1979 Mazda RX-7 GS (50k original miles) (SOLD)

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Channel: MotoeXotica Classic Cars · 2016 · Autos & Vehicles

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1979 Mazda RX-7 GS Coupe 

49,954 original miles
First generation of Mazda RX-7
Purchased new from Downtown Chrysler-Plymouth Inc., Council Bluffs, IA
1.2 liter twin rotor 12A rotary engine
5-speed manual transmission overdrive  (GS model only)
13-inch optional aluminum alloy wheels with wider performance tires (GS model only)
Air conditioning and heat
Option sunroof
RX-7 graphics appearance package

MotoeXotica is offering a great little sports car with very low original miles that is sure to put a smile on your face This rare 1988 Mazda RX-7 coupe shows great and has TONS of life left in it. This Mazda was purchased new from Downtown Chrysler-Plymouth, Inc., Council Bluffs, IA on July 31, 1979.

The Mazda RX-7 was a sports car that was produced by the Japanese automaker Mazda from 1978 to 2002. The original RX-7 was a 2 seater sports car with pop-up headlights. The compact and lightweight Wankel engine is situated slightly behind the front axle, creating nearly 50/50 weight distribution. This configuration was marketed by Mazda as “front mid-engine”.

Finished in a brilliant Sunbeam Silver Metallic this RX-7 still shows extremely well The front and rear color-keyed bumpers are in great condition. All the shadowline trim pieces are present and have a great finish. The retractable headlights and taillights are in very condition with no hazing or cracks. This Mazda is also equipped with an optional sunroof, special RX-7 body graphics and optional rear louvers.

Inside, this Mazda features it’s original Wine velour front bucket seats that look great. The Wine red door panels, carpet and dashboard are a continuation of the striking interior of this coupe and look fantastic. The matching headliner and rear cargo area completes the  rest of the interior and is in very good condition. The weather-stripping is excellent, with little or no signs of drying, tearing or shrinkage. The factory heat and air conditioning along with the original equipment gauges have the correct appearance and function as originally designed. The original Mazda black four spoke steering wheel and the Clarion AM/FM/ Cassette player with optional 2 speaker fader are in very good condition.

This ’79 RX-7 is nicely equipped with a 1.2 liter twin rotor 12A rotary engine fed by Nikki 4 barrel carburetor. The power is transferred to the wheels by a recently rebuilt 5-speed manual transmission. Drivers assist features include front disc and rear drum brakes. The suspension includes in the front, a strut-type with coil springs and in the rear, coil springs and anti-roll bar (GS only) The 13-inch optional aluminum alloy wheels and Mazda center caps with wider (GS only) wider performance radial tires.

1st generation RX-7 have been steadily increasing in value over the past few years and a clean low mile original example like this one are nearly impossible to find! GET OUT AND DRIVE!

Included is the owners manual, stamped service book and the original window sticker and option list!

Current mileage on the odometer shows 49,954 miles, which is understood to be actual, sold as is with a mileage exempt title.

VIN: SA22C557839

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