sold my o4-just picked up my 05-8
10-01-2004, 10:37 AM
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sold my o4-just picked up my 05-8
Just drove home my new (White) 05- I had put some serious miles on my 04/8 (36K)-it was running great, (Greddy/KN intake), but had a good offer. Went from blue to white- Can not say all that much at this point- appears to be a little stronger- in the low end (not so noisy) yet-Keep you posted 
10-01-2004, 11:35 AM
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How is it stronger and have more low end if the specs are identical to the 04 ???
The only noticeable difference is the Key.
IMO ... the blue looks more sharp then the white. To each there own. Enjoy!
The only noticeable difference is the Key.
IMO ... the blue looks more sharp then the white. To each there own. Enjoy!
10-01-2004, 01:43 PM
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i bet its just newer and feels tighter.. but congrats.. Just curious what ver Frimware does the DVD and HU have... I would hope its all the latest... Ohh i heard there was a change to the Oil dipstick to .. Longer or somthing..? is that true ?
Thanks again..
Thanks again..
10-01-2004, 01:48 PM
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There's always stronger engines coming out the factory. I'm pretty sure there's 190rwhp rx-8 out of the factory and I'm also pretty sure that you'll find some with 179rwhp...
10-01-2004, 02:04 PM
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I would have stayed with the 04 but that certainly was some serious miles on an 04. Cars are like computers and TVs. Seems every year and sometimes every month someone comes out with an upgraded or newer model. I am happy with my 04 although its new and only a week old. Waiting for a dry day in Colorado to take it out for a spin. Don't like the fact the car has carpet in the rear wheel wells but I still like the car and its looks as well as the way it drives.
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Not real sure about why it is quicker- both where 6 spds, seems 2nd gear has more grunt and wants to be held a little longer, my sales person said there was computer mods,in addition to upgrade Nav , minor suspesion tuneing, Green (environmentally friendly -no sodium azide based -airbag inflators, footwell lights, slightly different brake pads composite (low dusting) new hinge set-up rear windows,all small, but it adds up.
10-01-2004, 04:29 PM
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It's identical in specs on the Mazda USA website... except the color. Maybe the white paint makes it faster? :P They prolly gave Frank about 20k-22k trade towards a new one.
10-01-2004, 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Pete
How is it stronger and have more low end if the specs are identical to the 04 ???
The only noticeable difference is the Key.
IMO ... the blue looks more sharp then the white. To each there own. Enjoy!
The only noticeable difference is the Key.
IMO ... the blue looks more sharp then the white. To each there own. Enjoy!
--Dave.
10-02-2004, 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Frank Patrick
Just drove home my new (White) 05- I had put some serious miles on my 04/8 (36K)-it was running great, (Greddy/KN intake), but had a good offer. Went from blue to white- Can not say all that much at this point- appears to be a little stronger- in the low end (not so noisy) yet-Keep you posted
BTW, congrats on the trade. :D
10-02-2004, 09:27 AM
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Spoiler for '05 White RX8
I ordered a spoiler for my white car and Mazda told me they haven't made them yet. They have had my money for ~ 2 weeks and just told me this story. Anybody out there seen a '05 RX8 white spoiler? The dealer said they would send me a check or wait a few months and they'll get me one.
10-02-2004, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Brian1f
who cares how he bought, "or he must be rich" as if its bad to do well in america anymore? Let him enjoy it, Its his debt or his fortune either way he got what he wanted.
10-02-2004, 11:47 AM
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I am not sure the difference in power is related to 04 and 05 models necessarily. We all have different hp vehicles. Some rx8s are simply faster then others, so likely the difference does exist, but more so because his 04 rx8 just wasn't producing what it should.