This 1980 Mazda RX-7 has 86k miles and was purchased new by the seller from a Livonia, Michigan dealer in November 1980. Series 1 RX-7s were produced from 1978-1980 and are often referred to as SA22C cars for the first five characters of their VINs. The 12A rotary engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, and servicing in January 2017 included an oil and filter change, tire rotation, and a new water pump. Other work within the last 6,500 miles included new clutch master and slave cylinders, rear brake shoes, wheel cylinders, and a battery. This unmodified example is offered with a maintenance log dating back to new, and a clean North Carolina title in the seller’s name.

Used as a second car since 1980, this RX-7 is said to be driven regularly, has always been garaged, and has never been in an accident. The seller reports the body has no rust, and paint as all original and shows no oxidation, chalkiness or fading. Also noted are a few stone chips, mostly to the front bumper, and two small dimples to the hood and the passenger door.

The seller notes this RX-7 has had no mechanical or cosmetic modifications during his 36 years of ownership. Gas struts on the rear hatch have been replaced and are said to function correctly. This car rides on OEM 13″mesh alloy wheels, and is not fitted with a sunroof. Pop-up headlights are working correctly, reports the seller.

Vinyl and cloth upholstery appears to be in good overall condition, with the driver’s seat showing three visible tears to upper/outer bolster and some breakdown in foam on the seat base. Other hard trim shows some wear and scuffing, but no signs of damage or missing pieces.

Early SA22C cars feature a combined tach/voltmeter at the center of instrument cluster. The original AM/FM stereo is functional, though adjusting the volume control sometimes yields crackly sound. A/C is functional but the system has a leak and will not hold a refrigerant charge over time. The seller also notes the handbrake indicator light is not working. All other lighting and gauges are reported to be working.

The 1146cc 12A rotary engine is unmodified and retains its factory blue Mazda air cleaner housing and plastic radiator shroud. Rated at 100 horsepower when new, the engine is said to start easily and pull well through all gears.

The oil pan gasket is said to leak after use, and there is a crack in the tail pipes at the rear hanger.

The seller’s 36-year maintenance log records the date, mileage, shop, work completed, and cost for every service from new. Also included is a fuel/mileage log dating back to November 1980.