My first RX-8
08-19-2008, 12:36 AM
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My first RX-8
Well here is my new 8.
Its a 2004 GT with 34000 miles. I got it from Oak Lawn Mazda in IL.
i traded my s2000 in for this marvel.
Its been about a week of ownership now, and i love it.
Here is the old S
and my old turbo ep3 before that
Its a 2004 GT with 34000 miles. I got it from Oak Lawn Mazda in IL.
i traded my s2000 in for this marvel.
Its been about a week of ownership now, and i love it.
Here is the old S
and my old turbo ep3 before that
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08-19-2008, 12:44 AM
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In my opinion, the s2000 had a much higher "fun" factor. Top down ripping the engine to just over 9k was exhilarating. and the s did feel a bit nimbler then the 8, but it was smaller and lighter.
But on every other level, i love the 8. its MUCH more comfortable, much more livable, it sounds amazing, its smooth and doesnt sound like your putting someones hand in a blender at high revs, and quite a looker.
i have yet to get fully comfortable/used to the car, but its has only been a week, so im sure it will just get better.
the one problem i have to overcome is not feeling bad about beating on it. I could beat the living **** out of the S, and never feel guilty as if i did harm, it just soaked it up and begged for more. Im still in the "new" car stage where I only allow myself to give it some stick once in a while. and i know rotaries pretty well from a pen and paper stand point( i have done reports and speeches on them) but never from a first hand perspective, so the years and years of non-believes shunning the engine has effected me at least a little.
But on every other level, i love the 8. its MUCH more comfortable, much more livable, it sounds amazing, its smooth and doesnt sound like your putting someones hand in a blender at high revs, and quite a looker.
i have yet to get fully comfortable/used to the car, but its has only been a week, so im sure it will just get better.
the one problem i have to overcome is not feeling bad about beating on it. I could beat the living **** out of the S, and never feel guilty as if i did harm, it just soaked it up and begged for more. Im still in the "new" car stage where I only allow myself to give it some stick once in a while. and i know rotaries pretty well from a pen and paper stand point( i have done reports and speeches on them) but never from a first hand perspective, so the years and years of non-believes shunning the engine has effected me at least a little.
08-19-2008, 04:59 AM
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Don't feel bad about opening that baby up. Ya know what they say,"A redline a day keeps the mechanic away." heheheh. But yeah, you can let loose with the renny. It demands it!
08-19-2008, 08:28 PM
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It is going to stay stock for the better part of this next year while im away at school. I do want to get an exhaust, because the noise is intoxicating.
and i can find a few pictures of my old s and post them
and i can find a few pictures of my old s and post them
08-19-2008, 09:01 PM
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dont hate...just rotate!!
sometimes i miss my old s2k..same color as well
man...looks like you had an ap1 as well...
but then i think.. im getting the same thrill from this car with more room..
mazda IMO has done a great job with this car
i dont think anyone else couldve done wat they have..
have fun and congrats
man...looks like you had an ap1 as well...
but then i think.. im getting the same thrill from this car with more room..
mazda IMO has done a great job with this car
i dont think anyone else couldve done wat they have..
have fun and congrats
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