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Ambie1030 07-24-2011 10:47 PM

Inform Me!
 
I am looking to purchase a used Rx 8. I know I will buy a 2005 to 2009 Grand Touring model. I will be keeping the price below $20,000.

Now, I am quiet new to how to take care of the engines but I have read up on them some and understand some things that I need to do to keep it in good shape. I know that it is essential to keep them in pristine condition so I would be delighted if you could add in something that I may not know! Or even some things to be careful of.

Anyway, what things should I look for when purchasing the Rx8. What things should I be weary of? I may buy from a private seller or a dealer. Not sure yet.

One thing that I am worried about is the previous owners not taking care of the engine. I don't want to buy the car then turn around and fix it because they treated it like crap :/ This is why I'm leaning on getting it at the dealerships. So, How do I know they treated it the right way or not? Maybe maintenance records? But most people don't keep those...

Thanks :)

RX8Soldier 07-24-2011 11:25 PM

Search for 8's that have maintenance records. Those will help you with any warranty issues you may/(most likely)will have to deal with.
Have the engine compression checked.
Read the stickies in the forums to learn more about the maintenance that this engine requires.
Good luck

Speed_8 07-24-2011 11:35 PM


Originally Posted by Ambie1030 (Post 4038984)
I am looking to purchase a used Rx 8. I know I will buy a 2005 to 2009 Grand Touring model. I will be keeping the price below $20,000.

Now, I am quiet new to how to take care of the engines but I have read up on them some and understand some things that I need to do to keep it in good shape. I know that it is essential to keep them in pristine condition so I would be delighted if you could add in something that I may not know! Or even some things to be careful of.

Anyway, what things should I look for when purchasing the Rx8. What things should I be weary of? I may buy from a private seller or a dealer. Not sure yet.

One thing that I am worried about is the previous owners not taking care of the engine. I don't want to buy the car then turn around and fix it because they treated it like crap :/ This is why I'm leaning on getting it at the dealerships. So, How do I know they treated it the right way or not? Maybe maintenance records? But most people don't keep those...

Thanks :)



awesome man, i'm sure you wil find a nice one, also make sure your first mod is a blue caliper cover.

alnielsen 07-25-2011 12:42 AM


Originally Posted by RX8Soldier (Post 4039024)
Search for 8's that have maintenance records. Those will help you with any warranty issues you may/(most likely)will have to deal with.
Have the engine compression checked.
Read the stickies in the forums to learn more about the maintenance that this engine requires.
Good luck

Good Advice, especially this sticky.
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/new-potential-owners-start-here-202454/


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