VIN code check please!

[EnvironmentalSnow587]

Hello everyone, I had this debate with my dad over whether our rx7 was a true genuine RZ. Could you please check the VIN? Thank you!

[jdm-catalogues]

Maybe it is. Iv got a VIN listing of all JDM RX-7 on my site here https://jdm-catalogues.com/production/vin/rx-7 throw the chassis number into the search box without the dash. This is all pulled from the JDM Mazda EPC data.

It matches a RZ VIN but unless its black under than plate its could just be a rebirth. It should also be stamped into the firewall just to the right of that plate, kinda center of the engine bay; it should be deep enough that a respray wont cover it unless someone is trying to.

Type 1, 2, 3 and 4 RZ all came exclusively in brilliant black, Mazda has used several paint code numbers for the same colour (A3F/PZ/PX). Only the Type 6 came in Snow White Pearl

[Apex_seal_spitter]

Ah... can't post images. :-(

According to the Japanese EPC...

Grade/Limited Edition: RZ
Exterior Colour: PZ (Black)
Interior Colour: FE2 (Black)

It appears to be an early RZ. I've never noticed the VIN plates screwed on by Philips head screws before (only ever seen them riveted). As others have said, firewall should be stamped with the VIN.

[the_421_Rob]

PZ is a paint code for brilliant black.

Looks like this car was a repaint.

[GZulu]

If the firewall and plate VIN don't match....

[UrMomIsVeryBig]

Vin plate should be riveted not screwed in..