MAZDA CHRONICLES PROJECT REvivals

First, a huge thank you for the ongoing support, particularly since the last article in NZ Performance Car Issue No. 290.

After a period reflecting since completing Dad’s final project — the V6 Sandpacer Beach Buggy — attention turned to the ongoing Mazda projects, with the overall goal of seeing the FC3S RX-7 back on the streets after a 10-year hiatus. Before we get into the nitty-gritty of what’s been happening with them, though, I’d like to introduce you all to the newest apprentice, shown at left. Not great on the tools yet, but proficient in ‘crawl’ (to get under the cars) and ‘shake’ (to secure a good rotary deal when he sees one): Mika — named after Mika Häkkinen. I’m hoping he will bring the