the 87-91 (single)turbo models can be a realible car if the proper mant. is done, the non-turbo's are bullet proof. most people don't have a clue when it comes to the rotaries.
I was thinking of getting a Non Turbo RX-7, for a drift car, do they drift good? (stock)? I'll do suspension mods. But what about the engine enough HP to get sideways? Also what do they run 1/4th and 0-60?
2nd gen Rx-7's aren't a bad choice for drift cars. Are you drifting for exhibition or for racing? It has good power and can easily throw you sideways.
The car will last as long as you're willing to take care of it. Personally I would baby the crap out of the engine. If it's specifically for racing, just gut it and don't worry about it. What you really want to do is make sure the engine is in good condition and the chassis has a clean title.
I was thinking of getting a Non Turbo RX-7, for a drift car, do they drift good? (stock)? I'll do suspension mods. But what about the engine enough HP to get sideways? Also what do they run 1/4th and 0-60?
I have a non-turbo fc you'll need to get the rear steer elim. and a LSD for them, i run eibach with tokico 5 way shocks and f/r strut tower bars. my stock port motor has about 150whp which is pleanty for drifting, i can get loose very easily.
I had an '82 13B Streetport and a '91 N/A RX-7 and as long as the proper maintenance is performed, they are rock solid reliable. The 1st gen would be a much better drifting candidate in stock form due to its solid rear alxe and light weight. The 2nd gen is pretty good with the rear steer eliminator installed.
If you're going to just use it for drifting, you should be able to get one that has a solid engine but that has asthetic defects for under $1000. Having rust knocks quite a bit off the value, but that shouldn't matter for a drifter.
