but mostly sport.
Old 07-16-04 | 12:42 PM
  #6  
genII Drifter's Avatar
Senior Member
Tenured Member 05 Years
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 312
Likes: 0
From: in your mother
My base model had carpet covering the rear bins,

Do you have 5 lug wheels, I guess so since you have the 4 piston calipers

# 5 mine has
# 6 mine has
# 7 mine has
# 8 mine has

I don't know, sounds cool to me though.

Better than getting an 86 with nothing on it. got lucky i guess. Anyway enjoy
Old 07-16-04 | 01:19 PM
  #7  
$150FC's Avatar
Currently Winning
 
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 2,438
Likes: 0
From: Birmingham, AL
A luxury coupe also has no bins or seats, like mine.
Old 07-18-04 | 11:52 AM
  #8  
Turbo7MN's Avatar
S4 is sexay!
 
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 326
Likes: 0
From: East Central MN
Post up the VIN#, maybe it was a VERY early model FC, I'd be able to tell by looking at the VIN.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
HalifaxFD
Canadian Forum
126
05-09-16 08:06 PM
Mrmatt3465
Interior / Exterior / Audio
8
09-17-15 02:28 PM
chiefmg
1st Generation Specific (1979-1985)
2
09-10-15 08:46 AM
Joe's_7
New Member RX-7 Technical
1
09-08-15 05:44 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:22 PM.