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11-07-08, 10:19 AM

Terry222TT

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s3, s4, s5 etc.

New member and I have a question. I have an 87 GXl, but I've seen questions for s4, s5 etc. Will somebody explain what they the s numbers stand for?

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11-07-08, 04:44 PM

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The "S" numbers are the series numbers.

SA, S2, S3 = 1st generation RX7s
S4, S5 = 2nd generation
S6+ = 3rd generation

It's just like the number scheme used with many other cars. IE a C5 vs. a C6 corvette, etc...

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11-08-08, 10:41 AM

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Thanks, that makes sense. What are the years for s4 and s5?
Thanks, I appreciate your help, Terry

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11-08-08, 10:56 AM

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This info is in the 2nd gen FAQ sticky at the top of this forum. It contains a list of all common acronyms.

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11-08-08, 11:56 AM

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Found it. Thanks
A lot of very useful info. Especially for a nooby!
Thanks again, Terry

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11-09-08, 09:59 AM

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One correction. The SA is not really part of this designation. The SA is an S1. It is the 79/80 first gen cars. The 81-85's were also called FB's. Because that is the first two letters of all the VIN's.