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MazdaFC3S1986–1991US Legal

Mazda RX-7

The turbo rotary pioneer. The FC RX-7 introduced turbocharging to the rotary platform, creating an affordable and lightweight sports car with unique powerplant characteristics.

200 hp
1280 kg
RWD
Mazda RX-7 FC3S
Specifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Code13B-T
Variants

Production Variant Timeline

5 factory variants produced across the FC3S lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.

  1. RX-7 FC3S (Standard)

    1985-10~200,000 built
    • 13B 146 PS NA
    • First FC chassis
    • Double wishbone front

    Original second-gen RX-7 launch model.

  2. RX-7 FC3S Turbo II

    1987~40,000 built
    • 13B-T 185 PS
    • Single turbo with intercooler
    • Sport-focused

    First turbocharged RX-7. Famous Turbo II variant.

  3. RX-7 FC3S Convertible

    1988~12,000 built
    • First FC convertible
    • Manual folding top
    • Unique variant

    Factory convertible version of the FC.

  4. RX-7 FC3S 10th Anniversary

    19881,500 built
    • Special black paint
    • Bronze wheels
    • Numbered plaque

    Mazda's 10th anniversary RX-7 edition. Most collectible FC.

  5. RX-7 FC3S Final Edition

    1992~5,000 built
    • Infini variant
    • Revised interior
    • Last FC production

    Final FC before the FD3S replacement.

Parts

Compatible Parts (25)

🇺🇸 US Import Status

The Mazda RX-7 is currently legal to import to the United States under the 25-year exemption rule. Vehicles manufactured in 1986 or earlier may be imported without DOT/EPA modifications.

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