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Old 01-28-2006 | 02:37 PM
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I am curious, however, of which 30k msrp cars recieved a higher score than the rx8? This is besides hybrids, obviously, due to their tech under the hood. Yeah, I'm sure people realize what cnet is yet no matter the source, they hate a bad review. Likewise, if toys 'r us did a good review, rx8 owners would haven nothing but praise. My bluetooth comment was merely because I feel that technology is a bit unimportant as far as car/cellpone communication...
Old 01-28-2006 | 11:30 PM
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Did he call it a "2+2"??? I don't care how much they're focused on gadgets, that's just freaking lame.

You want tech? Take the engine control section out of the shop manual and put THAT between your cheek and gum...
Old 01-29-2006 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Spin9k
He loved the car (opps but forgot to drive it?) yet had blu-tooth cellphone withdrawal? Best advice: keep him parked and yapping to his techie friends (6 rating w/no explaination - yea right)
Missing bluetooth is not a minor thing, considering that using handheld phone while driving is prohibited in some places. For those who spend significant amount of time on the road hands-free system is a must. Installing it was my first mod I did to the car. But I would very much like to have a dealer installed bluetooth option, considering how well it can be integrated with steering weel controls and display panel.
Old 01-29-2006 | 12:08 PM
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OK...I think we all know that Cnet is into technology, but it just seems foolish to me to review a car based on it's tech goodness, but then again I guess alot of people out there buy cars based mainly on how much tech it has...(sarcasm alert....sarcasm alert)

But, I guess the super nerds will base their next car on what Cnet tells them (regarding their techNESS).

Car people tend to review, observe, test, and judge cars based on car related topics/subjects so that's why so many of us think this was a waste of their time.

But…I get your point guys, no biggy…
Old 01-31-2006 | 05:00 PM
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You're buying a sports car. Who gives a sh*& about MPG
Old 01-31-2006 | 05:06 PM
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It's a pretty cheap sports car, and most every other one in the same price range gets better mileage. Being a sports car isn't an excuse for inefficiency.

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Old 01-31-2006 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by BlueEyes
It's a pretty cheap sports car, and most every other one in the same price range gets better mileage. Being a sports car isn't an excuse for inefficiency.
I'm assuming when you say "EVERY other ONE" you mean every other 'Sports Car"? Yes?

So Evo, STI, etc, ALL get better mileage?.... I don't think so. The mileage of the 8 is hotly debated, but I'd wager 17-18mpg on average is what most 'cheap' sports cars provide their owners.

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Old 01-31-2006 | 07:01 PM
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I said most every other, not every other. And yes, EVO, STi, WRX, miata, solstice, SRT-4, S2K, 350Z all have better fuel economy. On a side note, the 350z has a pretty huge fuel tank.
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Old 02-01-2006 | 04:08 PM
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Am I missing something, that was not a bad review. Look who is doing the review, I'm suprise they even do cars. What he said is true in some points but points that do not really matter, but do for what their field of reviewing is based around.

Bluetooth? Not many cars offer it today, but it is something that can most certianly be marketable in any companies higher car models.

Geez people chill a little, good review is a good review. Everything said was true.
Old 02-07-2006 | 11:45 PM
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wait a minute, i cant even check my email or refinance my home over the phone while im driving on the freeway???? why dont i just cut a hole in the floor and stop the car with my feet!
 
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