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what do yous think of mx5/rx7

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Phil01
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23-08-2017, 10:20 PM
#11
if you decide on a 5 make sure you get a mesh put over the front intake for the radiator as stones have a nasty habit of puncturing the radiator and causing overheating, and for some reason this warps the alloy head and blows the head gasket,
The later MK2.5 had this fitted but the earlier NA1 and NA2 did not.

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Phil01
23-08-2017, 10:20 PM #11

if you decide on a 5 make sure you get a mesh put over the front intake for the radiator as stones have a nasty habit of puncturing the radiator and causing overheating, and for some reason this warps the alloy head and blows the head gasket,
The later MK2.5 had this fitted but the earlier NA1 and NA2 did not.


1990 Eunos Roadster in Mariner DU blue
Cobalt cat back, Decat pipe, 15in Red Rota GT3 alloys, Toyo tyres, Lowered on Coil overs, Red anti roll bars, 14degree timing mod, white dash kit, illuminated side marker lights,
Halo ring headlights, OEM windblocker, Bluetooth streaming HU, Blue leather handbrake and gear lever gaitor, Centre brake/tail light mod, Blue velour door cards, Polished cam cover, Polished front strut bar, 4xheadrest speakers, JDM floor mats, Suede semi dish steering wheel,

Demon
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1,614
23-08-2017, 11:28 PM
#12
I really like the MX5, MK1 is awsome! Been dying to get one for ages now but Sarah won't let me sell the lexus Sad

Oh well i can keep dreaming...................

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Demon
23-08-2017, 11:28 PM #12

I really like the MX5, MK1 is awsome! Been dying to get one for ages now but Sarah won't let me sell the lexus Sad

Oh well i can keep dreaming...................

Jason Big Grin


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garyskisplym
Senior Member
714
24-08-2017, 02:45 PM
#13
I do like the 5 but all my Mayes are it a hair dresser car and now need atleast 3 seats now in seeing my little girl,

Maybe inthe winter will get one if can afford it for a summer car or may just get a bike

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garyskisplym
24-08-2017, 02:45 PM #13

I do like the 5 but all my Mayes are it a hair dresser car and now need atleast 3 seats now in seeing my little girl,

Maybe inthe winter will get one if can afford it for a summer car or may just get a bike


BHP, TORQUE, UNDER STEER, OVERSTEER FOR DUMMYS
BHP- how fast you hit the wall, TORQUE- how far you push the wall
OVER STEER- Dont see the wall, UNDER STEER- You do see it
1999 Blue IS200 SportTRD kit, K&N Filter

banky
Senior Member
253
25-08-2017, 02:01 PM
#14
well got the dreaded bad news ma lexus is a rite off :angry::thumbdown: so looks like am gonna have 2 find a new car maybe a cheep run about 2 start with then try get something better but at the same time gonna try for a wee 5
banky
25-08-2017, 02:01 PM #14

well got the dreaded bad news ma lexus is a rite off :angry::thumbdown: so looks like am gonna have 2 find a new car maybe a cheep run about 2 start with then try get something better but at the same time gonna try for a wee 5

Demon
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1,614
25-08-2017, 11:29 PM
#15
Sorry to hear its a write off Sad Your in the exact same position im in, if my car ever gets declared a write off then im straight out to buy a 5.

Sarah actually gave in the other day and said i could buy a 5 if i want, went straight to the mazda garage before she changed her mind! No mk1's as they said they are just too old for them to stock but they did have a not bad mk2 there! Sarah doesn't like the driving position but thats becasue she is used to the lexus. Still looking for a nice one but i will probably end up keeping the lex to be honest as i can never find the perfect one!

Good luck with the search Smile

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Demon
25-08-2017, 11:29 PM #15

Sorry to hear its a write off Sad Your in the exact same position im in, if my car ever gets declared a write off then im straight out to buy a 5.

Sarah actually gave in the other day and said i could buy a 5 if i want, went straight to the mazda garage before she changed her mind! No mk1's as they said they are just too old for them to stock but they did have a not bad mk2 there! Sarah doesn't like the driving position but thats becasue she is used to the lexus. Still looking for a nice one but i will probably end up keeping the lex to be honest as i can never find the perfect one!

Good luck with the search Smile


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mattlaw
Senior Member
572
28-08-2017, 07:17 AM
#16
If anyone is after one as a project I may be able to tempt the Mazda tech to let his go on the cheap, I know he didn't pay 2 much for it as it was a trade in
mattlaw
28-08-2017, 07:17 AM #16

If anyone is after one as a project I may be able to tempt the Mazda tech to let his go on the cheap, I know he didn't pay 2 much for it as it was a trade in

banky
Senior Member
253
29-08-2017, 05:55 AM
#17
thanks bud but wouldnt be lookin for a project car a would need 1 that would be mot and taxed
banky
29-08-2017, 05:55 AM #17

thanks bud but wouldnt be lookin for a project car a would need 1 that would be mot and taxed

dimis
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3,795
29-08-2017, 07:03 AM
#18
RX7's are one of my favourite cars mate, but keep in mind their engines need a lot of care. I know that most of the RX7 engines (mkIII) break after 40000 miles due to pure treatment from their owners. A second disadvantage is the high fuel consumption. But apart from that it is very unique and fun car to have.

LEXUS IS200 - The most fun car to go sideways
dimis
29-08-2017, 07:03 AM #18

RX7's are one of my favourite cars mate, but keep in mind their engines need a lot of care. I know that most of the RX7 engines (mkIII) break after 40000 miles due to pure treatment from their owners. A second disadvantage is the high fuel consumption. But apart from that it is very unique and fun car to have.


LEXUS IS200 - The most fun car to go sideways

FirebirdPhil
Posting Freak
7,101
30-08-2017, 06:06 AM
#19
take the rotary engine out and put in a V6 or V8:w00t:

Then you have a beautiful looking car without the rotary worries.

"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
FirebirdPhil
30-08-2017, 06:06 AM #19

take the rotary engine out and put in a V6 or V8:w00t:

Then you have a beautiful looking car without the rotary worries.


"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"

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