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Mazda RX-8 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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#864 of 903 Re: MAZDA RX-8 MT GT1 [acg1] by mdw1000

Jun 02, 2006 (1:43 pm)

Replying to: acg1 (May 31, 2006 12:11 pm)
I'd say you probably saved 5 or 6 grand over a new one, so not too bad i guess. Got my 05 GT AT back in Feb for 24,200.

#865 of 903 Re: Great price near Sacramento [rx8wannab] by late8

Jun 16, 2006 (10:14 am)

Replying to: rx8wannab (Mar 31, 2006 4:32 pm)
Bought a '06 RX-8 6mt Black w/ Sport/Spoiler/Splash guards $28,214 OTD in Antioch CA.

#866 of 903 Recent So. Cal. buying experiences? by max_

Jun 30, 2006 (4:46 pm)

I've been looking for an RX-8 for some time now. Most dealers are quoting $200 to $300 over invoice for a 2006 MT (any trim) and will quickly go to invoice -- AFTER the current $1000 cash back and $500 financing incentive.
 
This seems to be more or less what people here seem to pay give or take over the years, but can anyone post recent buying experiences? I am in So. Cal.
 
Thanks

#867 of 903 Re: MAZDA RX-8 MT GT1 [acg1] by cruzdreamer

Jul 11, 2006 (8:14 am)

Replying to: acg1 (May 31, 2006 12:11 pm)
acg1...sounds like a good price to me....I am selling my silver RX8 GT automatic with black/red leather, rotary pkg, RX8 piano black b pillars and winter tires for $19,000 and I have 35,000 miles on it so I'd say you got a decent deal!

#868 of 903 Good deal? 05 RX-8 MT Base, $19K, 3800 miles by caranddriver

Jul 13, 2006 (9:15 am)

I am looking at a used 2005 RX-8 MT with 3800 miles and no options. Silver with black interior. Garaged. Bought 2/06 from dealer. The seller is asking $19K obo.
 
Is this a good deal?

#869 of 903 Buying a new RX8 by heeno

Jul 13, 2006 (1:32 pm)

As a owner of 93 RX7...love/hate I'm considering a new 2006 RX8, 6 speed. Anything I should know about t his car, any packages or options I should consider or stay away from. Thanks!

#870 of 903 Re: Buying a new RX8 [heeno] by pathstar1

Jul 13, 2006 (2:15 pm)

Replying to: heeno (Jul 13, 2006 1:32 pm)
Have you test driven one? As a fellow owner of a 93 RX-7 I think you may not be happy with the power delivery. It's like waiting for boost to come on in your RX-7. Test drive one before you get too serious. The RX-8 is fast, it's just sneaky how it gets there without slamming you into the seat. You'll love the transmission, you'll love the rev. band. You can choose between 3-4 gears at most speeds. You'll love the room inside - passengers - it can carry passengers! And lots of luggage! It handles at least as well as a well set up 3rd gen. too. If you are tall (upper body) stay away from the sunroof - you loose an inch of head room. Other than that, I haven't seen any "issues" with the different packages.
 
Be aware it comes with "summer" tires. If you plan to drive it in cold climates with ice and snow, you will need appropriate tires. You can get nice aluminum wheels and winter tires for about $300 per corner - we chose AR wheels and Nokian WR tires. They work great in rain,ice, and snow.
 
Those are the only things I know of to watch out for.

#871 of 903 Our RX-8 is "on the water" by mcusmc

Jul 15, 2006 (9:41 pm)

We ordered our Winning Blue GT w/Nav 2006 RX-8 AT on April 8, and it finally went into production the week of June 9. It should be at the dealers on August 8. We had been wanting to special order a 2006 since last August. One whole year, we certainly hope it will be worth it! Well, now we are going to get hit with the new 7% state sales tax that NJ just increased by 1%. That adds $320 or so to the price. I am not happy about this. We have never had to go thru so much trouble to buy anything. Anyone else waiting so long for a 2006 AT? I'll keep in touch.

#872 of 903 Re: Our RX-8 is "on the water" [mcusmc] by trispec

Jul 16, 2006 (5:35 am)

Replying to: mcusmc (Jul 15, 2006 9:41 pm)
Wow. Waiting that long to experience your RX-8 AT is amazing. To maximize the experience then, I recommend planning a whole series of weekend driving trips. The RX-8 AT is a fantastic highway cruising vehicle. Of course, Winning Blue is going to make an easy target for the HP. I've also found that running through rural highway systems at 60MPH or below in full AT is really nice and relaxing too. You Sun roof will be really nice on a tree lined country lane. And you can't get lost either, bonus.
 
You're gonna love your RX-AT.

#873 of 903 2005 RX-8 Gas Requirements by edinnpbfl

Jul 16, 2006 (6:26 pm)

I am about to buy a 2005 RX-8. I am deciding between two cars. I think I am getting a great price. One has 19,800 miles and lists for $19,999. The other has just 3,775 miles, but it was just traded and say that can probably give it to me for about $1,000 more. I have a big concern from what I have read about the car needing premium gasoline. Is this true? If so, it will definately give me 2nd thoughts about buying an RX-8. Thanks!

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