I finally got my 8 last Saturday and have been completely enjoying my first week....too bad that whole work thing gets in the way of my driving. I had the auto armour put on yesterday. FYI: I got it at John Hine Mazda in San Diego....they were great and willing to deal (with time and persistence) which is much more than I can say for any other dealers in the area. It is a 2004 Titanium 6 speed with Touring Package, Appearance Package, Rotary Accent Package, and 6 disc changer. With haggling and rebate, I got it for $26500. I love the way it drives!!! This is the second 8 in the family ....My father has an 04 Silver AT with the same packages......I guess good taste runs in the family.

 

Congrats, nice color choice! He should be jealous when you show him how much fun it is in the 6mt.

 

Good price, Gonna keep it stock

 

Yeah....plan to keep it stock. I will probably do strakes, clear corners, and window tint. I haven't looked around yet(and I am sure there is a thread)....but does anyone have any information/thoughts on the clear bra?

 

If you see another titanium around Mission Valley or East County, wave

 

Will do...Yesterday, coming home from the dealer, I saw a Yellow one and a Red one on the 15. I work in RB and I see a Blue one in the parking structure every now and then. I haven't spotted you yet...but I am sure we will cross paths....

 

Welcome to the club!
I've had my Silver GT M6 for 3 weeks and I'm loving it!
I can't tell you how many of my step-daughter's friends ask me when I'm going to put a turbo on it or other silly stuff. I'm VERY happy with it stock!

I am going to go with clear corners and I will tint the windows. (I've tinted several of my previous cars windows since my 95 Civic VX once I learned the difference it makes on having to run the A/C. Well, I have it professionally done, and I'd recommend it to you as well)
You got an excellent deal on your ride!

:D

 

We're leading parallel lives. Also picked up my RX-8 last Saturday and had a 3M front end treatment by Stongard put on yesterday. Here in the Northwest it's very beneficial in eliminating rock chips and other front end paint damage. Includes pieces for the mirrors, fog lights, headlights, and door edges. I've had it done on my Saab 9-5 and have been very satisfied. Virtually invisible on light color cars, such as silver and titanium, it is barely discernible on the dark colors such as my nordic green.

 

Like that picture of you hugging your -8.

Very cool car. Enjoy it.

 

Congrats, enjoy. Be prepared to have a sore face for the next few months :D constantly smiling after about 6 months hurts!!!

- Irish

 

Yeah...I am definitely smiling.....Though I am babying the engine since its new....I can still enjoy the amazing handling.....and scare my wife at the same time

 

If we are leading parallel lives...then we are both having a good time :D . How much did the 3M treatment set you back? What does it cover? How long did it take to get installed? Just wondering....I am in the process of trying to find an installer near me....

 

...I guess I should read the entire post before I reply ..You already told me what it covers....

 

Congrats, welcome, and that's one sweet looking '8... love the tit-grey!

 

Welcome aboard!