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#482 of 529 Re: What octane gas do you use? [tishpit1] by ateixeira Apr 03, 2009 (9:27 am)
Replying to: tishpit1 (Mar 29, 2009 5:36 pm) I'm curious also.   I've gone through 2 tankfuls, so there's not much data yet.   The tank was full when it was delivered. I was thinking that would be premium fuel but to honest I didn't pump it so I can't be 100% sure. That tank yielded 27.0 mpg, a little less if I deduct the 7 miles that were on the car when they filled it up. So 26.3mpg.   2nd tank I filled up with regular ol' 87 octane, and when that was empty I calculated 27.1mpg.   The engine is green and I'm still in the break-in period, so both tanks were driven very conservatively, I've barely gone over 4000 rpm.   I would not be surprised if I'm giving up a couple of horses above 5000rpm but I'm not sure if I go there often enough to convince me that I need it. My '93 had 50 fewer horses and it was adequate, so the new one feels fast in all circumstances.   Perhaps it's best that I don't know what I'm missing, since I haven't ran it to redline with premium in the tank. Replies to this message: tishpit1 (Apr 04, 2009 6:33 am)
#483 of 529 Re: What octane gas do you use? [ateixeira] by tishpit1 Apr 04, 2009 (6:33 am)
Replying to: ateixeira (Apr 03, 2009 9:27 am) The car was filled at the dealership with 93 octane and I just put in my first tank of gas. I also used 93. I was thrilled to get 30 mpg on an engine that wasn't even broken in yet! My old '90 averaged 27 - 28 mpg on regular unleaded. I find the new MX-5 very spunky, but have not yet tried lower octane gas.
#484 of 529 Pricing on Leftover 2008 GT by bpraxis Apr 08, 2009 (7:55 am)
Happy upcoming Easter everyone and I hope that you are having a wonderful day.     My local dealer has a leftover 2008 GT with an MSRP of $26,000.00.     It has a small ding with a scratch on the mirror.     They are offering the car at $17,600.00.     It is True Red with black leather.     Please tell me if you would buy this car???? What price would you offer?     With appreciation and kind regards Replies to this message: erics6 (Apr 08, 2009 1:47 pm)
#485 of 529 Re: Pricing on Leftover 2008 GT [bpraxis] by erics6 Apr 08, 2009 (1:47 pm)
Replying to: bpraxis (Apr 08, 2009 7:55 am) Not a bad deal if they'll fix the damage. Local dealers around Portland have been advertising $8.5k to $9k off sticker on leftover 08's.   I'd offer $17k, if they'll fix the ding/scratch. See if they'll bite.
#486 of 529 Thankyou Erics6 by bpraxis Apr 09, 2009 (7:33 am)
I offered them $16,500.00 and I would live with the ding.     They responded with a hard reverse sales technique that I would not be happy with the car, it was not for me.     We are still negotiating and they are fixing the ding which will require some bondo and painting.     Should I still be interested in purchasing this leftover red GT given the minor bodywork?     MSRP: $26,000.00     Asking Price: $17,600.00 Replies to this message: ateixeira (Apr 09, 2009 10:24 am) erics6 (Apr 09, 2009 3:51 pm)
#487 of 529 Re: Thankyou Erics6 [bpraxis] by ateixeira Apr 09, 2009 (10:24 am)
Replying to: bpraxis (Apr 09, 2009 7:33 am) I think the price is fair...there is a $2500 rebate, invoice must be close to $22-23 grand. How are they even getting that low? The holdback isn't that much, 2-3% or so.   If you don't buy this car please let me know - my brother is actively shopping for one and I'll tell him about this one (if you pass, don't want to block your shot).
#488 of 529 Re: Thankyou Erics6 [bpraxis] by erics6 Apr 09, 2009 (3:51 pm)
Replying to: bpraxis (Apr 09, 2009 7:33 am) $17.6k is a fair price, if they'll fix the damage. I would not buy a new car with damage, unless repaired.
#489 of 529 Thankyou again Eric for your feedback by bpraxis Apr 09, 2009 (5:24 pm)
I will decide in the next couple of days if the car is still available and will let you know.     My only concern was the bondo and repaint and the possiblity of fading over time and a mismatch.     How would this repair of the ding affect resale value?     With appreciation again. Replies to this message: erics6 (Apr 10, 2009 7:17 am) ateixeira (Apr 10, 2009 8:06 am)
#490 of 529 Re: Thankyou again Eric for your feedback [bpraxis] by erics6 Apr 10, 2009 (7:17 am)
Replying to: bpraxis (Apr 09, 2009 5:24 pm) As long as it is a professional repair it should have no affect on resale.   Think of it this way. You are paying on the low end for a new car so less depreciation. Think of all those folks who bought near or above invoice and are now trying to sell. I've seen 06's listed for more than the remaining 08's. Not a good time to be selling. Replies to this message: ateixeira (Apr 10, 2009 8:06 am)
#491 of 529 Re: Thankyou again Eric for your feedback [erics6] by ateixeira Apr 10, 2009 (8:06 am)
Replying to: erics6 (Apr 10, 2009 7:17 am) Agreed, when I was shopping some of the used 06-07 prices actually overlapped with the brand new 08 pricing.   I got my PRHT Touring for $22k, when they first came out it was a $28-30k car.

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