Shane Hickey picked up his 1987 Mazda RX-7 after challenging himself to confront his fear of rotary engines. Thanks to some careful maintenance, the RX-7 has become his daily driver ever since. With a handful of carefully selected modifications, he has changed up the car to suit his style.
Owner: Shane Hickey
Location: Pleasanton, CA
Vehicle: 1987 Mazda RX-7 GXL
Horsepower: 120 (estimated)
Club: N/A
SOCIAL:
Facebook: Shane Hickey
Instagram: @_rotard
Photography by Shane Hickey.
EXHAUST:
Racing Beat header-back exhaust
WHEELS & TIRES:
Advan Oni wheelsÂ
Yokohama Super Advan Sport tires
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
PBM Pro Coilovers
SuperPro Caster Bushings
Teals Extended inner Tie Rods
Teals Extended Ball Joints
Villains Ball Joint Extensions
Mazda Trix Bump Steer
BRAKES:
StopTech rotors
StopTech brake pads
EXTERIOR:
Cut fenders
Volvo 740 lip
INTERIOR:
Bride seats
Street Faction seat rails
Momo steering wheel
Moon Eyes shift knob
FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
"I enjoy my fenders a lot, although the lips are not as pretty. I've yet to see anyone do what I've done with my fenders on FC."
FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
1-off molded wing
