2004 Mazda RX-8 6MT Review, Walkaround, Exhaust & Test Drive
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Meet the first model year of Mazda's rotary powered sports car, with a feathery curb weight, perfect 50/50 weight distribution, and RWD it was everything that a sports car should be. Unfortunately, it also had some of the compromises and quirks of your typical sports car.
there's two types of dream cars the one you can't afford and the one that you can, this is the one that you can.
so true..the dream for me that I can't afford is a Toyota supra
yes but the money after buying it are a lot more than the normal cars. big tax, a lot of fuel and oil consumption.
+KmoneyTheCucumber In Australia Toyota Supras are pretty affordable, but due to the owners flogging them, it has put me off of buying one.
Mason I live in the US and the only supras I can find (that I want.. 98supra turbo to be exact) I've found for around $90,000.
nightmares are dreams too
I had one of these back in the day. Was one of the most fun cars I have owned. It did get kinda crappy fuel mileage and burned oil but that goes with the territory when you get a rotary engine. I also did some minor upgrades, intake, exhaust, some tuning and I got it down into the low 5 second range to 60. Not a world beater but super fun to toss around curves. I'd have no problem picking a used one in good condition down the road to relive some fun memories.
this is my dream affordable sports car. its so sexy and unique.
+peter fuentes ikr :3
+peter fuentes mine too bro BEST OF LUCK to get one
+peter fuentes I am on my second one. I would have never sold the first one if I had stayed in TX. I moved to Alaska and had to sell it.
+peter fuentes If you do get one, and the engine has over 60k miles, keep $5k aside for an engine rebuild.
Do you have a Rotary? Have you owned an RX-8? Or are you just commenting from the curb? I have had two RX-8's with over 60k miles without any engine issues and one of them was an 04.
I love my 2008 RX8. On the track, it's a fun car. Even while I daily drive it, it just feels special. I've seen and driven too many RX8s that are low on compression, need new plugs/coils, and generally piss poor maintenance to believe ANYONE'S bad opinion on the car. There are just too many in poor condition. I don't know if people just don't change their oil every 3-5k miles or neglecting to add oil, or just driving it aggressively when it's still warming up. All of those will eventually cause you to have a poor experience with the car. When REAL RX8 owners tell you it is maintenance, we're not kidding. Spark plugs for me, I change once a year. Coil Packs, I'd change them every two years, and an oil change every 3k miles. If you really do want an RX8, find a newer year model if possible. 2007-2011. Just listen to how it cranks upon start up, if it takes too long then it might just need a tune up or an engine; drive the car and see how the engine feels, it should have no hesitation, just a smooth delivery of power as the engine climbs up. It should feel quick! It should not feel slow (unless all you've ever driven are 300hp cars, then it's not going to feel all that quick). After it warms up, shut it off, wait a few seconds, then crank it. If it struggles to crank, might have problems. Bring the car to a rotary shop that can do a proper compression test. If you don't know of any, bring it to Mazda. You absolutely MUST HAVE a Mazda Rotary Compression Tool to measure the compression on this engine. It is not a piston engine, you cannot measure it properly with the usual gauge. If they tell you the compression is good or high, then consider purchasing the car. In all honesty, finding a perfectly running RX8 is probably the rarest thing in this time and age. Best of luck to any new owners. Keep revving current ones.
mine is a 05' and it's finally having some problems with warming up --but only have 21k miles on it--auto-
When was the last time you changed out the plugs and coil packs?
The above is all true. It’s all about proper maintenance, which few owners followed, unfortunately. An RX-8 lovingly cared for by its one and original owner is the one worth finding!
Always top it off when you reach one dot down on the dip stick, that is a half of a quart and like you said oil changes every 3K. The newest OEM coils revision C are much improved, even the B coils went 82k on my car. Like the Series 2 improvements.
@@tlc8386 Who buys a sporty car with an AT....?It just defies the purpose of it!
I am currently crying. I'm 14 years old. I love sports cars but never thought I could own one for my first car. I looked up this one thinking it would be 40 grand. 5 grand on craglist. 5 grand on ebay. Used. My god I hope I get one of these. I'm getting a job over this summer too!!
+CognizantxNight The first years had most of those issues. I had an 04 without any issues and now I have an 05 and she runs fine at that mileage.
***** Yeah I rethought it. I'll probably get at 2001-2004 mustang or a camaro iroc. Any other suggestions?
Get a Mustang Mach I if you can. Great Mustang, I know it is not a Terminator, but most people took really good care of them. All of the Cobras I have looked at have had issues because of half assed mods.
