fotofreddy
06-08-2005, 10:40 AM
About 6 weeks ago I joined the RX-8 club- I got a great deal on a 04 Lightning Yellow 6 speed- Super Touring- last one on the lot, and the last day of the month - I even got a great price on my trade-in.
I have been reading the posts here, and love the information- it helped with my decision - and answered alot of questions.
No more lurking- I hope to become an active participant...ya know if I have time- I spend most of my free time DRIVING! I already have 2900 miles- going in for first oil change on Friday - any quick tips on what I should make sure the dealership takes care of?
:)
rx8wannahave
06-08-2005, 10:41 AM
Congrats! Welcome...the 8 is great!
chrism
06-08-2005, 10:43 AM
welcome to the addiction....make sure any and all recalls were done on your car and check for current ecu flashes.....
jangle
06-08-2005, 10:57 AM
Welcome! Be sure the tech knows that the 8 only holds 3.7 quarts of oil. I've read a couple of posts on here where people were complaining that the dealership over-filled their 8 with oil. Just an fyi. Have fun in your 8! They are awesome cars!!!
fotofreddy
06-08-2005, 11:05 AM
Thanks for the warm welcome -
snizzle
06-08-2005, 11:42 AM
Yes, please check the dipstick before you leave the dealer. I took mine in for the first oil change and it was WAY overfilled. Now I change it myself which i'd recommend you do if you can.
Related question:
Do you have to bring your 8 in at a specific interval to make sure the warranty stays in tact?
Str8cold
06-08-2005, 12:24 PM
Congradulations you will love the car, welcome to the club.
RotaryRider36
06-08-2005, 01:25 PM
Congrats. Let us know when you hit your first beep.
IZoomZoomI
06-08-2005, 01:32 PM
yellow? lucky you! I thought they don't sell em anymore, looks like you probably got the last one. :p
doccable
06-08-2005, 01:43 PM
Congrats! If you haven't already stumbled upon this thread (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=51830), I'd suggest checking it out. Tommy has done us all a great service!:D If you're interested in making any modifications, there's this thread. (http://www.rx8club.com/forumdisplay.php?f=73) This is a good one to check, even if you are a bit apprehensive about doing mods, you might be surprised at how easy some are.
And now that you're no longer in "lurk" mode, don't hesitate to ask questions, but also please try the search function, you will find that many times the answer to most questions can be found with a search; mainly because we've all asked a lot of questions along the way.:D
And lastly: Welcome to the club! :D:D
XDEEDUBBX
06-08-2005, 01:53 PM
Congrats congrats congrats! The 8 is a beautiful thing! Im sure you noticed the extra attention from people right?!?!
fotofreddy
06-08-2005, 02:43 PM
RotaryRider- Hit my first beep the first week -- have been back there a couple of times-
doccable - Thanks for the tips- I have already printed out the reports -
xdeedubbx - Yes have noticed a number of stares - In the last six weeksI have only seen one other 8 cruising around town- it's sweet to have such a rare ride!