Rx8 Year differences
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Rx8 Year differences
I have been looking all around for model differences and it seems like its not exactly talked about, but my question is to post what years had which engine and what varies from year to year.
ex. 2003 standard
2004 - difference....
2005 - difference....
When I was looking around at S2000's I found that a guy posted models like 2001 to 2002 had no changes and 2003 had stiffer suspension and a glass rear window then 2004 had the larger engine. Just an example of what kind of information I'm looking for.
I sat in a 2008 40th edition yesterday and I loved it, I'm a little taller then the average person so finding that conferable seat position was a little time taking but I loved it. Much thanks in soon replays, I may have additional questions as the thread continues also.
Nate
ex. 2003 standard
2004 - difference....
2005 - difference....
When I was looking around at S2000's I found that a guy posted models like 2001 to 2002 had no changes and 2003 had stiffer suspension and a glass rear window then 2004 had the larger engine. Just an example of what kind of information I'm looking for.
I sat in a 2008 40th edition yesterday and I loved it, I'm a little taller then the average person so finding that conferable seat position was a little time taking but I loved it. Much thanks in soon replays, I may have additional questions as the thread continues also.
Nate
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One Shot One Kill
2004 - 1st year, just try to avoid if financially able
2005 - not much change, bug worked out?
2006 - screens installed? ( no need to custom install racing beat screens)
2007-2008, err i have no clue, but i doubt much change that you can't change yourself.
engine is not changing untill 09 comes out, which is just that additional oil injectors put in.
2005 - not much change, bug worked out?
2006 - screens installed? ( no need to custom install racing beat screens)
2007-2008, err i have no clue, but i doubt much change that you can't change yourself.
engine is not changing untill 09 comes out, which is just that additional oil injectors put in.
#3
He's as bad as Can
The reason it’s not talked about is there are no significant engine differences on the 6-Speed RX-8 from 2003-2008. The A/T model received a few more HP with a new trans and the 6-port motor last year. But unless you think a revised crank case vent is a big deal not much has changed specs wise. Other ‘big’ changes have been the A/C condenser screen in 05, color changes like no more yellow’s after 04, adding white in 05 and the Shinka model which is really just a trim option. If your question was about trim levels and not engine specs the info on Mazda’ site still applies for the prior years.
#6
I had thought 06 through 08 automatics were all the same....maybe not ?
What is the link to this 'past model' year differences that also list 06 - 08?
the decks/color charts/oredering forms thread.
thanks
What is the link to this 'past model' year differences that also list 06 - 08?
the decks/color charts/oredering forms thread.
thanks
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You need to buy one of these to hook up an ipod to your rx8. AUX port comes standard on the 2009 model though.
(note: that url above was just the first google search result, i have no idea if that is a good price)
(note: that url above was just the first google search result, i have no idea if that is a good price)
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can't you just buy an FM transmitter for your ipod? Like this one
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/pr...d94ed320bf24c1
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/pr...d94ed320bf24c1
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04s are the cheepest by far and hardly any changes except the keyless ignition.. yes that is sweet. there is also a new oil metering system in he 08 or 09 i believe that has an electric version of the oil pump ... personally when my motor goes I am atleast gettign that engine as a replacement. the 04 has all the bugs worked out if you get all teh tsps and other service things done. the M flash i think it was is the current one.
For a car with no big changes ... Id say save the money and get an 04 or an 09 in the fall.
For a car with no big changes ... Id say save the money and get an 04 or an 09 in the fall.
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you still have to turn the ignition yourself. You just don't need to insert a key to do it.
There's a plastic dummy **** in the ignition to allow for you to turn it.
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the responses we have so far in this thread is a perfect example why we need such thread; all the answers are bits and pieces and doesn't really help a prospective buyer.
hmm maybe I'll go dig up your old threads and put them into a single thread in the FAQ section...
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Now my question is, and this may be more relevant, what year did they actually put a 6 cd changer in. I have the '04 GT, but it is only a single cd
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The sticky should also note the differences between the U.S. and Canadian models (especially since they often get traded across the border), such as no TPMS on Canadian models, but we get headlight washers.