Ray Somers
please cosider the following... i'm 17 years old, i love cars, i
love
thinking, i love being different, i drive a different car, i will
always drive a different car, i drive a mazda rx-7. if it weren't
for
the rotary engine i would not drive a mazda, let alone any other
car.
i have spread the knowledge of mazda's fine rotary engine through
out
my school and studen't are rather disturbed that rotary powered
cars
are no longer available. i am also in th process of designing my
own
hydrogen rotary engine... yes, a 17 y/o with a future... if my
design
is good enough i will modify used rotary engines if that is all
that
is available to me. these engines will always poer the car i drive,
no
matter how much work it wil take me... i only hope mazda can make
it
easier for me by intoducing a new rotar in the u.s.
Matthew Prendergast XWEXWNE
Th RX-7 is engeneered to be a true sports car like no other. With
the
glass area reduce, pedals milled, spark plugs wires shortend for
the
pursuit of light weight. With a power plant that is engineered to
produce the highest power to weight ratio this sports car is like
no
other. It ispires driver enthusiast to the true meaning of the
sport.
One drive will make the difference! And if it is heritage that the
market is calling for, which I here it is, it is there dating back
to
the Cosmo. The heritage that is created by Mazda being the first
Japanesse built car to win Le Mans in 1991. This heritage is
reflected
by the following that the RX-7's have built and I strongly suggest
that Mazda takes a look around, take a look around the internet and
view the following. Join the RX-7 mailing list by emailing
[email protected]. I dare Mazda to give us a email site to mail to.
I
am sure if they take these steps they will find a following of
enthusiast that are dedicated to the rotary engine; Yet they will
also
find these enthusiast in dismay as to there future with the rotary
and
what they will do without the continued production a rotary based
sports car. And last of all I beg Mazda to produce the RX-01 for we
are following you Mazda, and supporting you Mazda.
Chad Reichle
I am a 25-year old student with two jobs (one is my own business).
Why
do I have two jobs? So I can pay for my RX-7, of course! There is
nothing in the world like this car. There is nothing else in the
world
like the rotary engine! One of the failures of marketing on the
part
of Mazda was to position against Camaros, Mustangs and the like a
car
that belongs in the territory of Lotus Esprit Turbos, Ferrari 512
TR's, and Porsche 911 TT's. _Now_ compare prices! The car
accellerates
effortlessly, handles like a slotcar, and is a joy to modify,
strong
enough to handle more than twice the rated power! Such a robust
design
is surely exactly what the doctor ordered in a market with only the
Corvette, Viper, NSX, Porsche, and a handful of exotics. What do
all
these cars have in common? With the exception of the Corvette, they
all cost a lot more than an RX-7! Will I be able to buy a new RX-7
in
the year 1999 or 2000 (my time for my next project car)? Or will I
have to scrounge around for a low-mileage '95 and put a lot of
money
into it? Of course, my silly dream is an all-wheel-drive 20B-twin-
turbo RX-7, but it's just a silly dream... or is it? Come on,
Mazda.
The Millenia is a small Park Avenue. The Miata is a toy- a fun toy,
but a toy nonetheless. With Asian car manufacturers dropping their
serious cars right and left, it's time for the RX-7 to sail East to
the good ol' US of A once more, to show all those Integra and SE-R
yahoos the what-for of high-tech Japanese muscle - and maybe a
3000GT
or two in the bargain. Rotary Power Forever!
Thomas D'Acquisto
I'm a 35 year old computer professional living in San Francisco,
the
most EXPENSIVE city to live in the USA. Parking in this city can
cost
hundreds of dollars a month. Many people here don't drive. They
don't need to as we have a tremendous mass transit system. I
didn't
drive for years when I first moved here. Then I drove a friend's
RX-7
(convertible) and was hooked! I knew nothing of the rotary engine,
so
I educated myself and thanks to hundreds of people on the
internet, I
have learned. I noticed how many first and second generation
RX-7s I
saw on the road! LOTS! That told me that they were built to last!
I
then decided that I wanted to buy one, but then came the news that
Mazda was discontinuing the importation of RX-7s into the country.
