Hi, I'm new, so apologize if this answer is somewhere, but all searches I tried only came up with condensation fixes. Wanting to know if the 05 base tail lights are the same as the 05 Shinka tail lights, in look and fit. Thnx.

 

In terms of fit they’re identical; the only difference is a slight change in color:

“The distinctiveness of the RX-8 "Shinka" extends to both the exterior and interior appointments of the vehicle. The car is offered only in a rich Black Cherry body color offset by a soft Parchment Tan leather interior. Among the exclusive exterior enhancements are semi-gloss bezels for the headlamps and rear combination lamps, as well as dark-silver gloss aluminium wheels. Also standard on the RX-8 "Shinka" is a 300-watt Bose sound system with in-dash six-disc CD changer. While many Mazda vehicles are pre-wired for SIRIUS satellite radio, "Shinka" models will be the first to be equipped as standard, as all cars will include a one-year subscription to SIRIUS.”

 

Thanks for the quick reply. Would you know if they're both chromed w/ clear/red lenses? I am confused on what is meant by semi gloss, as when I search the web, the tail lamps for sale for the base look chromed. I am trying to find the exact same stock assemblies that came on that MY Shinka and can't seem to find them, so thought maybe they were the same as the base, but apparently not.

 

like NY said the silver plastic bits inside the tail lights are painted chrome, very subtle and not really noticeable

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Ahhhh,,,I get it now,,,great pics,,,thanks so much.

 

Can't seem to find them new anywhere though

 

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