You are great! are you still driving it daily and weekend?

Rebel69rock which year does the RX8 have a display system that pops out the dash bored? I'm looking for one.

***** A man can dream can't he? lol

***** So?

***** A dream car needn't be as expensive as a Bugatti or Lamborghini... everyone has their own taste and preference... and their own dream car(s), and you can't put a price on that

Renzeil Thank you :D Someone that actually get's me

***** My dream car is a 1999 Nissan Skyline GTR. Not everyone's dream car will be the latest or the most expensive Ferrari or Lamborghini =) (With that mentioned. I wouldn't mind having a F355 as well........lol)

+Detc0re Had mine over 4 years now. I still love it and there's nothing like the rotary engine - literally! Plus they're dirt cheap to buy as used cars.

+Mark Ferris The RX8 will be my next car, solid aftermarket (better than Honda), great price point and unique engine.

+Detc0re Im thinking about making an RX-8 my next vehicle purchase. I am very much looking for a "drivers car", would you make the assumption that for this price point i couldn't do any better? I am not worried about the prolonged time i must spend with my vehicle, seeing as i prefer being behind the wheel than anywhere else.

+RyMann88 Right on! I had mine out autocrossing a couple of weeks ago, it's such a precise vehicle and very stylish too - I hope the next generation of enthusiasts will pick up the torch and keep this car on the road for years to come. It may be that the RX8 is the last rotary car we have, and it would mean that eventually they will be collectible. I'm starting to think that might happen, since Mazda is backing off plans for a successor. Correct me if I'm wrong but that's my take on it! Good luck!

+Detc0re ps you guys, don't forget to get a proper compression test before you buy one. If it's low (lower than 6.9) it will need a rebuild or replacement soon. A Renesis should produce around 8psi if it's healthy. I'm not saying you shouldn't buy a car with a tired engine, but factor that into your offer. Happy Hunting!

haha u r everywhere on than have an 8 just like me lol. love mine too

robson risso hahahaha just shows my love for the 8. I just subscribed to Richard Viscasillas ------------ interesting videos concerning rotary engines. Besides the Mazda Rotary I'm a massive fan of Audi ----- especially this one --------- watch?v=tdXhvTwUa8U

Ohh yeaa this is awesome, I love corvette too lol,that's gonna be my next car and my 8 will be here next to him, I will never sale him. I love taking care of every little thing, oils,premix, everything

Just found a guy testing all those fuel treatment and showing what works what doesn't and I am surprised with the true. Tape on youtube Chris fix and check that out

robson risso thanks (will do)

Reduced compared to the RX7 I think they meant.

Is it still working?

Is it still working Tazz92SHMuzic?

+ValenNitto yeah its still working.

+steelersrock1775 its still running good i barely drive it too cause i work alot and drive the company car so my Rx8 is my weekend car u can say. but when i go out i haul ass in it on the streets

+Tazz92SHMuzic hahaha awesome dude, what brand of oil do you use?

Oh my thanks 4 the heads up

Lol how does an exhaust go exactly? And my 2003 bmw is dirt cheap to maintain along with the parts

Hello, I am considering buying a 2004 rx8 with 15 k km on the new engine, is a hassle worth it?

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How does it run now ?

Celtic Tiger is it still running?

Yes it runs like clockwork, everything working, great buy.

Celtic Tiger I'm very hyped I'm going to pick one up after I get my tax return back

Aidan Higby I'm buying one soon- can you message me and help me with how to take care of it

unfortunately I don't have mine anymore, the main thing to know is it isn't a car you can turn on to move around and turn straight off it pretty much needs to be up to operating temp before you bother trying to turn it off and make sure you keep your eye on the oil and keep it topped up and change it roughly every 5000kms. as long as it is up to operating tempo before you switch it off you shouldn't be able to flood it, if you have to move it in a driveway or something take it for a short drive before you turn it off. also when you first turn it on to drive when the engine is cold let it warm up for at least a minute then baby the car for the first 5 minutes of the drive or so until it is up to operating temp (keep it below 4k rpm and preferably stay around 3k rpm) then when it is at operating temp you can drive like a madman.

