Buying a RX8
11-05-2003, 08:30 PM
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Buying a RX8
Hi guys,
Accidentally stumble onto this great site and to my surprise there are also Singaporeans as well!!
Anyway, I am very interested in getting a RX8 soon and would like know if there is a good PI to get it from. By the way, how much does it cost now? S$140K? Thanks in advance!
Accidentally stumble onto this great site and to my surprise there are also Singaporeans as well!!
Anyway, I am very interested in getting a RX8 soon and would like know if there is a good PI to get it from. By the way, how much does it cost now? S$140K? Thanks in advance!
11-05-2003, 08:59 PM
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Welcom onboard..............................
If you r keen on the RX8, u can contact:
EZ IMPORT.COM PTE LTD
Mr. Daniel Ng
No8, Forth Lok Yang Road.
Singapore 629705.
Tel: 6266 2622
If you r keen on the RX8, u can contact:
EZ IMPORT.COM PTE LTD
Mr. Daniel Ng
No8, Forth Lok Yang Road.
Singapore 629705.
Tel: 6266 2622
11-05-2003, 09:36 PM
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Hello and welcome!
Another good alternative is Garage R at 210 Tagore lane. Tel: 65520811 or 65544137 - look for June or Lee. They have their own workshop next door, run by their brothers. Very good service.
You may have to wait a while for the car, last heard that demand is pretty hot in Japan, so takes a while to secure the car.
Another good alternative is Garage R at 210 Tagore lane. Tel: 65520811 or 65544137 - look for June or Lee. They have their own workshop next door, run by their brothers. Very good service.
You may have to wait a while for the car, last heard that demand is pretty hot in Japan, so takes a while to secure the car.
11-05-2003, 09:52 PM
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Hi pcrbond, welcome!
Have you got in mind what you're lookin at, a AT or MT, the 250spec or 210spec?
The price range so far have been around $130 for the 210 and $143 for the 250. Every PI deal quite differently, if you in need of the car quick you could always just take what ever that's sitting on the lot, if you wanna customise to your needs, the indent would probably takes about 3 months. Anyway both the PIs mentioned about are good. Do alittle market research would help. Good luck to your purchase!
Have you got in mind what you're lookin at, a AT or MT, the 250spec or 210spec?
The price range so far have been around $130 for the 210 and $143 for the 250. Every PI deal quite differently, if you in need of the car quick you could always just take what ever that's sitting on the lot, if you wanna customise to your needs, the indent would probably takes about 3 months. Anyway both the PIs mentioned about are good. Do alittle market research would help. Good luck to your purchase!
11-05-2003, 09:53 PM
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Thanks, Renesis8 & Fab8.
Will check out both EZ-imports and GarageR. By the way, Fab8, your black RX8 really looks cool and aggressive! Especially with the rotary sign on your front spoiler. Does this come as stock item? Or is it a mazdaspeed bodykit?
I am really looking forward to owning a RX8. However, need to get pass my CFO (wife..) first. Used to own a Fiat Coupe Turbo 20V and had a really bad accident a few years ago... almost had to waste the car and spent more than $20K for repairs. Anyway, after that sold off the car after constant nagging from my wife. It has been a while since I own another sports car... sigh..
Hope will get to see all your beautiful ride one day! Cheers.
Will check out both EZ-imports and GarageR. By the way, Fab8, your black RX8 really looks cool and aggressive! Especially with the rotary sign on your front spoiler. Does this come as stock item? Or is it a mazdaspeed bodykit?
I am really looking forward to owning a RX8. However, need to get pass my CFO (wife..) first. Used to own a Fiat Coupe Turbo 20V and had a really bad accident a few years ago... almost had to waste the car and spent more than $20K for repairs. Anyway, after that sold off the car after constant nagging from my wife. It has been a while since I own another sports car... sigh..
Hope will get to see all your beautiful ride one day! Cheers.
11-05-2003, 09:57 PM
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Thanks for the compliment! The rotary crest is an optional extra from Mazda. Otherwise, my 8 is stock.
Fiat Coupe! That was one of my favourites in the 90s especially the 20v! Still looks good, IMO.
Well, you can tell your CFO that its a four door 1.3 litre Mazda...:D
Fiat Coupe! That was one of my favourites in the 90s especially the 20v! Still looks good, IMO.
