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  1. 10-20-2009, 02:47 PM #1
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    Default Mazda's design chief working on new RX-7



    http://www.autoblog.com/2009/10/20/r...g-on-new-rx-7/

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    We've been hearing rumblings about a Mazda RX-7 revival for so long, we've almost gotten numb to the idea of a next-generation, rotary-powered coupe. But Mazda's new design chief, Ikua Maeda, has given us a desperately needed hope injection when he told Autocar that initial sketches have been completed and he's campaigning Mazda execs to bring the new sports car to market.

    The reborn RX-7 will likely be powered by Mazda's next generation Renesis 16X rotary engine, most recently seen in the Mazda Taiki concept, displacing 1.6-liters and making use of a longer stroke, direct injection and aluminum side housings. Outputs haven't been disclosed, but it's safe to assume the new mill will put out around 250 to 300 horsepower and a sizeable increase in torque, while boosting fuel economy and reducing emissions (and hopefully burning less oil in the process).

    Maeda says the new RX-7 will move further upmarket than its predecessors, with a focus on higher interior quality going forward. Fine by us, but we hope a hardcore, track-focused version is in the cards as well. And if Maeda is to be believed, we could see the fruits of his labors in concept form as early as next year.
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  2. 10-20-2009, 02:57 PM #2
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    they been working on the new RX car going over 4 years now,keep saying samething bout it.

    with the 16X motor and such.
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    Hmm....Looks a tad too retro for my tastes. I was hoping for a more modern body on it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by FlipKing View Post
    Hmm....Looks a tad too retro for my tastes. I was hoping for a more modern body on it.
    i hope that was sarcasem,hard to read on internet.
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    Quote Originally Posted by FlipKing View Post
    Hmm....Looks a tad too retro for my tastes. I was hoping for a more modern body on it.
    *facepalm*

    Yeah, I was thinking a little more modern like this...

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    Ford loses controlling interest, Mazda gets back to designing unique cars. That FC is gorgeous.

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    Quote Originally Posted by FlipKing View Post
    Hmm....Looks a tad too retro for my tastes. I was hoping for a more modern body on it.
    Are you that retarded?

    I posted a pic of an FB since the FD is getting so cliche.
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    I've been waiting FOREVER for Mazda to start showing off some realistic concept models of the next generation RX-7...

    C'mon Mazda! I need something to blow my re-enlistment bonus on!!!

    lol
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    Car manufacturers should bring back older cars like the e30 and FC. It's a win win situation for them. It's not like people interested in a brand new $30-40k car will be buying them so they're making new sales...plus parts and service.

    They should offer them unassembled, in a crate, delivered for $10-15k too
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    Quote Originally Posted by speedminded View Post
    Car manufacturers should bring back older cars like the e30 and FC. It's a win win situation for them. It's not like people interested in a brand new $30-40k car will be buying them so they're making new sales...plus parts and service.

    They should offer them unassembled, in a crate, delivered for $10-15k too
    I have a better idea. More programs like Clienti Ferrari that cater to the older cars in keeping the running and organizing international events for the owners to
    take part in.

    Why does Porsche have yet to make something like this? It would give the boys at Weissach something extra to do.

    What I would give for this.....
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    I'm waiting to buy a new RX7 as soon as they come out with it.
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