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EMart11b 04-12-2009 09:11 AM

Just bought my first 8! 2009 GT Sparkling black mica!
 
I've wanted one of these ever since they came out, went with the 2009 GT with the premium package and all weather floor mats. Corners, wing, and CAI to come sometime in the future. Little bit about me I'm a 20 year old infantryman in the Army and student, finally saved up enough coin to get one (been saving since 04 :D)

https://img165.imageshack.us/img165/8528/dscn0224.jpg
https://img49.imageshack.us/img49/3927/dscn0225.jpg
https://img49.imageshack.us/img49/739/dscn0226.jpg

77mjd 04-12-2009 10:27 AM

Congrats...and welcome!

kersh4w 04-12-2009 12:15 PM

congrats.

you saved up and then paid for it in full? if so, double congrats.

Easy_E1 04-12-2009 12:23 PM

:patriot: I salute you. Congratulations on the new purchase.

EMart11b 04-12-2009 12:41 PM


Originally Posted by 77mjd (Post 2964224)
Congrats...and welcome!

Thanks!


Originally Posted by kersh4w (Post 2964325)
congrats.

you saved up and then paid for it in full? if so, double congrats.

No but I put a large down payment on it, should be paid off by the time I deploy.


Originally Posted by Easy_E1 (Post 2964334)
:patriot: I salute you. Congratulations on the new purchase.

Don't salute me I'm not an officer! ;)

lilring 04-12-2009 12:41 PM

wow nice 09! and congrates on saving and paying it in full! and thanks for serving our country

EMart11b 04-12-2009 12:50 PM


Originally Posted by lilring (Post 2964372)
wow nice 09! and congrates on saving and paying it in full! and thanks for serving our country

Thanks, this break in period is driving me crazy, I can't wait to let it of its chain!

REsuperD 04-12-2009 01:03 PM

congrats! looks great! i like the look w/o spoiler/wing

EMart11b 04-12-2009 01:09 PM


Originally Posted by REsuperD (Post 2964408)
congrats! looks great! i like the look w/o spoiler/wing

I might get one but with the 50:50 ratio it's not as needed as it is on other cars, I like having more visibility in the rear too.

REsuperD 04-12-2009 01:11 PM

i just saw that it's sparkling black. you should post a photo of it when it's sunny. this is a gorgeous color

and i thought the new ones come w/ small lip spoilers on the trunk?

Easy_E1 04-12-2009 01:12 PM


Originally Posted by EMart11b (Post 2964371)

Don't salute me I'm not an officer! ;)

They should make you one and put you in the procurement dept. :eyetwitch

EMart11b 04-12-2009 01:19 PM


Originally Posted by REsuperD (Post 2964423)
i just saw that it's sparkling black. you should post a photo of it when it's sunny. this is a gorgeous color

and i thought the new ones come w/ small lip spoilers on the trunk?

The spoiler is like 360 extra. Here's some sun pics I just took, I was excited yesterday and took pictures despite the gloom.

https://img266.imageshack.us/img266/9910/dscn0229z.jpg
https://img266.imageshack.us/img266/8518/dscn0230.jpg
https://img401.imageshack.us/img401/8788/dscn0231.jpg


Originally Posted by Easy_E1 (Post 2964424)
They should make you one and put you in the procurement dept. :eyetwitch

I'll be an officer by 2013 after doing the deed in the stan.

9G Redline 04-12-2009 02:38 PM

That black is pretty sexy! Congrats on joining the cult...I mean club. Hope you enjoy yours as much as we've enjoyed ours. :)

EMart11b 04-12-2009 02:59 PM


Originally Posted by 9G Redline (Post 2964505)
That black is pretty sexy! Congrats on joining the cult...I mean club. Hope you enjoy yours as much as we've enjoyed ours. :)

So far I am... I've taken all our Easter guests for drives and I've wanted one for years... I can't wait until after the break in period to really unleash it!!!!!!!!!!!

