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Old Oct 18, 2006 | 07:41 AM
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$22,000 for the base rotary equiped, harder suspension setting, larger brakes, etc.
Old Oct 18, 2006 | 01:09 PM
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^^I would hit that in a second.

Mazda should just do a club spec version of the RX8. That would definately be cool. I think it would go pretty well too.
Old Oct 18, 2006 | 02:15 PM
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^^I would hit that in a second.

Mazda should just do a club spec version of the RX8. That would definately be cool. I think it would go pretty well too.
well, most of mazda's decicions just dont make sence!
Old Oct 18, 2006 | 03:36 PM
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well, most of mazda's decicions just dont make sence!
"Mazda is proud to announce its new and most innovative performance package for the RX8 called "Club Spec". This is aimed at the weekend warriors who aim to get the most out of their car. The listed changes below are what differentiates the Club Spec RX8 from the other models:

2008 RX8 Club Spec
-Radical Orange Paint
-Alcantra "race" seats
-Rear Window Zoom Zoom Decal
Old Oct 18, 2006 | 03:38 PM
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Lmao!!!!!!!

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Old Oct 19, 2006 | 07:43 AM
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Im almost sure that mazda is going to anounce the mazdaspeed rx-8 and the kabura go ahead at the SS9 banquet.

so for those of us that are not going you better have those cameras rolling!!!!!!!!!!
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 06:36 AM
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Kabura with a 3 rotor NA rotary engine - where can I leave a deposit to order one?
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 07:37 AM
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A 2 Rotor Renesis NA is all you need in a 2500lb Kabura.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 07:41 AM
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YES, 2 rotor Kabura 3 rotor RX-8
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 10:29 AM
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A 2 Rotor Renesis NA is all you need in a 2500lb Kabura.

Because of the weight difference you know it would be tuned down from the 8's factory power levels. most likely. if it happend. if the car goes into production.

BTW if its produced i will be a preorder candidate also.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 10:52 AM
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You''ll be more likely to see the 4port version in the Kabura.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 10:54 AM
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Because of the weight difference you know it would be tuned down from the 8's factory power levels. most likely. if it happend. if the car goes into production.

BTW if its produced i will be a preorder candidate also.

The automatice version of the Renesis would be plenty for the lightweight Kubura. If produced I will pre order as well no mater the engine.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 11:09 AM
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You''ll be more likely to see the 4port version in the Kabura.
Pretty sure Mazda has fazed out the 4 port version all together. I guess they could resurrect it, though.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 11:11 AM
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The automatice version of the Renesis would be plenty for the lightweight Kubura. If produced I will pre order as well no mater the engine.

Getting the 4 port would **** me off. Maybe just because i dont know the tuning potential of it but there is still more potential for the 6 port even given a very mild tune from the factory.

The 2.0 from the miata would not upset me one bit. That motor has been out for a long time and there are a lot of people/tuners that know how to do a lot of things with that motor.

Starting with the lightwieght car is a good start and the goal is between a 7-8:1 weight/power ratio on pump gas for me if the car comes out.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 11:56 AM
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I am pretty sure they abandoned the 4-ports too, they introduced the 6-ports 6-speed automatic in Japan a while ago right?... The 4-ports would make a great FI engine tho. But haha the redline is a little low to truely enjoy the rotary!

I want to see 200hp in the Kabura with 2600lbs from the factory, that'd be enough for me. With a aftermarket tune I hope it can reach 250hp.
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 12:13 PM
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I want to see 200hp in the Kabura with 2600lbs from the factory, that'd be enough for me. With a aftermarket tune I hope it can reach 250hp.

This is what I am hoping for as well.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 12:18 PM
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the 4port is still available with a 5speed in other markets. I expect 190bhp from the entry level kabura based coupe at start. followed later by a 200plus hp version
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 12:25 PM
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Sounds good, zoom44~
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 12:27 PM
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Hmmmm... Is the 2.0L capable of pushing 190hp? are you hinting it'd have a rotary? =D
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 12:37 PM
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hmm- no but the 2.3 with DI could i think. just my thoughts mind you
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 01:23 PM
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mazda should make 4 engine options for this car: 2.0, 2.3 DI and renesis, and for the ultimate sports car a FI renesis for the kabura mazdaspeed, the same engine in the mazdaspeed rx-8

280 HP 2600 LBS

I know im dreaming

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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 01:32 PM
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I would like to retract my previous statement about the 4port. I have been learned a little bit about the 4ports since then.

I still see it as fairly unlikely that it would get a 4 port if it gets a rotary.

Anything I should know contradictory to this zoom?
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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Hmmmm... Is the 2.0L capable of pushing 190hp? are you hinting it'd have a rotary? =D
I think when Mazda debut the Kabura it had a modified 2.0 MZR engine with 190hp engine output.
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 04:36 PM
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Talks about future MAzda models really heated up on the forum lately haha, I wonder if its related to SS9.
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 05:21 PM
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Yep, along with SEMA, and upcoming auto shows.

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