Rare 2002 Mazda RX-7 Spirit R Type A Heads to Auction
With only 4,500 miles on the clock.
Summary
- Ultra-rare 2002 Mazda RX-7 Spirit R Type A with just 7,303 km is up for auction
- Features factory-original spec, 13B twin-turbo rotary engine and Recaro bucket seats
- One of only 1,044 Type A models ever made; finished in Innocent Blue Mica
One of the finest examples of Mazda’s legendary rotary sports car is heading to auction: a 2002 RX-7 Series 8 Spirit R Type A with just 7,303 km (4,500 miles) on the odometer. Delivered new in Japan and later exported to the UAE, this limited-edition coupe has been serviced exclusively by Mazda throughout its life and remains in factory-original condition.
The Spirit R marked the final chapter of the RX-7’s production run and is widely regarded as the most collectible. Among the three Spirit R variants, the Type A is the most driver-focused, featuring a five-speed manual gearbox, carbon-Kevlar Recaro bucket seats and a rear seat delete for added weight savings. This example comes finished in Innocent Blue Mica with a black interior, red cloth seats and factory 17-inch forged BBS wheels. Other distinguishing features include a revised front bumper, adjustable rear wing, red brake calipers and Spirit R-specific badging and gauges.
Under the hood lies Mazda’s iconic 13B twin-turbo rotary engine, sending 206 kW to the rear wheels. With just 1,044 Type A models ever built, this unmodified car presents a rare opportunity for collectors seeking an original, low-mileage piece of JDM history. At the time of writing, the auction has 4 days left for bidding, with the highest current bid at $45,250 USD.