WHY?? Many theories have been discussed. I searched for several
months before finding the perfect 1991 RX-7 Convertible.
Everytime I
get in it, I get a rush of adrenaline. I hear the whirring of the
rotors and feel the car accelerate and I get excited. The RX-7
makes
driving FUN!! I love it and only hope that someday I will be able
to
purchase a newer model RX-7 convertible - if they're ever re-
introduced.
The simple fact is that there will always be people that want
something less ordinary. An automobile that stands apart from the
masses. Something that tells others "I'm different". Special.
The
RX-7 is that car.
Guillermo Pedroni
The "RX-7". Its one of the most beautiful sports cars I have ever
seen! When I was younger I loved the Mustangs and Camaros and I
continued to love then for years!....Until I saw my FIRST RX-7!
Its
was magnificent! After seeing so many Mustangs and Camaros and
Corvettes and any other American cars the RX-7 alone stood out! It
was like the only car that stood out in the crowd. I was 16 when I
got my first RX-7(79) And once I painted it Purple...It also stood
out!...Every where I go people Turn thier heads and point! I am
glade
and overjoyed that I have a car that is totally different than
others.
Everywhere I drvie I get offers to race my RX-7 against Street
Mustangs, Cameros, Berettas and other sports cars but I must
decline
these offers because I only own a 79. That still does not stop me
from raceing at higher speeds which I have been VERY succesfull But
I
LUV my 7 I love the way it takes turns at 70mph I love the way the
Engine HUMS. I luv the stong braking, The quick pickup(for a 18
year
old car!!) And the Body Style are wonderful! The sound of the
strong
exhaust. It all makes the Car A true standout! I luv braging to
others about my "Special" engine! I love to explain to others how
my
car has NO Pistons! And most people Never believe me... I have
been
talking so much about my car that ALL my friends are experts at
these
Rotary Engines. I have talked so much about these cars that two of
my
friends(19 & 18) are in the process of selling thier cars (a 88
Ford
Taurus & a Mazda 626) for a 91 HOT red RX-7 and the other friend is
buying a strong 85. And me you ask I am saving up for a NEW 1999
RX-
01 R1??!! Thats if Mazda decides to bring those Beauty Queens
Back!!
If and when the time comes that Mazda Re-Introduces the Rx-7 I WILL
be
one of the First Guys in line to buy that True Sports car! By the
way
I am 19 and have a great job that allows me to buy a new car but
wont
until I can find a GREAT RX-7!
Steve Cirian
Dear Mazda,
I am the proud owner of a 1995 RX-7 (FD).
I am writing to express my concern over your cancellation of the
importation of the RX-7 into the USA in 1995, as well as lack of
plans to reintroduce it. There is an amazing amount of interest
in
the RX-7 and rotary engines here. Just do a search on "RX-7" or
"rotary" on the World Wide Web and you will receive hundreds of
matches.
I think that if you were to reintroduce it today, it would sell
like
hotcakes, given the revival of the sports car that has been taking
place lately (e.g.- Porsche Boxster, Mercedes-Benz SLK, BMW Z3,
etc.)
Plus it performs better than any of those, as well as almost
anything
else on the road. And looks a lot better too.
Witness the huge popularity of the RX-7 in the SCCA's Solo II
autocross events. The car is the reigning champion since it was
introduced. Everyone who owns one that I have talked to at these
events, on the street, or anywhere has said they would not part
with
it (unless Mazda starts to import it again).
Please bring back the RX-7!
Sincerely,
Steve Cirian 312-507-5660
Felix Miata
I just figured out that I recently achieved the 30th anniversary of
my
first driver's licence. The interesting part? I have never
purchased
myself any 4-wheeled vehicle that didn't come from Mazda's factory
with a rotary engine.
Can anyone else with over 20 years driving experience make a
similar
or related claim?
My first automobile purchase was a '71 RX-2 in April '73. So, I
have
24+ continuous years in rotary Mazdas. Now if Mazda would just get
their act together & make them available in new cars I should be
able
to go through my whole driving life without ever buying anything
else.
