The little (dissapointing) things
12-07-2003, 09:15 PM
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Originally posted by RX-GR8
i would if i could man. but then i'd have to route for the padres, chargers and sharks.
i would if i could man. but then i'd have to route for the padres, chargers and sharks.
But at least our beloved Chargers improved their season record by 50 percent today. they now have 3 in the "W" column. woohoo!
12-08-2003, 01:04 AM
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Originally posted by Maniac
The shop manual calls them "roof molding".
They cover a weld joint between the roof panel and the quarter panel/a-c pillar section.
The shop manual calls them "roof molding".
They cover a weld joint between the roof panel and the quarter panel/a-c pillar section.
12-08-2003, 07:30 AM
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Seeing as though this thread is degenerating into something else, here is my feeble attempt to restore law and order:
*Auto-locking doors when key in ignition.....haven't seen anyone mention that, but NOT auto-unlock due to security reasons.
*Storage in dash if you don't have Nav system.
*cell phone holder/storage....just some logical place to put it within easy reach and easy access to power, present options are not that easy.
*Hanger hooks - where to I hang a jakcet or suit from? or is there one and I'm just a moron and haven't seen it.
*one-button auto close for sunroof so I don't have to hold switch.
*Could have added one more storage bin in the overhead just behind the overhead cabin lights. can't have too much storage space.
*Sunroof switch illumination, can't see crap in the dark.
that all for now!
*Auto-locking doors when key in ignition.....haven't seen anyone mention that, but NOT auto-unlock due to security reasons.
*Storage in dash if you don't have Nav system.
*cell phone holder/storage....just some logical place to put it within easy reach and easy access to power, present options are not that easy.
*Hanger hooks - where to I hang a jakcet or suit from? or is there one and I'm just a moron and haven't seen it.
*one-button auto close for sunroof so I don't have to hold switch.
*Could have added one more storage bin in the overhead just behind the overhead cabin lights. can't have too much storage space.
*Sunroof switch illumination, can't see crap in the dark.
that all for now!
12-08-2003, 02:09 PM
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Originally posted by oosik
*cell phone holder/storage....just some logical place to put it within easy reach and easy access to power, present options are not that easy.
*cell phone holder/storage....just some logical place to put it within easy reach and easy access to power, present options are not that easy.
12-08-2003, 02:23 PM
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Re: Seat heaters and you live in FL ???
Originally posted by melikeRX8
Why???
Why???
12-08-2003, 02:46 PM
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*Auto-locking doors when key in ignition.....haven't seen anyone mention that, but NOT auto-unlock due to security reasons.
These should be programmable on the key.
I agree about needing a light where the sunroof button is and making it just a single tilt/slide combo button.. don't know why there is 2.
Streering wheel should be telescopic.
Rain sensing wipers.
Ability to add oil without removing the engine cover. The location where the dipstick is awkward.
Added functionality to the onboard computer, such as: MPG consumption average. How much mileage is left on the fuel tank. Based on your driving condition and your driving style, how much mileage before your next service. etc...
12-08-2003, 05:17 PM
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The only gripe i have with the car is the ugly radio display. And for us w/o the nav system, couldn't they have converted that big bulge into another storage compartment? seems like such a waste for such lovely space that can be put into a thousand new uses. No need to punish us poor blokes who didn't shell out 2k for a nav system. I'll probably end up putting a dvd player in there, if i can find a local modder who can do the new Mazda displays (mazda6, mazda3, and rx8 all share the same weird radio display thingy btw)
Also, the car needs a "get-the-hell-away-from-my-car-and-dont-you-put-your-oily-fingers-on-my-newly-washed-windows" button on my keyring. i can't tell you how many times i walked out of the mall, work, school, strip... i mean church to find ppl clawing at the windows to look inside and just plain putting their nasty hands on my baby. It would zap them with a small electrical charge.
Also, the car needs a "get-the-hell-away-from-my-car-and-dont-you-put-your-oily-fingers-on-my-newly-washed-windows" button on my keyring. i can't tell you how many times i walked out of the mall, work, school, strip... i mean church to find ppl clawing at the windows to look inside and just plain putting their nasty hands on my baby. It would zap them with a small electrical charge.
