1988 Mazda MX6 Turbo GT - For Sale

[cyphertek]

*** Runs good and very fast ***
VIN: JM1GD3138J1552404
-28 MPG / 216K miles / Clean engine compartment
-Grey / Coupe / Tint / Front Wheel Drive / 2.2L FI
-Detailed Excel sheet of maintenance history upon request

See here for pix and BOV video.

-Top end and turbo was rebuilt on 02/07
-Mandrel bent intercooler pipes
-TurboXS blow off valve (very loud)
-Toucan MAF Adapter/APC Vortex Filter
-Pacesetter Quick Shift Adjustable Throw Shifter
-Freedom 500 security system with both key fobs
-Mitsubishi 5 star mag rims with decent Kumho EXTA v-tread tires
-Good front bumper cover - maroon (current one is slightly damaged)
-1 Haynes manual
-1 Chilton manual

-Other Misc parts included, but not on the car -
Air Cleaner Assembly, PN: F201-13-320D ($269.75 if ordered from dealer)
Air Cleaner Cover, PN: F220-13-Z01A ($63.10 if ordered from dealer)
Air Cleaner Hose, PN: F201-13-206 ($7.25 if ordered from dealer)
Fresh Air Duct, PN: F220-13-20XB ($40.60 if ordered from dealer)
Resonance Hose, PN: F201-13-207 ($4.70 if ordered from dealer)
Resonance Chamber, PN: F201-13-19XE ($43.10 if ordered from dealer)
Chamber Bracket, PN: F202-20-650B ($5.70 if ordered from dealer)
Inlet Pipe, PN: F220-13-230A ($30.70 if ordered from dealer)
Air Bypass Valve, PN: F220-20-250B ($114.90 if ordered from dealer)
Valve Gasket, PN: F287-20-255 ($2.25 if ordered from dealer)
Air Bypass Hose, PN: F220-13-751A ($7.25 if ordered from dealer)
Rear - Upper Actuator, PN: GJ22-28-080A ($161.65 if ordered from dealer)
Rear - Actuator Casing, PN: GJ22-28-084B ($10.70 if ordered from dealer)
Front - Actuator, PN: GJ22-34-080A ($161.65 if ordered from dealer)
Front - Mount Cap, PN: GJ23-34-019 ($6.85 if ordered from dealer)
K&N Air Filter, PN: 33-2026 - $30
Extra Aluminum Air-Bypass Valve Adapter
Brake Parts - Beck Arnley WorldParts Japan, PN: W73-846 071-7559 - unopened

-Issues: The sunroof leaks when it rains. A small clicking sounds when first started, but goes away mostly after oil circulates - this has happened ever since I've had the car, for 12 years. Has some rust on the usual spots. The starter doesn't start every time, you have to turn the key a few times on some tries.

-Has to have: clutch - it will not come out of 3rd gear, battery (can be jumped off)
-Needs: basic tune up, AC (leaks Freon slowly), catalytic converter (the current one is gutted), motor mounts, body work / paint job - there is some paint chipping and a few rusty parts, seat covers, washer fluid light stays on, factory alarm needs to be disengaged - will alert if left on.

I am selling this car because the shifting mechanism broke on 04/11/08 (I can't take it out of 3rd gear), on the way home from work. I need to purchase a family auto. This car was totaled on 06/23/2003, but I have had it for 12 years since 06/03/1996 and this car still has a lot more miles to drive.

I have tried to post all the big stuff, I could have missed some things though - please ask if questions.

Asking $400 or best offer.
Contact cyphertek, Ringgold, GA.
I am unable to deliver to a location - sorry.
423-902-2344 - if you don't get him, leave a voice mail
cyphertek at haxxors dot org

[nmn]

How many miles are on the car?

[cyphertek]

216K miles - head work and turbo rebuild was done at 200K miles

[Looby]

so a couple of quick questions

other than stated problems car runs and drives fine? before clutch went...

how bad does the sunroof leak?

and finally emissions? i see you are in GA??? or TN will this thing pass emission test?

and NOW finally is it drivable? i mean can you like force the gears or will it have to be towed?

edit: thought of a couple more how is/does it still have the AAS?

it will be able to run stock clutch right you havent like upped the boost to the point a stock clutch will not hold right?

[cyphertek]

Looby,

"car runs and drives fine? before clutch went..."
> Yes, it has a great engine. It goes to show for the fact that it has 216K miles with a factory turbo. If it was driven hard, the block would have shown signs a while back, fo sho!

