The little (dissapointing) things
12-05-2003, 08:14 PM
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Originally posted by desmo996
3. Bose Stereo should be able to play mp3.
3. Bose Stereo should be able to play mp3.
Originally posted by Superfan
It does..
It does..
12-05-2003, 08:28 PM
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Originally posted by rx-8_or_?
1. Anyone from San Diego have suggestions on good dealers?
2. Does the RX-8 have automatic climate control (auto temp)? Some photos show it does, some show it doesn't, and the specs sheet doesn't talk of it.
1. Anyone from San Diego have suggestions on good dealers?
2. Does the RX-8 have automatic climate control (auto temp)? Some photos show it does, some show it doesn't, and the specs sheet doesn't talk of it.
12-05-2003, 11:15 PM
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"Quino....did you say you had an element? As in the ugly POS element? Don't tell people that, they'll laugh." - English
not to diss the element or whomever may have one, but that is funny lol
wish there was auto climate control
auto up AND down on both windows
auto close sunroof
thats pretty much it
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not to diss the element or whomever may have one, but that is funny lol
wish there was auto climate control
auto up AND down on both windows
auto close sunroof
thats pretty much it
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12-06-2003, 01:22 AM
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Originally posted by rx-8_or_?
A thread like the first Little Things thread made me fall further in love with the RX-8, but this thread was even better because I now know that there's no show-stopper of a problem that will prevent me from buying an RX-8. Now to go and test drive the candidates ... Which brings me to these questions:
1. Anyone from San Diego have suggestions on good dealers?
2. Does the RX-8 have automatic climate control (auto temp)? Some photos show it does, some show it doesn't, and the specs sheet doesn't talk of it.
A thread like the first Little Things thread made me fall further in love with the RX-8, but this thread was even better because I now know that there's no show-stopper of a problem that will prevent me from buying an RX-8. Now to go and test drive the candidates ... Which brings me to these questions:
1. Anyone from San Diego have suggestions on good dealers?
2. Does the RX-8 have automatic climate control (auto temp)? Some photos show it does, some show it doesn't, and the specs sheet doesn't talk of it.
As far as SD dealers: The best dealer is the one who will give you the best deal. Figure out exactly what you want (options and colors), figure out exactly what you're willing to spend. Do this BEFORE visiting a dealer. Then visit them one-by-one, let them know you will buy at the first dealership that matches your specs and price (be reasonable on price but they seem to be going for little more that invoice by now -- I paid full MSRP in July.) Don't keep secret that you're shopping around; flaunt it. The instant they start to play any games, like adding stuff you don't want or naming a price then finding ways to jack it up, head for the door and on to the next dealer. At the next dealer, tell them what happened and that you're not afraid to do it again. Then they will take you seriously.
there are dealerships in Escondido, Mission Valley, El Cajon (I think), Nasty City Mile of Cars, maybe Car Country Carlsbad. Finally, don't forget about Long Beach/LA where it's not uncommon to see cars $1000 cheaper. Get a Saturday or sunday LA times and read the ads. If you find the right price, take it to a SD dealer to match. The instant they jack you around, leave. Get a friend to take you up north and buy there; you can often lock in a deal over the phone before heading up.
Last bit of advice, which many people seem to get hung up on: In no way are you obligated to take your car for servicing to the place you bought it. I bought at Cush in Escondido, but get service at Hine in MV. There is no such thing as "loyalty" to your salesman, however do be loyal to diligent and compentent service staff. Reward them with repeat business.
And that's my short story made long. Good luck in your decision.
12-06-2003, 09:12 AM
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Originally posted by DeNile'
I H8 the fact that I have to walk by my 8 in the driveway and get in a 91 dented up Proteje to drive to work because the parking at my job sucks!! Potholes, huge dips, gravel lot, no marked spaces, yeah its hell. 4 years of engineering school for this!! No Respect!!!!
I H8 the fact that I have to walk by my 8 in the driveway and get in a 91 dented up Proteje to drive to work because the parking at my job sucks!! Potholes, huge dips, gravel lot, no marked spaces, yeah its hell. 4 years of engineering school for this!! No Respect!!!!
Can't drive your RX-8 to work? Sounds like a good reason to look for another job
. Are you working at the shipyard?rx8cited
12-06-2003, 09:25 AM
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- Front grill/air dam does not have screens to protect oil coolers
- No auto window / sunroof down with remote
- Falling off door sills (need to get fixed under warranty)
- Small gas tank (18 or 20 gallons would be nicer)
- No auto climate control in US
- Front drink holders useless for drinks
- Side view mirrors a bit too small
- Oil dipstick return tube to short
But I still love my car! :D
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- No auto window / sunroof down with remote
- Falling off door sills (need to get fixed under warranty)
- Small gas tank (18 or 20 gallons would be nicer)
- No auto climate control in US
- Front drink holders useless for drinks
- Side view mirrors a bit too small
- Oil dipstick return tube to short
But I still love my car! :D
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12-06-2003, 11:15 AM
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In respnse to the noise from the sun roof being open.
My car already had the tinted shield for the sun roof. I first wanted it off, but gave it a try. It"s great. Not loud at all I can still talk and listen to my 3 year old in the back seat.
Its $45 and no drilling.
My car already had the tinted shield for the sun roof. I first wanted it off, but gave it a try. It"s great. Not loud at all I can still talk and listen to my 3 year old in the back seat.
Its $45 and no drilling.
12-06-2003, 11:40 AM
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Originally posted by -=Zeqs=-
Major gripe? Back seats...because with them, my girlfriend and I have to give her mother rides now and then. Her voice is that of a cat clawing on a chalkboard. The pitch of it gets higher and higher the more she talks, like that of the rotary engine, only thing is, the Renesis is fun to listen to and there is a damn good purpose behind it.