Brettus 04-12-2009 03:13 PM

Great to see someone young actually save up and buy rather than go deep into debt . Good job . Hope you enjoy your new ride .
Don't think you need to do too many miles before "unleashing" it . See the Racing Beat recommended break in proceedure ....

renesisgenesis 04-12-2009 03:21 PM

what transmission does it have?

exsequor 04-12-2009 05:04 PM


Originally Posted by Brettus (Post 2964540)
Great to see someone young actually save up and buy rather than go deep into debt . Good job . Hope you enjoy your new ride .
Don't think you need to do too many miles before "unleashing" it . See the Racing Beat recommended break in proceedure ....

For real. I'm the same age and I wish I put more then 2k down on my 8.

2SeeKU 04-12-2009 06:45 PM

Hmm nice. I like the 09's...

DAC17 04-12-2009 08:08 PM

Nice car; you sure picked the right color. Gorgeous in the light!

nycgps 04-12-2009 11:24 PM

Nice :)

Congrats :)

Slowly break it in, then RED LINE THE SHIT OUTAAAAA HER ! :)

Remember to premix. Search for answers.

DarkLord7854 04-12-2009 11:40 PM

I hope you don't have the same tranny problems some of us other 09 owners have had

R1Cky 04-12-2009 11:41 PM

Congrats on the new ride and saving cash before buying. Props on being a ground pounder, too bad you are in the army. j/k

wassup_nuthin 04-13-2009 12:15 AM

congrats. where yous staioned right now?? kinda looks like fort hood? could be completely wrong. is it a 6 spd??

Atilla 04-13-2009 12:40 AM

Wow...that paint color is awesome! :yumyum:

Congrats on the buy :rock:

JinDesu 04-13-2009 07:52 AM

What a lovely paint color!

I hope you get a ton of fun out of it before deployment!

EMart11b 04-13-2009 08:11 AM


Originally Posted by DAC17 (Post 2964822)
Nice car; you sure picked the right color. Gorgeous in the light!

I really like the color too I think it looks really sharp.


Originally Posted by DarkLord7854 (Post 2965130)
I hope you don't have the same tranny problems some of us other 09 owners have had

I hope so too, tranny problems are such a pain.


Originally Posted by R1Cky (Post 2965131)
Congrats on the new ride and saving cash before buying. Props on being a ground pounder, too bad you are in the army. j/k

>:o


Originally Posted by wassup_nuthin (Post 2965183)
congrats. where yous staioned right now?? kinda looks like fort hood? could be completely wrong. is it a 6 spd??

That picture was in NJ I live in WV


Originally Posted by JinDesu (Post 2965447)
What a lovely paint color!

I hope you get a ton of fun out of it before deployment!

I plan on it! Can't wait to take it to the beach this summer.

Chibana 04-13-2009 09:36 AM

Very nice! I bought the same exact one on March 18th! I love the gold flake in the paint.

EMart11b 04-13-2009 11:28 AM


Originally Posted by Chibana (Post 2965573)
Very nice! I bought the same exact one on March 18th! I love the gold flake in the paint.

Yea the mica really makes it shimmer nicely.

I'm taking it to get its first oil change tomorrow, going to request 5w-30 as per advice from people here.

Renesis07 04-13-2009 11:43 AM

Looks good!

AT or MT?

Are you getting the oil change from the dealership? Some Dealerships (ignorant ones) may give you a hassle about 5W30, just a heads up.

Good luck with the car, stay on here and search around. This is a great place for aftermarket parts and discounts, I purchased all my upgrades off this forum. You'll also find great tips on maintenance and how to keep the car healthy for a long time.

EMart11b 04-13-2009 12:26 PM


Originally Posted by Renesis07 (Post 2965848)
Looks good!

AT or MT?

Are you getting the oil change from the dealership? Some Dealerships (ignorant ones) may give you a hassle about 5W30, just a heads up.

Good luck with the car, stay on here and search around. This is a great place for aftermarket parts and discounts, I purchased all my upgrades off this forum. You'll also find great tips on maintenance and how to keep the car healthy for a long time.

It's AT because I don't like to be bothered with shifting... I know how I just don't prefer it.

delhi 04-13-2009 12:29 PM

Gorgeous! congrats!

Renesis07 04-13-2009 02:03 PM


Originally Posted by EMart11b (Post 2965944)
It's AT because I don't like to be bothered with shifting... I know how I just don't prefer it.

