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No Reserve Well Documented 1988 Mazda Rx-7 Convertible Convertible 2-door 1.3l on 2040-cars

US $3,500.00

Year:1988 Mileage:126145 Color: Blue /
Blue

Location:

Columbia, Missouri, United States

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 1

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 2

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 3

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 4

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 5

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 6

NO RESERVE well documented 1988 Mazda RX-7 Convertible Convertible 2-Door 1.3L, US $3,500.00, image 7

Advertising:

Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:1.3L 1308CC R2 GAS N/R Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: JM1FC3519J0104704 Year: 1988
Number of Cylinders: 2
Make: Mazda
Model: RX-7
Trim: Convertible Convertible 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Mileage: 126,145
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Sub Model: Convertible
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Blue

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...

THIS IS A NO RESERVE AUCTION

This 88 was purchased by me a little over a year ago from the second owner. The first owner had the car for the majority of its life and according to the information I've gathered used it primarily for long road trips from central Missouri to New York and Texas. The second owner had it for a summer toy and put only a few thousand miles on it. I used it as a daily driver for the first few months of owning it and for periodic fun cruises since. Car has been garaged throughout and has quite a bit of documentation showing consistent maintenance. Car is very smooth to drive, corners wonderfully, sounds very very good, and gets a lot of attention on the road.

This is my first rotary and I've been very impressed by it. I intended to keep this car as a car to restore and improve, but due to a family health situation am unable to put the time into it and do not want it sitting in the garage. I'm hoping to find a good RX7 home for it on ebay. This is not the high maintenance car most non-rotary people believe it to be, but it is not a typical Japanese car of the era and requires some specific knowledge for trouble free enjoyment. I'm not a rotary expert but have come to understand the basics and am happy to answer any questions I am able to.

I'm assuming most potential buyers will be RX7 lovers, but for new rotary people here is a great summary of the car:

<a href="Hemming RX7 Convertible Buyer's Guide">http://www.hemmings.com/hsx/stories/2009/12/01/hmn_buyers_guide1.html</a>

This 88 is good but has a few characteristic issues of the year and model. I have bought and sold a number of cars from a distance so I understand the importance of knowing the condition of a car bought sight unseen, so I will try to best describe anything I would want to know.

Original leather seats are included but need reupholstery. I removed them and installed standard Series 4 cloth seats which look good but are not nearly as nice as the original convertible seats.

Dash vent covers - see pics - are missing.

Backlighting on HVAC panel is out.

Carpet has minor discoloring in floorboards.

Original RX7 floormats are included, driver's side is very worn.

Trunk release lever does not work from cabin, must use key cylinder on trunk.

Minor exterior scratches and dings.

Rust on passenger rear wheel well. I have not done anything to the spot as I was debating restoring to original or removing and installing fender flares throughout.

Minor exhaust leak at manifold.

Motor will flood easily in cold weather start up, installed fuel cut off switch in cabin which is very effective but should be considered a temporary fix.

Brake fluid reservoir sits loosely in grommets, have compressed with ties to prevent any leakage but should be considered a temporary fix.

Oil cooler upper hose has leak at cooler end which dirties radiator and driver's A arm, have replacement braided hoses which will be included but have not installed them.

Convertible top has small tweaks at hinge point behind roll bar.

Blue tonneau cover is included but not shown in pictures.

Spare, jack, BBS lug cover tool etc included. I haven't discovered any original equipment that is missing.

New plugs, air filter, most fluids, some hoses, battery, tires within a few hundred miles.

A/C converted to R134a.

Adult owned entirety of life, no modifications other than tires now 225/50-15 (stock 205/60-15).

Please contact with any questions or requests for other pictures. Mileage may increase slightly as I drive it ~ 1/month to keep it lubed.

I have shipped cars as both buyer and seller and am happy to assist in any way should shipping be required upon sale.

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