pursuing an 04 RX8 for sale but have so many questions and need advice!!
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pursuing an 04 RX8 for sale but have so many questions and need advice!!
Hi, I'm looking to buy an 04 RX8 from a friend of a friend and need to know some basic Mazda knowledge. I've always wanted to own an 8 and now that I have a chance I don't want to buy a bad 8. All I know about the car is its an 04. Has a new engine with 40k miles that recently passed a compression test. Has new spark plugs. I would like advice on what to look for. I have questions about upkeep. I love 8s and am willing to learn how to treat them right so to speak.
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The Guy who is selling it I'm buying cash from. Well he is selling for price left to pay dealership BC he just got a new vehicle and wants to get the extra monthly payment of his hands.
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You said it passed a compression test, is this from what he told you or did you get it tested? You need to get it tested yourself so you have the compression numbers and then you can decide if its ok.
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There's a misconception that the 8 requires all sorts of special attention. It doesn't. It's just that one can't ignore routine little checks and service the way most people do with their cars.
It's that simple.
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And...
Just make sure the engine is running hot before shutting off,check oil every 3 fill ups or so.... Non synthetic oil 5w20....
And it was recommended to me when driving it short distances revving the car to 3k to 4k rpms for about 7 seconds, let it drop down and shut off.
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