Mazda RX-7

1978 to 1985 · Coupe

A 1978 Mazda RX-7 cost $6,395 new. Over the past 12 months, 25 have sold publicly at a median of $13,550. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $13,800. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $3,000 to $150,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

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Shifty Estimate

$13,800

High confidence · $7K to $23K

8.3% over 12 months

Median · 12 mo: $13,550
Sales · 12 mo: 25
For sale now: 2
Original MSRP: $6,395Up 116% since new

Collectible

Sold$9,611 · Bring a Trailer · Oct 2026

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Every recorded 1978 Mazda RX-7 sale, by date and price

Oct 2026 · Collecting Cars

$19,685 · 39,993 mi

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90 sales · 14 unsoldmedian $14kupdated Oct 2026

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The newest 1978 Mazda RX-7 sales with photographs

Sold $15,000

1979 · Sunbeam Silver Metallic · 52,000 mi

Oct 1, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $20,000

1985 · Tender Blue Metallic · 8,000 mi

Sep 29, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $26,350

1984 · Tornado Silver Metallic · 45,000 mi

Sep 17, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $9,500

1985 · Sunrise Red · 121,100 mi

Sep 15, 2026 · Hagerty Marketplace

Sold $7,357

1984 · Camouflage-patterned vinyl wrap over red paint

Sep 8, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $14,007

1982 · Stardust Blue Metallic · 43,000 mi

Sep 4, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Other RX-7 generations

Specifications

Engine: Twin-Rotor Wankel, 1.1L Rotary
Power: 100 hp
Torque: 105 lb-ft
0 to 60: 9.2 s
Top speed: 117 mph
Transmission: Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Original MSRP: $6,395

Common questions

How much does a Mazda RX-7 cost?

What is a 1978 Mazda RX-7 worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $13,800, down 8.3% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 25 public sales in a year gives a firm read.

Is a Mazda RX-7 a good investment?

It has appreciated 116% against its $6,395 list price. Values are down 8.3% over the past 12 months. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $3,000 to $150,000, and mileage explains most of that.

How many Mazda RX-7 have sold?

Shifty has 205 public sales of the Mazda RX-7 on file. The earliest was on Feb 12, 2018.

What has a Mazda RX-7 sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

$19,685Oct 30, 202639,993 mi
$9,611Oct 19, 2026Aurora White · 86,000 mi
$15,000Oct 1, 2026Sunbeam Silver Metallic · 52,000 mi

How many Mazda RX-7 are for sale right now?

Shifty tracks 2 listings of the Mazda RX-7 for sale right now.

About the 1978 Mazda RX-7

The first-generation RX-7 proved that rotary power could create a pure sports car experience. Mazda's 12A Wankel engine delivered 100hp in a perfectly balanced 2,300-pound package, creating one of the most rewarding driver's cars of the late '70s. The FB chassis featured near-perfect 50/50 weight distribution and sublime handling that embarrassed more expensive European rivals. Pop-up headlights and clean Giugiaro-influenced lines gave it timeless appeal. With over 474,000 produced across eight years, early RX-7s remain accessible, but pristine examples are increasingly sought after. The rotary's unique character, smooth power delivery, distinctive exhaust note, and rev-happy nature, creates an experience no piston engine can match. Collectors appreciate the FB's purity compared to later, heavier generations. Watch for rust in rear quarters and ensure the rotary has been properly maintained, as rebuilds are inevitable but worthwhile for this rotary icon.