The Mazda RX-7 is a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, rotary engine-powered sports car, manufactured and marketed by Mazda from 1978 through 2002 across three generations, all of which incorporated use of a compact, lightweight Wankel rotary engine.

The Mazda RX-7 Type R, also known as the Mazda ɛ̃fini RX-7 Type R, is a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) version of the Third Generation Mazda RX-7 (chassis code FD3S). The Type R is the JDM equivalent of the performance focused RX-7 R1 and R2 that were available in the US.

A high-end “RS” version of the RX-7 was unveiled. It came with slightly more power (276hp), standard 17” wheels, and was overall lighter compared to a stock model. The “Type R” was even lighter than the “RS” and included a stunning red interior alongside different wheels.

The Mazda RX-7 Type R Bathurst is a limited production series of cars for the RX-7 FD generation that was only available in Japan. Based on the performance focused Type R variant, this series of cars was given the additional Bathurst name to commemorate the famed Bathurst 12-hour car race in Australia, where the RX-7 was victorious for three ...

The 2002 Mazda RX-7 Spirit R is a final year production variant for the FD Generation of RX-7, sold alongside the Type R Bathurst during the year. It was powered by an uprated version of Mazda's 13B-REW twin-turbo 1.3L rotary engine, rated at 276hp, driving power to the rear via a 5-speed manual or optional automatic.

Jan 17, 2023 · This 1995 Mazda RX-7 Type-R Bathurst X is one of 777 right-hand-drive examples produced exclusively for the Japanese market, and it was imported to the US by the seller in 2021. Finished in Brilliant Black over red leather upholstery, the car is powered by a twin-turbocharged 1.3-liter Wankel rotary paired with a five-speed manual transmission.

Dec 29, 2022 · The 1.3-liter 13B Wankel rotary features sequential twin-turbochargers and has been modified with an ARC intercooler, an AutoExe ram-air intake system, and M.D.I. ignition components. An RX-7-branded strut brace spans the engine bay.

Up for sale is this 1993 Mazda RX-7 ɛ̃fini Type-R, and is a right-hand drive example that was imported from Japan to the US by Phase9MotorSports in June 2023. Hands down one of the most instantly recognizable cars to ever roll off a Mazda's assembly line is the FD3S RX-7.

Jul 20, 2023 · We get behind the wheel of the uber-rare Mazda RX-7 Bathurst Type R to see how the modern classic Japanese icon fares today. When it comes to oddball Japanese performance cars, the Mazda RX-7 must be up there as one of the most unique.

The Mazda RX-7 Type R Bathurst is a 2 door coupé-bodied car with a front positioned engine powering the rear wheels. It's powered courtesy of a turbocharged Wankel rotary engine of 2.6 (rotary equivalent) litre capacity.