When questioned about his decision to build another RX-7, Rene unveiled his pursuit of the ultimate Mazda package, a journey that unsurprisingly led him back to a late series RX-7. Based on his previous builds, it was evident that any project he put his mind to would boast personalised touches elevating it to the next level. Being a drift car, everyone knows they are always at full noise and full lock, so not only did Rene seek a heap of power out of the 20B turbo but also the accessibility of parts to always keep him competitive. While the appeal of grabbing another 3 rotors was very appealing, the pull of the Garrett G42 ultimately sealed the deal on the 20B. It was clear Rene’s vision is not only to stay true to his Mazda building past but also setting a new standard for rotary enthusiasts everywhere.

That G42 turbo came at the recommendation of Richard Green, part of the legendary Green Brothers who are known for their rotary engine building and tuning abilities. With the combination of a bridge ported and dowelled 20B, a sizeable turbo, a TiALSport 60mm wastegate, IGN-1A ignition setup and a Link ECU it makes an impressive 634kW on 21psi. That power is thanks in part to the use of E85 which helps to keep things cool as it burns, but an intercooler water spray setup has been added for good measure. The rest of the mechanical package includes a four-inch stainless exhaust with a custom muffler that does its best to keep the car within permitted decibel limits but does nothing to reduce its raucous appeal.