Was thinking the same.

This mainly applies to the original owner that bought the car. If you take your car to Mazda they're not going to do anything for free. You have to provide physical proof; all receipts and paperwork for every possible oil change, maintenance, everything from the day the car left the dealership. If there is an oil change paperwork missing for 1 month they will not help you. Also all the paper has to reflect the correct method of maintenance if just 1 shows otherwise then they won't help you. Any type of performance modification or aftermarket parts is automatic NO. I know I've had this conversation at 2 different Mazda dealership, no offense but Mazda of USA is scum. They don't know jack shit about the RX8 and they're just there to jack you out of your money. If anyone wants a Class B Sports car you need to be serious no more ricer days.

Hontoni Arigato It applies to anyone who continued to have or still has problems related to defective engines despite having their original defective engine replaced or repaired under the engine recall and owners who's cars are no longer covered by the extended recall warranty. If the the court decides that Mazda was negligent in its efforts to solve the defects owners will still be eligible for compensation even if the maintenance records are incomplete... if Mazda sold defective parts they have to make good regardless how the product was handled after it was sold.

Hontoni Arigato The RX8 ended in 2011 model year and Mazda ceased all production of Wankel engines back in June of 2012... Mazda would really like to forget about all of the problems and move on with its new line of Skyactiv powered cars and its all new MX5 sportscar.

doktorbimmer Yes that is correct BUT You have to "prove" to Mazda that whatever problem you're having was not caused by improper care. For example if you have an aftermarket Intake that is not sold and installed by Mazda then they're going to throw that back at you. You can't just walk into Mazda and get a free anything it doesn't work like that. From the day the car left the dealership you have to show documents for every scheduled service and Prove to them that the problem you're having is from the engine itself and Not because you mishandled it. That's why if you buy a used RX8 its very little chance the previous owner(s) will have all serviced records from the day it left the dealership. You can call any US Mazda dealership they will tell you the same.

Hontoni Arigato No, you do not need to contact Mazda. I think you are confused with the extended warranty compliance program.. Everyone that was included in the mandatory NHTSA Recall would have received a letter from Mazda.. The class action law suit is something completely different and does not require you to contact Mazda or the dealer. If you are eligible to be included in the class action lawsuit must contact the law office of the plaintif... if they have not already been in contact with you... the number of eligible owner is expected to increase so you may not have been contacted yet. If the court decides in favor of the plaintif you would receive a compensation payment or payments for damages... that's just how these things work. Cheers!

Flooding's a non issue unless you didn't get it updated or never change plugs.

I use to drive a Civic Si and when I bought my RX8 I never turned back. Everything I modified in that gay civic came stock and was even better on the RX8 I just couldn't believe it. I wasted 15K on that god dam civic so far I've only spent 6K on my RX8. I've had it for 4 yrs no problems whatsoever you just gotta be a professional and get away from all the ricer Hot Ebay Nights stuff. That's why people are having such a hard time with their 8 because of spending their money on a new radiator they got a giant fart cannon exhaust instead and some Invader body kit.

idk how you ended upspendin that much on your civic, i spent 2500 for a ex, baught a gsr swap for 2500 and did sport shocks and springs. im doin brakes/tires next. my idea was be faster than an si for cheaper then an si

Hontoni Arigato Civic Si? LMAOOO are you having financial troubles? You do know that they are completely different from the RX-8 right...

since he owned a civic and rx8 im pretty sure he knows that theyre completely different...... wow just checked CL to see it for my self, rx8s are cheap AF i could sell both my civics and get 2 rx8s plus a few grand left over haha

Christian Leo check to see if the sensors are working.

Lotus Elise

rotary_inside 16' VW Golf R (AWD, 290+ HP, 26 AVG MPG) or a Toyota Corolla S (Some might call it a sports car.....^0^ )

nismotech Neither of those are sports cars, just because some people consider them 'sporty' doesn't make them a sports car.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette. it has cylinder deactivation and gets good mileage on the highway.

