paymonm99

Ive been drivin the camry for a couple months, im good at it. I can trade it in for like $10K, I have $3K myself, and my parents will add a little more to it. Im thinking of these cars
http://www.123carlocator.com/95redrx7turbo/95rx7red.htm

http://www.123carlocator.com/93mazda..._black_rx7.htm

I REALLY like the black one. It looks beautiful, i live in houston (the same city as the dealer) so delivery wont be a problem, neither will cash. But is getting an auto RX-7 a bad idea? Maybe I should get the red one w/ stick? Are the miles on these cars too high? Too unreliable for a high-schooler?

Im not gonna mod the car at all. 100% BONE STOCK. Will I need to still get a Turbo Timer and warm up and cool down? I have no problem with chaning the oil every 1500miles. What else do I need to do?

Thanks!

Trexthe3rd

Bad, bad idea for a car. Not that I doubt you are willing to take care of the car or your mechanical capabilities but, this car is very very finicky. Even your statement of good intention is incorrect to start with. If you plan to have the car around for more than 20K miles, all reliability mods must be done (not maybe, must be), so keeping it "bone stock" is not a good thing.
I have owned 8 cars since I was 17. American, Japanese, German cars. I now have a Porsche and the RX-7, so I can speak from experience, this is not a car for a teenager. Start with an Integra or MX5 for a few years and work your way up.

adamlewis

Hey man...Not to be ragging on you...But just by your post, I can tell youre not ready to own one. You wont make enough money to maintain it. Just after getting one, you HAVE to spend somewhere around 5k to keep it reliable. And you wont be able to afford insurance on it. Plus you dont know anything about them. The only reason Id tell you to get one of those cars is so you can pop the motor and sell it cheap to me...Because I know itll happen to you.

cash money

yeah im 17, and i got a non running 93 that im going get the motor rebuilt and and get the car running, everyone is going to tell you aren't ready for an 3rd gen RX-7, im going to join in, but im going to tell you that you are, i drove my 91 for a year, i didn't get in any accident of didn't get any tickets,

but its still only one year of experience,

its a big jump from camry to 3rd gen rx7, they are very powerful and at time unpredicable, and they are high maintainance, i droped about 1500 in my maintainance in my 91 in thr last year, but if you are like me you aren't gonna listen to anyone and get one anyway, so with that in mind, if you go get one, remember these things, 1. insurance will be high, 2. there will be alot of maintainace costs especially if you don't do the work you self 3. you may kill yourself

so if you do get one some important thigns you might want get is, a downpipe, a boost gauge, maybe like a fuel computer (to avoid running lean), and a few other things

Zoomspeed

If you have a steady influx of money, your parents are willing to help you out with insurance, repairs, etc., and if you have a box of money in your closet incase your engine goes. Then go for it.
Definatly do your research and learn absolutly everything you can about these cars before hand though.

However, if you'll have to pay insurance yourself, or your still in school and just working part time and your parents aren't going to be there for you when you blow a motor then this car is probably not a good idea. If your in this boat and want a sports car I suggest the 87-92 turbo supras. The car isn't very expensive niether is insurance for it. It can be pretty quick without spending alot of money, and the engine is pretty sturdy when you get a metal head hasket on there.

If you do decide to get an FD, then get the one thats a stick. If you get an auto you'll most likely just regret it later.

Also if you get an FD be sure you do the reliablity mods. They would be:

1. Aluminum/eliminate AST $50-$150
2. Downpipe $200-$300
3. Boost gauge $100+
4. upgraded radiator $450+

Zoomspeed

HAHAHA...I'm only 19 and I know after seeing the car I wouldn't listen either..

dclin

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The under-privileged high schooler (that sported the cool Biuck wagon thru my Senior year) in me says "DO IT!"

The heavily in-debt with responsibilities out the wazoo adult in me says 'Maybe after college..."

Would have been cool to pimp a FD in highschool though, *sigh*.

