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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 04:17 AM
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Buying a new Rx8

i'm new to the forum LOL. i don't have a Rx8, but i really wants to buy a rx8, because i just sold my FD. And i know this is the only place i can get ideas. I wanna know how many models does the rx8 have, which one you recommand. What option should get and shouldn't. i love the T.Gray exterior. and the cloth seats. I need something to replace my Rx7. thanks! oh yea, moon roof or hardtop? DAMN so hard to decide!!!!!!!
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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 12:47 PM
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Re: Buying a new Rx8

Originally posted by rx8spiritR
I wanna know how many models does the rx8 have,
www.mazdausa.com/rx8
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Old Feb 26, 2004 | 04:40 AM
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i need some advise, something you guys perfer.......come on....
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Old Feb 26, 2004 | 02:52 PM
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I have and love the nav system
I also think the appearance package /spoiler and rotary accents are a good combo

HID lighting is worth the cost also
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Old Feb 26, 2004 | 03:51 PM
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I got the 1SP package (the Sport package) in the 6MT flavor.

The 6MT option gives you most of everything you need (Limited-slip diff, 238HP engine, 18" wheels) and the 1SP adds the HID/Xenon lights (which I really like), Fogs, and traction control (which I find to be relatively unobtrusive). No sunroof, so better headroom. No leather seats, but I prefer the cloth seats. Manual seat adjustment, which I also prefer.

In hindsight I would have picked a different color than Black which is very difficult to keep looking clean and shiny.

I wouldn't have minded getting the rear spoiler and some of the rotary accents/appearance packages.

I didn't get the nav, but that's because I have a handheld GPS which I use instead.

Most of the important options (IMO) come with the 6MT package.

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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 04:50 AM
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thanks for all everything !!!! the T.Gray exterior and black cloth seats are already firm. Because i've owned a R1 FD, so i know the need of the roof sometime, but i also know the weight will increase........so i'm still very confus, if it's a RX7, i'll definity say no to the roof, but this is a 8.........and i don't want the bose stereo, i don't think it's good at all, same thing with the RX7, the bose sucks. i'll rather put some aftermarket system in, cheaper and better. And the areo package, damn it rocks! i love the skirt, and i love the little rotary accent, but not the spoiler, can i take the spoiler out from the price? so, forget the roof for now, is there anything package ./ option that'll meet my need??? 6 MT for sure. thanks
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 04:56 AM
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HID..........ummmm , no, i can get a way brighter and cheaper HID from Taiwan or Hong Kong. My buddy's 350Z base have a HID kit from HK, and it only cost $200, and it look damn nice, i'll go blind if i look closer at night. plus it's a lot more different than the stock color.....looks very cool.
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 01:09 PM
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you show me a HID kit for 200
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Old Feb 28, 2004 | 11:59 AM
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Personally I think aftermarket HID kits that dont have proper focus/levelling and are too blue/purple look lame..

The HID's in the 8 (and most factory ones) are done 'right' which is difficult to do in an aftermarket kit - especially for $200, which generally just gets you some blue colored halogen bulbs.
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Old Feb 28, 2004 | 10:00 PM
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I agree. I'm not a fan of aftermarket HID kits either. Another added plus of factory HID's is the manufacturers warranty If a bulb or balast goes out, just take it back to the dealer.
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Old Mar 1, 2004 | 02:03 AM
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but my friends HID looks kinda purple and it's so bright....well, anyway, the next very important thing is the roof, you think i should get the roof or not. i am still stuck
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Old Mar 1, 2004 | 05:36 PM
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dont get the moonroof if you are tall
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Old Mar 1, 2004 | 05:54 PM
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Mike,

I'm 6'4" and the moonroof isn't an issue...of course it really depends on how you sit too :D
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