1983 Mazda RX-7 S Coupe 2-Door 1.1L

***Re-listed with NO RESERVE and starting bid equal to price offered post-auction via multiple emails.  I'm trying to price this to sell this time around!!!  The car is now priced substantially lower than I paid last year (via auction). and that obviously didn't include the $1k in repair costs I invested to correct for its having sat idle for multiple years.  It's not perfect (see below). but I'm proud to represent the car is now ready to be enjoyed. ***
For sale is an original and unrestored. like new condition 1983 RX-7 S with just 9. 50 miles.   The vehicle is in pristine. unmolested and unrestored condition.   I'm confident it will be an excellent find for an early-RX-7 enthusiast.  

Additional photos available online at http://flickr. com/gp/50128441@N05/Ko437L/.

BRIEF HISTORY / WHY I'M SELLING

The vehicle was owned by the same family since new. the only registered owners (confirmed by Carfax).   The primary owner used the vehicle as a Sunday driver until she became physically unable to enjoy it any longer.   I found this vehicle last year (2012) via Bring-A-Trailer (http://bringatrailer. com/2012/04/20/9300-mile-1983-mazda-rx-7/). where it had been listed by the original owner's son.   Reading the story inspired me to buy the car as a 75th birthday present for my own mother. who had always wanted an RX-7.   Unfortunately. upon presenting the car to my mother. she concluded she wouldn't be comfortable driving a stick at this point in her life.

I never titled this vehicle. have simply garaged it until I had time to re-sell.  I never even registered the vehicle; it's been driven just ~50 miles on my watch.  I did have my mechanic go over the car thoroughly and fix all serious / definite issues he found.   The vehicle is ready for someone to drive and enjoy! 

SELECTED FEATURES:
-Absolutely stock. except for JVC aftermarket radio/CD-player.
-1. 1L Wankel rotary engine.
-Five-speed manual transmission.
-Black cloth seats.
-Clean Carfax report.
-Thick folder of ownership records including extensive maintenance receipts. original bill of sale and window sticker. -Factory shop manual included with sale.

GENERAL CONDITION:
-Starts right up. runs strongly. -Exceptionally clean-looking. inside and out--consistent with its ultra-low mileage.
-Brakes well with excellent stopping distance.
-Shifts smoothly in all gears. handles beautifully--very entertaining car to drive!
-Exterior and interior condition are excellent. very nearly like new.
-Tires show plenty of tread and I can detect no dry rot. although they may be original (I couldn't locate dates of manufacture).

ITEMS ADDRESSED DURING MY OWNERSHIP:
-Comprehensive mechanical inspection by experienced technician with extensive early-RX-7 knowledge.
-Seized left-rear wheel repaired (wheel had seized partially); replaced wheel cylinders on both sides.
-Repaired emergency brake (e-brake line had been severed. presumably as misguided attempt by someone to repair seized wheel).
-Adjusted brakes on all four wheels / bled system.
-Throttle cable reconnected (one link to carburetor had been disconnected).
-Motor oil changed / oil filter replaced.
-Portions of fuel lines replaced (where corrosion was apparent).
-Fuel filter replaced.
-New battery installed.

KNOWN ISSUES:-Temperamental when cold; requires choke and protracted warm-up period.
-Starter emits high pitched whining / grinding sound at times; may require rewind or replacement at some point.
-May need new right front wheel hub (front suspension occasionally groans over rough pavement).
-A/C works but does not blow cold.   NB: A/C system has NOT been converted to modern refrigerant.
-Power radio antenna is not functional.   I have the original power antenna that I'll include in the sale. but its mast is damaged.   We attempted to install an aftermarket power antenna. but it does not extend / retract properly.   The radio works well. but we disconnected to allow for antenna repair.
-Rear-window defrost switch light does not illuminate; could simply be failed light-bulb.

THIS VEHICLE IS BEING SOLD AS-IS. WITH NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

I have made my best effort to present the vehicle openly and honestly. but I am not a mechanic.   Buyers are encouraged to ask all questions. but please do so BEFORE BIDDING.   I am happy to facilitate pre-purchase inspections by prospective bidders and/or their mechanics. but such arrangements must be made BEFORE THE END OF THE AUCTION.   Car is located on the north-side of Chicago.  

A $500 deposit will be required from the winning bidder within 24-hours of the end of the auction.

The car is also listed elsewhere so I reserve the right to end the auction at any time.

Good luck. thanks for looking. and happy bidding!

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