"how bad does the sunroof leak?"
>The back drain plugs are clogged, so if the car is parked facing uphill in the rain, when it's moved downhill or you hit the brakes, the water will come mostly in the passenger side and some on the drivers side. I always tried to park it facing downhill and it didn't leak nearly as much. There is also a faint bit of left over tape from around the sun roof from when I tried to tape it up one summer, and that didn't work so well.

Also the sunroof motor is broken and it won't crank open, (I think it just needs a good cleaning) but the sliding cover works well.

"will this thing pass emission test?"
>I don't think so, the cat is gutted. I didn't have to pass emissions where I live.

"is it drivable?"
>No, not from a stand still. It is stuck in 3rd gear, I tried to shift out, but I couldn't get it moved into any other gear. When that issue happened, my wife came and got me rolling with her car and I could drive fine in 3rd ...it's just not shifting from that gear as is. This car should be towed, or if you have to...third gear worked for me...just have someone behind you to help you from a stand still...lols (not recommended)


"does it still have the AAS?"
>It has the parts but they are not installed, they are in the trunk. When I replaced the struts, I chose the KYBs without AAS. The AAS parts worked before I removed them though. Here are the AAS part numbers >
Rear - Upper Actuator, PN: GJ22-28-080A ($161.65 if ordered from dealer)
Rear - Actuator Casing, PN: GJ22-28-084B ($10.70 if ordered from dealer)
Front - Actuator, PN: GJ22-34-080A ($161.65 if ordered from dealer)
Front - Mount Cap, PN: GJ23-34-019 ($6.85 if ordered from dealer)

"havent like upped the boost to the point a stock clutch will not hold right?"
>A stock rebuilt clutch will work fine, I didn't up the boost anymore than factory settings. When I rebuilt the turbo, I did it with all factory parts so it should have factory boost.

Thanks for posting.

[Looby]

hmm i really trying to talk either my dad into getting this for his DD or a buddy of mine for his

one more really quick the tint... uhh..what percentage tint is it i dont know anything about tint but is it legal??? i mean not too dark? i just dont want to get pulled over and then hey your paying some fing ticket

thanks

[cyphertek]

"the tint... uhh..what percentage tint is it"
>The tint is on all windows except the front and driver window. It is 35% which is legal from when I had it done, cause that was my concern too. You can barely see it's tinted on a sunny day.

[jphillips626]

Do you have a paypal acct. I will call you tomorrow morning. From the pics alone consider this car sold.

I have been looking a for a new home for my spare 5spd. It most certainly needs a trans rebuild. I have been there, it sux. Especially when you are far from home. At least is wasn't second gear . I got one once years ago that was abandoned with the window down, stuck in second under a car port.

[cyphertek]

jphillips626,

Sounds like you had one like this in 2nd far from home...ouch! They rock when they work, but when they break far from home...AHHHH!!! Cause you gotz to get um fixed then, there, and now.

I will PM the buyer my paypal account info and phone number when the time is right. There is another guy interested, from Steve's Used Cars, he wanted to look at it. I will post when I get an update from him.

[cyphertek]

jphillips626,

The dude from Steve's Used Cars doesn't wanna enter the 21 century (doesn't have teh interwebs) so... I am going to PM you my info in a few minutes.

[jphillips626]

Thanks for holding the car for me for so long. I had a few speedbumps but got her home safely. This car is VERY fast.

[cyphertek]

Glad you made it back. Fast huh!!!...that's how I will always remember the 6, farewell to the best ride I ever had... Take care of and boost often...***tear***, send pix and updates when possible. Good to meet you and glad things are going well for you man. later

[jphillips626]

Originally Posted by cyphertek

Glad you made it back. Fast huh!!!...that's how I will always remember the 6, farewell to the best ride I ever had... Take care of and boost often...***tear***, send pix and updates when possible. Good to meet you and glad things are going well for you man. later

Since i have had her only a short time, i have put almost 2k on the clock. In addition to the clutch and trans fix.

I fixed the window track back to stock and lubed everything under the door panel and the window is pretty fast considering mileage.
Installed a 93mx6 sporty looking steering wheel.
The sunroof is currently out, and i hope there is one in the JY when i stop there after work today. AC blows COLD

I am tempted to swap seat cushions pass/drvr. heater controls don't work, i have another set. I'll put her back to new.

I have a bad feeling that the car is running lean, it hits boost cut b/c it has no bypass valve. It needs a probinator chip.