If you could ask someone in the know at Mazda just one question about the RX-8, what would it be? Here are some possible choices, roughly in order from most interested to least for me:

Release date
Option packages
Base price
Fully optioned price
Technical spcifications (gearing, torque and power curves)
Performance stats (0-60, top speed, etc.)
Color choices
Stereo information


Obviously, release date is my choice. I need to buy a second car in October, and would consider buying one if it was available then. I highly doubt that's the case, however, which means I'll get a used Miata instead.

base price... there has been too many rumors about it and I want there to be an official announcement.

Weight. We know the power, but not the weight.

The 350Z for example will have *around* 300 hp, but also has to lug 31xx pounds.

From R&T 4/02 http://www.roadandtrack.com/features/PrintArticle.asp?ArticleID=7

"Depress the accelerator pedal and you'll find that the 2970-lb. sports car leaves the line in appropriate sports-car fashion...."