The fact that a 20+ year old car is *the* car to have. How does that make ANY sense? Automotive technology hasn't evolved in 20 years to eclipse the RX7?
It's a perfect example of how the SCCA is structured for the sole benefit of a few, well-organized members. Just like when the SCCA quickly outlawed the Z4 at the Runoffs after Miata owners got their panties in a twist when the Bimmers started destroying them.