Should one consider starting at base??
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Should one consider starting at base??
Just wondering what the general opinion is about buying a base vs sport vs GT model IF you plan on customizing the car later on. Doesnt make too much sense to buy the GT or even sport models if you are going to upgrade suspension and audio, add mazdaspeed kit, etc.
Ive noticed that most recommend at least starting with the sport to get DSC, but if you arent racing autocross what is the point?
Again, just looking for thoughts (opinions) on this since I stopped by the local dealer today and looked at different models/packages/pricing.
Thanks All!!
Ive noticed that most recommend at least starting with the sport to get DSC, but if you arent racing autocross what is the point?
Again, just looking for thoughts (opinions) on this since I stopped by the local dealer today and looked at different models/packages/pricing.
Thanks All!!
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you never know when you might need the dsc, thats just a cool feature to have. plus you get hid lights with the sport package and that is a must in my eyes, good luck with your choice
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Ive noticed that most recommend at least starting with the sport to get DSC, but if you arent racing autocross what is the point?
As for autocrossing a lot of people with cars that have DSC turn it off when doing so - again not RX-8 specific.
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Originally Posted by Tremor
Ive noticed that most recommend at least starting with the sport to get DSC, but if you arent racing autocross what is the point?
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people recommend getting at least sport pkg because sport pkg comes with FACTORY HID headlights and foglights... HID makes a big difference for the 8 at night, aesthetically and safety-wise.
actually the base model is the preferred model for people tracking or autoxing, lightest weight of all 8's and no nanny electronics to get in the way of going faster :D
actually the base model is the preferred model for people tracking or autoxing, lightest weight of all 8's and no nanny electronics to get in the way of going faster :D
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Originally Posted by ZoomZoomH
people recommend getting at least sport pkg because sport pkg comes with FACTORY HID headlights and foglights... HID makes a big difference for the 8 at night, aesthetically and safety-wise.
I agree 100% - the sports pack is the best deal package on the 8 - you get the most for the least with it and should be considered the minimum for getting a new 8. Stability control, fogs, HID headlights - and on an auto 8 you get traction control, larger brakes, larger wheel w/lower profile tires.
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Hmm... I have the same dilemma, NAVILE. I am not sure how crazy I will be about the TCS. If the thing had just a toggle switch for on/off it wouldn't bother me. I'd just turn it on when it's raining or I'm feeling lazy, otherwise I'd want it off most of the time.
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Originally Posted by NAVILESRX8
That's easy...That's the touring package....
It's either base, or GT package. GT comes with leather and HID's, base comes with cloth and no HID's. Only the GT can have sunroof too.
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