Everyone stayed quiet about the lotus Elise

We all know the RX-8 is a high maintenance car. The main reason the RX-8 was discontinued was because of the crappy fuel and oil emission standards in Europe. You're the one with poverty. :/

***** I'd have to step in here, whilst I find the lack of Torque an issue in my RX-8 R3, Eryk Pyts has exaggerated a lot there. I have no issues when overtaking, for commuting I tend to keep the car around 2,500 RPM and just drive normally, if I'm driving more spiritedly, I tend to be at no less than 4,000 RPM, during these spirited drives, the car is getting rev'd like mad to make anything happen - but that's part of the characteristics of the rotary engine.

***** A bitch to drive? If you see keeping revs up to get the best out of it then you shouldn't be buying a sports car as you don't seem to fully get it. The RX-8 is an absolute joy to drive, working through the long gears and hearing the unique rotary whine is quite simply a pleasure. The high maintenance and expensive running costs are just a small compromise to the truly outstanding chassis and suspension setup. The 8's ability to properly tackle a corner so dynamically is astounding in a car that can be picked up so cheap. The car was marketed to the wrong demographic at launch which has caused a very mixed opinion to be had on it over the last 10 years, it should have been marketed as being what it is, a fantastic, simple, back to basics drivers car.

***** RX8 192 has 190bhp and the RX8 231 has 228bhp.

***** Then change your plugs.

You got that right!

Fred hoogendoorn Its shocking they so blatantly lied about that :D

***** Hahaha I just watched it again. Pretty damn weird. The amount of hydrocarbons will probably be high as fuck. As well as Nox and Co.

gabrielgee5 You'll hate yourself for loving it so much.

gabrielgee5 1- the automatic is actually a lot more fun than most will have you believe despite the 30hp missing from the manuel version. I recommend learning stick, but if you don't want to the RX8 auto is a far better choice than most cars its age. 2- If you dump a little bit of 2-stroke oil into the gas tank when you fill it up you essentially make the gasoline a secondary lubricant, circumventing many common issues with the apex seals. 3- It is a sports car. Treat it like one. It can be used every day, but it isnt a mustang or a miata, you need to be attentive to your car's needs. 4- being a total car nerd is a requirement. You say you aren't one now? Give it time, my friend. 5- Resist the urge to give it hugs, no matter how much you end up loving it. A word on rebuilds: As far as when the dreaded day of engine rebuild comes, have a plan. At independent shops rebuilds can cost about $2000-$3000 and if you have some money set aside for it it is a nearly painless process. Even then it isnt that expensive, the car's reputation damaged its resale to the point where it costs about as much as a 350z after you factor in the rebuild, and since your insurance will see it as a "1.3L sedan", you will come out ahead with the RX-8 making it quite the economical choice... I know "economical" and "RX-8" in the same sentence, but it is true. Anyway, happy car shopping, I do recommend this car to anyone willing to love it as much as it deserves.

+ValenNitto It just means they never did a test because any hard results would take too long to find.

Follow normal procedures and it will last probably around 150000

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it will last as long as you want it to, all you have to do is take care of it correctly and keep up with REQUIRED maintenance that is normally only recommended for others and using correct start/stop procedures.

Olmah L. more than original procedures.

Flooding is the least of your worries but they can still be reliable if you know what you're doing. Read - www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/new-potential-owners-start-here-202454/

Im going for a 2005 model because 12 month roadtax is £280, 2006 and above its £490.

Ben Tennyson nice choice BT, also the 09 and up model is a joke. They made it heavier, slower, and didn't add anymore hp or torque ;T

Hontoni Arigato got a 350 im good

+culz I don't think you know what the "RX" stands for in "RX-8". RX stands for Rotary Experiment. If they made a 6 cylinder version, it wouldn't make sense to call it a RX-8, because it wouldn't be a rotary engine.

i'm asking the same. i would buy it without thinking .

LEGIT.PLAYZZ it’s as good as it’s going to get trust me it’s imperfectly perfected ...