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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 03:21 PM
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Aftermarket Sunroof possible?

I was doing a bit of research and reading up on aftermarket sunroofs. I found a beautiful RX8 that i would love to buy but doesnt have a sunroof.

I was curious whether there are any good aftermarket sunroof installers in the Toronto, Ontario area?

Or is this even possible/recommended?
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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 03:47 PM
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Based on what I've read here, it's not a good idea. As I recall, some feel it's a difficult job because of the 8's unusual body design with no 'B' pillar, making the roof especially tricky to modify. I think that's why the Mazda sunroof is so small.

I wouldn't risk it.
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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 05:52 PM
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dont do it, too much work. just get this.
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fa...but-not-breeze
looks just as cool from the outside!
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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 06:51 PM
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very bad idea to get an aftermarket sunroof...you will lose the cars rigidity and it will not be safe to drive
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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 11:23 PM
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imo, the sunroof doesnt really do anything and isnt worth the lower headroom.

but my previous car was a convertible. so i may be biased.
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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 12:13 AM
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The sunroof is a pretty big thing for me. Im used to having one, and the summer times would be awesome to have it. Eee im sitting on the fence on this one, the car is a beauty but the sunroof is such a huge thing for me....
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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 01:26 AM
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You might want to check out a thread I made a few months back.. There's some guy who actually has an aftermarket sunroof and everything went well. I'm still having doubts though.
Check it out --> https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discussion-3/custom-sunroof-113492/
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