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Report #610531

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Exterior
Inspection of the vehicles exterior shows; There are minor misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos. There are a few small scratches and scuffs at the rt fender lip, left door skin chipped 1/8in. Ding at left rear corner of the rood 1/4 in. The paint shows some wear and tear that is consistent with age and mileage. Front bumper, left front side above the headlight is scuffed. The front bumper also has some light white paint splatter or over spray or from a road strip.

Interior
The vehicles interior shows no rips or tears. There were no unusual odors noted. The driver seat back is dry and scuffed. There is light wear to the seats. The inner door panels show wear. The interior trim shows normal wear. Center console is chipped in a few spots. Air conditioning works but seems like it has a low charge it cooled down to 56f, it should be a little colder, but the clutch does engage and no AC comp noise. The carpet shows normal wear. Floor mats are just a little worn. The headliner shows miscellaneous smudge marks from normal use. The interior accessories including radio, power windows, door locks and mirrors operate as they should at the time of the inspection.

Mechanical
The accessible under hood fluids were noted to be at acceptable levels. The left side of the rad tank shows some flaking but no coolant leak. It looks like a transmission cooler line hose is seeping. The belts and hoses were noted to be in good condition.

Road Test
The engine starts, runs and idles. The vehicle accelerates, the transmission operates smoothly and the brakes stop the vehicle effectively. The steering is responsive. Going over road bumps and center stripe pucks the susp is a little rough but on smooth roads it feels good. There were no unusual noises or vibrations noted.

Vehicle Info

Year 1993
Make Mazda
Model RX-7
Mileage 20286
Transmission Automatic
VIN Number JM1FD3315P0210351
Interior Leather
Interior Color Tan
Body Color Red
Engine Rotary
Drive Type Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type Gas

Exterior

Wiper Blades
Windshield Washer
Body Alignment
Scratches
There are minor misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos. There are a few small scratches and scuffs at the rt fender lip, left door skin chipped 1/8in.
Dings
Ding at left rear corner of the rood 1/4 in.
Dents
Paint Condition
The paint shows some wear and tear that is consistent with age and mileage.
Rust
Exterior Lights
Sunroof
Door Mirrors
Bumpers
Front bumper, left front side above the headlight is scuffed. The front bumper also has some light white paint splatter or over spray or from a road strip.
Side Moldings
Frame Damage
Glass
Body Seals
Body Filler?
Hood
Doors
Floors
Rockers
Quarter Panels
Chrome

Interior

Steering Wheel
Horn
Cruise Control
Seat Condition
The driver seat back is dry and scuffed. There is light wear to the seats.
Seat Belts
Clock
Radio/Navigation
Inner Door Panels
The inner door panels show wear.
Power Locks
Window Switches
Window Function
Center Console
Center console is chipped in a few spots.
Dash
Sun Visors
Dash Lights
Dash Gauges
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning works but seems like it has a low charge it cooled down to 56f, it should be a little colder, but the clutch does engage and no AC comp noise.
Heater
Rear Defroster
Carpet The carpet shows normal wear.
Floor Mats
Floor mats are just a little worn.
Cigarette Use
Unusual Odors
Cup Holders
Headliner
The headliner shows miscellaneous smudge marks from normal use.
Blower Motor
Interior Trim
The interior trim shows normal wear.
Inner Trunk

Mechanical

Air Filter
Battery Condition
Charging System
Cooling Fan Condition
Radiator Cap Sealing Properly
Hoses
Radiator
The left side of the rad tank shows some flaking but no coolant leak.
Engine Coolant
Coolant Leaks
Belts
Power Steering
Steering Fluid
Engine Oil
Engine Fluid Leaks
Transmission Fluid
Transmission Leaks
It looks like a transmission cooler line hose is seeping.
Brake System
Brake Fluid Leaks
Differential leaks
Muffler System
CV Joints and Axles
Shocks and bushings
Ball Joints and Tie Rods
Modifications

Road Test

Road Test Yes
Engine Performance
Transmission performance
Differential Performance
Wheel Bearing Performance
Braking Performance
Suspension Performance
Going over road bumps and center stripe pucks the susp is a little rough but on smooth roads it feels good.
Steering Performance
Engine Starting

Manufacturer

Driver FrontBridgestoneBridgestonePassenger Front
Driver RearBridgestoneBridgestonePassenger Rear

Size

Driver Front225/50/16225/50/16Passenger Front
Driver Rear225/50/16225/50/16Passenger Rear

Axle Count

Tire Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Rear

Wheel Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Rear

Tire Tread

Driver Front8/328/32Passenger Front
Driver Rear8/328/32Passenger Rear
Spare Tire
Spare tireNo

Tire Tread Explanation

10/32 or more

Tires have plenty of tread!

(standard)

8/32 or more

Tires have plenty of tread!

(low profile)

5/32 to 7/32

Tires will need replacement soon!

4/32 or less

Tires need replacement!

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