Need help, with interior.
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Need help, with interior.
As an extremely late high school graduation present, my parents are helping me pay for a new car. The one that completely fits my taste is the Rx-8.
I know the years of different rx-8s range from 04 to 09 now. To help narrow down my search I'd like to ask for your help.
For the first question:
What RX-8 year had alternate color seating? I remember seeing a red/black, and i BELIEVE a blue/black.
I shall move to the 2nd question after this one is hopefully answered..
THANKS :D
Models that are around (I'm using this to cross off models that don't meet criteria)
2004 S/T/GT
2005 S/T/GT
2006 S/T/GT
2007 S/T/GT
2008 S/T/GT
2009 S/T/GT/ That new one that I'm definently not getting
My 2nd Question. I understand that the GT of the RX-8 has a Navigation system, is there any possible way to have the nav system have mp3 playback AND use the speaker system to produce the sound? Possibly with an external harddrive? Or would this most certainly depend on a Car PC
I know the years of different rx-8s range from 04 to 09 now. To help narrow down my search I'd like to ask for your help.
For the first question:
What RX-8 year had alternate color seating? I remember seeing a red/black, and i BELIEVE a blue/black.
I shall move to the 2nd question after this one is hopefully answered..
THANKS :D
Models that are around (I'm using this to cross off models that don't meet criteria)
2004 S/T/GT
2005 S/T/GT
2006 S/T/GT
2007 S/T/GT
2008 S/T/GT
2009 S/T/GT/ That new one that I'm definently not getting
My 2nd Question. I understand that the GT of the RX-8 has a Navigation system, is there any possible way to have the nav system have mp3 playback AND use the speaker system to produce the sound? Possibly with an external harddrive? Or would this most certainly depend on a Car PC
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Nav system on the 04-08 is not directly part of the audio system, and is basically a closed system. Not expandable. An mp3 cd player was made available in 05 or 06, but you'd have to take out the 6cd changer that comes with most of the T & GT models and install it in place. I don't know if the S models ever changed over the the mp3 cd player, as far as I know they consistently came with the single audio cd player. The ability to play songs from an mp3 player is an available Mazda accessory, I don't think it came standard on any models though.
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So basically the only way I would be able to get mp3 playability and navigation would be to install my own carpc?
If this is true, would my Carpc audio be able to take advantage of pretty decent audio systems? Or would I need a capable sound card..
If this is true, would my Carpc audio be able to take advantage of pretty decent audio systems? Or would I need a capable sound card..
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You have your nav system, and them the sound system. On the 09, they integrate the radio and nav, on the 04-08, they are completely separate. If you want to play MP3 CDs, you need this. If you want to use your mp3 player through the stereo, this. The part number is listed on there so you can look it up at other online dealer stores to see if you can find a better price.
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The Nav system that came with the 04 - 08 RX8 has had mixed reviews from what I have read...mostly bad. As Jason said you can have both the Nav and mp3 playback...however...the factory systems are...uhmmm...weak??? You will be most happy with the non factory options. For navigation you have the option of the factory unit, standard window mount, a top dash mount and a aftermarket radio that has nav. For mp3 players you have the factory mp3 cd player, the factory iPod adapter, one of the many aftermarket iPod adapters for Mazda's, or an aftermarket radio that does it. The last option can do both...but would require either you waiting for a cheaper dash kit...or purchasing the pricey current option made available by Corksport.
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http://web3point-0.blogspot.com/2006...-carputer.html
what do you guys think of this?
Say if I were to get an RX-8 with either the top dash mount, or the factory unit..
That thing down near the shifter,the little compartment.. do you guys know if a mac mini will fit in it?
The specs are 6.5" by 6.5" by 2"
what do you guys think of this?
Say if I were to get an RX-8 with either the top dash mount, or the factory unit..
That thing down near the shifter,the little compartment.. do you guys know if a mac mini will fit in it?
The specs are 6.5" by 6.5" by 2"
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Yea the hole you are talking about is only 2 inches deep. Someone else on the forums did use a Mac Mini for his CarPuter. He placed it in the manual holder where it fits quite well.
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Well i think im really REALLY decided on the whole mini mac thingy.
I'd like to ask for more advice..
What hsould I buy, the factory lcd thingy for 1grand, or the other thing...
i dont know if the factory lcd holder justifies the price.. i mean it DOES look good.. but idk.
With THAT being said.. I did some research and found that xenarc make really nice LCDs..
Any input on getting one of those?
and the top dash mount.. does anyone have any real close up pictures of that? I'm kind of confused on how its mounted..
and finally.. would there be any significant differences in the interior from year 04-08?
I'd like to ask for more advice..
What hsould I buy, the factory lcd thingy for 1grand, or the other thing...
i dont know if the factory lcd holder justifies the price.. i mean it DOES look good.. but idk.
With THAT being said.. I did some research and found that xenarc make really nice LCDs..
Any input on getting one of those?
and the top dash mount.. does anyone have any real close up pictures of that? I'm kind of confused on how its mounted..
and finally.. would there be any significant differences in the interior from year 04-08?
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The seat material changed starting in 06 I believe, and they also changed some of the aluminum finishes to chrome starting in 06 (*****, cluster rings, etc.). But basically no, only a few cosmetic items vary between the 04-05 and 06-08.
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Well i think im really REALLY decided on the whole mini mac thingy.
I'd like to ask for more advice..
What hsould I buy, the factory lcd thingy for 1grand, or the other thing...i dont know if the factory lcd holder justifies the price.. i mean it DOES look good.. but idk.
I'd like to ask for more advice..
What hsould I buy, the factory lcd thingy for 1grand, or the other thing...i dont know if the factory lcd holder justifies the price.. i mean it DOES look good.. but idk.
Oh yea...other interior styling that is only available in Sport I believe is the lack of a sunroof. Depending on your height...this may be a necessity.
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alright.. i kind of really want at LEAST a touring..
I've already read the differences, but what do you see in differences between the gt and t ?
Specifically 2005-2008
I've already read the differences, but what do you see in differences between the gt and t ?
Specifically 2005-2008
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get a touring. with the money you save you can put a custom two-tone interior in it. if i had even known that was possible i would have bought a winning blue sport and put a two tone, blue/black interior. i love the winning blue color. :/
but i didnt know it was possible so i bought a velocity red with the red/black interior.
there are many places a mac mini will fit.
but i didnt know it was possible so i bought a velocity red with the red/black interior.
there are many places a mac mini will fit.
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I just love the fact that my interior is the brown and black leather. The red wouldn't go with the exterior and the black on black is just too bland for my taste.
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Here is a factory nav housing with Xenarc screen for sale. It would at least get you started.
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-parts-sale-wanted-44/oem-nav-hood-xenarc-700tsv-148409/
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-parts-sale-wanted-44/oem-nav-hood-xenarc-700tsv-148409/
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