1975 Mazda Other

Pickup Truck

MAZDA 13B WANKEL ROTARY

Manual

SPA

Clear

Gasoline

ONE OWNER, BONE STOCK, BARN FIND, ORIGINAL BLUE CA PLATES, FIXER. CHECK VIDEO. To view the video on a mobile device (phone), try the link on the EBAY website, the link will not work through the Ebay App. Search ebay on your phones browser Search "Mazda REPU" in the Ebay site Click on the description Click on the youtube link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svHNqPkyq0Y The Rotary Pickup (REPU) was the world's first and only Wankel engined pickup truck. It was sold from 1974 to 1977 and appears to have been available only in the United States and Canada. The Rotary Engined Pickup (REPU) had a 4-port 1.3 L 13B 4-barrel carbureted engine, flared fenders, battery mounted under the bed, a different dash, front grille, and round taillights. It is estimated that just over 15,000 total units were built. Most were made for the 1974 model year, due to the energy crisis putting a damper on sales, Mazda restamped many of the 1974 models with a prefix "S" designating it as a "1975" model. Approximately 700 units were built for the 1976 model year. Mazda invested in a moderate redesign for the 1977 model, updating electrical systems, adding an additional 4 inches (100 mm) cab stretch for more comfort, and adding a 5-speed manual transmission with different differential gearing. However, after about 3,000 units, the REPU was discontinued due to poor sales. Road & Track magazine was impressed with the "smooth, quiet power" and the "nice" interior. Observed fuel economy was 16.5 miles per US gallon (14.3 L/100 km; 19.8 mpg-imp). Most of the trucks are found on the west coast of the US, and they continue to be sought out by enthusiasts. Like many of the other Mazda rotary vehicles, the REPU was raced. Its most notable finish was an overall victory at the 1975 SCCA Mojave 24 Hour Rally at the hands of drivers Malcolm Smith and Jack Sreenan Looks like its gonna need water and / or oil seals due to smoke. Aquired from original owner. This truck needs restoration. Comes with bill of sale, as first owner misplaced title. Out of DMV system, which means you get clean title as second owner when you register it. Has all new brake system (needs bleeding), front shocks and idler arm. Original, factory exhaust (very quiet). Doesnt have the wheels in the pics or the rack anymore. It does come with a set of 14 inch alloy wheels to roll on (last picture shows the wheels), and an original rear window with a good used rubber molding to replace the slider if you wanted to. Truck starts and runs but smokes quite a bit. Its completely stock beside the older re-spray and the wheels. Very little rust. Lower drivers corner, dime size hole in bed, and just surface rust in floors. This is probably one of, if not, thee most complete rotary pickup you will find. Its never been modified and never been hacked up. Perfect for original resto, or, great platform for modified hot rod, drift, race or wild street project, if originality isnt your cup o' tea. Ask questions before making offers. Please look at all pics and video carefully. Vehicle can stay where it is after purchase for up to one month with prior arrangment. RESERVE WILL NOT BE REVEALED SOLD AS IS WHERE IS. $100 NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT VIA PAYPAL; BALANCE IN CASH IN PERSON OR USPS MONEY ORDERS ONLY, NO EXCEPTIONS. Please do not bid/offer if you do not plan on buying. Please ask all questions prior to bidding or purchasing, check item description, pictures and measurements carefully as all sales are final. No returns, refunds or exchanges. Winner or buyer to contact seller within 24 hours of auction end or purchase. If you do not make contact or pay within 24 hours you will be reported to ebay and item will be relisted. Payment due in full within 7 days of auction end or purchase. On Apr-20-14 at 14:27:16 PDT, seller added the following information: I CANT REVEAL THE RESERVE FOR THIS AUCTION, BUT I CAN SAY IT IS SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER THAN OTHER SIMILAR ITEMS CURRENTLY LISTED ON EBAY. THANKS FOR LOOKING