D.A. Mazzella
Soul. What exactly is a soul? What precisely constitutes life? Is
it
mere chemical reactions that combine to produce self-replicating
proteins, the transference of chemical energy into movement? Most
living things on this Earth are comprised of Carbon, but can
something
have a soul that is composed of metal, rubber and plastic?
Yes. The RX-7, with out a question, has a soul. So unique is this
soul that it has touched the souls of the carbon-based life form,
the
human. The RX-7's purpose in life is to provide humans with
driving
exhilaration unlike that of any other machine. In feelings that
cannot
be spoken, the RX-7 propels itself and occupants to other levels of
consciousness. The rotary engine hums to life in an organic way�
not
like clunky piston engines. The suspension is finely tuned to grab
the road in tight corners. From a standstill to full throttle, the
human and RX-7 soul become one, shifting through gears, moving
gracefully up the power curve. Imagine thousands of these
creatures
enjoying the simple thrill of driving, and one can see why the RX-7
has evolved from a singular creature to a whole society.
With the demise of the RX-7 in the 1990's, the RX-7, as a life form
and civilization, is in danger of becoming extinct. Older rotary
engines breathe strong, knowing that they might be the last of a
proud
breed. Car doctors repair and maintain the aging civilization of
RX-
7's, but without a new breed of the car, the society is sure to
perish
into obscurity. The roads that were once electrified with RX-7's
are
clogged with the SUV, and family minivan. A road-top devoid of
color�
and soul is what awaits Earth with the passing of the RX-7.
I implore you to create a new RX-7 or rotary powered sports car,
for
the souls of humans will always yearn for the souls of these
phenomenal machines.
Mike Carter
Hello, I am an Information Systems Administrator for a firm in
Springfield, Ohio. I have owned 4 RX-7's. A '79, '81, '87, and my
newest purchase, a decked out fully loaded '91 coupe with all the
extras to make it a mustange eater. I would just like to let Mazda
know if they were to re-release to RX7 over here in the states, I
would definitly, with-out a dought, be at the dealership picking
one
up, NO MATTER WHAT THE COST!
Steve Soberski
I have owned Mazad cars since 1980. My first Mazda was new 1980
GLC;
great little car that I had until 1986 when I bought a new Mazda
626.
I really enjoyed the 626 but wanted something with more performance
so
in 1988 I bought a new MX-6 Turbo; another great Mazda car.
However,
I had been looking at the RX-7 for years; finally in 1991 I bought
a
new 1990 RX-7 Turbo II. The car was wonderful and I had very few
problems with the car. In 1993 I found a very low mileage 1984
RX-7
GSL-SE and also purchased that car. I have since sold the 1990
Turbo
II but still have the 1984 GSL-SE; it just turned 31,000 miles and
drives like a new car.
I would like an opportunity to continue buying Mazda products and
the
RX-7 has always been the car that I've aspired to own. Hopefully
an
RX-7 will soon be back in the Mazda family here in the US.
Joe Reid
I am a 26 year old computer professional who has had new car fever
for
nearly 2 years now. I have test driven nearly every AFFORDABLE
"exotic" on the market, domestic and import and there is nothing
that
astetically appeals to me like the RX-7. It is by far the most
beautiful car in the world, but alas I can no longer buy a new one.
Here I sit with an approved car loan and no car to buy. I have
begun
my search for a used '95, but there is something about new cars, or
so
I am told. I have never owned a new car and as my new car fever
developed I realized it would be so much more satisifying to buy
the
most beautiful car ever produced as my first new car. As I began
to
learn about the rotary engine and how much more capaible the rotary
was compared to pistons I got even more excited, only to remember I
can't buy a new one...so here I sit. Please reintroduce the RX-7,
the
most beautiful car ever produced, here in the states.
Brandon Bloomquist
I am 16, own an 84 GSL, and live in minnesota. I love the bragging
rights that come with owning one of these vehicles. I go to a
small
christian school and KNOW that I have the sweetest car in the
parking
lot. I get alot of ridicule for owning it from fellow students who
seem to think that #1 They know more than me, and #2 that rotories
do
not stat in winter and just plain suck. WRONG!!! Some of them
have
been wasted by the power of the seven, and others impressed as all
gittup by a QUICK ride into town and back.
