1979 Mazda GLC 'Sport' Hatchback,12A Mazda RX3 Rotary Engine, Race Prepped, Fast

1979 Mazda GLC

Mazda GLC 1979 technical specifications

Condition: Used
Item location: Antioch, California, United States
Make: Mazda
Model: GLC
Type: Hatchback
Trim: Sport
Year: 1979
Mileage: 4,543
VIN: FA4US562815
Color: Yellow
Engine size: Mazda RX3 12A Rotary Engine
Number of cylinders: 2 Rotors
Power options: Power Rear Hatch Button
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Brown/Black
Options: Cassette Player, CD Player
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description

Hello I am selling a very rare Mazda GLC 'Sport' hatchback with a rotary engine swap utilizing a Racing Beat Holley carburetor + manifold. The Mileage indicated on the odometer is the mileage run since the rotary engine was installed. It was smoged recently before the swap so it wont require another smog if you register it soon enough after this auction ends. The car is very fun to drive (estimated 120 wheel horsepower in a sub 1 ton car is plenty quick) and ready to run on the racetrack. This engine swap is NOT LEGAL for road use in California unless you are willing to run an OEM Mazda 12A carburetor with all related emissions equipment and get it BAR'd and ref'd for CARB exemption.
Mostly everything on this car still works remarkably well, ut there's a few little things left to fix. Passenger door needs an exterior door lock cylinder. The rear hatch key lock does not work you have to use the interior button to open the rear hatch. The rear pop out window latches are broken and the latches are kept in the shut position with zip ties but you can retrofit different latches or try and repair the originals I didn't loose all the parts. The heater does not work (heater core is probably clogged) and the blend door inside the dash needs adjustment because when you open the manual vents to let fresh air in through the dash it makes a slight rattle sound at freeway speeds. The exhaust system has some scrapes but it is custom made to hug the undercarriage as tightly as possible for ground clearance.
The transmission and differential were designed to have perfect alignment at this lowered right height to minimize wear on the driveshaft u-joints. The suspension likewise has roll-center adjusters to maintain proper angles and prevent bump-steer. The Tokico Illumina shock inserts in the front need replacement but those are still readily available.
I did my best to be thorough with my descriptions but a project this unique isn't easy to summarize. I am happy to answer any questions.
ENGINE
RX3 12A COMPLETEREBUILTRUNNING ENGINE
- RebuiltRacing BeatHolleyCarburetor+Manifold
- Late year 12A Magnetic pickup Distributor
-MSDBlaster 2 Coils
-Racing BeatAir Cleaner (slightly modified to clear hood) with K&N Air filter
- Modified Motor Mounts to allow engine to sit lower with Polyurethane bushings
- FD RX7 High Amp Alternator
This engine runs very strong! Starts every time, oes not smoke, oes not leak, oes not flood, uts out 130psi on compression test on both rotors. The Carburetor could use a little more fine tuning, ut it comes with extra parts, askets, nd several sets of different jets. Currently setup with a manual choke.
COOLING
- Aluminum Radiator- Electric Fan- High Flow Thermostat
FUEL DELIVERY
- Carter P4070 Electric Fuel Pump
- HolleyFuel Pressure Regulator-RusselAN-Fittings- Marshal Fuel Pressure Gauge
EXHAUST
Custom 12A Header w/V-Band flanges + 2.5" Custom single exit exhaust system w/ dual Borla Mufflers.
TRANSMISSION + Shifter
83 Mazda RX7 5 speed Transmission with a modified shift housing and shifter to sit in the factory GLC shifter location. It also has a custom transmission mount. The transmission is making clacking/clanking noises during shifting but still shifts fine. Currently has Redline MT-90 gear oil in it.
FRONT SUBFRAME + STEERING PARTS
RX3 Front Subframe, anual Steering Box, ower Control Arms, waybar, ie Rods, tc.
BRAKES- 83 RX7 Front + Rear Disc Brakes & Calipers
- SSBC Adjustable Brake Proportioning Valve- NEW Master Cylinder + Booster-MazdatrixSteel Braided Brake Lines-STOP TECHCarbon/Kevlar brake pads (Less than 2000 miles use)
-RusselSpeed Bleeders-RE-SpeedFB Rear Disc Brake adapter brackets- Functional Cable E-Brake (Custom)
FRONT STRUTS
FB RX7RE-SpeedFront Coilover struts
-Ground Controlpillowball upper mounts
-TokicoIllumina Inserts (Blown)
-Eibach250ft/lb springs
- New Slotted Rotors + wheel bearings
-MazdatrixExtended Studs

REAR AXLE + SUSPENSION
RX2 Rear axle w/ LSD + FB RX7 Rear Disc Brakes & Lower control arms
- Custom Panhard Bar
-ARPExtended Studs
- New Rotors (Less than 2000 miles use)
- KYB Excel-G Shocks (About 4,000 miles Use)
Rear differential feels like the lash should be reset on it, oes a bit of droning on cruise and clunking on decel, ut works fine. Currenly has Redline 75w/90 gear oil in it.
WHEELS
Enkei 3-Piece wheels. 15x7, 4X110 Bolt Pattern) currently mounted with 195/50r15 BFG Sport Comp II's. (Less than 1,000 miles use) Wheels have bends/curb rash, ould use a refurbishment, ut they hold air fine and balance fine.
EXTERIOR
- KameiFront Air Dam (EXTREMELY RARE for this car!)- PIAA Foglights with HID Bulbs + balasts. (Work terrific!)- HELLA Headlight Conversion kit with GE XENON 9003 bulbs (Bright!)- JDM 323 Front Grill (Original USDM Grill also comes with car)- JDM 323 Rear Badge
INTERIOR
-Custom 6 Point Rollbar, CCA/NASA legal (.120 thick 1.75 diameter tubing)- Cobra Imola 2 Drivers Seat (Expired FIA Date)- CobraSeat Mounts fitted to FB RX7 OEM Sliders- Schroth 5 Point Racing Harness (FIA Dates Good till 2017)(Missing Submarine Belt)- Custom welded mounting plates for 5 point racing harness- FB RX7 GSL-SE Passenger Seat is NOT BEING SOLD with this vehicle.- AUTO METER Gauges in custom surround- ALPINE CD player + Tape Deck + 6 speakers
- Momo Hub
- SWEET Mfg. Splined racing quick release
- Momo 'Antares' 320mm steering wheel with removable racing tape.

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