Kennedy Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Hi Guys,As some of you may have seen/heard I'm selling all my aftermarket parts then selling my starlet.Big decision as I've really enjoyed the car for 3 years now.I want an RX7 but I don't think I'll get insure on one just yet being only 21.I'm looking at maybe an RX8/MX5/S2000 (obviously cost and insurance depending).Anyone else got any suggestions?Not entirely sure on how much I'll have to spend just yet though Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jham Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 stay away from RX8, i realy wanted one aswell but they are plagued with flooding issues,test drove 4, drove realy well handled great and looked nice! 3 out of the 4 i drove broke down due to flooding! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Driver Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I was in same boat as you wanting an RX7 (FD3 ofcourse) and insurance wasnt too bad (21yr old and 4 years no claims) however mpgs as a daily i was told by people running them that they rarely get 23mpg as a daily (better on motorways obvs) so this put me off and i bought an NA (mk1) mk5 and havnt looked back !!! loads of fund to drive and not terrible on fuel. Easy to turbo too if you want mroe with a massive fan base !!If you can afford fuel though RX7 without a doubt ! AWESOME CARS Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Liam_D Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I would sell my testicles to get a RX7! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nads Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Ive just given up on my rx8... i sold my glanza for a rx8 and by god i made a mistake!not only bad on fuel but you really will be disapointed in the performance!17mpg! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy Posted June 21, 2011 Author Share Posted June 21, 2011 Seems like the rx7 is going to be a mistake?I know it's not going to rival the starlet performance wise.I'm just after something a little more modern/comfortable Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jham Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 RX7 has always been my all time fav car! im just to scared to buy one, every one seems to think there money pits! i think if you know enough about looking after a rotary yourll be ok, i just dont thats why i probably will never own my dream car Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daveEP82 Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 my mx5 is still 4 sale Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nads Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Trust me mate... rx8/rx7... if u dont care about spending loads on petrol then get one!i was so shocked when i had mine! i couldnt drive it! lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Seems like the rx7 is going to be a mistake?I know it's not going to rival the starlet performance wise.I'm just after something a little more modern/comfortableNot rival the starlet performance wise??? lol serious??This is my next possible car if I am feeling stupid lol if not I'll have one in 2 years definitley!!And they are just as old as Starlets by the way Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy Posted June 22, 2011 Author Share Posted June 22, 2011 Not rival the starlet performance wise??? lol serious??This is my next possible car if I am feeling stupid lol if not I'll have one in 2 years definitley!!And they are just as old as Starlets by the way I meant RX8 I know an RX7 would lol.I've heard RX8's have to be worked hard to get a good performance?Ye i know the RX7's are just as old..but I still fancy a changeIf you can't get insured on an RX7, don't even look at RX8's or S2000's....You'll hear alot of bullshit on the internet about the Rotary engine. But its exactly that, bullshit. Its retarded owners not knowing how to run the engine. Flooding only occurs when its cold. It tells you in the hand book if your having to start the car move it a short distance and its not up to temp floor the throttle as you turn the engine off.The engines are fantastic, but like any other engine, if its badly treated, it'll blow. The issue you have if they blow is they are a niche market and building are not that common. However, there are 3 or 4 big names now in the UK to build you an engine.A stock Rx-7 in the right hands will pump a mildly tuned (circa 200hp) Starlet to death on a track. The Type R's are 280hp and handle like a big MX-5. They are amazing to drive and the interior is more like a cockpit, like the supra it swoops round the driver. I want one after the S13. They are fantastic, but remember moving up from a young boy's car to a true performance coupe isn't going to be cheap. More fuel, more expensive servicing, more expensive parts etc...Also modding them is very strict. If you change any of the exhaust or intake (even a filter) you really need to dyno it to ensure the fuelling isnt knocked out. They are very sensitive in this sense. However, fitting a PFC and getting it tweeked isn't going to cause major issues. And with a decat, boost up and stuff 380hp isnt impossible.Point I'm really making is, think about it more. Ignore random BS posts about them "Flooding all the time", "Eating