Well, you can tell your CFO that its a four door 1.3 litre Mazda...:D
11-05-2003, 10:07 PM
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If u dun wan to wait & wanna "buy fr the shelves" , HY may hv stock....
If u r interested let me noe, i may able to recommend someone..
If u r interested let me noe, i may able to recommend someone..
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11-06-2003, 03:22 AM
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Got to becareful if you're buying off the shelve, it's probably ok if the car is in the warehouse and not in the showroom.
Alot of these salesman know nuts about the rotary, and very often offer the key to viewer to start up the car! This will cause the flooding of the engine, you can read up alittle more about it on this forum.
So good luck!
Alot of these salesman know nuts about the rotary, and very often offer the key to viewer to start up the car! This will cause the flooding of the engine, you can read up alittle more about it on this forum.
So good luck!
11-06-2003, 12:30 PM
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Alright gonna add my bit here...
Make sure u check that you have the CD option or the 6 disc as an additional option! I was in such a hurry buying my 8 off the shelve that i didnt realize the fxxking head unit is the most basic set with only Radio! I am actually running SONY 10 disc changer now thru FM modulator. The sound is ****!
Cheers...
Make sure u check that you have the CD option or the 6 disc as an additional option! I was in such a hurry buying my 8 off the shelve that i didnt realize the fxxking head unit is the most basic set with only Radio! I am actually running SONY 10 disc changer now thru FM modulator. The sound is ****!
Cheers...
11-06-2003, 07:17 PM
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Hi Neon,
Why don't you check u can order the parts in from Japan and fix it here? If I am not wrong, my 6 disc changer was on a seperate box and only got it fixed here in Singapore.
Why don't you check u can order the parts in from Japan and fix it here? If I am not wrong, my 6 disc changer was on a seperate box and only got it fixed here in Singapore.
11-06-2003, 11:02 PM
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Hi UG_8,
I sure can do that. The only catch is i need to change the whole HU coz mine doesnt even have the single load CD slit. In order to run the 6 disc, i think i need the single slit too. Haiz...
THanks AnyWays :D
I sure can do that. The only catch is i need to change the whole HU coz mine doesnt even have the single load CD slit. In order to run the 6 disc, i think i need the single slit too. Haiz...
THanks AnyWays :D
11-07-2003, 03:39 AM
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Mine bought "off the shelves"......in warehouse of coz...
Luckily having option to choose from either the 6 front loading CD changer or the MP3...... I think some may have brought in the accessories...
Luckily having option to choose from either the 6 front loading CD changer or the MP3...... I think some may have brought in the accessories...
11-10-2003, 03:01 AM
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Just read your message. Well you know the answer already. You mine was not factory fit for the 6 disc one. They do it for me in Singapore. Thus definately can fit :D
11-10-2003, 07:43 AM
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:D another hole in the pocket!
But i guess it will be nice running 16 CDs in a car...Hehe
With 10 being able to play VCDs on a TFT screen which i installed :D
=_=)V
But i guess it will be nice running 16 CDs in a car...Hehe
With 10 being able to play VCDs on a TFT screen which i installed :D
=_=)V
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Hi just discovered this forum . seem like there alot of SGrean around.
I would like to seek more info from u all, have read up alot about rx8 but still would be better to ask those owners. Most probably i would be visting those PIs this few days that u all have stated above but have some question to clear hope u all can help and clear it for me.
Firstly, How is the comsumption of the fuel.For both the Auto ,5MT ,6MT trasmission.
??KM/L ??
full tank can travel how much km ?
Lastly, What should i look out for when getting that car?
or what should i ask for ?
I would like to seek more info from u all, have read up alot about rx8 but still would be better to ask those owners. Most probably i would be visting those PIs this few days that u all have stated above but have some question to clear hope u all can help and clear it for me.
Firstly, How is the comsumption of the fuel.For both the Auto ,5MT ,6MT trasmission.
??KM/L ??
full tank can travel how much km ?
Lastly, What should i look out for when getting that car?
or what should i ask for ?
11-22-2003, 11:54 PM
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Welcome simmer,
There are some threads on mileage already running in this forum. Go take a look there. The specs for fuel consumption is averaging between 350-450 for all MT/AT. Depends on how u drive it.
IMO, go get the 8! its worth it. This baby is oozing with class n sex appeal.....
