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#14 of 93 ...natedogg899.... by omicron_inc Oct 09, 2003 (3:33 pm)
I looked at the 350Z too, and the Infiniti G35, but went with the RX-8 because of all the initial problems with the 350 and the G35. Do some research, and you'll see what I mean. The RX-8, by comparison, has been virtually trouble free... AND it's got a real back seat, is every bit as good looking as either of those cars (better, IMHO) and is better quality by FAR.   Also, tell your dad that while some previous versions of the RX-7 had problems, by and large they were good cars. We had 2 of them in the family for years, so I feel qualified to comment. Also, there are lots of them still on the road today with 200,000 plus miles on them.   The key is maintenance with a rotary engine - keep up on the oil, don't rag it "too" much, and it'll last as long as any piston engine. Let it get low on oil, and it may just totally crap out on you.   Also, the previous generation rotaries got a bad rap because they burned oil, got poor emissions ratings as a result, and and got poor fuel econony. Mazda has addressed all these issues with the new Renesis rotary engine. I think it will hold up well.   Really, you can't go wrong with any one of the 3, but the RX-8 was my choice. Hope it's your too!   Hope this helps... good luck.   - Omi
#15 of 93 problems? by natedogg899 Oct 09, 2003 (7:29 pm)
What r some problems for the 350z?
#16 of 93 by KarenS HOST Oct 10, 2003 (5:33 am)
The best place to ask about posssible problems for that vehichle would be in Nissan 350Z Owners: Problems & Solutions.
#17 of 93 by omicron_inc Oct 10, 2003 (3:07 pm)
...or the same forum for the Infiniti G35...
#18 of 93 Looking to purchase RX-8 by buchanan3 Dec 19, 2003 (6:47 am)
Currently in the negotiating process with a local dealer. I was introduced to the car back in August and fell in love. I am a sales rep, my territory is MD and continues down through Fla. I am on the road alot. I love to drive. I currently own a '93 Celica Convertible, which has been a great car, but after 10 years I think it is time to move on. With the amount of miles I will need to put on the RX-8, I am questioning the serviceability. Plus, as you can tell, I like to keep my cars for a while. Any advise?
#19 of 93 by luv4mazda Dec 26, 2003 (11:35 am)
Hi im a 19 year old female and i am looking to buy my 1st NEW car...i really love the rx8. now i drive a 98 dodge neon RT...anyone have any suggestions baout this car? Replies to this message: renesis_runner (Feb 08, 2005 9:37 am)
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#21 of 93 New Mazda Owner by razpewton Feb 12, 2004 (5:54 am)
Originally, I had planned on getting a 350Z and test drove it a few times. Close to finalizing the deal, I began researching the 350Z just as a precaution. I found most owners were having problems with the tires "cupping" and wearing out prematurely (under 14k miles). Additionally, even after the break-in period, reports were being posted about the stiff, laborious shifting in the manual transmissions.   I went to a Mazda dealership on a whim to test drive a Miata, discovered the RX8 and decided to test drive it. END OF STORY.   In my opinion, the RX8 handled far better than the 350Z, the transmission was much smoother, the road noise was much less, and the car felt MUCH classier. I thank my stars I happened by the Mazda dealership. I am much more satisfied with the RX8 than I would have been with the Z, I'm sure.   After rejecting one dealers attempt to extract $10K more than I was going to pay for the vehicle (I do my homework), I found the exact deal I wanted at a second dealership, but without the Bose and leather seats (and $10K less). The non-Bose stereo sounds great too!   About Me: Retired Navy, Jax Florida resident, two soon-to-be teenage daughters (who say the car is "tight"). Director of Operations for medium-sized corporation. Wife drives a Nissan Quest (another GREAT vehicle). My daughter says I'm having a mid-life crisis, but I don't recall ever growing up.
#22 of 93 razpewton by carliker Feb 12, 2004 (7:51 am)
Congratulations on your new purchase! Well, every auto magazine that I've come across (and those that other posters here have read) have come to the same conclusion that you did. The RX-8 is just a flat out better vehicle than the 350Z. Nothing feels better than getting the exact car you want at the exact price you demanded. What makes the RX-8 so great is that it really isn't a car with a direct demographic. You have teens that love it and you have seniors that love it. Have fun and don't take the curves too fast!
#23 of 93 razpewton as well by cheezeboy Feb 12, 2004 (5:05 pm)
what carliker said!...Welcome to the Rotary Rebellion! and I also agree that the stock stereo is quite nice!

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