200sx or rx7?

[reodan92]

Hmmm ive been looking at cars lately because im about to get my first car .Im trying to find something under 10k.

Ive been looking at this s12 w/ a sr20det swap already done to it for 4khttp://portland.craigslist.org....html

Ive also been looking at this 94 rx7 for 9k, which is really cheap for a 94 rx7.http://portland.craigslist.org....html

To be honest im torn between the decision of what to get. IMO i like the look of the s12 alot better (after a clean up) and i dont see many old 200sx around here but then again i dont see many 94 rx7 either. idk. Input would be appreciated. O yeh does the 200sx have ac?

EDIT: so yeh im not going to get the s12 for sure becuase its an 1 hour drive away and im still thinking about the rx7. Im not sure i want it because from what ive heard rotary engines can be a pain and are expensive to fix. I just found this Supra for sale though.

http://portland.craigslist.org....html

really cheap. to bad its auto and has so much miles but its still sexy .also is this to much to pay for a kouki?

http://portland.craigslist.org....html
Modified by reodan92 at 6:53 PM 3/1/2009

[heartofaskyline]

well the rx7 is a scam so i might go with the s12

[reodan92]

hmm i dont think the rx7 is a scam, looks like the guy is kind of desperate for money. Ive seen the rx7 for sale for about a year now and no one has bought it. started out at 15k and now its at 9k . Ill give him a call soon just to make sure.

[Ghast]

I would go for the Rx-7 if everything checked out ok.

I would not trust the fact that he said HIS mechanic took a look at it. I would look at it personally and also have someone you trust take a look at it, preferably someone with lots of rotary experience.

If he has the title and there is nothing on it pertaining to it being salvaged or only being used as a parts car, maybe even reassigned. Then it sounds like a good deal to me.

Good Luck in your decision and purchase of either of the vehicles.

One Love,

Ghasty

[Conquerer]

Sweet, I love seeing S12s for sale since they're so rare. Nice swap too.

I'd take the RX-7 though if it does check out as a real sale. The way the sellers opens with saying how everything is good and no problems or whatever makes it seem like a scam (a lot of scams just go on about how mint the car is and nothing needs to be done, etc etc), but it's hard to tell exactly. Usually people don't put phone numbers up though, I don't think. But yeah, as long as you're not a dumbass and don't Paypal him the money or give him your credit card there's no harm in looking deeper to see if the RX-7 sale is legitimate. If so, good luck.

[Jadesr20det]

Rx-7 if its LEGIT...the s12 just looks like a** in my opinion..... good luck

[freakyjason]

Rx-7 if its LEGIT...the s12 just looks like a** in my opinion..... good luck

I agree, I've never been a huge fan of the s12. That is a really good price for an fd too. However, I feel like it depends on what you want to do with the car. If you want a daily driver, I would probably get the s12 since the sr is (generally) more reliable than an fd.

[s13importuner7]

Rx-7 if its LEGIT...the s12 just looks like a** in my opinion..... good luck

^ agreed. def the rx-7 if its real. and yea usually they dont put their phone number if its fake. its probably real. just check everything out before you make a hasty decision. the rx-7 is pretty sick. that 200sx makes me want to its cool that its rare but still..... but thats just my opinion

[SR24DET]

Dont get me wrong because I love nissans, but anyone who takes an S12 over a FD is crazy IMO. I know everyone has there own opinion, but come on man.... its an FD!!

[Ghast]

And remember, If he has had it for sale this long at a great price. He can wait a little bit longer so you can research and inspect everything about the car and the plausible future transaction.

If you go check it out and take pictures be sure to post them here.

Also if you need any help on how this transaction should go and/or any questions you may want to ask about any of this. Feel free to ask!

Good Luck

Ghasty

[zach-Ka]

I would go with the s12. I hate FD's. Thats just my opinion.

[breadbox]

I'd go with the rx-7 keeping in mind that it is rotary and either learn how to work on those or find rotard near you. Before committing to buy have someone who knows those cars look at it for you.

The S12 kinda looks like a**, but would be fun. If you got tired of the chassis swap it to another shell. Plus its cheaper than an FD.

