The RX-792P - Then & Now

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We’re back with more Mazda news; catch up on our past editions at news.classicmazda.com 

Coming up:

• Mazda Heritage Collection Spotlight : RX-792P

• Mazda CX-50

• HSR Classic 24 at Daytona

The RX-792P : Then & Now

The restored Mazda rotaries reunion got our gears turning, and we can’t wait to see for ourselves some of those Heritage Collection Mazdas back in action one of these days. Until then, let’s rewind to 1992 and take a look at the RX-792P.

After the success of the RX-7, Mazda embarked on the new challenge of the RX-792P (named for 1992 and Prototype). With a tub built from carbon fiber and a large exposed vent from the wheel well, designers Lee Dykstra and Randy Wittine with Crawford Composites would build a total of three RX-792Ps before the project concluded.

With intentions of victory in the 1992 racing season, Mazda Motorsports took the RX-792P to compete; from Grand Prix of Miami, 12 Hours of Sebring, Lime Rock Park, Watkins Glen, Laguna Seca, and a few in between.

Facing mechanical issues and budget constraints, the RX-792P project was shelved at those three cars. Lucky for us and Mazda enthusiasts everywhere, Flis Performance and Mazda Motorsports are including the RX-792P in their restoration efforts of the Mazda Heritage Collection.

Check out this video from 2016 showing the sheer speed and volume of the RX-792P.

Did we mention that the RX-792P is making a special appearance at the Lakeland Lake Mirror Classic Car Show? That’s right, our sister store Mazda Lakeland will be hosting the RX-792P during their time at Lake Mirror October 18th-20th.

All photos of the RX-792P used in this Classic Mazda Newsletter are courtesy of IgniteMedia

The Mazda CX-50 - A Closer Look

With the anticipation of the 2025 Hybrid CX-50, let’s take a look at what makes the current CX-50 so special they made a hybrid version.

• 256 hp / 320 lb-ft (2.5L Turbo)

• 6-speed auto

• AWD standard

• 31.4 cu ft cargo space

  • 56.3 cu ft with seats down

• 10.3 in Infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

• Bose audio

• 17in alloy wheels

• and more!

In our May edition, we were pleasantly surprised to see how many of you would consider buying the Hybrid CX-50. Many of these responses came with their own comments declaring love for the CX-50.

Classic Mazda Car Corral - You’re Invited!

The HSR Classic 24 at Daytona is almost here. Classic Mazda is hosting a Car Corral, and we want you to be there! Once you purchase your tickets, be sure to also RSVP to secure your free catered lunch and commemorative window decal.

We’ll see you there on November 2nd. 😎

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Upcoming Events

• 10/05 Old Town Classic Car Show

• 10/06 Cars & Coffee Central Florida

• 10/9-11 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup Rounds 13 & 14 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta

• 10/12 Flightoberfest - Sun n’ Fun Expo

• 10/18-20 Lakeland Lake Mirror Classic Concours & Car Show

• 11/2 Classic Mazda Car Corral at HSR Classic 24 @ Daytona Speedway

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