+Rick Goodwin i wouldnt go for a mustang for a couple of reason. First, the interior is very cheaply made. Expect a lot of rattling from all that ugly plastic on the interior. Second, unless you get the v6, the car was most likely driven hard by some young driver, and many have mods on them. I always recommend the same car to everyone and any car guy will agree with me, the best car for a new driver is by far the last gen acura integra. They are highly reliable (as expected from a 90's honda), very sporty (its considered the best handling fwd ever), and it gets good mpg. Best of all they are pretty cheap. I personally have a 2000 integra gs with over 200k and still running like new. The only downside with the car is that they are a hot target for thieves, but a good alarm system should help out massively.
victor james Thanks for the help, but I looked up the acura you recommended, personally I think they look like absolute trash. I love the styling on the mustang more, I could probably pimp out the interior, and trust me I will make sure I will get a mustang that was in good hands.
I have a 2009 RX8 R3 which I have had for about year and it is so much fun to drive... Yes gas millage is crap.... I get around 22 to 23 mpg but you do not by this for the MPG... provided you keep on top of maintenance and all that really means is checking the oil which it burns as part of the engine process you will have no problems at all. It handles well beyond any other car I have driven and the sound of the rotary at 8 to 9K revs is magnificent.
out of all the high-end sports cars ive seen
i want THIS to be my first car
Be sure to look for a second gen
But RX-8s are rare these days
Depends on where you live. If you're in a southern state then yeah they're rare. More northern states have a bunch
i live on Ireland
Storm Gemios RX7 is a rare car.
I recently decided to buy a rx8 & to anyone else thinking of doing the same I say, go for it!. It is such a joy to drive 😀 & the cornering is just ridiculously good.
Sledge I’m looking at one. Has 130,000 miles though, so I’m nervous.
Sledge are the parts expensive
Driving down 500 km to buy a 6-speed manual RX8 next Tuesday. So damn pumped. I've been hunting this car for months.
I just bought my baby about two weeks ago, and I'll be honest, I had no clue what rotary engine was, till now.
P.s. I love it
Xhale11 thanks for the advice
always keep a quart of oil in your car, and keep good fresh tires on back, has no power till 7600 RPM then suddenly busts in there and give you a bit of Torque steer almost like a FWD car (crazy) and make sure you change oil every 2000 miles. :)
justin bouche thks I'll keep that in mind
joshua wrye I'm just worried cause everybody keep talking about the engine's low life expectancy.
In other words "having fun, comes with a price" huh? Lol
Well, I guess your comment helped a little, thanks for the "advice" now I'm gonna enjoy it even more, with no worries.
joshua wrye
I test drove an RX-8 before and the clutch was vague-ish and stiff, even though it was a new clutch installed. Taking off and reverse was tricky because it was meticulous trying to feel the catch point and due to the fact it's been a while since I drove a manual in general. But other than that, it was amazing, shifting was smooth and short, the lovely Wankel rotary sound was loud and proud, and the handling had all kindz of grip. I wanted to test drive one to get a feel of how an RX-8 would drive because I want to get the R3 one day, but all RX-8s don't drive the same. The R3 may drive different from the one I drove and might be more/less better. Overall, I've enjoyed the experience of an RX-8 and with a refresh on the manual action, I'm thinking it would be a wonderful little sports car to have and drive on the weekends
I just bought a 2004 rx8 and i confirm: this car is awesome!!
Do you mind me asking how it's going now? I am currently looking at a 2004 model with low milage
just got my 05 rx8 with 87k on it runs like a dream and if you take the time to read the manuals and read around on owner forums they are great cars and will last a good long time a redline a day keeps the carbon at bay
To be fair your car has had a new engine installed before you bought it. Hardly any go that long without blowing
my 07 has 153000 with og motor so...
Beautiful and unique car..A marvel of engineering. Best interior on a car period. Revs like a motorcycle engine..you can take it to 10.000 rpm with no worries. Actualy it was designed to go that high. Handles like a porche 1911, even better. If want to be Unique in looks, engineering and driving excitement, you get an 8.
Proud owner of an 06 Evolve..
I always wanted to own one, hopefully I'll get it before my birthday.
You forgot to mention that you can pick these up for well under $8,000 used! Great review though.
