RX-8 comfort (ride quality)
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Don't delete or edit a post that's been responded to...that makes the thread weird. Juat add another post saying what you meant to say, falling on your sword for the original misinformation.
RX-8 is more of a GT car than a hard riding sports car. Firm, solid ride, but it doesn't beat you up. Safety is excellent. My wife is more of a safety worry-wort than your mom, and she was cool when she saw the safety ratings.
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RX-8 is more of a GT car than a hard riding sports car. Firm, solid ride, but it doesn't beat you up. Safety is excellent. My wife is more of a safety worry-wort than your mom, and she was cool when she saw the safety ratings.
Have fun, and make sure you join the discussion here as an owner.
Ken
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i have not driven an R3/spirit R, but i have driven the 3's and a standard Rx8 back to back, and the ride is actually pretty similar between the two, the 8 might be slightly better.
the interior noise between the two is also close, the 8 is probably a little quieter, as the piston engine is kind of noisy/doesn't sound good.
the 3 and the 8 both come from the same people so at normal speed, the steering feel and ride quality are pretty close. the difference between the two cars becomes apparent when you start to go faster
the interior noise between the two is also close, the 8 is probably a little quieter, as the piston engine is kind of noisy/doesn't sound good.
the 3 and the 8 both come from the same people so at normal speed, the steering feel and ride quality are pretty close. the difference between the two cars becomes apparent when you start to go faster
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Obviously you haven't done enough research. If you want a fast car, this car is not for you.
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Don't delete or edit a post that's been responded to...that makes the thread weird. Juat add another post saying what you meant to say, falling on your sword for the original misinformation.
RX-8 is more of a GT car than a hard riding sports car. Firm, solid ride, but it doesn't beat you up. Safety is excellent. My wife is more of a safety worry-wort than your mom, and she was cool when she saw the safety ratings.
Have fun, and make sure you join the discussion here as an owner.
Ken
RX-8 is more of a GT car than a hard riding sports car. Firm, solid ride, but it doesn't beat you up. Safety is excellent. My wife is more of a safety worry-wort than your mom, and she was cool when she saw the safety ratings.
Have fun, and make sure you join the discussion here as an owner.
Ken
Yeah it's a great car. To me the interior looks a lot more comfy compared to a 350Z. I love the whole GT concept. A fast, good looking spacious car. It's cool!
Haha for sure! I'll be definitely joining in
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i have not driven an R3/spirit R, but i have driven the 3's and a standard Rx8 back to back, and the ride is actually pretty similar between the two, the 8 might be slightly better.
the interior noise between the two is also close, the 8 is probably a little quieter, as the piston engine is kind of noisy/doesn't sound good.
the 3 and the 8 both come from the same people so at normal speed, the steering feel and ride quality are pretty close. the difference between the two cars becomes apparent when you start to go faster
the interior noise between the two is also close, the 8 is probably a little quieter, as the piston engine is kind of noisy/doesn't sound good.
the 3 and the 8 both come from the same people so at normal speed, the steering feel and ride quality are pretty close. the difference between the two cars becomes apparent when you start to go faster
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To me a 350Z is more like a Gallardo (fast but uncomfortable) and an RX-8 is more of like an Aston Martin. All Aston's are slow compared to Lambos and Porsches. But they're way more comfortable. Don't you think an RX-8 is a kind of like a GT car?
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One of my friend has a Mazda 3 and i drove it a while back, and the ride quality is softer than the rx8. The rx8 is stiffer and that's what i like about it. I like the ride quality of the rx8 than the Mazda 3.
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today i test drove an 2010 RX-8 R3 and i found it to be pretty comfortable and handle pretty damn good... coming from the 2012 mazdaspeed3 i was expecting to feel a want for more power but found it didnt leave me wanting ... and can see my next car being an S2 RX-8 .
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i havent found a mazda that uncomfortable to me ... if your comparing to a reg mazda3 you may feel its slightly less comfortable but the rx8 is pretty comfy...
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Yeah true. Whatever it is, they're RECAROS :D but the height adjustment thingy might be an issue
Speaking of comfort in general, are the Recaros more comfortable than the standard seats?
Speaking of comfort in general, are the Recaros more comfortable than the standard seats?
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To me it sounds like this is the car you want. If you pictured and imagine yourself in one of these, then it sounds like your willing to do what it takes to get one. Just realize and understand that you will get burned if you don't read on how to take care of your 8 and above all which we all hate to see is another 8 in the junk yard. If you truly understand what it takes and know what your gonna get yourself into and have the support of your parents to back you up. I say go for it, you'll even learn about responsibility from your 8, (I'm not saying your not) just your young and for me when I was your age I couldn't even care less about taking care of a car. Thank God those days are behind me.
In my honest opinon I think this car handles like a true sportscar with the price tag being very reasonable. I can't honestly say about the mazda3 since I've never driven one, I see them all the time on the road but only see a few 8's and everytime I do it makes me appreciate mine even more.
In my honest opinon I think this car handles like a true sportscar with the price tag being very reasonable. I can't honestly say about the mazda3 since I've never driven one, I see them all the time on the road but only see a few 8's and everytime I do it makes me appreciate mine even more.
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To me the 350z is actually pretty comfortable. I've sat in one plenty and I like the seats very much. However when I first sat in the Recaro's of the R3 a few days ago. God dam I was like I HAVE to buy this car. The seats were that amazing, at least to me xP
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My GF loved how the seats were , she loves them more than standard seats in her opinion.
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To me it sounds like this is the car you want. If you pictured and imagine yourself in one of these, then it sounds like your willing to do what it takes to get one. Just realize and understand that you will get burned if you don't read on how to take care of your 8 and above all which we all hate to see is another 8 in the junk yard. If you truly understand what it takes and know what your gonna get yourself into and have the support of your parents to back you up. I say go for it, you'll even learn about responsibility from your 8, (I'm not saying your not) just your young and for me when I was your age I couldn't even care less about taking care of a car. Thank God those days are behind me.
In my honest opinon I think this car handles like a true sportscar with the price tag being very reasonable. I can't honestly say about the mazda3 since I've never driven one, I see them all the time on the road but only see a few 8's and everytime I do it makes me appreciate mine even more.
In my honest opinon I think this car handles like a true sportscar with the price tag being very reasonable. I can't honestly say about the mazda3 since I've never driven one, I see them all the time on the road but only see a few 8's and everytime I do it makes me appreciate mine even more.
Same here. Plenty of Mazda 3s. And I see an RX-8 like once every 3 months maybe. It's so rare over here. And expensive
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Haha yeah those seats amazing alright. One of the best looking stock seats in a car I've seen. When you get them, paint them in red for that extra bling
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I didn't mean to offend you or anything I love the Recaros. And I know now that they're quite comfortable. Thanks to you and the rest who commented on the Recaros But my mom will occasionally drive this car and she's not tall. And since the Recaros don't have height adjustment, I might have to get an RX-8 with standard seats. That's why I asked whether your gf can drive it