Mazda RX-7

The Mazda RX-7 spanned three distinct generations, all defined by their use of the high-revving Wankel rotary engine. The first generation (SA22C/FB, 1978-1985) was a lightweight, simple sports car. It was followed by the second-generation (FC, 1985-1992), which offered a more modern, Porsche 944-like design and an optional turbocharger. The final third-generation (FD, 1992-2002) is a 90s icon, celebrated for its stunning, timeless bodywork and a sophisticated sequential twin-turbocharged 13B-REW engine.

Collectors prize the RX-7 for its unique driving experience. The rotary engine's smooth power delivery and willingness to rev create a character that no piston engine can match. The FD, in particular, is a JDM hero car with a near-perfect weight distribution and telepathic handling, cementing its status as one of the best-handling cars of its era. Its appearances in film, TV, and video games have only broadened its appeal to a new generation of enthusiasts.

The market for the RX-7 is strong, with the average price hovering around $26,500 across 776 sales. This figure is heavily skewed by the meteoric rise of FD values, where pristine, low-mileage examples and special editions like the Spirit R can command over $100,000. Earlier FB and FC models remain a more affordable entry point into rotary ownership, but their values are also steadily climbing as the supply of clean cars dwindles.

Prices range from $1,978 for project cars to $150,000 for top-spec collector examples.