Yam Seng
There are some threads on mileage already running in this forum. Go take a look there. The specs for fuel consumption is averaging between 350-450 for all MT/AT. Depends on how u drive it.
IMO, go get the 8! its worth it. This baby is oozing with class n sex appeal.....
Yam Seng
11-23-2003, 12:33 AM
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Originally posted by simmer
I would like to seek more info from u all, have read up alot about rx8 but still would be better to ask those owners.
Firstly, How is the comsumption of the fuel.For both the Auto ,5MT ,6MT trasmission.
??KM/L ??
full tank can travel how much km ?
Lastly, What should i look out for when getting that car?
or what should i ask for ?
I would like to seek more info from u all, have read up alot about rx8 but still would be better to ask those owners.
Firstly, How is the comsumption of the fuel.For both the Auto ,5MT ,6MT trasmission.
??KM/L ??
full tank can travel how much km ?
Lastly, What should i look out for when getting that car?
or what should i ask for ?
like Neon had said, do a search on questions you wanna know first. Ask after if you can't find any or stil have doubts. You'll probably get more answers that way.
Anyway, as for your last question it's so broad, don't know what you're looking for?
Basically, in order to get the car price low, most of the showroom RX-8s here are pretty basic. Ask the PIs exactly what comes in with the car eg. sound system(does it come with base 6 disc changer), rear window replacement(don't get the China made one), air-bags (how many)?? Like I've said ask them, what comes with the car, compare them, or even make up your own list of things you want in the car and get them to indent it in, it will take longer but I think it's worth it.
Another advise don't get the showroom piece car if the saleman offer you key to start the engine, (that might cause flooding eventurally), these salemen from most PIs know nothing about the car.
Read up a little more about the basic spec of each model, otherwise it would be the blind leading the blind. Good Luck!
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11-23-2003, 04:37 AM
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Hi Simmer
Welcome....
another concern is whatever additionals it cost... depends on your preference........it depends on individuals....
its a wonderful ride.....
dun expect it save on fuels for 1.3L .........8 drinks fuel like water....ard 350 to 450 full tank.....
u wanna consider the road tax (1.3) & insurance......
ciao.....
Welcome....
another concern is whatever additionals it cost... depends on your preference........it depends on individuals....
its a wonderful ride.....
dun expect it save on fuels for 1.3L .........8 drinks fuel like water....ard 350 to 450 full tank.....
u wanna consider the road tax (1.3) & insurance......
ciao.....
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Welcome! The 8 is a wonderful car and complete car. It has the performance, handling, practicality, looks, classiness, comfort and a lot of pleasing touches... can you tell that I love my 8?? :D
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Is the current model on sale in singapore this particular model?
MAZDA RX8 4EC-AT ACTIVEMATIC
654CC X 2
154KW (210PS)/ 7,200RPM
22.6KGM)/ 5,000RPM
9.0 km/ L
61 LITRES
STEERING: RACK & PINION WITH DIRECT DRICE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING
TRANSMISSION: 4 Speed auto with activematic
is this consider the 2006 model type S ????
En en
MAZDA RX8 4EC-AT ACTIVEMATIC
654CC X 2
154KW (210PS)/ 7,200RPM
22.6KGM)/ 5,000RPM
9.0 km/ L
61 LITRES
STEERING: RACK & PINION WITH DIRECT DRICE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING
TRANSMISSION: 4 Speed auto with activematic
is this consider the 2006 model type S ????
En en
08-07-2006, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by en en
Is the current model on sale in singapore this particular model?
MAZDA RX8 4EC-AT ACTIVEMATIC
654CC X 2
154KW (210PS)/ 7,200RPM
22.6KGM)/ 5,000RPM
9.0 km/ L
61 LITRES
STEERING: RACK & PINION WITH DIRECT DRICE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING
TRANSMISSION: 4 Speed auto with activematic
is this consider the 2006 model type S ????
En en
MAZDA RX8 4EC-AT ACTIVEMATIC
654CC X 2
154KW (210PS)/ 7,200RPM
22.6KGM)/ 5,000RPM
9.0 km/ L
61 LITRES
STEERING: RACK & PINION WITH DIRECT DRICE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING
TRANSMISSION: 4 Speed auto with activematic
is this consider the 2006 model type S ????
En en
