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jasonrxeight 01-03-2011 04:04 AM

RX-8 vs G37 vs Genesis Coupe
 
a 3 part review
I think its a really good review and about their opinions about the rx8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxC4ON_D0fI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGbmPY_V4QY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmJGzwREwDk

skhmund 01-03-2011 04:16 AM

RANDOM! I was just watching these last night during work and thought not to post because I assumed someone had already posted.

But yeah, decent reviews.

Twiztog43 01-03-2011 05:08 AM

im pretty sure thats Lebren's RX8 featured on there!

https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-multimedia-photo-gallery-6/lebrens-rx-8-featured-everydaydriver-com-2-2-comparison-205513/

selmeralto 01-03-2011 05:46 AM

I'd be interested in hearing others' views of the comparison between the 8 and G37 Coupe.

altspace 01-03-2011 06:29 AM

This again. Oye, many months old. Again...the RX-8 is not a 2+2!

Drumm09 01-03-2011 03:59 PM

I've seen this review before, and I just can't get tired of seeing it again. Both reviewers nail down the strengths and weaknesses of the RX-8 (no mention of low MPG though) and give it plenty of praise.

One also has to remember that the G37 and Hundai are brand new cars while the RX-8 structure has been unchanged since 2003, and who knows, maybe before that.

I like how the one reviewer says “If you are looking for a cutesie sports car, look somewhere else”...:) On a different subject, what’s the Mazda hate? The one guy says he hates MAzdas? Oh well, at least there is ONE mazda he clearly likes

Roidz 01-03-2011 06:55 PM

The reviewers opinions seemed to differ a lot on the rx8, but they both seemed to like it and were pleasantly surprised with how much they liked it.

Rotary-RX8 01-03-2011 10:09 PM

This just made me love my 8 all over again loll :)

willnordacgreen1211 01-03-2011 11:13 PM

word they used a NG 8.

Lebren 01-04-2011 01:58 PM

Guys, filming that day was so much fun! I just want to thank the guys at Everyday Driver for letting me be a part of it! Updated wheels since then, pics on the way!

2tone 01-04-2011 02:28 PM

nice!!

lebren - your car is clearly lowered no? what other mods? just curious b/c that definitely makes it "better" than oem.

edit: just noticed at 1:20 they say it's lowered...ignore me!

Colorcode 01-04-2011 03:35 PM

what do they mean by a 2+2?

Roidz 01-04-2011 06:52 PM


Originally Posted by Lebren (Post 3837267)
Updated wheels since then, pics on the way!

Lookin forward to em.

Roidz 01-04-2011 06:54 PM


Originally Posted by Colorcode (Post 3837413)
what do they mean by a 2+2?

2+2 is a phrase used to describe the configuration of a car with seating for two passengers in the front, smaller seats for occasional passengers (or children) in the rear.

delhi 01-05-2011 02:01 AM

RX-8: Why didn't they test the updated version? I know the change from mkI --> mkII is not that significant, but still...

Genesis Coupe: What a surprise this little (ok not that little) car is. I really dig it. A great G37 coupe alternative.

G37S: This car has lost its luster for me. When the G35 coupe first came out, it was a sensational. Great looking. Sounds wonderful. This new one just felt like a wallflower. Plays 2nd fiddle to the 335i.

Bottom line: Both the Hyundai and Infiniti are sedan based with a honking engine tossed onto it. The handling shows. It wallows around. Not the RX-8 which is a ground up design to be a sports car. Alas, to me RX-8 is the only car of the trio that is competing healthily in Solo II. I can't quite imagine the other two will fair as well.

selmeralto 01-05-2011 02:06 AM


Originally Posted by delhi (Post 3837967)
RX-8: Why didn't they test the updated version? I know the change from mkI --> mkII is not that significant, but still...

Genesis Coupe: What a surprise this little (ok not that little) car is. I really dig it. A great G37 coupe alternative.

G37S: This car has lost its luster for me. When the G35 coupe first came out, it was a sensational. Great looking. Sounds wonderful. This new one just felt like a wallflower. Plays 2nd fiddle to the 335i.

Bottom line: Both the Hyundai and Infiniti are sedan based with a honking engine tossed onto it. The handling shows. It wallows around. Not the RX-8 which is a ground up design to be a sports car. Alas, to me RX-8 is the only car of the trio that is competing healthily in Solo II. I can't quite imagine the other two will fair as well.

Thanks, Delhi.

Rotary-RX8 01-05-2011 12:04 PM

lebren what are you lowered on ?? Pefect height IMO.

altspace 01-05-2011 06:32 PM


Originally Posted by Roidz24 (Post 3837630)
2+2 is a phrase used to describe the configuration of a car with seating for two passengers in the front, smaller seats for occasional passengers (or children) in the rear.

...and 99% of the time is a 2 door vehicle.

ccd 01-05-2011 08:38 PM

Did anyone else notice the hypocrisy of one of the reviewers??? He said the RX-8 is the hardcore sports car, made fun of his buddy who chose the G for picking a soft grand touring car and then turned around and picked the other GT as his favorite!!! Bottom line: there were two GT in the group and one real sports car. If you want a sports car, the choice was clear. If you wanted a GT, the only real question was whether you thought the G was worth the extra coin.

Texas RX8 R3 01-06-2011 01:58 AM

Thank you for sharing, Jason.

My cousin has a '09 G37s, and I have never liked that car. Although it has a very good amount of power and pull, it feels too bulky and heavy. It's absolutely nothing like how a sports car should be. When I first sat in his car, it was focused way too much on comfort and luxury. I have to admit though, the G37 is very sexy & sleek looking, and sounds amazing with an aftermaket exhaust (my cousin had a Greddy Ti-C installed). At the end, it's more of a grand touring performance coupe, yet still short of matching the connected driving feel of its primary target: The 335i.

I can't say too much about the Genesis Coupe, since I didn't take the opportunity to take it for a test drive. I'm sorry but I immediately lost my motivation of trying this car out further right after the salesman let me check out the interior. The steering wheel felt like plastic, and the finish and touch of the interior materials just weren't up to my standards. Other than that, the Genesis Coupe is one of the best looking cars on the road, and I don't doubt its performance.

Rotary-RX8 03-14-2011 09:59 PM

sorry for the bump but i was re watching this video. Does anyone know if lebren has spacers in this video ?? The wheels see to stick out a bit more than stock.

monchie 03-14-2011 10:43 PM

That RX8 looks sexy ;)

Rotary-RX8 03-14-2011 10:45 PM

^ that doesnt answer my question :(

monchie 03-14-2011 11:11 PM

^ You want my opinion about your question? :SHOCKED:

The Reverend 03-14-2011 11:14 PM

lol how about pming him lebren is a super nice guy


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