Mazda RX-8 (2003 - 2010) (231ps) 4d (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
An individual. Liquid due to running costs but a little diffferent as not the Audi TT, 3 Series or Boxster choice.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It gets lots of looks. Family thinks it suits me, unique and a fun option vs the german competition. Lots of material on the WWW challenges and respect given to this car. Has quite a following indeed.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. I have done the analysis, taking all things into consideration - this is still the best car pound for pound in this price range.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A6 2.7TDI S-Line Multitronic OR Audi A4 2.0T S-line
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£24,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
I put down 50% in cash and got the rest on 0% finance. In the current environment, a top deal.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Read the reviews and loved the advert. It has a great body, seats 4 and is quick, not the quickest but quick enough. It is the individualists choice and in the right colour, just washed, looks stunning, mean and stunning...
What was the dealer like?
Adequate really.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Quick, handles beautifully in the twisty stuff, loves a B-road and preferrable in the dry. The power is there no issues - simply rifle through the gears and there is plenty of torque / power. It is most effective in the 20-60mph area, with power most effective between 55000 to 7000 revs. It falls behind bigger cylinder engined rivals after 60-100 mph. Not the best cruiser but a fun car, a drivers car as you need skill in order to stay competitive through the gears ...
What's it like to park?
Easy peasy and I have the reverse buzzers ...
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No issues at all. This is where the value is for a new car. No issues yet, everything is A-OK.
What's most practical about your car?
It comfortable seats four people. Has an excellent boot. Nice cabin space, very comfortable for two.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Renesis (Wankel) engine. Has a unique, linear wrrr as you accelerate through the gears.