12-08-2003, 10:05 PM
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Originally posted by RX_Paranoid
The only gripe i have with the car is the ugly radio display. And for us w/o the nav system, couldn't they have converted that big bulge into another storage compartment? seems like such a waste for such lovely space that can be put into a thousand new uses. No need to punish us poor blokes who didn't shell out 2k for a nav system.
The only gripe i have with the car is the ugly radio display. And for us w/o the nav system, couldn't they have converted that big bulge into another storage compartment? seems like such a waste for such lovely space that can be put into a thousand new uses. No need to punish us poor blokes who didn't shell out 2k for a nav system.
12-08-2003, 10:11 PM
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I set my cell phone up there in front of the Nav screen. Pretty handy place, easy to reach........Except everytime you get on it, the phone is on the floor or in the pass seat. After 3 times I found another spot 
12-08-2003, 10:15 PM
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Originally posted by 8_wannabe
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.
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.
12-08-2003, 10:49 PM
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I thought the same thing. I test drove an 8 with the nav, and expected the 8s without the nav to have a depressed section there to place things. I was very disappointed to see the space is totally lost. Now after logging 8k miles, I've come to realize that it would be dangerous to have an uncovered storage depression there. I would have thrown whatever was there hundreds of times. This car is a toss about. They could have made a mini glove box there, but that would have raised prices (or decreased profits).
12-08-2003, 10:59 PM
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Originally posted by ptiemann
The button to pop the trunk is akwardly located. Not a deal-breaker.
The button to pop the trunk is akwardly located. Not a deal-breaker.
So where would you suggest they put it for future models?
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12-08-2003, 11:04 PM
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Originally posted by 8_wannabe
But at least our beloved Chargers improved their season record by 50 percent today. they now have 3 in the "W" column. woohoo!
But at least our beloved Chargers improved their season record by 50 percent today. they now have 3 in the "W" column. woohoo!
12-09-2003, 10:03 AM
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Originally posted by Sea Ray
I set my cell phone up there in front of the Nav screen. Pretty handy place, easy to reach........Except everytime you get on it, the phone is on the floor or in the pass seat. After 3 times I found another spot
I set my cell phone up there in front of the Nav screen. Pretty handy place, easy to reach........Except everytime you get on it, the phone is on the floor or in the pass seat. After 3 times I found another spot
12-17-2003, 09:57 PM
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ok you have one of the coolest cars on the road and your complaining about drinks in the cupholder getting in the way, and the "NOISE" is to loud with the sunroof "OPEN." I dont allow any drinks or food in mine, and when I got the sunroof with mine I expected that the wind noise at 80+ mph or 35 mph even, would be a little noisy. Its a sports car, if you want convinient cup holders and less noisy sunroofs(theres no such thing), you should have bought a luxury car.
12-17-2003, 10:14 PM
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Originally posted by mazdaman
ok you have one of the coolest cars on the road and your complaining about drinks in the cupholder getting in the way, and the "NOISE" is to loud with the sunroof "OPEN." I dont allow any drinks or food in mine, and when I got the sunroof with mine I expected that the wind noise at 80+ mph or 35 mph even, would be a little noisy. Its a sports car, if you want convinient cup holders and less noisy sunroofs(theres no such thing), you should have bought a luxury car.
ok you have one of the coolest cars on the road and your complaining about drinks in the cupholder getting in the way, and the "NOISE" is to loud with the sunroof "OPEN." I dont allow any drinks or food in mine, and when I got the sunroof with mine I expected that the wind noise at 80+ mph or 35 mph even, would be a little noisy. Its a sports car, if you want convinient cup holders and less noisy sunroofs(theres no such thing), you should have bought a luxury car.
And I only have the sunroof because I wanted the leather, and I could only get it with the whole GT package -- sunroof and all. Personally I would prefer the increased headroom over the sunroof that I never open.
12-18-2003, 04:06 AM
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Originally posted by bobclevenger
I would prefer the increased headroom over the sunroof that I never open.
I would prefer the increased headroom over the sunroof that I never open.
12-18-2003, 12:59 PM
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Originally posted by 8_wannabe
How come you never open it?
How come you never open it?
But these are just MY opinions, yours may be very different. That's why I wish Mazda (and everybody else!) would let us choose our options one-at-a-time.