1997 Mazda RX-7 Type R Bathurst

HKS GT3 4R Single Turbo Conversion | 10 Miles On Recent Engine Rebuild | Custom Radiant Red Paint Job

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250737742

JDM

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
FD3S405865
Lot Number:
250737742
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
101,908 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1.3L 13B-REW Rotary
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Radiant Red
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Virginia
  • 1997 Mazda RX-7 Type R Bathurst
  • 1.3L 13B-REW Rotary
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Radiant Red Exterior
  • Black Interior
  • HKS GT3 4R Single Turbo Conversion - HKS-R External Wastegate
  • SARD Fuel System Components
  • Power FC ECU Tuning Solution
  • HKS Full Exhaust System
  • Lightweight LA Clutch
  • Custom Paint Job by Garage Black Mamba (2022)
  • Carbon Fiber Hood, Spoiler & Rear Diffuser
  • Origin Lab Body Kit & Custom Fenders
  • Aftermarket Sound System (Head Unit, Speakers, Sub, Amp)
  • Replaced Headlights & Corner Lights
  • HKS Hyper Max GT Suspension
  • Roll Cage & Bride Bucket Seat
  • Defi Gauges
  • 10 Miles on Recent Engine Rebuild (Reported by Current Owner)
  • Dyno at 328PS / 42.5KGM TQ
  • Runs On 93 & Premix

Overview of 1997 Mazda RX-7 Type R Bathurst For Sale by Owner

Japan in the 90s was an era that has most definitely changed the automotive landscape for the better. While legendary machines like the Toyota Supra, Nissan Skyline GTR and the Mazda RX7 are over 20 years of age, they sure make for some really good times when driven right. Present today is the latter of the aforementioned japanese legends and takes shape with this 1997 Mazda RX-7 Bathurst. With 164,000 KM displayed on the dashboard, this limited edition 90s performance powerhouse was released to commemorate Mazda’s consecutive wins at the Bathurst 12 hour race and is a treat on track that dons some tasty upgrades.

Exterior and Interior

The Mazda RX-7 has always been one of the better looking Japanese 90s legends and this 1997 Mazda RX-7 Bathurst with its radiant red exterior showcases just why. A quick walk around this Japanese performance powerhouse and you are treated to a carbon fiber hood, rear spoiler and rear diffuser that also aid with downforce, an original lab bodykit and custom fenders and new headlights and corner lights. For shoes, this machine is decked out with a set of aftermarket wheels finished off in black. Race ready is the best way to sum up the black cabin of this 1997 Mazda RX-7 Bathurst. Step inside and you would find a roll cage with bride bucket seats, Defi gauges to monitor performance and even a completely new sound system for your tunes.

Engine

Rotary power is something out of the ordinary to put it lightly, the performance it brings and the sounds emitted are the stuff of dreams. Pop open the hood of this 1997 Mazda RX-7 Bathurst and what you will find in place is a turbocharged 13B REW motor that is reported to have been rebuilt and have less than 10 miles run. The rebuilt motor is not the only cool feature about this machines performance, the current owner reports some tasteful upgrades which include HKS GT3 4R Turbo with HKS-R wastegate, SARD fuel system components, a Power FC ECU tuning solution, HKS full exhaust system, lightweight LA clutch, and HKS Hyper Max GT suspension. The result of all these upgrades? A reported 400 BHP with 10 PSI of boost thats also street and cruise ready when you want to slow things down. In terms of power delivery, this 90s Japanese classic channels all its performance to its rear wheels through a 5 speed manual transmission.

Walk-around Video of this Mazda RX-7

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