RyanC

You see a lot of High School kids running around with 20k+ cars. Just look at all the RSXs or brand new trucks you see kids driving. With your parents backing and a little bit of working, an FD would be no diffrent. You could buy one with a new motor, buy a warranty, do the reliability mods, and have 5k+ laying around(just in case) for the same price as a brand new RSX(using the RSX as an example). As far a finances go I think a High Schooler CAN get an FD, BUT this doesnt mean they SHOULD get an FD. There will be a 95% chance that you will get into an accident. Being 21 years old I'm no old man, but I can tell you that there is a big diffrence in maturity between a 16 year old, a 19 year old, and a 21 year old. I never got a ticket or in an accident but I still knew that I should wait until I am at least in my early 20's before I got an FD. In my opinion most 16 year olds should not even drive, at that age you are still a kid and a car is a deadly weapon(bad combination). I know that if you want the car you will probably get it anyways but I advise you to at least think about it. At the very least wait 6 months or so and learn about the car.

RyanC

Also, if you do get a sports car don't get an automatic. Learn how to drive a stick! Personally I think that "automatic sports car" is an oxymoron(no offense to the automatic guys out there ).

GoodfellaFD3S

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Pokemon,

dude, we've talked about this

get an n/a 2nd gen and learn about the mighty rotary. Then get an FD a few yrs down the road.

Hell, I was a senior in college when I bought mine, and the *first* night I owned it...I spun it out

IM if you need help w/your FD addiction

efini-rx-seven

I would have to agree with the general consensus. This is not a car for a teenager. I was only 18 when I bought my FD. Within two months, the motor blew. I've only had the car for around a half a year now and I've already spent $10K+ in repairs/reliability mods on the car, and that's not including insurance [very high] or general maintenance. Also, I do practically all the work on my car myself, except for internal engine/tranny work. I love the FD, but looking back on it now, I wish I had bought something more reliable and cheaper to maintain. Also, make sure your parents are willing to bail you out when **** happens. If you decide to get a FD anyways, definetly go with the manual. As far as the turbo timer, in my opinion it's not really necessary as long as you treat the car right.

rx7eaven

I did not listen to anyone either and got myself way to deap. I have already spent $3000 at least, not including payments and insurance. I thought I would leave it stock but then I craved more and more speed. I love my FD and don't abuse it in anyway but you have to be prepared to spend a lot of money.
94 rx7 blk r2

~Strike

f2racer

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OK, I'll be the devils advocate here and disagree with everyone. As long as you get the car thouroughly checked out, you have the cash needed, and you're willing to learn A LOT, I'd say get an FD. They're relatively rare (I think less than 6,000 or so remaining), and good examples don't come up for sale all that often. Sure they're high maintenance, but I had much more free time in high school than I do now as an "adult". If you do most of the work yourself (here's the learning part) and can find somebody who has rotary experience to help (forums, mail list, and websites are also a great resource), you should be able to keep an FD running without issue. The problem is that cashflow for teenagers seem to be an issue. If you're independently wealthy (hey I saw the Dateline special about the high school day trader), or your parents are willing to subsidize a major part of the cost by all means get one!

CheezeFrog

I wouldn't recommend an FD for anybody who is still going to school. Sure you might be able to afford the car, and the repairs, but can you really afford missing classes for days at a time while the car is down? If you have a beater car, then go for it. If not, get something more reliable.

martini

I think it's a bad idea. If for no other reason, because you'll end up crashing it. And that would make less FDs on the road for us. Not to mention, your safety.

BOOSTIN

DO IT!! do u have a car u can drive during the week? if u do then ur set to go, u said your gonna keep it stock...so does that also mean your not gonna drive it hard? whats the main reason you want it? looks? speed? treat the car right and u will be rewarded...your 16...you'll get all the bitches too!!

EunosFD

I think it would be straight up retarded for you to get one. In all honesty you're too young and inexperienced for it. The cash issue is major...unless you have a steady flow of dough coming in or have a nice stockpile then you're just asking for trouble. As sweet as these cars look and perform they're just as stubborn and unreliable. Yeah yeah yeah everyone says that if you treat them right and whatnot they'll last and last...just not the case. It's a high performance car that requires high performance maintenence, care, and repairs and unless you're willing to bust your *** for it then I'd definately look for something else. Then again if I had my FD in high school it would've kicked some ***.

