Vehicle Description
The Mazda RX-7, made from 1978-2002 across three-generations, was a
front/mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, rotary-engine-powered sports
car that made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list five times.
With more than 800,000 models produced, the RX-7 was endeared by
Japanese car enthusiasts for its 50/50 weight distribution, nimble
driving characteristics, and smooth-sounding Wankel engine. Today,
they are regaining popularity in the collector car market for those
same reasons.
Art & Speed Classic Car Gallery is happy to present this immaculate
51,000-mile survivor 1985 Mazda RX-7 GSL. Introduced in 1981 as the
second series (FB) model, 1985 marked the final year of this much
improved first-generation RX-7. The Sunrise Red paint on this RX-7
GSL appears to be original and shows exceptionally well, with only
two minor paint chips on the front bumper. The glass is also in
terrific shape, with only one rock peck on the windshield.
The desirable GSL package gives this car 13-inch alloy wheels,
which are in terrific condition, and four-wheel disc brakes. Grand
Am Radial G/T tires (185/70R13) adorn all four corners. Though the
GSL designation pushed the curb weight above 2400 lbs, it also
added a five-speed manual gearbox, sunroof, power windows, cruise
control, and other niceties. The chassis uses a MacPherson strut
and coil spring setup in the front with a live rear axle.
This RX-7, powered by a 1.1-liter, two-rotor Wankel rotary engine
(designated 12A), produces 100 horsepower and 105 lb-ft of torque
with a 7,000 rpm redline. The engine bay is spotless and tidy; even
the factory stickers are still under the hood. Because of the
lightweight and the engine sits behind the front axle, the 50/50
weight distribution makes for a peppy, fun driving sports car,
although the manual steering does give it a heavier feel.
The gray cloth interior with dark gray piping and accents is a nice
contrast to the red paint. There are no visible rips or tears -
hardly a wrinkle! The factory carpet and floormats are in fantastic
shape, as are the dashboard, steering wheel, and shifter. The
gauges work as they should, but the plastic cover does show a
little hazing. The HVAC keeps the occupants comfortable. The
factory cassette player with equalizer works well, although the
sound quality might have diminished a bit with age. The hatchback
area is clean.
All in all, this 1985 Mazda RX-7 GSL is a super clean little
hatchback that harkens back to a simpler time. There are no fancy
bells and whistles beyond the basics, but it is a well-maintained
classic that is sure to make the new owner plenty of happy
memories. Come by the Art & Speed showroom today to see this gem of
Japanese engineering!
MECHANICAL
12A Rotary Engine
Five-Speed Manual Transmission
Factory Intake
Factory Exhaust
Bosch Ignition system
CHASSIS
Power Disc Brakes Front and Rear
Factory Manual Steering
Grand Am Radial G/T Tires (185/70R13)
Very Good Condition Factory Wheels
Solid Rust-Free Frame and Body
EXTERIOR
Factory Sunrise Red Finish
Both Metal and Glass Sunroof Options
Excellent Factory Glass (One Rock Peck on Windshield)
Original Emblems
Factory Spoiler
Minor Paint Blemishes and Touch-Ups
INTERIOR
Grey Cloth Sport Buckets
Plastic Trim In Excellent Condition
Gauges in Working Condition
Factory Steering Wheel
Factory Grey Carpet In Good Condition
Factory Seat belts
Factory Premium Sound System With Cassette Player and EQ