I drove a 10 year old 2004 model 75k miles stick shift yesterday and WOW! The acceleration and handling are phenomenal around LA's 2-lane on ramps around other cars. The clutch never died on me, but I had to release the clutch pretty high up before it caught into gear...so it took some getting used to because it's not my car.
good review.
RX-8 is NOT for the weak at heart or pocket book. My 2004 has bled me some....ABOUT TO BUY #2
the 2008.
JEKYLL & Hyde for sure...and WORTH EVERY PENNY!
mine is same as your Demo. GT. BUT SOLID BLACK LEATHER. dont hate the iconic red/black ...but LOVE mine. 6 SP M/T ...with optional spare and sunroof.
MICA BLUE is the Great divide....unless one Prefers Silver...or any other MAZDA FACTORY colors. they are all different and interesting.
I have a few 1971-1973 Road Test magazines. You would be surprised how enthusiastic all the manufacturers were about rotary engines at the time. A rotary Pinto almost happened. I wonder if the bad owner experiences with the NSU RO80 rotary were what more or less spooked the entire industry out of making the Wankel engine. Mazda stayed loyal to the design. The torque numbers go up rapidly with a turbo and more rotors.
We also found the sound to be quite nice, especially near its 9k redline ;)
Before I bought a RX8, I did 6 months of research about the car and all of its specs. I kid you not, at the beginning of researching I thought I would kill the car with problems, but after I bought one just recently, I started to connect with it. It is a sensitive car if not used properly.
Would you recommend it? Considering getting one, I've done a bunch of research and I know it requires attention and maintenance (Which I don't know why people neglect a car in the first part) but would you say it's a good car if someone actually cares for it?
That's all about to change, we are returning to our previous style on used cars and should have a new video 2-3 times a week.
It doesn't have a ''tendency'' to consume a lot of oil, it has a metering pump that injects oil based on rpm & load. Rotaries don't have blowby between chambers and the oil system, they have it between the chambers themselves. By the way, the early Rx-8s have issues with not injecting enough oil, so they wear very fast and need either a bit of premix and/or a reflash, at least MSP 13 from Mazda. Oil consumption should be around 0.5 L/1000km, the more the better.
I have to say that I still think this is one of the best looking cars on the road, especially with the body kit package or whatever it's called? I love the two tone red & black leather interior as well. It's just an awesome machine I.M.O
Yes, we will keep the first person style review for used vehicles.
I own two rx7s. 1979 and a 1990 convertible. I love how they both drive. yes there's not alot of power buy these are some of the best handling cars for the money. you do not need to spend exotic car money to enjoy good handling and speed. my advice is to buy any of these rotaries with a good body. getting a rebuilt engine is easy to buy at Ur local Mazda dealer. or just rebuilding your numbers matching engine. my 79 I bought for 600 bucks. I do have a rebuilt engine in it already. my 90 is still original and with 179k and counting. so reliability has been good but I do stay on top of oil and it's maintenance. but the true reward is driving these cars. don't be afraid of them. and finding mods for them to make them faster and handle even better r readily available. like I said I prefer to buy one with a good body and than replace the motor if you have too. if not than u got a bonus.
im buying a new car and was torn between this and the turbo chevy cobalt. I think im sold on this because of this review and a few other
On the UK autotrader, the first full page is people selling their 8s for spare or repair. With a common trait, "non runner" or "won't start when warm". There has been an increase in companies that now focus all their business on 8s. Buying non-runners, rebuilding the engines & selling them on. Or just offering an engine rebuild, approx £2000, which today is the base price for a used one. Mazda charge £5000+ for a new engine & I'm not entirely sure they still offer this service.
My Dream RX-8 Car:
-Black Exterior
-Leather Black-Red Interior (like the one in this video)
-6 Speed Manual
so hard to find a used RX-8 with these specs =/
Make one yourself
i just love how the RX series sounds when it revs. but all sports car's do require maintenance more the average cars, Its just the rotatory motor requires a little more then normal. Still wouldn't suggest getting it if you can't afford the maintenance cost.
no offence, you cant drive a rotary :P. i can hit 65 mph in second, and my car is stock. being a rotary u can let the revs sit at 5k - 6k just so u have that bit of power if you need it
Am i the only one who fell in love with that engine sound??, now i really want one over any car, just for the sound.
How is this car so damn sexy 12 years later..? Great video
I drive one at the moment and you did a good job explaining the car. Totally agree with what u say. I do want to add one thing do, and thats that if the car starts bad when its hot, the odds are very high that it suffers from conpression loss. If that is true, it will cost you a rebuild and thats around 3500/4000 dollar. So if you are not sure about the way it starts or the power of it, do a proper compression test. Be aware: a regular compression test will not work.