Major gripe? Back seats...because with them, my girlfriend and I have to give her mother rides now and then. Her voice is that of a cat clawing on a chalkboard. The pitch of it gets higher and higher the more she talks, like that of the rotary engine, only thing is, the Renesis is fun to listen to and there is a damn good purpose behind it.
12-06-2003, 12:56 PM
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Seat heaters and you live in FL ???
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Cupholders work fine for me, even with big cups there.. What bothers me is the seat heater buttons.. I always turn them on by accident.. it still gets in the 80's here in FL right about now..
Cupholders work fine for me, even with big cups there.. What bothers me is the seat heater buttons.. I always turn them on by accident.. it still gets in the 80's here in FL right about now..
12-06-2003, 01:02 PM
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In the REAL little things thread we talked about how the heated seats are sensitive to outside temp. They won't heat up, or not much, if it is warm out. That's why many of us thought our heated seats were defective in the summer, but enjoy them now that its getting cooler. so quit yer bitchin' and enjoy watch ya got. :-)
12-06-2003, 01:04 PM
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Regarding noise from the sunroof, I (and many others) observed just the opposite. It's darn quiet, and I don't even have the add-on deflector. Up to about 35 mph, i don't hear the wind noise at all; a couple of times I've had to reach up to make sure it was really opened. From 35-50 mph, I can hear it, but not bad. Above 50 I'll probably shut it unless I'm feeling particularly rambunctious that day. By far it is the quietest I've ever had; our 323 for instance is annoying above maybe 25 mph.
12-06-2003, 01:05 PM
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Originally posted by rx8cited
- - Front drink holders useless for drinks
- - Front drink holders useless for drinks
My little things that could be improved (limited to things that can be added, rather than things like "better mileage"):
1. A line-in jack on the stereo -- c'mon Mazda, how hard would it be to make a module to fit where the cassette player goes that has a 1/8" stereo jack on it? And add the line-in jack to the cassette deck and the MD deck while you're at it.
2. Automatic climate control -- we KNOW you can do this!
3. Let us decide for ourselves what options we want! I don't want a sunroof and would really like the headroom back, but to get the Leather and Nav I had to take a sunroof.
4. A light that illuminates the oil dipstick tube when the hood is open would be welcome.
5. Auto up/down windows (both sides).
6. Integrated cell phone that works as an auto-answer speakerphone through the stereo system.
7. An accessory power jack that stays powered up at all times.
8. Real gauges, including oil temp.
9. A truly functionl trip computer.
Well, that's my list, and I had to think hard to come up with 9 items! This is a great car!
12-06-2003, 01:15 PM
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Off topic, but I gotta comment on your sig, bobclevenger:
"Freedom means letting other people do things you don't like"
I disagree. Privilege is letting others do what you don't like. Freedom is the ability to pursue the things you do like.
Maybe we don't like to work, but we have to. That doesn't mean you're not free, but it does mean you're not privileged. On the other hand, the job brings the money to pursue your real interests, which is a liberty many in the world don't have.
"Freedom means letting other people do things you don't like"
I disagree. Privilege is letting others do what you don't like. Freedom is the ability to pursue the things you do like.
Maybe we don't like to work, but we have to. That doesn't mean you're not free, but it does mean you're not privileged. On the other hand, the job brings the money to pursue your real interests, which is a liberty many in the world don't have.
12-06-2003, 02:17 PM
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1) Mileage is less than ideal
2) The car is suppose to burn a little oil, but Mazda made the oil dip stick both hard to get at and difficult to read
3) Not enough guages for my taste. And, the oil pressure one never moves.
4) Bigger than expected blind spots.
5) along the roof line, about two inches from the edges (along the doors), is a metal like strip (about 1 inch wide) that seems useless, moves a little, and is a pain to wash. Seems cheap on an otherwise good body design
6) Oil Coolers do not have a protective screen - though love the location.
7) The metal looking runners down each side of the center consule seem like they could get bent/damaged by accident.
8) The front seat belts look like they can be plugged into the back seat retainers - and my wife (while buckling in my 5 yr old the other day) almost did this - when I yelped no (recalling another tread horror story).
9) Not enough leather in the leather seats. What is that ribbed material on the sides?
10) The gas tank is too small. I think every car should be able to go 300 miles on a tank - minimum.
Those are my ten. Still - the car goes zoom zoom - a kick to drive.
2) The car is suppose to burn a little oil, but Mazda made the oil dip stick both hard to get at and difficult to read
3) Not enough guages for my taste. And, the oil pressure one never moves.
4) Bigger than expected blind spots.
5) along the roof line, about two inches from the edges (along the doors), is a metal like strip (about 1 inch wide) that seems useless, moves a little, and is a pain to wash. Seems cheap on an otherwise good body design
6) Oil Coolers do not have a protective screen - though love the location.
7) The metal looking runners down each side of the center consule seem like they could get bent/damaged by accident.
8) The front seat belts look like they can be plugged into the back seat retainers - and my wife (while buckling in my 5 yr old the other day) almost did this - when I yelped no (recalling another tread horror story).
9) Not enough leather in the leather seats. What is that ribbed material on the sides?
10) The gas tank is too small. I think every car should be able to go 300 miles on a tank - minimum.
Those are my ten. Still - the car goes zoom zoom - a kick to drive.
12-06-2003, 02:32 PM
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Is it just me, or is this thread degenerating from constructive ideas for future RX-8's into a general bitch session? Maybe i'm just being too sensitive. Look guys, i think everyone here likes the '8... so don't just gripe about what you don't like (that drives me nuts in real-life, not just here.) Say in a more positive sense what you'd like to see in '05 and beyond.
