How to pick a used RX-8 - Advice please!?!
02-09-2006, 08:56 PM
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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
02-10-2006, 10:12 PM
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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.
02-14-2006, 01:17 PM
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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
02-15-2006, 01:58 PM
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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 $21,325 shipped to me (tags and fees included.)
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02-18-2006, 09:08 AM
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Well, I sent out the check and signed documents yesterday via FedEX express and I should hear from the dealer today when the car will be shipped to me...hopefully on Monday. That would be so sweet...because I am off work.
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02-19-2006, 09:42 AM
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i just have a quote :
2005 velocity red with sport package , nothing else
msrp 28735$ and they send me back a deal about 23535$. is it a good deal ,
what is the lowest price i can get for this car.
2005 velocity red with sport package , nothing else
msrp 28735$ 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.
02-19-2006, 11:23 AM
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Good Deals on New RX8s
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.........
02-19-2006, 05:11 PM
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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!
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!
02-20-2006, 10:04 AM
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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..
02-20-2006, 10:20 AM
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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
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