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The Mazda rotary wrecker is a grim but fascinating piece of automotive history—a tow truck built around the legendary 12A or 13B two-rotor engine. You’d hear it before you saw it, that unmistakable high-pitched whine as it hauled some unlucky RX-7 to the shop. These were custom builds, often using a Mazda cab and a flatbed or boom, and they have a cult following among enthusiasts who appreciate the irony of using the world’s most finicky engine for heavy-duty work. It’s rare to see one running… Mazda rotary wrecker 6