The second generation RX-7 ( "FC", VIN begins JM1FC3 or JMZFC1), still known as the "Savanna RX-7" in Japan, offered a complete restyling of the Porsche 944 or Porsche 924 recalls. Mazda of stylists, lead by Chief Project Engineer Akio Uchiyama, focused on the Porsche 944 of his inspiration in designing the FC because the new style car is mainly for the American market, where most of the first generation RX-7's had been sold. This strategy was chosen after Uchiyama and others on the design team spent time in the United States the study of RX-7 owners before cars and other popular sports in the U.S. market. The Porsche 944 sold very well at the time and provided clues about what the sports car enthusiasts might find compelling in future RX-7 style and equipment. While SA22/FB was a pure sports car, the FC tended toward the softer sport-Tourer trends of his time. The handling is much better, with less of the oversteer tendencies of the FB. Direction is more precise, with rack and pinion steering replaces the old recirculating ball steering of VET. Disc brakes also became standard, with some models (S4: GXL, GTU, Turbo II, convertible, S5: GXL, GTUs, Turbo, Convertible) offering four-piston front brakes. The rear seats were optional in some models of the FC RX-7, but is not commonly found in the American market. Mazda also introduced the Dynamic Suspension System Monitoring (DTSS) in the 2nd generation RX-7. The revised independent rear suspension incorporates special control of the feet that are capable of introducing a degree of passive rear steering under cornering loads. Mazda also introduced automated suspension adjustment (ASA) in the 2nd generation RX-7. The system has changed the damping characteristics according to road and driving conditions. The system of compensation for the camber changes and provided anti-dive and anti-squat effects.
Although nearly 80 pounds (36 kg) in weight and more isolated than its predecessor, the FC continued to win accolades from the press. The FC RX-7 was Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year 1986 and the Turbo II was in the car and driver magazine Ten Best list for the second time in 1987.
In the Japanese market, only the turbo engine was the naturally aspirated version, is only allowed as an export. This can be attributed to the criminalization of the insurance companies turbo cars (thus restricting potential sales). This emphasis on containing horsepower and attract insurance companies to make RX-7 is more affordable seems ironic in retrospect. Shortly after the removal of the second generation RX-7 in 1991, a horsepower outright "arms race" broke out between the manufacturers of sports cars, with greater and greater levels of power needed to meet the buyer. This increase in potency are due to phenomena of U.S. CAFE standards remained stable, while the engine technology marched forward quickly.
Mazda RX7 sold 86,000 in the U.S. only in 1986, its first model year, with sales peaking in 1988.
Mazda Motor of Australia published a limited number of 250 'Sports' model Series 4 RX-7, each with power steering, power windows, rear wiper, or as an attempt to reduce the weight of the car. In Japan, there was a limited version of the flame FC, Infini with only 600 for each year. Some special features are observed for all series Infini are infinite white logo on the back, improved suspension, upgraded ECU, 215 hp, (although many banks demonstrate that it leaves 225-230) lighter weight alloy wheels BBS aluminum bumper Aero kits, window glass, bronze, floor bar on the passenger side, aluminum hood scoop, and storage boxes. The car was conceived as the pinnacle of the RX-7 series (until he left the FD) and entered the dark green or black glossy only. Different years for Infini, which took note of the series. There is little information about the Series I was or what year. Series II was introduced in 1988, Series III was introduced in 1990, and Series IV was introduced in 1991. There are only minor differences between the series, the biggest change is that the S4 is a Series II (1986-1988) and Series III and IV being an S5 (1989-1991).
Rx 7 Second generation (FC) Savanna Rx7
The second generation RX-7 ( "FC", VIN begins JM1FC3 or JMZFC1), still known as the "Savanna RX-7" in Japan, offered a complete restyling of the Porsche 944 or Porsche 924 recalls. Mazda of stylists, lead by Chief Project Engineer Akio Uchiyama, focused on the Porsche 944 of his inspiration in designing the FC because the new style car is mainly for the American market, where most of the first generation RX-7's had been sold. This strategy was chosen after Uchiyama and others on the design team spent time in the United States the study of RX-7 owners before cars and other popular sports in the U.S. market. The Porsche 944 sold very well at the time and provided clues about what the sports car enthusiasts might find compelling in future RX-7 style and equipment. While SA22/FB was a pure sports car, the FC tended toward the softer sport-Tourer trends of his time. The handling is much better, with less of the oversteer tendencies of the FB. Direction is more precise, with rack and pinion steering replaces the old recirculating ball steering of VET. Disc brakes also became standard, with some models (S4: GXL, GTU, Turbo II, convertible, S5: GXL, GTUs, Turbo, Convertible) offering four-piston front brakes. The rear seats were optional in some models of the FC RX-7, but is not commonly found in the American market. Mazda also introduced the Dynamic Suspension System Monitoring (DTSS) in the 2nd generation RX-7. The revised independent rear suspension incorporates special control of the feet that are capable of introducing a degree of passive rear steering under cornering loads. Mazda also introduced automated suspension adjustment (ASA) in the 2nd generation RX-7. The system has changed the damping characteristics according to road and driving conditions. The system of compensation for the camber changes and provided anti-dive and anti-squat effects.
Although nearly 80 pounds (36 kg) in weight and more isolated than its predecessor, the FC continued to win accolades from the press. The FC RX-7 was Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year 1986 and the Turbo II was in the car and driver magazine Ten Best list for the second time in 1987.
In the Japanese market, only the turbo engine was the naturally aspirated version, is only allowed as an export. This can be attributed to the criminalization of the insurance companies turbo cars (thus restricting potential sales). This emphasis on containing horsepower and attract insurance companies to make RX-7 is more affordable seems ironic in retrospect. Shortly after the removal of the second generation RX-7 in 1991, a horsepower outright "arms race" broke out between the manufacturers of sports cars, with greater and greater levels of power needed to meet the buyer. This increase in potency are due to phenomena of U.S. CAFE standards remained stable, while the engine technology marched forward quickly.
Mazda RX7 sold 86,000 in the U.S. only in 1986, its first model year, with sales peaking in 1988.
Mazda Motor of Australia published a limited number of 250 'Sports' model Series 4 RX-7, each with power steering, power windows, rear wiper, or as an attempt to reduce the weight of the car. In Japan, there was a limited version of the flame FC, Infini with only 600 for each year. Some special features are observed for all series Infini are infinite white logo on the back, improved suspension, upgraded ECU, 215 hp, (although many banks demonstrate that it leaves 225-230) lighter weight alloy wheels BBS aluminum bumper Aero kits, window glass, bronze, floor bar on the passenger side, aluminum hood scoop, and storage boxes. The car was conceived as the pinnacle of the RX-7 series (until he left the FD) and entered the dark green or black glossy only. Different years for Infini, which took note of the series. There is little information about the Series I was or what year. Series II was introduced in 1988, Series III was introduced in 1990, and Series IV was introduced in 1991. There are only minor differences between the series, the biggest change is that the S4 is a Series II (1986-1988) and Series III and IV being an S5 (1989-1991).