Buying an Rx8 - RX8Club.com

01-25-2011, 08:34 PM

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dherzog87

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Buying an Rx8

Hey everyone thought I'd say hi since I'm new here. I'm buying a 2006 6-speed touring edition with 59,000 miles and the color is phantom blue mica. The guy selling it told me to come on here and learn more about the rx8's so here I am. I'll try to get some pictures soon.

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01-25-2011, 08:42 PM

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Welcome to the addiction!
Start with these.....seriously....give them a read!

https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/new-potential-owners-start-here-202454/

https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/congratulations-you-got-8-a-202548/

https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/rx-8-faq-please-read-before-posting-959/

https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=FAQ

You, and more importantly........us.........will be glad you did!

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01-25-2011, 08:44 PM

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wow, at least that guy is a responsible seller doesnt want someone buy a money pit without letting them know.
ooops, did I say too much? lol.

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01-25-2011, 09:16 PM

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Welcome,

Sounds like the seller is one of the good ones. It is traditional to provide a case of decent beer for such fine advice.

I suggest you ask things like the age of the motor, coils and plugs just so you have that data.

Welcome.

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01-25-2011, 11:46 PM

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Congrats. Let's see some pics. Pb ftw!

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01-27-2011, 01:57 AM

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How much are you paying? Whats the history of the vehicle? Was the engine well maintained? Did the owner try any retarded mods? Was there ever any accidents?

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01-27-2011, 06:00 PM

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Paid 11k. Checked the history; no probs. Only thing wrong is the one liscense plate fastener is gone, two air vents up front dont open/close that well, and the one tailight is fogged up. And no modifications done, thank god. Btw the engine seems VERY well maintained. Runs smooth and has brand new clutch and tires. Still 4-6 years under warranty too, whichever comes first.

Pics should be coming tomorrow once I wax it hehe.

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01-27-2011, 06:09 PM

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another PB ftw!!!
After posting pics in here, feel free to post them in the Calling all Phantom Blues! thread

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01-27-2011, 06:09 PM

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Congrats!!! read the threads posted by Mazurfer and enjoy your new ride. Welcome to the club. If you ever have a question about your car I would never ask anyone at autozone or jiffy lube. Just come to this website first and you will always find the answer.