Mazda

RX-7 Turbo II (FC3S)

1985-1991RWD

200 hp

0-100 in 6.7s

About the Mazda RX-7 Turbo II (FC3S)

The FC RX-7 Turbo II sits between the simple early RX-7s and the more famous FD, and that middle ground gives it a character of its own. It has classic front-engine, rear-drive balance, a cleaner mechanical layout than the FD and a turbocharged 13B that rewards smooth driving. It is also a rotary, so the buying process must be different from a normal piston-engine car.

HOW DOES IT SCORE?

Reliability46/100

Economy28/100

Insurance Cost64/100

Import Price62/100

Maintenance84/100

Practicality38/100

Parts Availability56/100

Maintenance & Reliability

Wrenching Headache Rating

8/10 · Heavy Wrenching

13B-T turbo rotary — fewer sensors than FD but still rotary specialism required.

Technical Specs

Engine

1.3L Turbo Rotary (13B-T)

Drivetrain

RWD

Horsepower

200 hp

Torque

260 Nm

Weight

1280 kg

0-100 km/t

6.7s

Production Years

1985-1991

Investment Grade

MARKET ANALYSIS 📈

🇺🇸 USD

$17,440

🇪🇺 €16,000

📅 Last 12 months▲ +14%

📆 Last 5 years▲ +120%

Price history

$7,927

2021

$9,770

2022

$11,613

2023

$13,456

2024

$15,298

2025

$17,440

2026

Investment Grade · Solid

The Mazda RX-7 Turbo II (FC3S) (1985-1991) sits in a solid mid-tier position, offering bulletproof reliability (46/10) that owners routinely daily-drive paired with low running costs (84/10 maintenance). The RWD platform attracts a steady enthusiast following, and parts remain widely available (56/10). Market-wise values are up a healthy +14.0% year-on-year while a rarity score of 50/100 means you can afford to wait for the right car — accessible next to Grade A and S cars, with condition and mileage doing most of the pricing work.

Price estimates are based on market research and recent sales data. Values fluctuate based on condition, mileage, and market demand. Not financial advice.

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