Just (about 45 minutes ago) traded in my 2006 350Z (70k miles) for a 2009 RX-8 R3 (26400 miles) with everything in it. Paid $6500 plus my car. Not as powerful as my 350Z but a lot less claustrophobic, the view from the car is great and it handles the curves sooo sweetly.

My problem is figuring out the Navigation system, setting up the satellite radio and such. Odd thing is that it is receiving the radio (wonder why?).

I turned down the $2000 extended warranty figuring that since I do not race and will do my maintenance, I will not require it. Should I run and get it or are the 2009's better than the old 2003-2004'?

 

Extended warranty wouldn't be a bad idea, but you're in a good position with a relatively low mile R3. I couldn't tell you for sure though without compressions test results, which I hope you requested before you bought it.

Anyways, welcome to the Light Side. I applaud you for trading the Z for the '8.

 

They are "better" in terms of reliability.

However, $2k for the warranty might not actually be worth it if you know your way around car work. You should still have tons of factory warranty left on the engine, plenty on the powertrain warranty, and a fair amount on the bumper to bumper warranty.

About the only things that would make it "worth it", is if you lose several transmissions, or the steering rack once, or ECU/PCM and are past the powertrain or bumper to bumper (respectively). These are viable possibilities, but certainly not common. The S2 transmission appears even better than the S1 transmission.

Gratz!

 

Congrats. Lets see some pics.

 

Did not do any compression test before I bought it from a Ford dealer. The Carfax was clear and I did easily hit 95 mph on the 40 mile drive back to my home. Seems to drive well. Thanks for the feedback. Will out in pictures soon but it is a stock Silver/grey with two color leather seats, moonroof, voice navigation system that I know little about and everything power.

 

Silver R3? Where are you located??

 

Welcome. Nice upgrade from the 350.

 

I thought I bought this beautiful R3, Silver with everything including Navigation system in it. The only thing missing was the Manual. Now, I just read that the Navigation is not available in the 2009 R3, that it did not come in Silver. I do not see 19inch wheels either! I guess I got the Grand Touring instead?

 

Yep, GT. I was gonna say.

 

Congratulation,
As far as an extended , YES you should. Over the past week I have integrated every extended warranty company from New Jersey,to Texas. I was looking for an extended warranty for my 2011 R3.

An extended warranty is like taking an option on your car. It is bought with today's dollars, and will increases in value every day.

What are the terms that they are offering you?
I narrowed it down to two possibilities, Mazda's MEPP. and Warranty Direct. The terms I wanted was 10 yr/100k mile.
If you choose to get a warranty, shop it and don’t worry about the quote you get expiring, READ the contract. and pick the best fits your needs then call them when you are ready to move forward.
. If you go to http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/displayHomepage.action, and register your car with Mazda, then you will have access to an owners manual.


Here is what is NOT covered in the WD policy,
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This policy does not provide coverage for:
A. Repairs to any part or parts of the covered vehicle not specifically listed in the schedule of the coverages section of
this policy;
B. Any of the following parts: CB radio, radar detector, stereo equalizer, on board global positioning system, fax modem,
built-in TV and VCR, video game system, computer system including printer, carburetor, battery, battery cables,
shock absorbers, manual transmission clutch assembly (friction clutch disc, pressure plate and throw out and pilot
bearing), manual and hydraulic linkages, transmission and brake cables, distributor cap and rotor, safety restraint
systems (including air bags), glass, lenses, headlamps and projection lamp assemblies, sealed beams, light bulbs,
fuses, circuit breakers, brake rotors and drums, exhaust pipes, emission components, windshield wiper arms,
weather strips, trim, moldings, bright metal, chrome, upholstery and carpet, zippers, nuts, bolts and fasteners, freeze
plugs, cup holders, ash trays, dash pad, squeaks, rattles, water leaks, wind noise, seat frames, paint, outside
ornamentation, inside and outside door handles, hinges, mirrors, mirror hinges, mirror housings, hubcaps, bumpers,
body sheet metal and panels, body parts, frame, brackets and structural body parts, vinyl and convertible tops, tires,
and wheels/rims/studs, provided, however, that (1) ash tray assemblies, seat frames, door hinges and mirror hinges
are covered if the Premium Coverage Plan or Elite Plus Coverage Plan has been selected and purchased; and (2)
factory installed: CB radio, radar detector, stereo equalizer, on board global positioning system, fax modem, built-in
TV and VCR, video game system, computer system including printer are covered if the Premium Coverage Plan or
Elite Plus Coverage Plan has been selected and purchased.
WIC-SNIC-0002 (10-10) Page 6 of 8
C. Maintenance services and parts described in your vehicle owner’s manual as supplied by the manufacturer and other
normal maintenance services and parts which include, but are not limited to: alignments, adjustments, cleaning,
wheel balancing, tune-ups, spark plugs, spark plug wires, glow plugs, hoses (except high pressure steering and air
conditioning), drive belts, brake pads, brake linings/shoes, wiper blades, shop supplies and environmental waste
charges, filters, lubricants, coolants, fluids and refrigerants may be covered if replacement is required in connection
with a mechanical breakdown.
D. Damage and/or mechanical breakdown resulting from collision, road hazard, fire, theft, vandalism, riot, explosion,
lightening, earthquake. Windstorm, volcanic eruption, freezing, rust or corrosion, hail, water or flood, acts of God,
salt, environmental damage, chemicals, contamination of fluids, fuels, use of fuels containing more than 10% ethanol
(if the engine was not manufactured for this fuel mixture), coolants, or lubricants.
E. Any mechanical breakdown caused by misuse, abuse, negligence, lack of scheduled maintenance required by the
manufacturer’s maintenance schedule for your vehicle, or improper servicing or repairs performed by you or a repair
facility. Any mechanical breakdown caused by sludge build-up, lubricant blockage or the failure to maintain proper
levels of lubricants and/or coolants, or any mechanical breakdown resulting from failure to protect your vehicle from
further damage when mechanical breakdown has occurred.
F. Any repair or replacement of any covered part if a mechanical breakdown has not occurred or if the wear on that
part has not exceeded the published field tolerance allowed by the manufacturer.
G. If any alterations have been made to your vehicle or you are using or have used your vehicle in a manner not
recommended by the manufacturer, including, but not limited to damages resulting from the failure of any custom or
add-on part, all frame or suspension modifications, lift kits, oversized/undersized tires, trailer hitches, engine
modifications, transmission modifications, and/or drive axle modifications, emissions and/or exhaust system
modifications provided, however, that emission components (except for catalytic converters, exhaust systems and
carburetors) are covered if Emissions Coverage is included as an optional benefit under the schedule of coverages
attached to this policy.

 

Welcome.

Post pics.