Looking at an 88 vert -- what to watch out for?
02-09-2002, 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by ILUVMY88CABRIO' date='Feb. 09 2002,01:09
[quote name='13BAce' date='Feb. 08 2002,20:07'][quote name='ILUVMY88CABRIO' date='Feb. 08 2002,23:01']Most every vert owner I've talked to has had some kind of problem with leaking. I have a major problem with it. :frown: Also ask them how much oil it goes through, coolant, ect. If they say it doesn't use any oil I'd walk away, all 7s burn oil. Like 13BAce said check the top motors, make sure they are good and strong. I have to help my top come up. :frown: That's about all I can think of right now.
My motors are very tired. :frown: Mazda dealership wanted $3000 for the pair of motors.
Plus another $1000 to put them in. I asked them if I get a whole new vert with the motors. Then I found a pair for $200, just have not ordered them.[/quote]Used sets can always be found. You just need to be patient.
02-11-2002, 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Rob x-7' date='Feb. 11 2002,10:22
My motors are very tired.<<< Did you try cleaning the connections at the motors? There may be some corrosion from all the moisture?
02-12-2002, 01:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Rob x-7' date='Feb. 09 2002,16:39
A boot is a plus, but no one ever uses them, lol.
02-13-2002, 10:32 AM
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Well, thanks for all the great advice, but I guess I won't be joining the ranks of RX7 owners because I DON'T FIT. I really liked the car, it was in good shape, good looking, engine sounded healthy, etc. Then I put the top up and realized that my head was banging on it, even with the seat all the way tilted back. Jeez, I'm only 6'2"! Oh well, guess I'll be stuck with something like a Celica, BMW or Saab convertible. Blech.
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02-13-2002, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Jesse' date='Feb. 13 2002,11:32
Well, thanks for all the great advice, but I guess I won't be joining the ranks of RX7 owners because I DON'T FIT. I really liked the car, it was in good shape, good looking, engine sounded healthy, etc. Then I put the top up and realized that my head was banging on it, even with the seat all the way tilted back. Jeez, I'm only 6'2"! Oh well, guess I'll be stuck with something like a Celica, BMW or Saab convertible. Blech.
Jesse
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02-13-2002, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Jesse' date='Feb. 13 2002,08:32
Well, thanks for all the great advice, but I guess I won't be joining the ranks of RX7 owners because I DON'T FIT. I really liked the car, it was in good shape, good looking, engine sounded healthy, etc. Then I put the top up and realized that my head was banging on it, even with the seat all the way tilted back. Jeez, I'm only 6'2"! Oh well, guess I'll be stuck with something like a Celica, BMW or Saab convertible. Blech.
Jesse
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02-13-2002, 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by ILUVMY88CABRIO' date='Feb. 13 2002,12:33
[quote name='Jesse' date='Feb. 13 2002,08:32']Well, thanks for all the great advice, but I guess I won't be joining the ranks of RX7 owners because I DON'T FIT. I really liked the car, it was in good shape, good looking, engine sounded healthy, etc. Then I put the top up and realized that my head was banging on it, even with the seat all the way tilted back. Jeez, I'm only 6'2"! Oh well, guess I'll be stuck with something like a Celica, BMW or Saab convertible. Blech.
Jesse
Jesse
Maybe he has short legs. :sigh:
