RX-8 Pricing to start at.........
01-07-2003, 10:05 AM
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RX-8 Pricing to start at.........
$25,180 (they hit you about $1500 more for the manual)........I hate this car, here's the info though
DETROIT, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced its RX-8 sports car, equipped with a four-speed automatic transmission, will be priced from $25,180 when it goes on sale in June. Base MSRP of the 2004 RX-8 with six-speed manual transmission is $26,680. A fully loaded RX-8 with either transmission and every available option, including leather seats, BoseŽ audio, 18-inch tires, moonroof and fog lamps will run approximately $30,000.
Mazda will begin pre-selling the RX-8 online Jan. 8, and consumers can logonto http://www.MazdaRX-8.com to place an order. The pre-sell process will allow prospective customers to configure their RX-8 of choice. This information is then transferred to a local dealer, where the transaction is finished.
The RX-8 continues Mazda's design and engineering tradition, merging unique and dramatic styling with unparalleled performance. The 250-horsepower (estimated) RX-8 comfortably accommodates four adults, while delivering the kind of sports-car driving dynamics sure to capture the imagination of driving enthusiasts worldwide. The vehicle is the latest in a long and historic line of rotary-powered automobiles, the first of which Mazda debuted more than 30 years ago.
"The Mazda RX-8 delivers innovative solutions to traditional automotive restrictions such as packaging, design and drivetrains," said Charlie Hughes, president and CEO of MNAO. "More importantly, though, we questioned why sports cars can't be affordable, and RX-8 is the answer."
Like every Mazda model, the RX-8 will come with a four-year roadside assistance program. With a call to a toll-free number, RX-8 owners can access roadside assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year throughout the United States and Canada. For all 2004 Mazda vehicles, the company will provide a free loaner car in the event a warrantable condition requires the use of alternative transportation.
The 2004 RX-8 will be covered by a comprehensive four-year/50,000-mile warranty that covers every part on the vehicle except those subject to normal wear. In addition, the RX-8 is covered by a five-year/unlimited-mileage corrosion warranty.
Mazda North American Operations is responsible for the sales and marketing, customer service and parts support of Mazda vehicles in the United States. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., MNAO has more than 700 dealerships nationwide.
DETROIT, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced its RX-8 sports car, equipped with a four-speed automatic transmission, will be priced from $25,180 when it goes on sale in June. Base MSRP of the 2004 RX-8 with six-speed manual transmission is $26,680. A fully loaded RX-8 with either transmission and every available option, including leather seats, BoseŽ audio, 18-inch tires, moonroof and fog lamps will run approximately $30,000.
Mazda will begin pre-selling the RX-8 online Jan. 8, and consumers can logonto http://www.MazdaRX-8.com to place an order. The pre-sell process will allow prospective customers to configure their RX-8 of choice. This information is then transferred to a local dealer, where the transaction is finished.
The RX-8 continues Mazda's design and engineering tradition, merging unique and dramatic styling with unparalleled performance. The 250-horsepower (estimated) RX-8 comfortably accommodates four adults, while delivering the kind of sports-car driving dynamics sure to capture the imagination of driving enthusiasts worldwide. The vehicle is the latest in a long and historic line of rotary-powered automobiles, the first of which Mazda debuted more than 30 years ago.
"The Mazda RX-8 delivers innovative solutions to traditional automotive restrictions such as packaging, design and drivetrains," said Charlie Hughes, president and CEO of MNAO. "More importantly, though, we questioned why sports cars can't be affordable, and RX-8 is the answer."
Like every Mazda model, the RX-8 will come with a four-year roadside assistance program. With a call to a toll-free number, RX-8 owners can access roadside assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year throughout the United States and Canada. For all 2004 Mazda vehicles, the company will provide a free loaner car in the event a warrantable condition requires the use of alternative transportation.
The 2004 RX-8 will be covered by a comprehensive four-year/50,000-mile warranty that covers every part on the vehicle except those subject to normal wear. In addition, the RX-8 is covered by a five-year/unlimited-mileage corrosion warranty.
Mazda North American Operations is responsible for the sales and marketing, customer service and parts support of Mazda vehicles in the United States. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., MNAO has more than 700 dealerships nationwide.
01-07-2003, 10:36 AM
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I really don't get the hype behind this car. It's one of the ugliest new cars to come out IMO, and the performance doesn't sound like it is any thing spectacular. The previous gen RX-7 was hot, but I just don't dig the RX-8. Plus, if the reliability is anything like some previous rotary models, then it's liable to be a nightmare. I'd take another CL over it anyday!
01-07-2003, 12:37 PM
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Originally posted by Haus
I really don't get the hype behind this car. It's one of the ugliest new cars to come out IMO, and the performance doesn't sound like it is any thing spectacular. The previous gen RX-7 was hot, but I just don't dig the RX-8. Plus, if the reliability is anything like some previous rotary models, then it's liable to be a nightmare. I'd take another CL over it anyday!
I really don't get the hype behind this car. It's one of the ugliest new cars to come out IMO, and the performance doesn't sound like it is any thing spectacular. The previous gen RX-7 was hot, but I just don't dig the RX-8. Plus, if the reliability is anything like some previous rotary models, then it's liable to be a nightmare. I'd take another CL over it anyday!
01-07-2003, 12:51 PM
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I had a friend in high school with a early 90's (like 91 or 92) RX-7 when it ran it FLEW(he had the Twin turbo setup) but it seemed like every weekend he was either wrenching on it or doing something to it. 
.He had to take it to a certain mechianic when it was in bad shape cause of it being a rotor motor.
I'm not really impressed with the 250 HP rating. If I had 25 grand to blow on a car I'd take a new Accord V-6 (which is 240 HP). Plus the Accord will last forever and a day and about anyone can fix them
.He had to take it to a certain mechianic when it was in bad shape cause of it being a rotor motor. I'm not really impressed with the 250 HP rating. If I had 25 grand to blow on a car I'd take a new Accord V-6 (which is 240 HP). Plus the Accord will last forever and a day and about anyone can fix them
01-07-2003, 01:11 PM
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Originally posted by Zapata
The old rx7 was 250hp stock.....and that was with two turbos......
The old rx7 was 250hp stock.....and that was with two turbos......
CORRECTION:
200HP FOR 2ND GEN TURBO II
255HP FOR 3RD GEN SEQ. TURBO
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01-07-2003, 02:31 PM
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I love it... does it come with NAVI as an option? what about brembo brakes and light weight rims?
The only thing is that it needs an extra 50 HP maybe I should wait for the MPS version
cause it is too tough to performace add to this baby....
I love this ride... it should handle like a dream... and Rotary Engine to boot...
The only thing is that it needs an extra 50 HP maybe I should wait for the MPS version
cause it is too tough to performace add to this baby....I love this ride... it should handle like a dream... and Rotary Engine to boot...
01-07-2003, 08:30 PM
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OK...U GUYS SHOULDNT COMPARE THIS TO AN RX7
Mazda said it is working on a new rx7 and this rx8 is not a replacement...jus a different car.
IO'll wait to see how the rx7 will look like but then again it wont be this cheap.
PH
Mazda said it is working on a new rx7 and this rx8 is not a replacement...jus a different car.
IO'll wait to see how the rx7 will look like but then again it wont be this cheap.
PH
01-07-2003, 08:39 PM
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no matter how long i try to stare at it....... i just cant seem to like it.
looks like a functified s2k. im sure dealers will mark up the price because it's the RX8, the predecessor to the RX7.
i would buy the Mazda 6 over the RX8 anyday. jmo.
hopefully the engine will be better realiability wise than the previous generations.
YMMV.
looks like a functified s2k. im sure dealers will mark up the price because it's the RX8, the predecessor to the RX7.
i would buy the Mazda 6 over the RX8 anyday. jmo.
hopefully the engine will be better realiability wise than the previous generations.
YMMV.
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