1984 Mazda RX-7 GSL-SE

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Although Motor Trend claimed, “There’s simply nothing else out there with RX-7’s combination of price, performance, and styling,” Mazda still managed to raise the bar yet again for 1984. RX-7 power levels saw an increase with a 34 percent gain in horsepower, along with 24 percent more torque. The sports car’s Wankel rotary engine offered smooth running with limited moving parts, and thanks to its small packaging, it was placed low and far back in the chassis to create a front-mid-engine car with only minimal reduction to the passenger compartment.

Thanks to this improved weight distribution and well-engineered suspension, Mazda enhanced the already fantastic handling characteristics of a car that continues to have a devout following today. This includes examples like the top-of-the-line 1984 RX-7 GSL SE on offer, which has the added benefit of being equipped with the desirable five-speed manual transmission.

Highlights 

• Two-owner example with original body, paint, glass, interior, engine, and drivetrain, per consigner 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

• Powered by a fuel-injected 1.3-liter Wankel rotary engine producing 135 horsepower 

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in Dover White over a two-tone grey cloth interior

• GSL SE trim level includes: 

  • Air conditioning 

  • Mazda AM/FM radio with cassette and integrated equalizer 

  • Cruise control 

  • Power exterior mirrors 

  • Power windows 

  • 14 inch aluminum alloy wheels 

  • Rear wiper

• Repairs/maintenance performed in last 1,500 miles include: 

  • Clutch and transmission overhaul, including replacement of all transmission bearings 

  • New clutch slave, fan belts, and master cylinders 

  • New catalytic converters (3)

  • New starter  

  • New fuel pump and filter 

  • New distributor cap and rotor 

  • New radiator and hoses 

  • New front tires 

  • New spark plugs and wires 

  • Oil and filter service 

• Passed California Smog Test in October 2023 

• Compression test results in April 2024 shown in photos 

• Offered with 106,525 miles on the odometer at the time of listing 

 Features 

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

• Pop-up headlights  

• Dual exterior mirrors 

• Center console storage compartment 

• Reclining front bucket seats 

• Door-mounted map pockets 

• Quartz clock 

• Front tires: 195/60/R13 Uniroyal, 2024 

• Rear tires: 205/60/R13 BFGoodrich, 2011 

• Rear storage hatches 

• 1983 IMSA Manufacturer’s Championship window decal in driver’s side rear window 

• Still wears original “Unleaded Fuel Only” (Essence Sans Plomb Seulement) sticker on gas cover 

• Original MSRP was $15,275, or $46,097 today 

   Known Imperfections 

• Vent and A/C buttons do not stay engaged, but a spare control panel is provided 

• A/C has not been recharged since purchase 

• Cruise control does not function, although the main switch lights 

• Front windshield washer does not spray but pump is audible 

• Rear wiper does not operate, but washer operates 

• Body imperfections include: 

  • Small blemish near the driver’s door handle 

  • Front bumper paint is chipped, apron is scraped and worn 

  • Paint on windshield trim is worn 

  • Exterior rubber pieces on driver’s side front fender are scuffed/weathered 

  • Paint on passenger door lock is scuffed 

  • Paint on right rear fender is chipped 

  • Paint below the rear window is scraped and chipped, and rear window rubber is torn 

  • Trunk interior shows rust along seams on each side and trim is cracked on right side 

  • Wheel of spare tire shows surface rust 

  • Underside shows light corrosion 

  • Front license plate holder is bent 

  Included 

• Owner’s manual 

• Receipts for repairs since 1999 

• Three keys 

• Low-speed spare tire 

• Original door cups (with small chips) 

• Spare, used heat/air control panel 

 Ownership History

This 1984 Mazda RX-7 GSL SE has been titled in California for 40 years and has remained in the same small neighborhood in Marin County its entire life. The original owner received the vehicle as a retirement gift and eventually sold it to his neighbor, the current owner, in 1999.  Mileage at that time was 102K miles. Since then, the car has been driven regularly, but only for short distances. It is offered with a clean California title in the seller’s name.