I LOVE my car and will buy nothing but rotories from this day on.
So,
I call upon Mazda to put out another RX-7 so I can buy a brand new
one
when I have the finances. I have already put a 5.slow mustang into
its
shameful place in the world of cars. I love the quick
acceleration,
perfect handling, and ease of driving. Bringing back the seven
will
also raise the resale value of our cars, enabling us to buy better
seven's.
Bill Rockefeller
Put me under the insane column then. I come from a completely
different camp.
This car was created for one reason IMO. To be the perfect daily
driver and weekend brawler for a select group of people. Mazda
didn't
say it was for everyone. I feel it is a SIN to purchase a car like
the
RX-7 Twin Turbo, and not use it as much as possible (as much as
reasonable). I break down into tears when I see a flawless R1 with
over 300hp and a mind-blowing 500 watt high-end stereo, that only
gets
appreciated a few times per month.
I drive my RX-7 always, whenever I can, wherever I can, as fast as
I
can (prudently, legally, and without causing undue havoc, yes, I
have
a fairly clean driving record, and never an at-fault accident).
I *WANT* to constantly be at a high level of adrenaline. We don't
really have a lot of time to spend in this lifetime. I plan to get
every minute of enjoyment out of my life, and the car I drive is an
integral part of this. I have the money to afford an RX-7 (used
'93,
about $20k w/4 year warranty). I have the money to afford gas,
insurance, tyres, and maintenance.
I didn't buy the car to look cool. I didn't buy it to scam chicks.
(I'm very happily married). I bought it to serve my needs. My
addiction to speed.
I'm going to drive the tyres off this car until I can afford to
step
up to something even faster, or until our f****d up governement
takes
this car away from me for polluting the atmosphere or wasting too
much
dino juice.
What good is an ice-cream cone if not eaten? What good is a woofer
that doesn't produce heart-stopping and stunning sub-bass? Why buy
the
fastest modem if you almost never connect to anyone? What good is a
rose if it's beauty isn't viewed and it's fragrance enjoyed?
Drive as if you might never get another chance to drive again.
Live Rich. Don't die Rich.
P.S. Mazda, give us our bloody RX-7 back. Now dammit. :]
Stephen Hitchcock
Hi there Mazda! I hope you are seriously considering what you have
done.I am presently driving a 84 series 3 Rx-7 GT-X,i have only
ever
driven an Rx-7,
My first was a decked out series 2 GT-X rx-7.The rx7 is a unique
car
with it's rotary engine.I am never going to change my mind on the
rotary ,neither should you have,you are disappointing many, MANY
mazda
rotary lovers!
I sincerly hope you change your mind on the rotary as now more and
more people are changing their passions to rotary!
I'm a 18 year old living in New Zealand THANX STEVE.
Reason
Taurus SHO. 1989 to 1995. End of story.
D,Single
these cars are the wave of the young generation and i belive that
you
should bring these cars back. if you would notice that as soon as
you dropped the rx-7 the mx-5 took off and many people are now
buying
these cars you can planly see that there is a great need for mazda
sports cars.
Dave Cole
Here's my $0.02 :
If the Mazda RX-7 was affordable, it would be successful. I
personally
have looked around at all the early 90's, high end sports cars. The
one that sticks out for me is the 300ZX, because of both its
styling
and its performance, and because it is within my price range. A car
won't sell if your most interested buyers can't afford it. Perhaps
maybe then the solution isn't to countinue to add more power to the
design, but to design a car that has performance plus
affordability,
plus style. And for those who want speed, create a high end
version.
One thing is certain. For every V8 Mustang sold anymore, there are
nearly 2 V6's being sold. The same goes for all cars. People want
the
style and the statement, but if the price is wrong, they'll look
elsewhere. I think the RX-7 is one of the most awe inspiring cars
to
look at, inside and out. To get it back would be amazing, but there
needs to be a low-cost, mid performance model that would bring back
the image of the RX-7...
PS - Great job with the '98 model commercials. Loved the snapshot
of
the rotary!
J. Kent Roberts
Dear Mazda, I have suffered a setback in my car shopping when I
drove
onto the Mazda lot and found no RX-7s. I was shocked to find out
that
there won't be any on any of the lots. My first car was an '80
RX-7.