[S13Joe]

go with the 7, i f***ing love those cars.

[hotrodjoseph]

Rx-7 if its LEGIT...the s12 just looks like a** in my opinion..... good luck

same the s12 looks horrible IMO, and thats a rely good price for an FD..and you cant pass up an FD for that price

[freakyjason]

Maybe I'm just old fashion, but this is this kid's first car and I feel like he should get something that he can rely on every day and isn't so finicky. Thus my above suggestion.

[ShereKhan]

ya do the FD but the first thing you need to do is re-seal it. those rotaries can bring some major headaches but are the bomb

[reodan92]

thx for everyones input. Ill just go with the rx7 and if i dont like it i could always resell it for more. Just wondering do rotary engines break down easier or handle any different? If something was to go wrong with it would it be an expensive fix?

[nissanman04]

Just wondering do rotary engines break down easier or handle any different? If something was to go wrong with it would it be an expensive fix?

Rotaries can be a real pain if you don't know what you are doing...I'd definitely do some more research to see what you are getting yourself into, especially if you plan on driving it every day. If properly maintained, rotaries can be reliable, but that is a big "if."

[S13Joe]

A rotary engine is just like any other engine, treat it good and it will do the same in return. They may be a little more delicate BUT everything has its pro's and con's.

[i240sx]

i'll buy a cheap s13 1000-2500 and buy parts that are worth more then the car..hahaa

[INFERNO s14]

i'll buy a cheap s13 1000-2500 and buy parts that are worth more then the car..hahaa

shhhh ..more for us

[nifares240]

considering an FD as a first car? wow...wish I had that chance when I was 16. good luck

[livinglegend2100]

nicen choice on the FD. ive always wanted one of those but theyre so damn expensive... and they ARE reliable despite what some people want to tell you.

people just hear stories about f***-tards that cant take care of a car and beat the piss out of it without learning how to maintain it. a rotary isnt any less reliable than any other motor. (given you care about your car)

buy some nice 3mil apex seals for it and your golden. long live the FD =]

[Automatic]

listen to livinglegend, too bad my brother is one of those f***-tards and now his fd wont run. (mind you he was at the track when it broke down.) something about over heating the oil and flooding. lol i noe it dont make sense.

by the way livinglegend2100, i love your sig about those trucks, cuz i live in one of those areas, and u understand, i completely agree w/ that guy big Bubbaf*** hillbilly trucks.

[Elbowblk]

I love the Rx7 But having one as the FIRST car is a bad idea. cause of rwd/hp generally is too much for most teens.

and theres always a chance of having your apex seal s*** the bed. Its definately not a cheap car to work on either.

But if it was me, i'd get it either way. fd's are just too awesome.

And as for the s12. Dont know much about it.

[justclay]

Be careful with the RX-7. There has to be a reason why it's been for sale for a year. If no one's bought it, then you're probably looking at a scam or a car that has major problems. Just watch out. The Supra is pretty hot. Good luck with the purchase.

[playero_loko]

rx7 all the way baby, i will own and 3rd gen fd before i die... i love that car so bad!

[i240sx]

fd motor will be blown in less then 100 thousand miles...rotary sound sick but its unreliable

[93240cooool]

fd motor will be blown in less then 100 thousand miles...rotary sound sick but its unreliable

no it wont, all you have to do is keep oil in a rotary cause all of them burn it like a b****, and agree with whoever said get apex seals.

GL

[Jadesr20det]

To expand on my comment a bit rotaries can be reliable if taken care of mind you it is an older car sooooo....also after purchasing it i HIGHLY recommend apex seals and COOLING mods (heat is the 13b's nemesis and is the leading killer of the TT)....so plan to spend an extra 2k in that alone if you have 11k total go ahead scoop it up and have a ball....yes you are 16 a lot of car for you blah blah, its your money go nuts....I personally wouldnt bother w/that s12 in particular considering it looks like crap so I would question the "quality" of mechanic/engine work done to it.....if you decide on neither may i suggest an sc300 w/1jz swap can be had for around 7k and those are reliable cars/motors.....or just buy a 98 240 and do it up....either way gl