Boost Junkie

Well it all depends on ur maturaty level and mechanical level....and from what it seems you're not ready to get an Rx7 FD in either one of those 2 categories... Dont get me wrong man im only turning 19 so im not that much older than you..I have an 89 Mustang five ohh with modifications and i had an Integra till about 3-4 months ago...i can only remember ever street racing maybe once or twice also never gotten a ticket for anything other than stupid misc. ones I.e. Expired tag and whatnot...Of course none of this is to say that i am special or whatnot i just respect the law and know enough to maintain a high performance car...Im not trying to offend you in any way shape or form just trying to make you realize that you may not be ready yet...Id say stay with ur momz camry for a while longer...If not then get something like a 91-94 N/a Mr2 or an older Rx7 FC N/a these cars may even be a little to much conidering both are RWD and one is mid engined but whatever...

paymonm99

I want it for the looks, speed, and the of course, the girls

Is there any other car that can do the same as an RX-7 for the same price?

dclin

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Heh, heh, heh - that's my boy!

Funcrusher

All I can say is,IF your really focused on getting it no matter what we tell you will change your mind.
But on some insight,if you have no concept of what speed is and havent had atleast some expirience into driving a fast car an rx7 twin turbo will not suit you.Im not telling you because of your age,or the fact of normal driving.Anyone can drive a fast car up and down the street all day without going over 40mph,but when you DO decide to go fast and you WILL,sorry,but you will,if you have no expirience eventually the car will bite.
And along side that money,affording the car is not a problem but if you are not willing to give up NIGTHS and TIME to work on your car,dont get it because if you take the car to a mechanic for every fart the car puts out your gonna be in debt quicker than you can blink.Learn how the car works,understand what your getting into if you can start lower,and move up,not that it cant be done but while in the process you will understand much more why than now.
My input.
Charles

Rix7

Actually, it's more like 3000 remaining. Probably less than that right now.

adamlewis

But anyways, like I said. Go ahead and get it...Youll pop the motor and then I can buy it cheap. Actually youll probbaly end up wrapping it around a tree and then I can buy some cheap parts off of it.

Flybye

I'm just gonna tell you one thing...

HAVE DEEP POCKETS

and one more thing..

MONEY IS NO OBJECT

Once these 2 things are set, then you are ready for a used FD.

Tenny

Ok this is about me now.. hehe Just want to see what you guys say about me. Right now i have a Dodge Stealth, fairly "quick" faster than the integra's etc... its an ES so its not TT, and i'm 18. And I just received 10,000$ and i'm thinking serously about buying a RX7, once i get the money. I do have a job, making a bit of money $9.50 and hour and 30+ hours a week. So i think i would be able to afford. I'm pretty sure, I can mod the car's to an extent, did most of the stuff on my car and a friends, his more, but i have some experince with cars, not rotaries, but i help rebuild my tranny, stayed in the shop to learn while they did it. And so i'm looking to get a 93 wtih a new motor, havn't choosen the one yet, but looking, want less than 10,000 on the motor so i dont have to worry about that, as long as i keep the upkeep good. And i'll have my Stealth as my "beater". What do you guys think about me? My parents will spot me money if somthing breaks etc, but i will eventually have to pay them off. And the reason i would be looking for this car is for Looks and Speed, I street race, wont deny that, waiting for the track to pop up in SJ. So i would like to see how you feel about my situation? Alot of my friends say no, because the reialbilty, they want me to go for a 300ZX TT, or a RT TT / VR4. But those are way too common, i like having somthing rare, and i'm willing to put my time into it. So what do you feel about me getting one?

paymonm99: Personally I say wait a few months, or till your 17 or somthing get a little more experince then go out and get one, dont buy from that place, they are REALLY expensive! If you look around you'll find one with a much better deal, i dont htink either of those have a new motor, but try and get one with a new motor, i'm willing to fly across the country to look for a car, and so should you, get a much better deal looking in FL. And GET A STICK! YOU WILL REGRET A AUTO SO MUCH!!!! BIG TIME!