The 5-24 AutoWeek has their first long term test report.

Contents: "2004 Mazda RX-8 Long-Term Introduction. If first impressions count, we're in for a heckuva ride, starting now."

 

You referring to this?

http://www.autoweek.com/search/searc...47004&record=1

 

Yes .... Thanks for adding the link ... I've not done that before

Another good article about the 8.

 

Here's my favorite part:


"So what's left to wonder? We've mentioned the engine's possible question marks, which only long-term testing will answer. We also worry about the Wankel's fuel economy, at least at this early stage where we've determined the car's smallish, 15.9-gallon fuel tank isn't up to the powerplant's prodigious thirst. Our fuel numbers have hit as low as 13 mpg, which is a surprise for a 3000-pound sports car that comes with federal fuel economy estimates of 18 city, 24 highway."


I guess I shouldn't feel so bad getting 14 mpg with my auto...

 

he said the 8 has a small trunk...is he a fool or what? the trunk is huge for a car its size...did he even take a looK?

 

The article says "it's a sports car first and foremost and we'll evaluate it from that perspective in the coming year." Why are they saying it has a " tight trunk"? Lets see the new Z that they loved doesn't have a trunk or back seat, has less room in the hatch back than my 88 RX-7, has a subpar interior, and a supension that destroys tires.
The 8 has a usable back seat, a truck, better handling than the Z, and a quality interior. The 8 may be considered an inexpensive exotic. It's not a 911 nor is it as expensive, for the money try to find a better combination.
Can't wait for a new RX-7.