oil" and of course the classic "60,000 miles rebuild"....I spoke about the flooding above, the oil thing is part of its design, it weeps oil into the combustion chambers to lubricate the rotor tips, and the 60k rebuild is un-founded. Some do, some don't. Again it comes down to servicing. The older engines have a lesser design rotor tip set up, which was resolved in the Renisis RX8 engine, thats why most rx7 rebuilds these days are done with RX8 tips.Thanks for the info mate, seem to know your stuff very well on this subject Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy Posted June 22, 2011 Author Share Posted June 22, 2011 Well good news, I can get insured on and RX7 for quite a reasonable price.Although, I've kind of fell in love with an RX8 and can get insure on this cheaper (cheaper than my starlet in fact) so i'm going to see it at the weekend.Anyone know anything about them? things to look out for?I'm guessing from Rubix_cube a good service history is a definite. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dan507 Posted June 22, 2011 Share Posted June 22, 2011 I agree with rubix. The rotary engine are awesome. I'm forever getting people telling that the rotary engines are rubbish. But it's all because they don't get them and have been told bullshit storys. I've gotten into so many arguements about them. Lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy Posted July 3, 2011 Author Share Posted July 3, 2011 I think i've changed my mind anyway..I'm going to go for an NA Supra I've wanted a supra for a long time and I got quite a decent insurance quote...just need to wait until November when this years insurance runs out (as poopie won't insure me on an RX8 so not even going to try with a Supra lol) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jeppo Posted July 3, 2011 Share Posted July 3, 2011 if u want to no haw to chek a rx7-8 is helthy u need a compreshion test any lower than about 7 walk away all 3 numbers from each rota shud be aroudn the same ie 7-6.8-6.9 do a seal test (champain test) to chek ther water seals are good you put a 2leter bottole cut in hlaf like a funle in the coolent cap put a lil coolent in and start the car ther shud be no bubbles if it fizzes like a champain bottle its a nono also geting a specialis to take a look is a very good idea thes are very and i mean VERY temprmental if its not been looked after you will have sum very big bills on your hands as rebuilds for basic standerd engiens start at around 3k a good bet wud b to buy a fked one for cheap and get a rebuild so you no its fresh is shud start nicley not taking long fom cold have a good testdrive and then cut it off is shud start back up agen from hot with no problems take it to the red in every gear it shud pull smoothly thru all the gears with no flat spots if ther is anythign you think is not right leve it thes are lovely cars but are very expensive wen engiens start going rong Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jeppo Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 yeh i no my spellings not to hot haha im dislexic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Glanza_cl Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Was going to look at a single T04'd FD today, insurance is fine for me now but my currant insurer (aviva) wont touch me but also wont let me leave without a hefty charge .looks like this one is going to slip me by till next year... I shale have a bridgeported single turbo'd FD!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jeppo Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 i think you will fined that it effects everything sorounding spelling and reading but arguments aside if you can read it then ther is sum good info ther alot more than anyone else sed so the lad actuly noes what to look for with a rx not just pepol telling him if its been looked after it will be fine so sorry my spelling /punctuality afends you but quite frankly i dont give a shit . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Raz Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 ^You could try Google toolbar which has a spell check, that should help you buddy. But a N/A Supra is SLOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy Posted September 30, 2011 Author Share Posted September 30, 2011 Well i've found a Supra I want, yes its still an NA lol.Hopefully getting it this weekend.I'm not to fussed if its gona be "slow" i've wanted one for a long time and even if I own it for a year i'll be happy.Plus its and aerotop which will be nice in summber (if we get a decent summer haha) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iamlegend Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 there kool matey lovely looking machines and sooooooo comfy! the cabin is just heaven as well pure hugs you in...this was mine ohh how i do miss it still BUT some time next year me thinks big single tubby late spec suppy you will miss boooooost thow well i did haha!hope you enjoy it man Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TurboTom Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 i cant believe that poor lad is getting flamed for being dyslexic! tbh just buy a pulsar. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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