Hows this for a first car?
09-24-2008, 03:01 PM
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Hows this for a first car?
Well, its been a few months since my graduation from high school and I need a car of my own.
Im looking for an 04-06 rx8 around 14k-16k.
And no I have never owned a car of my own.
I've driven an 06 odyssey, audi a4, 04 camry, sedona, and 08 accord with a4 being the best of course.
So, you think this is a good decision?
I was looking for cars that are a bit sporty and not too old/ugly (I cant stand owning an ugly car).
Im interested in unique cars and the rx8 is definitely unique.
Oh, and I was told not to get an 04 since it was the first model...
Im looking for an 04-06 rx8 around 14k-16k.
And no I have never owned a car of my own.
I've driven an 06 odyssey, audi a4, 04 camry, sedona, and 08 accord with a4 being the best of course.
So, you think this is a good decision?
I was looking for cars that are a bit sporty and not too old/ugly (I cant stand owning an ugly car).
Im interested in unique cars and the rx8 is definitely unique.
Oh, and I was told not to get an 04 since it was the first model...
09-24-2008, 03:04 PM
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no one knows, you are the first person to ever want this as their first car. Please search, there is this exact same topic already being discussed like 2 threads down from this one
09-24-2008, 03:56 PM
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well, i was trying to avoid this thread i made since there are about two others (the 16 year old's thread that went wild).
anyway, im set on buying this ^^
i was like, a 4 door coupe? o.O
rotorary engine?
aha..
anyway, im set on buying this ^^
i was like, a 4 door coupe? o.O
rotorary engine?
aha..
09-24-2008, 04:06 PM
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My first car was an FC... it was fun.
If you are mechanically illiterate then I wouldn't recommend this car for you. Oil change every 3k miles, checking oil levels at every other gas fill-up, and a very finicky engine as well. If this is going to be your first car then make sure not to flood your engine. Maintenance on this car is very expensive for a person who just graduated from high school.
If you are mechanically illiterate then I wouldn't recommend this car for you. Oil change every 3k miles, checking oil levels at every other gas fill-up, and a very finicky engine as well. If this is going to be your first car then make sure not to flood your engine. Maintenance on this car is very expensive for a person who just graduated from high school.
09-25-2008, 04:48 PM
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This was my first tuner type car.
Im kinda regretting it at this point, I didnt do my research and I blew $7000 on bolt on and plug n play parts that gave me maybe, MAYBE 15HP. I should have looked into the rotary more beforehand.
But its comfy, pretty and just fun to drive. But now Im seriously considering a speed6, better gas mileage and being a 4 banger, easier to gain HP with intakes and other crap.
Id say if you like the 8 and arent planning on building a power monster, go for it! Just make sure its still under warranty. Chances are you'll need it.
Im kinda regretting it at this point, I didnt do my research and I blew $7000 on bolt on and plug n play parts that gave me maybe, MAYBE 15HP. I should have looked into the rotary more beforehand.
But its comfy, pretty and just fun to drive. But now Im seriously considering a speed6, better gas mileage and being a 4 banger, easier to gain HP with intakes and other crap.
Id say if you like the 8 and arent planning on building a power monster, go for it! Just make sure its still under warranty. Chances are you'll need it.
09-25-2008, 08:21 PM
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It's a good car if you can afford it during school etc....I'd say if you can afford it then go for it......
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09-25-2008, 10:54 PM
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09-25-2008, 11:46 PM
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My first car was an FC... it was fun.
If you are mechanically illiterate then I wouldn't recommend this car for you. Oil change every 3k miles, checking oil levels at every other gas fill-up, and a very finicky engine as well. If this is going to be your first car then make sure not to flood your engine. Maintenance on this car is very expensive for a person who just graduated from high school.
If you are mechanically illiterate then I wouldn't recommend this car for you. Oil change every 3k miles, checking oil levels at every other gas fill-up, and a very finicky engine as well. If this is going to be your first car then make sure not to flood your engine. Maintenance on this car is very expensive for a person who just graduated from high school.
This was my first car out of high school by the way, and it has completely changed my life and taught me a lot about cars. The RWD never got me in trouble, you have to go pretty damn fast for this car to get scary, and over-steering isn't as scary as under-steer in a FWD (imho). Honestly I wouldn't change my decision to buy it if I ever could.
Nonetheless, it is your decision, that is my advice, well and SE3Ps
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09-25-2008, 11:52 PM
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get the shop manual if you want EVERYTHING, lol.If that is what you want, and you can learn a lot doing that, get an Nissan 200SX or something.
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09-26-2008, 01:08 AM
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I just got the 8 a little over 6 months ago, and I love it. The idea of a 4 door coupe, the amazing handling, the sexiness inside and out, the only downside, as mentioned above, is the maintenence. I also like that the car is fast, but it's only fast when you want it to be, meaning it can be a nice smooth slow ride and it can also take you for an adrenaline rush.
09-26-2008, 10:53 AM
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Seriously.. FML..
This was my first car.. Just search the forum if you have any problems. I have to admit, I'd be lost if I wasn't on here 24/7.. Well maybe not 24/7 but.. Close..
09-26-2008, 11:11 AM
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I wish I were so lcuky
09-26-2008, 11:15 AM
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an 8 is more car then a new driver can handle.
As long as you can respect that, it's a fine first car. Except for gas, maintenance, and cosmetic upkeep.
I firmly believe that all new drivers should have a crappy old Honda Accord. Get your new driver mistakes out of the way in a car you don't give a **** about.
As long as you can respect that, it's a fine first car. Except for gas, maintenance, and cosmetic upkeep.
I firmly believe that all new drivers should have a crappy old Honda Accord. Get your new driver mistakes out of the way in a car you don't give a **** about.
09-26-2008, 11:20 AM
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the 8 is... sexy ^^
i love how its a 4 door coupe, and its sporty enough for me.
i was thinking of a 04 camry or 03 accord but they are just not sporty enough for me.
i dont mean that i need a GTR or anything.
btw, where is the cassette/tape player in this car o.O
ive been looking at buttloads of pictures but all i can see is the "tape" button and thats all.
i love how its a 4 door coupe, and its sporty enough for me.
i was thinking of a 04 camry or 03 accord but they are just not sporty enough for me.
i dont mean that i need a GTR or anything.
btw, where is the cassette/tape player in this car o.O
ive been looking at buttloads of pictures but all i can see is the "tape" button and thats all.