I've got a 2009 RX-8 GT!
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I understand people ranting about the nose. I don't like that myself.
But I can't understand why people are not complaining about the side vents, that now look really out of proportion with the side of the car.
One of the things I always loved in my RX8 is how the side vents provided a visual connection between the line that runs accross the side of the car and the fenders...
The new triangular one seems out of place and too small.
Is it at least functional?
But I can't understand why people are not complaining about the side vents, that now look really out of proportion with the side of the car.
One of the things I always loved in my RX8 is how the side vents provided a visual connection between the line that runs accross the side of the car and the fenders...
The new triangular one seems out of place and too small.
Is it at least functional?
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Hi all,
Tuesday of this week, around lunchtime, I picked up my BRAND NEW 2009 RX-8 Grand Touring with Nav and Premium package (Sirius and moon roof). It's Diamond Gray Metallic and BEAUTIFUL. I bought the car, color sight unseen. The pictures don't do it justice - it's beautiful. EVERYONE comments on the color. The color seems to change a bit - darker, almost greyish in the garage, more champagne in the sunlight.
I plan on taking pics of the Nav and audio system screen shots. The Mazda USA page does a good job on the rest of the car.
In a word: It's TIGHT.
I traded in my Titanium 2004 RX-8 GT (my 4th RX) which didn't really give me any problems that weren't handled via a recall or tech bulletin. But, it had nearly 50k miles on it and was approaching 5 years old.
On to the 2009 - did I say it is TIGHT?!!! The suspension feels tighter than my '04. I love the progressive nature of it. It rides over the bumps wonderfully, but really sucks up the turns (and on ramps
) It is a true "Grand Touring"
The tires are lousy (check out Tirerack.com) - but they work and I don't expect them to last much over 12k miles. They are Ultra High Performance All-Season Dunlop SP 2050's.
The engine feels AMAZING. My friend is the Fleet Manager at my company - he rebuilt his first engine at 7 years old (only kidding), but he's an amazing guy. His first comments on driving it was, they tweaked the engine - there's more low end torque. It may be the gearing, it may be the oil injection - we'll find out more later. But it PULLS - smoothly and consistently. As with our beloved rotary, it LOVES the high RPM's.
The exhaust note is improved - nice, with a small touch of throaty but not at all intrusive.
Bluetooth phone integration - AWESOME!
Nav audio voice commands - amazing.
Fit and finish - more polished, "high end" looking with the additional leather.
Steering wheel - Got used to it quick - it's OK. The leather used to wrap it has a wonderful feel to it.
My first tank I got 16 mpg (actually the same I got with my '04 driving the same route), but it was all city driving. I've only been near red line once as it only has 100 miles on it. The break-in chapter of the manual is one paragraph - basically it says don't abuse it. When I registered the car on MazdaUSA, it I could download the owners manual - a 10 meg pdf. When I get the OK, I'll upload it.
Bought it at University Mazda, Seattle, Wa. Incredible dealer - I HIGHLY recommend them over Lee Johnson or Doug's Lynnwood. PM me and I'll tell you what the sale guys said to my comments on each dealer. The UMazda GM is the previous sales manager - Chris Reeves - been there for years. Some of you may know him from his previous involvement in the RX8 club around Seattle. http://www.umazda.com/
I hope this helps some of you looking for some current information on the '09.
Questions?
Sincerely,
Steve
Tuesday of this week, around lunchtime, I picked up my BRAND NEW 2009 RX-8 Grand Touring with Nav and Premium package (Sirius and moon roof). It's Diamond Gray Metallic and BEAUTIFUL. I bought the car, color sight unseen. The pictures don't do it justice - it's beautiful. EVERYONE comments on the color. The color seems to change a bit - darker, almost greyish in the garage, more champagne in the sunlight.I plan on taking pics of the Nav and audio system screen shots. The Mazda USA page does a good job on the rest of the car.
In a word: It's TIGHT.
I traded in my Titanium 2004 RX-8 GT (my 4th RX) which didn't really give me any problems that weren't handled via a recall or tech bulletin. But, it had nearly 50k miles on it and was approaching 5 years old.
On to the 2009 - did I say it is TIGHT?!!! The suspension feels tighter than my '04. I love the progressive nature of it. It rides over the bumps wonderfully, but really sucks up the turns (and on ramps
) It is a true "Grand Touring" The tires are lousy (check out Tirerack.com) - but they work and I don't expect them to last much over 12k miles. They are Ultra High Performance All-Season Dunlop SP 2050's.
The engine feels AMAZING. My friend is the Fleet Manager at my company - he rebuilt his first engine at 7 years old (only kidding), but he's an amazing guy. His first comments on driving it was, they tweaked the engine - there's more low end torque. It may be the gearing, it may be the oil injection - we'll find out more later. But it PULLS - smoothly and consistently. As with our beloved rotary, it LOVES the high RPM's.
The exhaust note is improved - nice, with a small touch of throaty but not at all intrusive.
Bluetooth phone integration - AWESOME!
Nav audio voice commands - amazing.
Fit and finish - more polished, "high end" looking with the additional leather.
Steering wheel - Got used to it quick - it's OK. The leather used to wrap it has a wonderful feel to it.
My first tank I got 16 mpg (actually the same I got with my '04 driving the same route), but it was all city driving. I've only been near red line once as it only has 100 miles on it. The break-in chapter of the manual is one paragraph - basically it says don't abuse it. When I registered the car on MazdaUSA, it I could download the owners manual - a 10 meg pdf. When I get the OK, I'll upload it.
Bought it at University Mazda, Seattle, Wa. Incredible dealer - I HIGHLY recommend them over Lee Johnson or Doug's Lynnwood. PM me and I'll tell you what the sale guys said to my comments on each dealer. The UMazda GM is the previous sales manager - Chris Reeves - been there for years. Some of you may know him from his previous involvement in the RX8 club around Seattle. http://www.umazda.com/
I hope this helps some of you looking for some current information on the '09.
Questions?
Sincerely,
Steve
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Lessee! I bought a new 2008 iRX8 in April. You now have a new 2009. My 3000 mile 2008 is now worth? I'm starting to wear out this friggin' wall!
I work at Snoqualmie, so I'll probably see your around the flagpole. Congrats! It's nice! As with all things, including my RX8, there are things I love and things I wish were different. It is what it is.
I wonder how long it's going to take for some of the new things like memory seats, automatic headlights...sheesh even GM hs these to make the aftermarket? Or do I just need to dig through the links?
I work at Snoqualmie, so I'll probably see your around the flagpole. Congrats! It's nice! As with all things, including my RX8, there are things I love and things I wish were different. It is what it is.
I wonder how long it's going to take for some of the new things like memory seats, automatic headlights...sheesh even GM hs these to make the aftermarket? Or do I just need to dig through the links?
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All the best looking cars look like fish! Aston Martin, Maserati, some of the Ferrari's. Gaping fish mouths are cool. It's better than the 09's Joker face.
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