What would you trade your rx8 for?
08-08-2008, 01:19 AM
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Realistically? Nothing except another 8.
I would like an FD for tuning up and tracking, and a CX-7 for winter, but won't get rid of the 8 to get either one... and every other possible trade is either too heavy, too slow, too high insurance, too elevated (off the road), too ugly, too cramped, too uncomfortable, too cheap (interior), too ...
The 8 is JUST RIGHT.
The 8 has been my dream car for many years.
The 8 is still my dream car.
Every day.
The only other car i might have more fun driving is a Ferrari 360, but I will turn down an offer to own one.
I would like an FD for tuning up and tracking, and a CX-7 for winter, but won't get rid of the 8 to get either one... and every other possible trade is either too heavy, too slow, too high insurance, too elevated (off the road), too ugly, too cramped, too uncomfortable, too cheap (interior), too ...
The 8 is JUST RIGHT.
The 8 has been my dream car for many years.
The 8 is still my dream car.
Every day.
The only other car i might have more fun driving is a Ferrari 360, but I will turn down an offer to own one.
08-08-2008, 12:46 PM
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I would trade my 7 for an 8!
shameless plug:
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8s-sale-wanted-43/feeler-ft-1994-rx7-norca-151858/
shameless plug:
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8s-sale-wanted-43/feeler-ft-1994-rx7-norca-151858/
I just dig the practical/playful aspect of the 8.
I get a lot of smiles when folks unexpectedly see me, then 2 kids climbing out of the car.
08-09-2008, 01:36 PM
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dynamoho, are you able to fit infant carseats in the back of your RX-8, or is it too tight back there? I can see a booster seat fitting without much problem, but I'm worried about needing to fit a baby in the back some day. Maybe I'll just reserve the wife's CR-V for that purpose and leave the RX-8 to adults-only driving!
I test-drove one of these yesterday, and I started to really consider trading in my RX-8. It's also the only thing that's in the same price-range that I would consider trading for. Yes the RX-8 is a 4-seater, but it's not really a practical 4-seater. The MS3 has lots of passenger and hatch room but still drives, accelerates, and handles very well. In the end though I think there were too many "little things" that bugged me about the MS3 -- no digital speedo, exhaust note was a little loud/bassy, FWD torque steer, turbo kick, clutch felt "loose", high seating position...
It's good to be spoiled!!
I test-drove one of these yesterday, and I started to really consider trading in my RX-8. It's also the only thing that's in the same price-range that I would consider trading for. Yes the RX-8 is a 4-seater, but it's not really a practical 4-seater. The MS3 has lots of passenger and hatch room but still drives, accelerates, and handles very well. In the end though I think there were too many "little things" that bugged me about the MS3 -- no digital speedo, exhaust note was a little loud/bassy, FWD torque steer, turbo kick, clutch felt "loose", high seating position...
It's good to be spoiled!!
08-09-2008, 02:58 PM
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I test-drove one of these yesterday, and I started to really consider trading in my RX-8. It's also the only thing that's in the same price-range that I would consider trading for. Yes the RX-8 is a 4-seater, but it's not really a practical 4-seater. The MS3 has lots of passenger and hatch room but still drives, accelerates, and handles very well. In the end though I think there were too many "little things" that bugged me about the MS3 -- no digital speedo, exhaust note was a little loud/bassy, FWD torque steer, turbo kick, clutch felt "loose", high seating position...
08-14-2008, 01:34 AM
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I agree with superglue, I can't wait to test drive the new '09 wrx. Living in Canada and travelling to the mountains in the winter isn't even an option even with dynamite winter tires and sand bags in the trunk. All wheel drive and enough power and torque to overcome mechanical losses (to match/surpass rx8) looks great. Add to that a 50/50 wt distribution, centre locking diff, short throw tranny, updated spring/damper rates and a double-wishbone rear....2009 looks like it might be a good year...
08-14-2008, 06:58 AM
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Pry my rotary shaped shift **** from my cold, dead hands
But seriously I would consider a Alpina B3 Biturbo, a new Porsche 911 Carrera, or a 993 style turbo Porsche 911
08-14-2008, 07:01 AM
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Car seats fit
>>dynamoho, are you able to fit infant carseats in the back of your RX-8, or is it too tight back there? I can see a booster seat fitting without much problem, but I'm worried about needing to fit a baby in the back some day. Maybe I'll just reserve the wife's CR-V for that purpose and leave the RX-8 to adults-only driving!<<
But I crushed my hand under one of the munchkins while trying to click the seatbelt.
But I crushed my hand under one of the munchkins while trying to click the seatbelt.
08-14-2008, 11:27 PM
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I would have to agree with Scuba Steve... A Porsche would be the only car I would trade my RX-8 in for.
Also carseats fit in an 8, I had a 1, 3, and 5 yr old when I purchased mine and they all fit with seats and boosters (even the rear facing infant seat)
Also carseats fit in an 8, I had a 1, 3, and 5 yr old when I purchased mine and they all fit with seats and boosters (even the rear facing infant seat)
08-14-2008, 11:32 PM
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