20k-Mile 1993 Mazda RX-7 R1 5-Speed

This 1993 Mazda RX-7 R1 is one of 350 examples finished in Competition Yellow Mica, a color exclusive to the 1993 model year, and has 20k miles. It was acquired from its original owner by the seller in 2022 was optioned with the R1 package when new, which added a rear spoiler, a front air dam, twin oil coolers, front brake air ducts, special suspension tuning, a front shock tower support, a black microsuede upholstery on the front bucket seats. It is powered by a twin-turbocharged 1.3-liter Wankel rotary engine linked to a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential, and modifications consist of a cat-back exhaust, an Apexi intake, and a Greddy stock-mount intercooler. This FD RX-7 is now offered with the owner’s manual, a Peter Farrell tuning computer, a clean Carfax report, and an Illinois title in the seller’s name.

The third-generation RX-7 debuted in the US market for the 1993 model year. This example is one of 350 finished in Competition Yellow Mica, a color exclusive to the debut model year. All R1 models were optioned without a sunroof or rear wiper and came with front and rear spoilers. Additional features includes pop-up headlights, front fender vents, Mazda mud guards, and a power antenna.

The squeeze-cast 16″ five-spoke wheels are mounted with 225/50 Firestone Firehawk Indy500 tires that were installed in 2022. Braking is provided by four-wheel anti-lock discs with four-piston front calipers, and the R1 package added stiffer Showa shocks and a front shock tower brace. All FD RX-7s had double-wishbone suspension and forged aluminum control arms. A brake fluid flush was performed in preparation for the sale.

The cabin features twin high-backed bucket seats upholstered in R1-specific black microsuede, with color-coordinated carpets and door panels. Amenities include drilled aluminum clutch and brake pedals, a cassette stereo, and air conditioning.

The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 180-mph speedometer, a tachometer with an 8k-rpm redline, and gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The digital odometer indicates 20k miles, a handful of which were added under current ownership.

The 1.3-liter Wankel rotary features sequential twin turbochargers and was factory rated at 255 horsepower and 217 lb-ft of torque. Twin oil coolers were included as part of the R1 package. Modifications consist of an Apexi intake, a Greddy stock-mount intercooler, and a cat-back exhaust system. The engine oil and coolant were changed in preparation for the sale.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission and a Torsen limited-slip differential. Changes of the differential and transmission fluids were carried out in preparation for the sale.

Owner’s manuals and a Peter Farrell tuning computer are included in the sale.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage.

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