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2007 GT PRHT by destry
Oct 09, 2008 (12:44 pm)
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It's a 2007 GT PRHT in Brilliant Black Clearcoat...LOVE IT!
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Re: Gas Mileage [ateixeira] by tgeen
Oct 09, 2008 (4:26 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Oct 09, 2008 9:04 am)

I bought a used 2006 GT last week and it's been a blast so far. I haven't driven the earlier models so I can't compare, but I have the stock (non-sport) suspension and it's been a total, absolute hoot. The gearing is very short on the 6 speed, so it is well-suited to scooting around in urban traffic. In real world city driving, I found it to be a match for the S2000, Z4, and 350Z for all practical purposes. Above 60 mph and the Mazda starts to show the limits of power and ultra short gearing, but it gives up little or nothing in handling, and overall fun.
 
I can't say enough good things about this car. I chose it over more powerful alternatives because it just plain felt better. Statistics don't do these cars justice.
 
It makes a decent commuter too, and I got 29.5 mpg on my last tank, in mostly city driving. I was not trying to drive efficiently or anything.
 
A friend of mine had a PRHT for a while, and it's an excellent piece of work if you really want it and you can afford it. For me personally, I really like the simple ragtop. It's a snap to use and it makes me feel like I'm getting in touch with my roadster roots.
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Re: 2007 GT PRHT [destry] by ateixeira
Oct 10, 2008 (10:19 am)
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Replying to: destry (Oct 09, 2008 12:44 pm)

They started making those in 2007? I thought it was 2008.
 
You sure? Your PRHT is a 2007 model?
 
That opens up some options for me...
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Re: Gas Mileage [tgeen] by ateixeira
Oct 10, 2008 (10:22 am)
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Replying to: tgeen (Oct 09, 2008 4:26 pm)

Yeah, I test drove a 6 speed. The 2.0l has a lot more torque than my 1.6l, a ton more.
 
Do you find the ratios are unnecessarily too close? I was shifting constantly. Even though shift feel is fantastic.
 
I don't remember feeling that way about a 5 speed I drove a couple of years ago, probably an 06 model.
 
I don't mind the soft top, but my wife loves the idea of a hard roof.
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Re: 2007 GT PRHT [ateixeira] by destry
Oct 10, 2008 (11:43 am)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Oct 10, 2008 10:19 am)

What do you mean am I sure..LOL...I am driving a 2007 PRHT. Research it and see for yourself. Good-luck with your choice!
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Re: 2007 GT PRHT [destry] by ateixeira
Oct 11, 2008 (5:26 am)
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Replying to: destry (Oct 10, 2008 11:43 am)

Yeah...of course you know what car you own!
 
I guess I was just very surprised.
 
I can search for used 07s, so it's good news for me.
 
I found the perfect car - a used 08 PRHT in that gunmetal color with a tan leather interior - gorgeous. BUT it was $28 grand. That's same-as-new pricing.
 
A while ago fitzmall has a basic PRHT for around $23k, so that's my target price, sort of, for a new one. Used may cost the same but at least it would be more loaded up.
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Re: 2007 GT PRHT [ateixeira] by destry
Oct 11, 2008 (5:41 am)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Oct 11, 2008 5:26 am)

You can get a new PRHT (Sport Model) for like $25K. Mine was $29K since it's the Grand Touring PRHT. Good-luck with your search!
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Re: 2007 GT PRHT [destry] by ateixeira
Oct 11, 2008 (5:43 am)
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Replying to: destry (Oct 11, 2008 5:41 am)

Thanks.
 
If anyone finds a bargain somewhere, please let me know.

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