Hey guys! Went on a run with a bunch of other RX-8 owners from San Diego yesterday and had a chance to check out the navigation system (which I didn't get). It's SWEET and I want it badly now! Since this is a factory installed option, my saleswoman wasn't sure that it could be added now. Anybody know one way or the other?

A little research produced this thread (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4800) in this section.

---jps

Looks like you will have to go aftermarket..

My pre-order (still waiting) doesn't have one either. But after seeing it in person, it's something that I would find interesting to have. For me personally, I could take it or leave it, but if had a choice of Nav unit I would prefer the factory installed model from Mazda. The controls in the center channel and integration of the display unit are very nice.

Although I've found that the 'cursor' button is rather finicky. You have to hit it just right to perform the 'Enter' function. I get a lot of 'double beeps' from not pressing straight down on it. I think it could be 'desensitized' some.

get the kenwood system, its the best available
touch screen, 10mil POI database, dvd (naturally) 3d and 2d map views, a very nice system
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