Mazda RX-8

[Srt911]

Hi fellow MCFers, need your help in this matter. I am intending to get a '04 Mazda RX-8. U know, to enjoy a coupe while still The details are as follows:

 

Price: $73000

Mileage: 56000km

COE: $27500

OMV: $37600

 

Lets assume $5k downpayment and 5 yr loan @ 2.98%. As I will only be driving it for 2yrs or so, can I break even by then? Is it worthwhile to buy?

 

And what are the things to look out for as the RX-8 is running on the rotary engine? I know that constant checking of engine oil is one.

 

Thanks!!

[Srt911]

Hi moderators, pls assist to delete this post as I had posted it wrongly in the Starlet forum.

 

Thank you.

[Emperor]

um.... I love the RX series, and since you accidentally posted it here....

 

Cars always have a depreciation. Never will you break even(unless you REALLY REALLY MAKE THE CALCULATION DIRECT TO DECIMAL). Though you took a 5 year loan and only drive it for 2 years, with the OMV, a full repayment will be needed. Unless you sell direct to another party, its possible.

 

Checks, same as normal cars. Water, Oil, brake oil etc...

 

Fuel on the other hand is another issue. The RX8 is a guzzler. Its a rotary NA.

[Kyojin]

bro,

 

you have good taste. and it's a good thing you have waited for this time to buy. everyone's getting rid of their RX8!

 

"worthwhile" is relative. if you can stomach the depreciation, then any amount is worth it if you have fun/love the car.

 

are you really sure you want to own it? have you tried driving it around? does it fulfill your hauling needs?

 

Although they are 1.3L, they are quite thirsty. so be prepared for hefty petrol bills (just went up today!) also must constantly check oil. AND be prepared to pay good money if you need to service the rotary. it's not 4/6/8 pistons that can be individually stripped. if something goes, the whole thing goes.

 

you need to calculate yourself, using a spreadsheet to see what your balance and penalty is at the end of every year... don't just pop a question and expect people to do the mathematics for you (no offense).

 

good luck!

[Emperor]

Agree with Kyojin. The Rotary is a master engineering at work. Then again, it should be alright as you're only driving for 2 years.

[Shox87]

lovely car IMHO. the look of the rx8 is simply

 

wad colour are u intending to get?

 

i would love to get one.

[Zanter]

I think rotary engines dont last as long. Maybe 100k requires a rebuild? Thirsty is an issue and lack of torque at low revs will make it a biatch to drive in town for a manual. The Auto version is pretty bad performance figures comparatively. A turbo rotary addresses some of the torque issues like the last rx-7.

[Coupe07]

all myths...

[Zanter]

Not entirely w/o merit http://www.mycarforum.com/reviews/reviews....c_table&make=29

[Emperor]

I prefer the RX7 FC

[Kyojin]

FD for me

[Axela525]

Hi fellow MCFers, need your help in this matter. I am intending to get a '04 Mazda RX-8. U know, to enjoy a coupe while still The details are as follows:

 

Price: $73000

Mileage: 56000km

COE: $27500

OMV: $37600

 

Lets assume $5k downpayment and 5 yr loan @ 2.98%. As I will only be driving it for 2yrs or so, can I break even by then? Is it worthwhile to buy?

 

And what are the things to look out for as the RX-8 is running on the rotary engine? I know that constant checking of engine oil is one.

 

Thanks!!

Wah...my fav car!!

[Swiftboi]

i prefer rx -7 FC oso the inital D 'red sun' guy driving want, srry forget the guy

 

name

[Emperor]

The guys name is Ryosuke Takahashi.. aka the White Comet.... its my favourite too!!

[Emperor]

I still prefer the white comet....