For the first time in my life I have found myself in a financial
position to buy a not just a new car but can afford to be choosy
and
get just the car I want. Since that first car I have owned 8
different cars/trucks. Now that I have more flexibility I
considered
all of my past car owning experiences and the one I would most like
to
duplicate would be the quality and confidence of the RX-7, not to
mention the style. I can not understand why you would discontinue
the
sale of the RX-7 in the U.S. There is no other car on the market
like
it, now I am afraid that no other car will satisfy me. It is my
hope
that you will see the error in your ways and you bring the RX-7
back
to the U.S.
Sincerely, J. Kent Roberts
Scott Stachiw
What can't be said about this unique car? For those who don't know
what a rotary engine is, this car is nothing more than a sleak, and
stealthy sports car. But once they learn of the Rotary Engine, and
it's power capabilitys, they are forever attracted to it. At 17 I
bought my first 7. A basic 85. I drove it around town and always
turned heads, especially when stop light drag racing. Nothing can
describe the way these cars handle around corners. I now own an
85,
and 87, and I want a 95. But what if I can't find one? There is
so
much possibility for the improvement of the Rotary engine. And
mazda
is completly foolish for thinking that this car is detrimental to
there income. Perhaps if they did a little more advertising on
this
amazing machine, they would actually get the response the car
deserves.
Shawn Nguyen
I have had my 86 RX 7 for 3 years now. When I first drove this car
I
was surprised right away by the power that it produce, especially
since I was already 8 years old. I did not know anything about the
car when I bought it, but soon after I fell in loved with it as I
found out more and more about it. I can't say more than what
everyone
else has said about this exceptional piece of machinery that has so
much potential. Just the thought of having an engine that's design
like one in an airplane is enough to make me excited. When I start
my
car every morning I love the way it revs up to 3000 RPM and make
the
beautiful exhaust note that I've come to enjoy hearing. I am right
now in the process of putting after market product on my car
including
turbos and exhaust to put out more power. As everyone knows this
is
best accomplish with the best basic which this car no doubt has. I
live in Hawaii and there is a whole bunch of RX 7 on the road out
here, so I doubt very much that Mazda could not sell a lot of RX 7
if
it was re-introduced. I'm sure that they will come around if they
took a look at the ordering of parts for this car. There is a shop
out here where I live that specializes in rotary and they have a
whole
bunch of them in their shop getting "souped" up all the time. So
there you go, Mazda, you can make a lot of money with this car. So,
I
beg you to bring it back, KEEP ROTARY POWER ALIVE!
Anthony james
Dear People, I own an 86 Rx7 and even though this spunky little car
has drained my pocket with repairs, "I love the damn thing". Ya
see,
this is a sports car. It's not your everyday, go to work and come
home
vehicle. This is a weekend fun free for all. Since owning this
little
creature, I have had two speeding tickets and at least three
warnings
to slow it down. To be really blunt, I think the new designed
Corvette
pushed the Rx7 away.
WE NEED TO BRING IT BACK.
Jeff Gaudet
I have owned a 1988 RX-7 SE and I am in love with the third
generation. I feel that it is, or was, the best looking car on the
market. I am a 21 year old college senior, and my first priority
upon
graduation is to find a job quickly in order to be able to finance
a
1993-1995 RX-7. I curently own a 1990 Ford Mustang 5.0, and
although
it is much faster than my old SE, it can't compare to the style and
ride of the smooth 1.3 liter rotary. Basically, I would love to
see
the return of the RX-7. Jeff Gaudet P.S.
The
reason that I don't have my RX-7 any more is some Lincoln cut me
out
and ended its life at only 60k miles.
Chris Tonthat
I am an owner of the 1st generation RX-7. It is now 15 years old
with
nearly 200,000 miles on the odometer but it still can provide a
thrilling ride. I didn't get a chance to own the 2nd gneration
RX-7
but was looking forward to the 3rd generation when it was taken
away
from the US market. I am once again looking to replace my RX-7 and
would love to own another rotary driving machine.
