Hey everyone, new member. I'm looking at possibly buying a '92 impulse rs, awd, turbo, etc.

Before I make a decision, could anyone help me out with things I should know about this model? I've only owned Mazda Rx-7's so far, so I know nothing about this car. I'm really looking for something that is a bit less problematic than my rx-7's.

So anyway- can you give me some good search topics? Any known issues with this model that I should know about before buying? Any random wisdom you can provide is super-greatly appreciated.

Also, just curious: what kind of gas mileage am I looking at for a stock awd turbo impulse?

I haven't had a lot of major problems with my 91 RS. I've done the regular maintenance, oil, spark plugs, brakes, fuel filter. I've ownedthe car for almost 9 years now and put about 80,000 miles on it myself. I get about 30 mpg, that's mostly highway driving and not punching it a lot. I've gotten worse mileage when I see the turbo pressure gauge on the high end.


The main thing that you need to be aware of is that it is an older car that wasn't made for very long.Some parts are interchangeable with Geo Storm parts, other parts are not and are specific to the impulse and some are specific to the RS. The RS is a rare car and some parts have to come from Japan if they are available. Somebody else just posted a thread about not being able to find a window. I don't know how that compares with rx-7's so I can't tell you that it is any better.