Hey guys,

I just started this thread after finding out that Mazda has various different key types for different RX-8 years! I think it's really interesting that Mazda would do this.

I have an '05, so I have the switchblade style which I think is the best....looks really cool and is convenient!

To my understanding, here are the different key types according to the different years:

1) 2004...."Old Style - Normal Key".
2) 2005...."Switchblade Style".
3) 2006-2008...."Keyless Type with Remote Starter".
4) I'm guessing 2009+ will be the same as 2006-2008?

Anybody has any idea why Mazda would do this?

Thanks and God Bless you guys.

Ben.

 

meet higher standards. +1

 

To stop thieves.

It's hard to steal a car when you dont know which key to use.

 

ALL 06-08s came with the Keyless type with remote starter? Nifty.

 

remote starter? even for manual trans?

 

You guys are confusing remote start with keyless start.

http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/disp...ehicleCode=RX8

According to that it's only on the GT and 40th anniversary editions. I guess I would assume the rest get switchblade keys.

 

I have a keyless start.. If I'm not mistaken, the keyless start/entry started with the 2006 GT models and were part of 2007 GT models too.

No remote starts (i.e. you out of your car and you started up your car via wireless transmitter to "warm it up") unless it's aftermarket.

 

Yea, I have an 07 but no GT package. It comes with the switchblade type key.

 

My 06 GT key also doubles up as a Mazda VIP VISA card. You mean yours doesn't? Strange... I think you need to activate it. Check Mazda.ca

 

I have MT 06 Shinka. It has keyless system. But it also comes with a key so can use the key is so inclined

I thought it was a Visa card or maybe a Mazda card.
No not remote start..thats just a confused person.
Arent we all confused?

And no CBen that's not as cool as the keyless system
Heck one does even have to use the key.
One just walks up to the car, push the nipple thingy and door unlocks ( as long as one has the smartKey somewhere on oneself/purse/etc

one gets in and turns the key switch ..boom car starts
NO KEY NEEDED!!
Now that's KWEL!

 

I actually want to know if its possible to upgrade a 2005 rx8 gt from the switchblade style to keyless entry and driving...

 

Anything is possible but might be pricey. cause then you have to install sensors to sense the keys then there are buttons on the door handles, and the change in the ignition key.

 

I'm sure you can do it, but it'll cost you $$$

 

I have an 06, with switchblade style. * I will cut you!!*

 

My 06 (Sport package, no GT) has the keyless entry/drive.

 

mine came with this key ( jap import)

 

See I have an '06 with the switchblade too.

I like it because it saves space in my pocket but does anyone else find that sometimes while in your pocket the the key will pop out?

 

I have the 06 (no idea which version, dealer said Shinka but it's not). It came with the keyless start system.

 

Where do I get this?

 

all those look so cool...bummer i just have a regular key

 

 

Maybe that's not your key.

 

haha that always works lol

me i find it a rush to see how fast i can break into my car and hot wire it before anyone notices haha i like to this in the middle of a mall parking lot


its all about the rush...

 

I imported the car from japan and it came with many jdm products,the key comes with a small remote/lock/unlock/trunk.
You can find it at http://www.japanparts.com/db/partsli...mall=13&page=2

 

If that was the case, I really feel sorry for my old lady....