Chris Lee
My name is Chris Lee and I bought a 95 white Rx-7 at the end of
1996.
I spend more than four months to look for it since the beginning of
1996 because there wasn't any new white Rx-7 in Houston, Texas.
Now I
only drive it in the weekend. I have only put a Peter Farrell air
filter and a super drager exhaust on it and I am going to modify a
lot
more. I also hope to see a future version of this lovly car. And
happen to the RX-1 the projected RX-7????????
James Best, Jr.
As current owner of a '91 "7", I feel compelled to contribute to
this melancholy collection. My first rotary was a 87 Sport. I
racked
up 170,000 miles before selling to an mechanically inept friend,
who
blew the motor after a mere month of ownership. These fantastic
engines powered equally fantastic cars. Enthusiast cars that not
only
accelerated well, but had balance, and poise. Anyone who has
drifted
a "7" through a high speed curve can appreciate my message. Then
there's the '93-'96. Wow. The same friend who ruined my '87 later
acquired a '93. Yes, he abused it too, but it survived until he
was
forced to sell (baby). I have yet to ride in a car that could
handle
as well as that one. And brakes? Unreal. At any rate, a
combination
of a sour market, a narrow focus, and poor advertising killed one
of
the greatest supercars ever made. As for the future, what does it
hold? It doesn't look promising. The RX-01 is dead, and Ford is
calling the shots. The SUV is king today. Sports cars aren't
cool!
Why would you want to be down so low, when you can have a
commanding
view of the road? And please! You're not intimidating anyone in
that
little sports car! You'll be a 34;road rage" victim for sure! The
fact
is, SUV's are unsafe. They handle and brake poorly, and the
majority
can barely get out of their own way. Don't even think about what
they
will do to an ordinary car in a collision. But hey! We live in a
society that's only concerned with profile. Individuals afraid of
the
dark, just by buying a truck, can now appear to be macho outdoorsy
types. But no, Brothers. We are a different breed. A declining
minority who are willing to make a sacrifice for purity. For us,
an
automobile is not an appliance, but an inspiration. The drive is
the
important destination. But don't despair. Write your letters.
Mazda
claims to be for the individual. If that's true, and not a load of
PR
hype, then maybe someone there will take note. Keep the faith!
One
day, the pendelum may once again swing our way.
Steve Walls
I am an RX-7 enthusist. When I heard that the RX-7 was to be
discontinuted, I was rather disapointed. It was one of the best
sports cars around and still is in some ways. I really hope that
wankel's engine will live on...
Ryan Paul
I bought my 1986 RX7 GXL in August 1994, and it was the best thing
I
have ever done. The only car I've wanted since then was a new RX7.
Sadly, as they are no longer shipped to the States, my dream will
never be realized.
Scot M. McLeod
Dear Mazda,
My 1st introduction to the Rx7 was a test drive in the 2nd
generation
turbo. It was awe inspiring. I bought it on the spot in 1986.
The
purchase price represented 60% of my annual income. Some things
are
worth paying for. I now own a very fast 1993 touring edition.
Although there have been some technical issues with the car...I
wouldn't give it up for anything. We all know that there are costs
associated with owning a sports car, but we own them because we are
enthusiasts. Needlss to say 11 years later 60% of my income is a
hell
of a lot more money...and I don't want a minivan or trendy 4 wheel
drive SUV. Don't leave me forced to consider the NSX, Porsche or
Viper as my next car. Please I'm begging!!!
Paul Gomez60;/STRONG>
I am a sports car enthusiast and in my search for an awesome sports
car I ended up stumbling through American garbage like the Camaro,
Mustang, and other want to bees. Lucky for me I found a 1993 Mazda
RX-
7, I wanted a newer model but I could't find one. Mazda bring the
RX-7
back.
Andy Leets
Hi my name is Andy, I'm not old enough to buy a car yet but i have
had
the chance to drive an RX-7 and it was one hell of a ride. My dad
owns
an MX-6 four cylinder with over 100,000 miles and it runs like new.
He
also owns an '89 Mercury Tracer with a Mazda engine that has almost
140,000 miles on it and he's only had to replace a head gasket. If
the
RX-7 is brought back to the US I'll
