Auto loans: 1982 Mazda RX-7
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
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For sale
We do not have a 1982 Mazda RX-7 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
What to check when buying the 1982 Mazda RX-7
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (1) and wheels (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85V108000 | 1985-09-04 | steering | IN CERTAIN HIGH SALT AREAS, THE IDLER ARM IS EXPOSED TO ROAD SALT WHICH CAUSES THE DUST SEAL TO DETERIORATE RESULTING IN IDLER ARM PIN CORROSION. THIS CAUSES THE PIN TO FREEZE AND BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BROKEN IDLER ARM PIN COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1982 Mazda RX-7: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1982 Mazda RX-7 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is what to know about the 1982 Mazda RX-7 before buying one.
A buyer's checks
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. NHTSA has 2 owner complaints on file, mostly about steering and wheels. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Engine and fuel
No fuel-use rating is published for this model year, so we leave those figures out.
How big it is
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a summer weekend or a special occasion more than a move.
Drive it on your own roads
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the RX-7 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Picking a year and a trim
Within the 1982 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Get an offer
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1982 Mazda RX-7 from us first.
Ask us about the 1982 Mazda RX-7
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1982 Mazda RX-7 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1982 Mazda RX-7
Does CarmaCars sell the 1982 Mazda RX-7?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1982 Mazda RX-7 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1982 Mazda RX-7 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.