Mazda RX-8 (192ps) 4d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Don't go to the Mazda dealer - search on the web for new UK cars - I got nearly £6k off list price and it was delivered to my door and has Mazda main dealer plates and PDI stamp. 190 version with leather, sat nav & met paint for £19k - great value!
Costs
No service yet etc, but when I checked before buying servicing seems excellent value.
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On the road
Driving
Driving experience is brilliant - but hard on long journeys
Performance
Performance is good when living near the red line, but fuel economy can be 18 to 20mpg when pushing the car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not had any problems to date - but beware of common fault with rust on wheel hubs and also any standard Mazda fins or crests fitted.
Image
A unique style of car that turns heads.
Comfort
Comfort and room is brilliant for a sports car - I can get 2 kids and the wife in and also pushchair / shopping in the boot with no problem.
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Security and Service
Security
Not had any trouble - so hopefully this speaks for itself.
Service
When trying to buy the car through the dealer they would not bargain on price so went on the web. The assistance from the dealer when viewing the car etc was very good though.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems - need to put about 0.5 litres of oil in every 1000 miles, but check.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes