Hey guys. A little over 2 years ago I had just left my fiance, was bored, and had absolutely no interest in cars. In fact, I thought those who drove sports cars were making up for something else they were lacking.

Then I got tricked into test driving an RX-8 on evening. 2 hours later the dealer tricked me into buying it.

I will add more pics later, after I get my Racing Brake rotors and pads on. But for now, I am simply just showing what a little bit of effort, more money than I want to know, and most importantly the helpful people here on this forum are capable of creating. Please keep in mind I knew NOTHING about cars before this RX-8. I mean, I had no idea how to do an oil change if that gives you an idea.

So without further ado, here is the evolution of my RX-8.

Version 1 - Stock
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/gameguy369/th_IMG_0011.jpg (http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/gameguy369/?action=view&current=IMG_0011.jpg)

Version 2 - Added clear side markers w/ stealth bulbs, Seibon TS carbon fiber hood, Mazdaspeed Spoiler, Front and rear rotary accents, 35% tinted Windows (Kansas laws suck), AudioLink USB MP3 Player
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/gameguy369/th_nowFrontToRearCorner.jpg (http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/gameguy369/?action=view&current=nowFrontToRearCorner.jpg)

Version 3 - Added Borla cat-back exhaust, Mazdaspeed CAI, Optima Yellow-Top Battery, Enkei GTC01 wheels w/ Toyo T1R tires, (soon to be) Racing Brake rotors/pads
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/gameguy369/th_P1000028.jpg (http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/gameguy369/?action=view&current=P1000028.jpg)

The reason for this post is two-fold. A little bit of showing off, of course, but more importantly to show any new RX-8 owners who have never done something to a car before that if I can do it, freakin anyone can do it. Most of this work was done by myself, or at least with some help.

I'll add more as soon as I can. Any comments/suggestions (other than lowering the car, I know) will all be greatly appreciated!!

PS - thanks to everyone who ever answered my dumb questions!

looks good
you need a drop. haha, jk

you can post it in Before and After thread too :)

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=101315&page=25

the best thread created by chrism :icon_tup:

... but more importantly to show any new RX-8 owners who have never done something to a car before that if I can do it, freakin anyone can do it. Most of this work was done by myself, or at least with some help.
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Good job GameGuy!!!!

You really want to challenge yourself? Install your own springs and struts. Is quite a job for a "beginner" but is worth it. Some good ME time with ur baby. Be sure to give yourself an entire day so you can go slow and do it all correctly.

nice ride!

how did you connect your mp3 player to the head unit??? I have the same car, just cant figure out how to gain access to head unit

thanks