Deciding on an Rx8
07-01-2009, 01:53 PM
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The only thing I dislike after owning two RX-8s for a total of almost 3 years is the gas mileage.
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07-02-2009, 05:15 PM
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ok so now im a lil disappointed both the cars i was looking at got sold 
guess i waited too long... theres a couple more that are around here but i think i like the gt because they have the leather seats which i think are nice never had leather seats and the black/red 2 tone is hottt! :Frustrated:
guess i waited too long... theres a couple more that are around here but i think i like the gt because they have the leather seats which i think are nice never had leather seats and the black/red 2 tone is hottt! :Frustrated:
07-05-2009, 11:59 PM
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Hey guys,
Im brand new here i currently have a scion Tc im about to get rid of and i think ive decided on my next car being an rx8. Just wanted to ask some questions first, see what u guys think from your experience. I am a little weary on the 15mpg i think it gets and the premium gas it drinks adding to my wallet, Is it really that bad from everyones experience or no? Second i like near Albany, NY so snow is a big thing here rear wheel drive and snow dont mix. Most imporantly there are 2 ive seen and narrowed it down to an 04 dark gray(not my fav) gt black leather interior for 15.5k or an 06 rx8 black (very hot) with rims an pioneer nav sysem and black/red 2 tone leather interior rims and intake/exhaust buts its like 18-19k which is too pricey what do u guys think in your opinion?
Im brand new here i currently have a scion Tc im about to get rid of and i think ive decided on my next car being an rx8. Just wanted to ask some questions first, see what u guys think from your experience. I am a little weary on the 15mpg i think it gets and the premium gas it drinks adding to my wallet, Is it really that bad from everyones experience or no? Second i like near Albany, NY so snow is a big thing here rear wheel drive and snow dont mix. Most imporantly there are 2 ive seen and narrowed it down to an 04 dark gray(not my fav) gt black leather interior for 15.5k or an 06 rx8 black (very hot) with rims an pioneer nav sysem and black/red 2 tone leather interior rims and intake/exhaust buts its like 18-19k which is too pricey what do u guys think in your opinion?
-It gets bad as mileage
-RWD isn't sufficient enough for you during snow
-A color you do not like
-Too expensive
Edit: I'm not being mean, I'm just basing my suggestion off of what you said. I say those with respect, and not immaturity.
07-06-2009, 08:12 AM
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ok so just so i clarify my original post i was just curious as to your experiences with the gas, its definitely not one of my deal breaking factors. The winter i indeed plan to get some of the best snow tires i can get my hands on and i was told there are some canada rx8 owners on here that drive all year so i guess well just have to see. My tc was never too good in the snow either. I basicaly tryin to search my butt off right now to find a good deal 
07-06-2009, 12:45 PM
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if you thought the FWD TC got around bad wait till RWD 8....FWD is the next best thing to snow other than AWD/4WD....RWD is (in my opinion) the worst thing to get to drive in snow....the money you will spend on a set of snow tires you could buy a cheap winter beater likeI did when in pa...spend 350 bucks for the car drove fine no probs and kept the 8 for summer...just my 2cents
07-06-2009, 01:44 PM
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a cheap winter beater
This past winter I had two 400 mile round trips where snow was a factor. It had just snowed before one, and was threatening on the other. I took the beater both times...only prudent thing to do. So I did 800 miles in a worn out beater instead of the 8. And the roads turned out to be OK. Not necessarily OK for the stock summer tires, but nowhere near Blizzak.
So unless you're going to park the 8 all winter, and drive a POS daily, you need to do something about winter tires. My OE tires just wore out, and I replaced them with all seasons.
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07-06-2009, 04:51 PM
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The only thing I dislike after owning two RX-8s for a total of almost 3 years is the gas mileage. I've always averaged 18 and my current 8 is on its original plugs and coils after 52k. The whole reliability stigma is a load of ****. And both of mine were 04's
The only difference when driving the RX-8 vice other cars is the necessity to check the oil level more frequently.
Going easy on it until it warms up is a necessity, but how many cars do you recommend jumping into and gunning it while it's still cold?
The only difference when driving the RX-8 vice other cars is the necessity to check the oil level more frequently.
Going easy on it until it warms up is a necessity, but how many cars do you recommend jumping into and gunning it while it's still cold?
I'm satisfied so far with my beater commuter car. It gets 30mpg and is way faster then my 8. I still miss the 8 though if that says anything (I still have her but not for long)..and I'm totally buying another rx8 in a year or so. They're the ****.
07-06-2009, 04:53 PM
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Usually a good idea. I kept my '87 Accord as a winter beater. Not for all winter, just for snow days. But things don't always work out neatly.
This past winter I had two 400 mile round trips where snow was a factor. It had just snowed before one, and was threatening on the other. I took the beater both times...only prudent thing to do. So I did 800 miles in a worn out beater instead of the 8. And the roads turned out to be OK. Not necessarily OK for the stock summer tires, but nowhere near Blizzak.
So unless you're going to park the 8 all winter, and drive a POS daily, you need to do something about winter tires. My OE tires just wore out, and I replaced them with all seasons.
