paint problem
 

Got my rx8 about 4 weeks ago - one of the first in the UK- after placing an order and waiting for more than 7 months! Wonderful car....Unfortunately I've noticed a small color inconsistency (stain like appearance) on one of the doors. I've asked a professional about it and he told me it's a factory defect and will probably need the whole door replaced/repainted. Should I contact mazda uk about this or the dealer, any advice on this? It's only a small thing really ... but hopefully I can sort it out. thanks.

Try the Euro forum. or http://www.rx8ownersclub.co.uk/forum even!

You should go to your dealer, as they'll do any warrenty work for Mazda UK anyhow, your dealer (or any mazda dealer) is your point of contact.

Re: paint problem
 

Like the other responder said, take it to your local dealer -- they'll be the ones to take care of it.

It may seem like a "small thing" now, but the longer you wait, the bigger it will look to you! ;)

Thanks for your advice. I've just been to the dealer - they had a look and confirmed it's a factory problem. And asked me to go a bodyshop for a quote....the guys there were quite enthusiastic about the car (:- )still a rare car in the uk) and gave me some advice... one which concerns me it's I shouldn't have the door resprayed/repainted because I will loose the factory finish. They will also have to match the color, etc. - very tricky situation, I need to sort this thing but my new car will have to be repainted after such a short time...... I will go again and see what the dealer have to say about it....

I believe a truly outstanding body shop can repaint the door perfectly. If it were my car, I'd visit a few high-end dealers (Bentley, Rolls, Ferrari) and ask where they send cars that require body work. Then take your RX-8 to one of those shops.