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02-02-2010, 06:52 PM
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So last Thursday, I purchased a used 2005, Sunlight Silver Metallic, 6spd RX8 with 34,xxx miles on it....I think it's the sport version, with some add ons....got to say I'm really lovin' it so far....I came from a 2007 350z, so this was a drastic change....I'm in the bay area, so eager to meet some fellow 8 owners, etc....will try to post pics eventually...
02-02-2010, 09:12 PM
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Well I've always been someone to enjoy the twisty roads, more than a straight line....so I chose the 350z a few years ago....that car was great...great usable power, great handling, good styling, etc....however it wasn't practical at all....so last year I sold my Z so I could save up for some other things....luckily I live near enough to the BART and buses to get to school and work, so have been relying on public transportation for a year or so....so a few weeks ago, I decided I needed a car again, lol...so I've always liked the rx8 looks, and have heard many great things about the handling and the wonders of the triangular engine...so I test drove a few, and fell in love with it...was on craigslist 2 weeks ago and came across a good deal and voila......rx8 is a great platform, and has a usable trunk, "rear" seats, and that feeling of a sports car, which I never really felt with the z....
02-02-2010, 11:34 PM
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1st off: welcome to the cult!!!!! errrrr..... I mean, "club"
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Glad to hear you made the switch from a Z to an 8 and are loving the results. Make sure you do plenty of searching / reading as this forum (more then any other forum I've ever been on) is an amazing place full of vast knowledge, advice, and great people.
Also, make sure you check out the West subforum for local meets / events in your area.
1st off: welcome to the cult!!!!! errrrr..... I mean, "club"
hGlad to hear you made the switch from a Z to an 8 and are loving the results. Make sure you do plenty of searching / reading as this forum (more then any other forum I've ever been on) is an amazing place full of vast knowledge, advice, and great people.
Also, make sure you check out the West subforum for local meets / events in your area.
02-02-2010, 11:41 PM
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welcome to our humble abode!
i see we are growing quite fast!
anyways i hope you don't miss all the torque you had with the z! and its nice to see someone make the change and really enjoy it! welcome!
i see we are growing quite fast!
anyways i hope you don't miss all the torque you had with the z! and its nice to see someone make the change and really enjoy it! welcome!
02-03-2010, 01:37 AM
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yeah, having to rev a little higher is a change, but a pleasant one....i'm looking forward to having some nice track days with this car!
02-03-2010, 01:38 AM
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yeah i'm down...always nice to meet fellow car enthusiasts....was active in socal with the scion clubs and z clubs...
02-03-2010, 10:30 AM
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Welcome and start making plans to come to Irvine in Sept or Oct for Seve Stock.
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Just start talking to anyone and you'll find we are all friendly and you will end up meeting alot of members that post here.
02-03-2010, 04:41 PM
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Ha, I just noticed you had a tC, that's what I traded in for the RX. I'm in the midst of selling all my old aftermarket parts on Scionlife. I almost bought a Z last year to boot...great minds think a like!
02-03-2010, 04:51 PM
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Nice, hope to see at the track. I do 6-10 HPDEs per year but I don't see that many other RX8s at the local tracks here (Thunderhill, Buttonwillow, Sears Point, etc.).
02-03-2010, 05:05 PM
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02-03-2010, 05:09 PM
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Apr 9: http://www.cccbmwcca.org/BMW/High_Pe...ng_School.html
Apr 10: http://www.speedventures.com/events/...il.aspx?id=279
What's the event at Infineon?
02-03-2010, 07:07 PM
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yeah, dependent on work and such I should be able to get a few track days this year....are there any local roads that are good for some scenic/spirited drives? It's my second year here in the bay area but haven't really explored any good roads yet...
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