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This past winter I had two 400 mile round trips where snow was a factor. It had just snowed before one, and was threatening on the other. I took the beater both times...only prudent thing to do. So I did 800 miles in a worn out beater instead of the 8. And the roads turned out to be OK. Not necessarily OK for the stock summer tires, but nowhere near Blizzak.
So unless you're going to park the 8 all winter, and drive a POS daily, you need to do something about winter tires. My OE tires just wore out, and I replaced them with all seasons.
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07-06-2009, 06:23 PM
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yea i realize FWD is better in the snow but the car just doesnt have the best handling to begin with. I have no problem i have no problem buying snow tires i believe blizzaks were the ones i purchased for my tc and i spend a good 5-600 bucks on the falkens for the summer. I do drive a decent amount but i think the rx8 is pretty sexy and my cars always end up being my baby so im sure that ill have no problem giving her some TLC. I was originally thinkin of 3 cars 350z g35 or the rx8 and the rx8 always seemed to turn my head plus it has a backseat unlike the z. I tryin to not get carried away to much and find the right deal but i have been know to be the i want it now kinda guy haha :P
07-06-2009, 06:45 PM
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^ take your time with your 8 purchase. get the best deal. im the same way and when I bought my 8 I wanted it now. Now I can't afford it cuz I didnt research my purchase and got a bad deal on the car being ignorant to what they're worth. Take your time.
07-06-2009, 07:33 PM
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... but i have been know to be the i want it now kinda guy haha :P
The deal was somewhat simplified in that I bought new, and my brother works for Ford, so I got S plan, no negotiating.
BTW - anything I've said in this thread that might be construed as negative isn't a complaint. It's just detail.
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07-07-2009, 07:39 AM
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[quote=ken-x8;BTW - anything I've said in this thread that might be construed as negative isn't a complaint. It's just detail.[/quote]
No i appreciate all the help and the heads up without talking to you guys i wouldnt have know about there being issues with the 04-05's and to aim for the 06+. I'm still kinda curious if anyone has any experience or knowledge with the whole ebay car buying scene though because theres a very limited selection around here that im seeing but there are a few on ebay. To me buying something that expensive off ebay seems kinda shady though.
No i appreciate all the help and the heads up without talking to you guys i wouldnt have know about there being issues with the 04-05's and to aim for the 06+. I'm still kinda curious if anyone has any experience or knowledge with the whole ebay car buying scene though because theres a very limited selection around here that im seeing but there are a few on ebay. To me buying something that expensive off ebay seems kinda shady though.
07-07-2009, 10:25 AM
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No i appreciate all the help and the heads up without talking to you guys i wouldnt have know about there being issues with the 04-05's and to aim for the 06+. I'm still kinda curious if anyone has any experience or knowledge with the whole ebay car buying scene though because theres a very limited selection around here that im seeing but there are a few on ebay. To me buying something that expensive off ebay seems kinda shady though.
If you choose to go the ebay route, then you treat it like any non-local purchase...
1. Get the VIN and run a carfax before investing time in travel
2. Make plans to bring the car back with you, and more importantly to NOT bring it back at all.
3. Inspect the car in person, and bring along someone who knows something about cars and is an objective 3rd party.
4. Negotiate (bid on the car) the deal after confirming the title is in hand and clear of liens/salvage/etc.
07-08-2009, 11:07 AM
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understood but the cars im looking at are from dealers posting on ebay and most of them seem to be in texas so i would plan on shipping the car probably not going to see it or get it
07-08-2009, 12:05 PM
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I got mine from auto trader. I live in Pa and drove the whole way to Ga to get my 8, and it was the best deal compared to the almost ten places I went to in Pa. The way I look at the better gas is a 10gal tank of 87 is $25 and the same tank of 93 is $26-27 depending on how much more is cost at certain stations (Exxon is .20 higher the 87, and our kwik fill is only .10 higher then 87).
07-09-2009, 10:24 AM
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Thats what ive been stalking is auto trader and cars.com daily. Im on there looking for what i want searching about 100 miles out or so and there only seems to be a small selection and nothing that jumps at me maybe ill widen my search range. driving all the way to Georgia man thats pretty intense to buy a car lol
07-09-2009, 12:55 PM
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My trip was good until I got to the south when all the oil problems were going on, hardly no gas anywhere, and we didn't think we were going to make it since I didn't want to put 87 in it, but at last there was one that had 93, and when I filled it up I had a little less then a 1/4 tank of gas.
It might of seemed far, but the deal I got was amazing, plus I only spent about 150 in gas total trip. I had another vehicle, 99 vehicross that I owed $6500 on and they paid it completely off and I still got the 8 for $13900 out the door without them adding anything to it with a good long warrenty also.
It might of seemed far, but the deal I got was amazing, plus I only spent about 150 in gas total trip. I had another vehicle, 99 vehicross that I owed $6500 on and they paid it completely off and I still got the 8 for $13900 out the door without them adding anything to it with a good long warrenty also.
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wow synthetic im jealous i check out some of your pics thats what im lookin for a good deal on a black rx8 what year is yours ? Also on a side note i like the black/red leather interior but i cant seem to find to many with them is it hard to convert the car to the black/red interior later if i got a cloth or leather interior now?