Just make sure to redline frequently, you can forget to redline when the car is shifting for you :)

Nice car regardless

renesisgenesis 04-13-2009 03:45 PM


Originally Posted by EMart11b (Post 2965944)
It's AT because I don't like to be bothered with shifting... I know how I just don't prefer it.

haha:)

i have nothing nice to say so i won't say anything at all.

EMart11b 04-13-2009 03:58 PM


Originally Posted by renesisgenesis (Post 2966377)
haha:)

i have nothing nice to say so i won't say anything at all.

:squint:

I like to use my right hand for the back of her head...


just kidding but seriously.

DarkLord7854 04-13-2009 04:54 PM


Originally Posted by EMart11b (Post 2965944)
It's AT because I don't like to be bothered with shifting... I know how I just don't prefer it.


Oh.. well in that case you don't have to worry about transmission problems that some 09s have/had I think since from what I gathered, is due to the syncros. :)

DAC17 04-13-2009 06:24 PM


Originally Posted by DarkLord7854 (Post 2965130)
I hope you don't have the same tranny problems some of us other 09 owners have had

What problems? Something I've missed?

DarkLord7854 04-13-2009 06:26 PM


Originally Posted by DAC17 (Post 2966644)
What problems? Something I've missed?

Use search function

EDZRIDE 04-15-2009 02:58 PM


Originally Posted by renesisgenesis (Post 2966377)
haha:)

i have nothing nice to say so i won't say anything at all.


That is the most intelligent statement you've made since joining this forum.

omfgitzping 04-15-2009 06:28 PM

congratz!

how much did you get it for?

always.anthony 04-15-2009 07:05 PM

TINT
MAZDASPEED FRONT BUMPER
WHEELZZZZZZ

great car, i love the 09...and my 08 too :) hated it first honestly, but i grows on you. its weird. miss the 09 steering wheel though.

EMart11b 04-16-2009 09:18 AM


Originally Posted by omfgitzping (Post 2970753)
congratz!

how much did you get it for?

30.5


Originally Posted by always.anthony (Post 2970821)
TINT
MAZDASPEED FRONT BUMPER
WHEELZZZZZZ

great car, i love the 09...and my 08 too :) hated it first honestly, but i grows on you. its weird. miss the 09 steering wheel though.

I want to do tint but it's illegal in NJ so I'm kind of hesitant.

wantan8 04-16-2009 10:00 AM


Originally Posted by DarkLord7854 (Post 2966650)
Use search function

I remember reading that you had issues but no one else.

kersh4w 04-16-2009 12:38 PM

back side and rear window can be as dark as you want in new jersey.

if you do the backs 15%, you can do the fronts 40% and the cops will never notice. :lol:

but that will look weird.

DarkLord7854 04-16-2009 01:01 PM


Originally Posted by wantan8 (Post 2971675)
I remember reading that you had issues but no one else.

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-trouble-shooting-95/09-gt-5th-6th-gear-shift-grinds-158545/

newguy 04-17-2009 06:59 PM

congrats man, sweet ride the rims and front end are growing on me

always.anthony 04-18-2009 01:04 AM

i go 20% all the way around, looks even, its dark, but cops can still see my face so i don't get pulled over!

CarAndDriver 04-18-2009 11:44 AM

Congrats!

jones75254 04-18-2009 12:11 PM


Originally Posted by Brettus (Post 2964540)
Great to see someone young actually save up and buy rather than go deep into debt . Good job . Hope you enjoy your new ride .
Don't think you need to do too many miles before "unleashing" it . See the Racing Beat recommended break in proceedure ....

+1, all that saving up makes is soooo much sweeter im sure. Congrats

EMart11b 04-18-2009 04:07 PM

Somebody dented my fucking door! :icon_no2:

Anybody know if Dent Wizard is legit? It's not creased and the paint is intact, its right on the edge of the back door on the same level as the door handle.

This must be how a mother with an injured kid feels :(

Kaiser bun 04-18-2009 04:39 PM

the wonders of door dings eh.... take it from me, park wayyyy in the boonies where ever you go


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