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Just bought my first 8! 2009 GT Sparkling black mica!

Old Apr 13, 2009 | 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by DAC17
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
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
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
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Originally Posted by wassup_nuthin
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
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.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:36 AM
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Very nice! I bought the same exact one on March 18th! I love the gold flake in the paint.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Chibana
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.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 11:43 AM
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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.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Renesis07
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.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 12:29 PM
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Gorgeous! congrats!
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by EMart11b
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
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by EMart11b
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.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by renesisgenesis
haha

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


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


just kidding but seriously.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by EMart11b
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.
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by DarkLord7854
I hope you don't have the same tranny problems some of us other 09 owners have had
What problems? Something I've missed?
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by DAC17
What problems? Something I've missed?
Use search function
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by renesisgenesis
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.
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 06:28 PM
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congratz!

how much did you get it for?
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Old Apr 15, 2009 | 07:05 PM
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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.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by omfgitzping
congratz!

how much did you get it for?
30.5

Originally Posted by always.anthony
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.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by DarkLord7854
Use search function
I remember reading that you had issues but no one else.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 12:38 PM
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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.

but that will look weird.
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by wantan8
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/
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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 06:59 PM
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congrats man, sweet ride the rims and front end are growing on me
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 01:04 AM
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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!
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 11:44 AM
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Congrats!
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Brettus
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
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 04:07 PM
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Somebody dented my ******* door!

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
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 04:39 PM
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the wonders of door dings eh.... take it from me, park wayyyy in the boonies where ever you go
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