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Replying to: jclemmer (Apr 08, 2007 1:11 pm) Changed the brakes- Warranty few flashes - Warranty other than that its been a pleasure. few rattles (nothing to bad ) here and there. make sure its been updated on the flashes and brakes and your good to go. |
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Replying to: bryan102 (Apr 09, 2007 12:32 pm) Do you use any special additives? What brand of gas? Thanks.
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Replying to: trispec (Apr 12, 2007 2:02 am)
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Replying to: bryan102 (Apr 13, 2007 5:11 pm)
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Replying to: trispec (Apr 15, 2007 3:14 am) Having recently claimed that my RX8 has given me no trouble, I discovered the other day that the headlight leveling warning light suddenly came on and stayed on. The service manager at the local Mazda dealer reckons it is a sensor problem and they are replacing two of those today under warranty. We shall see. |
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Replying to: jclemmer (Apr 08, 2007 1:11 pm) Not sure if you bought the car yet, but I just traded my 04 RX8 w/touring package and mileage of about 10,000. Dealership gave me $17k which I know is low but I was relieved to trade it for an 06 RX8 just because of the mechanical problems...the warranty helps of course cause you don't have to pay. Luckily my dealership is great and when the battery wouldn't recharge they still covered it, though I was suppose to pay 50%. I think they felt bad that I was in there every other month between the recalls (had to leave it there for 2 wks & problems). The check engine light is annoying as it comes on it you don't tighten the gas cap. I think I just never bonded with it because it traumatized me 2 months (after buying it new) when it wouldn't start and had to be towed...I was having trust issues  Good thing I still have my RX7. Whenever RX you get though, definitely get snow or all season tires for the winter! I had to leave her in the garage for 6 wks before I was brave enough to take her out again. Even a 1/4 inch of snow won't allow her to get out of the neighborhood. It is FUN to drive on summer days.....
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My sister has had an 8 since 2004, never any problems. never had to bring it in for anything. Anyone in the Boston area: Ive had service done at Mazda Gallery in Norwood, they do a wicked good job, so Im not worried about buyin the speed3 or RX-8. I know the RX-8 will be tip top, and if I have any problems, I know I can take it to a good place.
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Replying to: mike245 (May 22, 2007 8:45 am) |
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Replying to: jclemmer (Apr 08, 2007 1:11 pm) No troubles with engine...oil light warning came on a few times....had all the recalls and flashes done....MPG aint wallet friendly these days. I've had the water condensation on the oil dip stick in the winter problem since I got it, but haven't really worried about that. Never had any problems with cranking or stalling or plug fouling. Non engine woes: silver finish on shifter flaking off, temp knob broke off once (recall item), plastic battery box cracked. I had the 30K mile tune up....they replaced a wheel bearing and the battery. Good Luck
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Replying to: flatpick (Jun 05, 2007 1:28 pm) I honestly think this is an amazing value and very under appreciated motor car. It's handling is nothing short of amazing, the rotary engine is very quick as long as you keep the revs high, which is easy to do since the engine is so incredibly smooth, and the car's ride quality is spectacular for a sports car, especially given the amazing handling. Driven easily, this car is a freakin' Lexus. Driven quickly and tossed into corners, it's damn near a 911 (with perfect 50/50 weight distribution to boot). And the fuel economy is not exactly horrid for a sports car, either, contrary to so much discussion. 21mpg, which is about what we average, is not too shabby, with the 6 speed manual. The only thing you need to do is check the oil level once or twice a month, depending on how hard you drive it. That is not a big deal. The motor has oil metering pumps that are programmed to inject oil into the rotary chamber to keep the apex seal appropriately lubricated. I will say this: If you buy an RX-8, just buy the manual. The automatic has a weaker motor, and you just can't hit the 9,500 redline as you can with the manual. How many cars will you buy again? We will definitely get another RX-8 which speaks volumes. |
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