Hey guys,

I've been looking into purchasing a RX8 for my brother and have found one that I like. It is a 2005 White with 18k miles. It is the Sport model with the performance package, so it has xenon, DSC, and fogs. It also has a rear spoiler. 6 speed of course!

It is also "Mazda Certified," so it carries the extra warranty.

The dealer is asking 18,995. What is a fair price for it? It seems reasonable enough already, but there is always room for negotiation. I checked KBB but it seems seriously inflated.

Btw, I have a s2000 and what drew me to the RX8 is that it is very similar to s2000 (handles well, high redline, slick gearbox, rwd, light). My brother can't wait!

I have already read the FAQs and so far this site seems pretty good.

Edit: I'm sorry if I put this in the wrong forum; looks like it might belong in the purchasing forum.. moderator, can you move it??

 

When I bought my 05 in March 06 there were 04 GT models ~11k on the odo listed at 19,995.


So an 05 Sport in November 07 for 18,995 doesn't seem like a very good deal.


But it's all relative to location. Either way - never pay the list price. The guy that buys at list price is a dealer's dream.

 

Hello i made this name just to ask this question lol...Is a 04 base AT worth 14,000? there is one for sell and i like the 8s should i wait and save or is 14 a good price?

 

Yes , if you like it .I would pay top dollar for a extremely nice well kept car. On the other hand, if the car has a few scratches or door dings , worn tires, less than perfect interior or otherwise looks road worn .... No.... NADA or Kelly BB are not the end all for pricing of cars. Just a guide line. And sometimes you get what you pay for

 

oh yeah its got 31k miles on it great shape but the back right tail light is fogging up other then that its mint

 

lol thread hijack! but its ok as long as you got your answer

 

lol my bad bro...i didnt know where else to go this one kinda fit the bill lol...but thanks for the help im gonna go check into the car tomorrow

 

Just get it!

 

The dealership takes care of that under warranty