RX8 as a first car.
06-21-2006, 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by limepro
do you really want to have a bunch of kids driving on the streets next to you that barely know how to drive let alone drive a manual? imagine to accident rate if everyone only drove manual i would be scared to go out.
06-21-2006, 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by daisuke
there are a bunch of kids driving in the street all over the world in manuals, few countries outside the US have anything close to the amount of autos that we do. I grew up in chile and 90% of cars there are manual, so nearly everyone I know there can drive one, that doesn't make them bad drivers, the fact that they're bad, distracted, stupid, reckless or talentless drivers makes them bad drivers. Oh yeah and the accident rate is no higher if not lower than here in the US.
im only 24 so im not really bashing on young people. some are more mature and responsible than others and im not saying that barbie isnt but it would be safer for her to get an AT as well as everyone around her until she gets some experience behind the wheel and dealing with everyday bad california drivers.
06-21-2006, 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by limepro
some are more mature and responsible than others and im not saying that barbie isnt but it would be safer for her to get an AT as well as everyone around her until she gets some experience behind the wheel and dealing with everyday bad california drivers.
06-21-2006, 02:44 PM
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Hey! this is my first post on this forum ive guest'd it for a few months now and interestingly enough i was also asking the question of this thread. I have my permit and I am learning how to drive on an 03 tl 3.2 auto FWD. My plan is to buy a used manual rx8 and learn how to drive manual on my brothers 05 jetta (hes going to college and giving the car to my parents). I feel confident as not to be an ******* and be reckless (i know your already doubting me). So i was wondering do you think what i am planning to do is a good idea? Money isnt a problem.
06-21-2006, 04:27 PM
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keep in mind that this car takes a lot more care than a typical cylinder engine. Most girls (no offense to anyone) don't know that cars need more than gas to run. With the rx8 you have to check the oil. You have to add oil. You can't turn the engine off cold.
It's up to you. But I don't think an rx8 is a good car for a brand new driver.
I can already see it in the ditch or wrapped around a tree.
It's up to you. But I don't think an rx8 is a good car for a brand new driver.
I can already see it in the ditch or wrapped around a tree.
06-21-2006, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by KicKZ
Hey! this is my first post on this forum ive guest'd it for a few months now and interestingly enough i was also asking the question of this thread. I have my permit and I am learning how to drive on an 03 tl 3.2 auto FWD. My plan is to buy a used manual rx8 and learn how to drive manual on my brothers 05 jetta (hes going to college and giving the car to my parents). I feel confident as not to be an ******* and be reckless (i know your already doubting me). So i was wondering do you think what i am planning to do is a good idea? Money isnt a problem.
06-21-2006, 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by KicKZ
Hey! this is my first post on this forum ive guest'd it for a few months now and interestingly enough i was also asking the question of this thread. I have my permit and I am learning how to drive on an 03 tl 3.2 auto FWD. My plan is to buy a used manual rx8 and learn how to drive manual on my brothers 05 jetta (hes going to college and giving the car to my parents). I feel confident as not to be an ******* and be reckless (i know your already doubting me). So i was wondering do you think what i am planning to do is a good idea? Money isnt a problem.
06-21-2006, 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by snowboarder4eva
keep in mind that this car takes a lot more care than a typical cylinder engine. Most girls (no offense to anyone) don't know that cars need more than gas to run. With the rx8 you have to check the oil. You have to add oil. You can't turn the engine off cold.
It's up to you. But I don't think an rx8 is a good car for a brand new driver.
I can already see it in the ditch or wrapped around a tree.
It's up to you. But I don't think an rx8 is a good car for a brand new driver.
I can already see it in the ditch or wrapped around a tree.
06-21-2006, 07:43 PM
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wow, the defination of "hand-me-downs" has changed a hair since i got my license in 98. Must be nice bein born into financial freedom 
Just as others have said, as far as maintence goes, this car isn't the greatest for kids just looking for a nice ride. You'll be at the dealership in no time. And if you do still decide to get an 8 for your first car, do yourself a favor and follow one of 2 paths...either get an auto, or learn to drive a stick BEFORE getting a manual. While forgiving, the higher required RPM's for even significant torque can make figuring a clutch out (for the first time ever) a rather daunting task.
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Just as others have said, as far as maintence goes, this car isn't the greatest for kids just looking for a nice ride. You'll be at the dealership in no time. And if you do still decide to get an 8 for your first car, do yourself a favor and follow one of 2 paths...either get an auto, or learn to drive a stick BEFORE getting a manual. While forgiving, the higher required RPM's for even significant torque can make figuring a clutch out (for the first time ever) a rather daunting task.
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06-21-2006, 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by KicKZ
Hey! this is my first post on this forum ive guest'd it for a few months now and interestingly enough i was also asking the question of this thread. I have my permit and I am learning how to drive on an 03 tl 3.2 auto FWD. My plan is to buy a used manual rx8 and learn how to drive manual on my brothers 05 jetta (hes going to college and giving the car to my parents). I feel confident as not to be an ******* and be reckless (i know your already doubting me). So i was wondering do you think what i am planning to do is a good idea? Money isnt a problem.
06-21-2006, 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by phirewind
Honestly, if I had a 16-yr-old daughter right now, and could buy any car I thought she needed, I'd get the RX8 for myself and give her my '03 Lancer. Solid, safe, easy to drive, good gas mileage, automatic transmission, and not as likely to tempt you into doing something stupid.
06-21-2006, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by limepro
hmm maybe it would be a better first car because then they will learn to pay attention to detail but definately not MT lol
06-22-2006, 12:11 AM
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My college bound daughter is getting my 8 this fall - she doesn't consider it a "guy" car. In fact as a design (art) student, she loves the comprehensive (inside and out) effort Mazda made to make this car beautiful. As for driving a fast car - the costs of insurance and other matters would be my concern for a 16 year old. But no different that the many "sweet 16" bimmer 3 series, or mustangs with young lady drivers I've seen.
06-22-2006, 12:27 AM
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Originally Posted by snowboarder4eva
I'm just scared for the car that's about to be used and abused like a five dollar hooker.
06-22-2006, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by KicKZ
Im from new york (response to previous post). Ye have little faith in my generation lol.
06-22-2006, 09:03 PM
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You really want your first car to be something that you tell stories about. You want people to marvel at how inconceivable it is that you made it out of your early driving years alive. Stories of wheels falling off or having to open doors with screw drivers really build character. If you get an RX-8 your stories will be to the effect of "my first car felt very secure at high speeds and in sharp turns". BORING!