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Mazda RX-8 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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#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!

#874 of 903 Re: 2005 RX-8 Gas Requirements [edinnpbfl] by trispec

Jul 17, 2006 (3:11 am)

Replying to: edinnpbfl (Jul 16, 2006 6:26 pm)
The RX-8 will run 87 octane, it's just not recommended, because of the lower performance and because of the slightly higher risk of preignition. But if Premium gas concerns you enough to not buy the car, then you'll probably really dislike the gas millage no matter what type gas you run. If you're driving in lots of city traffic, you millage is going to be less than 14 MPG. Strictly highway is 23-25MPG.

#875 of 903 '05 Leftover by jmoney

Aug 28, 2006 (9:29 pm)

I just picked up my Velocity Red, 6 speed RX8 from Faulkner Mazda in Northeast Philadelphia Today. Orinigal msrp - $30,865. Includes Touring pkg, alarm sensor upgrade and spare tire kit.
 
Dealer had dropped it to $24,500. I paid $23,500. The car is truly new with 78 miles on it. I have to say that this is the best 23 grand I spent on anything. As a three time Porsche Boxster owner, the RX is more fun, better built, handles as good if not better and faster than the pre 01 boxsters. You gotta love a car that is at its best over 5,000 rpm's!
 
I guess my question is, did I get a decent deal? I know that I got what is in reality a two year old car with the 07's right around the corner, but the differences of the 05's versus the 06 six speeds is neglegeable.
 
If anyone is interested, they have one more '05, RX8 on the lot. Exasctly the same as mine with the exception being the Bose 6 disc, in dash cd changer as opposed to my single.

#876 of 903 jmoney ..... congrats and welcome to the cult!! by lhess

Aug 29, 2006 (7:50 am)

I too bought a leftover - just different years. 04 left on the lot and I got it in March 05. I got almost the exact deal as you. Car stickered somewhere around $30???, dealer priced it at $27???, minus rebates for financing with Mazda, and minus $2K in equity on my trade. Financed $21,???.
 
I felt great about my deal and still do. I still love this car after a year and a half. When I go car shopping, I put the worry of depreciation completely out of my head. Let's face it, the average daily driver that most of us can afford is NEVER an investment, they always depreciate and always will. I buy what I can comfortably afford and enjoy. I usually trade in the 3 - 4 year range and I feel I'll be OK on equity with this car at that point.
 
Enjoy your car!!

#877 of 903 Re: '05 Leftover [jmoney] by edinnpbfl

Aug 29, 2006 (8:14 am)

Replying to: jmoney (Aug 28, 2006 9:29 pm)
jmoney,
Yes, seems like you got a good deal. Before I decided against the RX-8 due to gas consumption and carbon buildup in the engine, I was looking at a 2005 Charcoal Grey RX-8 with 20,000 miles for $19,999. Right next to it was a red RX-8 with only 3700 miles on it. It was just traded in on a Vette, wasn't cleaned, and didn't even have a price yet. They were going to sell it to me for $20,999. I was so close to buying this car, but glad that I didn't since I got laid off from work right afterwards. Good luck and hope you enjoy it.

#878 of 903 Re: '05 Leftover [edinnpbfl] by jmoney

Sep 06, 2006 (8:39 pm)

Replying to: edinnpbfl (Aug 29, 2006 8:14 am)
Thanks for the feedback guys. It's always good to get additional feedback, especially if it re-affirms my original thoughts!
 
I've had the car for 10 days and I really love it. Hoping to take an autumn road trip to New England with my wife and the RX. That should definitely bring out the best in this car!

#879 of 903 Dealer in socal by surfboy2001

Sep 26, 2006 (3:57 pm)

From what I've read in this forum it sounds like it's possible to get an 06 for around invoice.. How are the 07's pricing at??
 
And can someone recommend a dealer in the socal area? What do people think of Galpin Mazda in Van Nuys??

#880 of 903 Sac and San Fran area by raines887

Oct 10, 2006 (11:00 am)

Anyone have any suggestions on where to buy a new 06 or 07 RX-8. I live in fairfield ca, right in between San Fran and Sac so either location would be ok to buy from.

#881 of 903 Re: Dealer in socal [surfboy2001] by ukjim

Oct 10, 2006 (11:24 am)

Replying to: surfboy2001 (Sep 26, 2006 3:57 pm)
I had my car serviced at Long Beach Mazda on Cherry Ave and they seemed pretty knowledgeable and customer orientated but I bought on the East Coast last year so cant speak to their sales practices.

#882 of 903 Re: Dealer in socal [ukjim] by stylinlp

Oct 11, 2006 (4:32 pm)

Replying to: ukjim (Oct 10, 2006 11:24 am)
Now that its the middle of October I see there is many 2006 RX-8's on the car lots here in Phoenix AZ not being sold. The dealers look very desperate. My impression is that they will take any offer.
 
Any advice on how much a deal to expect at this time? Which dates would be the best to buy in the next 3 months. I read the buying new car article on Edmonds on how to get quotes thru the fleet sales dept at the dealers competing with each other. I definatly will be using that tactic along with getting my own financing pre approved from a lendor. Any idea's on the stock Sports RX-8 and the full loaded model? Wife demands an AT>
 
Any advice is greatly appreciated!

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