Second of all, make sure you have a garage that has experience with these engines, because a regular garage with no experience will f*ck it up!!!
I see a lot of "I want to buy this car" comments, many of whom are buying their first car. My advice: ENSURE you do your research before even test driving one, you can tell a lot by the way she starts up, drives, shuts down, then restarted whilst warm (IF she restarts). BOMBARD the seller with questions, it's not so easy to tell how previous owners have treated them. I've seen cases where the compression has been low, but the owner has thrown a new starter & sparks on her so it appears all is well to the buyer, for the apex seals to do one and before you've even got a taste of the 8, you're selling your car for spares or repair.
Agreed KJ. I believe the ONLY true bill of health is excellent compression. I would never sign my name until I see the numbers for the engine.
yes anytime you go to look at a used rx8 ask for a 'Rotary" compression test, unless you have the budget for a rebuild on top of the cost of course
Well done review. Accurate and informative -- more informative than Top Gear's review, in fact. Keep it up with the personalized observations. That's what we car enthusiasts look for in a review. We can get the specs from Consumer Reports.
Awesome car! Good review Sofyan!
you know ive been thinking about these cars on the used market. thanks for the review!
This is my dream car, I just bought one, it’s a 2006 and black
Incredibly fun sports car
I found a 2004 6mt w/navi with 77k miles for under 8 grand a few months back. The maintenance and fuel economy drove me away though. Too much of a compromise for not that much power. I didn't end up buying a sport coupe but if I had I think I would have gone with a Mustang Gt instead. I also found several Rx8's with engine rebuilds below 90k miles so that didn't look fun.
just a few points its 231bhp not 250bhp, 0-60 in around 6 seconds not 7 unless its the auto, the 350Z does not do it in 5.5 seconds
I have an rx8 and I did 0-60 in about 6.7 secs and my tires were bald af. Now that rotary is somewhat dead in my garage plan to fix sometime soon. its an 05 6MT. I also have a 2003 350z stock and I do 0-60 in about 5.3 seconds. so he is right.
Fernando V hes not right, i can get about 6.1 outta my rx8, you obliviously cant launch properly, and your 350z does not do it in 5.3, more like 5.8, get a better timer
Rx 8 if u drive in high revs, it is actually file saving, but the higher th revs the more oil consumption to lubricate the rotors! ....(proud RX8 owner 107k miles, no issues)
You gotta give credit to that little rotary making that much power at 1.3 L. That's amazing! Spend 5 grand on a turbo and you will have one hell of a light little car with well over 350hp. The sound of a rotary with a loud exhaust is eargasmic!!!
5 thousand on a turbo? I don't know what turbos you buy but i got a 1200hp turbo off induction performance for $1875
These engines are lousy for turbocharging. The excess heat is a real problem.
I spoke with my local rotary specialist and he just shook his head and said 'don't do it'.
If you want big horsepower don't get an RX-8, that's not what it's about. It's a great sports car just the way it is.
For turbocharging you need to build the engine specifically, with lower compression. That will cost you a fortune, but it can be done. But you should avoid the temptation to slap on a turbo to a stock renesis engine!
btw, just as a point of comparison I used GT5 to compare stock v8 M3 and RX-8. Just putting slicks on the RX-8 vs sports hard on the M3 I can get better laptimes on Laguna Seca. I haven't tried it on Tsukuba yet as I'm fooling around with GT6 (doing my licenses) but you get the point: the RX-8 is bloody quick on the track, because it weighs a lot less than many more powerful cars.
For trackdays I use slicks plus competition brake pads. Lovely. :)
It's not a 1.3
Stuart Lowry 1312 cc is 1.3L
Mark Ferris here its cclaases as a 2.6 which is wrong too. The ACTUAL displacement for the rx8 is 3924 as each rotor face is 654cc. 2 rotors x 3 rotor faces at 654cc is 3.924 ltr.
there is another downside that didn't get mentioned. the renesis motor in the first gen rx-8's have a tendency to flood if shut off cold before hitting operating temperature. just be mindful to let the car heat up or high rev it a few times if you're taking a quick trip. other than that, i love mine.
Flooding rotary engines is a symptom of a poorly maintained ignition system. It is advisable NOT to shut it down when the engine is still warming up, but it really is symptoms of a bigger problem.
