Jmal I got the same exact deal, a little too close. If you feel the price is right, and theres no problems with the car go for it. The dealership didn't tell me though my clutch was replaced so ask about any big or minor problems. But the price is a good deal and they won't last, I had the same price same model just no navi. Good luck

 

the white one looks nice. I'm buying a silver 04 w/ 31k miles for $18.3k but it'll need new tires in a few months so add another $600-800 for the new rubber. so that price for an 05 with super low miles looks great. The (used) dealer I'm buying it from is having all services done by a Mazda dealer under warranty b4 I buy it. I heard to ask that the "ECU flash update" be done, which (I think) involves getting a new starter, battery and updating the ECU for better mileage, etc. - not sure if the flash update applies / is necessary for an 05 or one with such low miles. good luck and keep us posted.

 

I bought the White 2005. I will post pics and impressions when it gets delivered to me. Hopefully by the end of next week.

Later,
Joe

 

Arghhh...waiting for the paperwork to come via FedEX...waiting is the worst...

 

I feel that... I'm waiting to go pick up my RX-8 on saturday... I'm so stoked... no way in hell am I able to concentrate in classes lol... my Professors are prob wondering what fantasy land I'm in right now... the wunderful land of rotary heaven :D

 

odd, all RX-8s on autotrader are white....

 

Wierd..what area are you looking in? I had a hard time finding one...I live in VA and had to get this one in NC.

Joe

 

the search result was in ALL area...i'm thinking of gettting a new one soon, since there are deals that one can get one 8K off list

 

I feel this one was a pretty good deal. 3,500 miles. MSRP on an 2005 Sport Package is like $28,000 and I got this one for $21,325 shipped to me (tags and fees included.)

Joe

 

Well, I sent out the check and signed documents yesterday via FedEX express and I should hear from the dealer today when the car will be shipped to me...hopefully on Monday. That would be so sweet...because I am off work.

Joe

 

jmaluso,is your car new, which dealer is it.

 

It is a used 2005 w/3,500 miles on it. Autosports by the Lake in Denver, NC.

 

i just have a quote :
2005 velocity red with sport package , nothing else
msrp 28735$ and they send me back a deal about 23535$. is it a good deal ,
what is the lowest price i can get for this car.

 

In Southern California the deal of the day is $7000 off sticker on 2005s. A 2005 with all the goodies is $33,183. I just paid $21,800 for a used 2004 with the grand touring package plus all the appearance goodies. I am very happy with the car but.........

 

Nice car, seems to be OK:

05/27/2005
NICB
Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer

08/18/2005
Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.
Harrisonburg, VA
Registered as personal vehicle


08/26/2005 78mi
Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.
Harrisonburg, VA
Title or registration issued
First owner reported

12/08/2005 3,570mi
Auto Auction
Sold at auction in Florida
Listed as a dealer vehicle


12/09/2005
Dealer Inventory
Denver, NC
Vehicle offered for sale


12/30/2005
Ohio Motor Vehicle Dept.
Cleveland, OH
Title #1806881441
Title issued or updated
New owner reported


02/19/2006
Mazda Motor of America, Inc.
No recalls open for repair

Now it's your turn!

 

Thanks guys...

 

I used to sell cars...18,000 miles, that little ding, and the lack of aesthetic accents (pretty stuff) make the car worth less than you're gonna pay. I'd do what the other guy said and just buy a new one. If you're gonna finance a loan like that, might as well go all the way and get one brand new. Besides, do you really know what all has happened to that car? Some mechanics are better than the dealer, and don't report ish to carfax or anyone else.. Just a few things I thought id put into your mind for thought..

 

Well, I actually changed my mind about halfway through this thread...I am getting a White 2005 RX-8 with Sport Package with only 3,500 miles on it. It was a great price and only had one true owner before me. Thanks for your advice though...

Joe