Better than the Top Gear review.! Can't wait to get it and put a Borla Cat Back on it!
for all the hate these cars get, I'm fairly sure 80% of the people badmouthing these cars have never owned one, no rx8 owner would badmouth their car.
Mine is on way from auction..so exited
only major problem ive noticed with my rx8 is that the exhaust runs right down the middle causing all your cold drinks to get real warm real fast and the shifter boot just plumes heat causing your hands to get sweaty
Good job man, nice video
Yes a return to the old style!! Keep it up
man 2theredline is doing just fine
great review!! im sold on this car!! good job!!
I really like this style, it reminds me of the earlier days.
Thanks for this video man. I'm thinking about purchasing this car.
+Jordan Mahone same here.........that crap is calling me so badly. I have a saab 93 now.
Now I Know What Kind Of First Car I Want Once I'm 15 Or 16
0-60 is 5.9-6.3sec. the oil consumption isn't that bad I only use about 1/2 qt per every 4 tanks of gas. and the power is readily available from a stand still. the car will spin all the way into 3rd gear, the only thing he has 100% correct on this video is thagt the cars handleing is second to NONE!! it is firmly planted on the road and only waivers and gets goofy when you WANT it to. awesome car sheer driving pleasure!
Every good thing about this car is surprising apparently
Reading my comments, it would appear I'm biased against 8s. This is not the case in the slightest. I am currently in a situation where I MAY need a rebuild, which would not be the cheaper option, as I have recently lost my job, it is also the most unlikely option, but I know 100% in my heart that if it were entirely up to me, I would not be parting ways with her and would everything in ny power to make sure that she was not another statistic.
my neighbor's RX-8 is about to go in for a second engine rebuild @ 110K. Cool car, unique, but needs a lot of help to stay driveable, unlike my S2000 which i only worry about where i park it, and feeding it a little oil every 1000miles.
btw, drifting and handling "like on rails" in a lower-powered car are mutually exclusive.... it's all about grip vs. torque. A lower-powered car needs skinnier tires that grip LESS in order to drift at all (FR-S/RX8/S2K). A high-powered car just needs to find the right slip angle to break 'em loose, and the driver's skill to keep drifiting in oppo.
shaft9000 yes the engines can go out if you don't treat them like your first born child. BUT when they do go out they are easier to replace and cost significantly less than any car I have ever worked on. To be honest a rx8 owner has to be insane to love their car and I do love my rx8 including the engine rebuilds that are inevitable and really make the relationship between car and driver that much more intimate.
I cherp second all the time.. I love my rx8
2021 Im still watching this video!
I literally own this car...mine has 44k, does drink a 1/2 quart of oil every three fill-ups. I get about 17 in town, but just 22/23hwy. I love it because I have to tinker a bit and it holds my two kids with no issues. Warming engine is crucial along with full oil changes...apex seals need to stay fresh. I'm wondering about the clutch comment...I love the shifting. Mazda had spec'd the car with 265hp but new EPA rules killed that so you get 238. 0-60? 6.3-6.5 easy
My current car I have a black rx8 gt... and my next car is the G37s or IPL coupe black of course.. I love ur reviews..
Dream Car :)
Same here ^_^
Przeciętny Polak I just bought your dream car :p
migue deschenes Congrats! I ended up getting a vr-4. I really hope you enjoy the rx-8, its a very unique car ;)
Przeciętny Polak Thanks! :) I confirm, this is a unique car! :) Also enjoy your car! this is a very good car too :)
migue deschenes dude how's the fuel economy on the car? I'm considering buying one but a comment above just made me re-think....as a college student i want a shiny sportscar but no compromises on the fuel consumption...can't have all my money buying the car some gas
Theres your Honda @ 9:01!!
Eric MK4 Jetta 🤣🤣🤣🤣
great review thx
love ur older work
Given this a like without watching the video. Love the RX-8!!
That triangle in the hold is actually meant to be a sort of cushion if you hit someone. Don't ask me how that works.
Very well done Sofyan!
MAZDA RX9 CONCEPT COMING TODAY
+CognizantxNight It was revealed 1 month ago. Google "RX Vision".
Surprisingly you did a review for this car! lol
PLEASE keep this format/style.
I think I'll get on once I'm finished with my s14
"Unless you're driving it like you stole it" Hahaha Lovd It
you know many of you complain about the Rx-8 but it really sounds like your lazy these cars are for car enthusiast's for people who love to take care of their cars not lazy people like all of you saying negative stuff.
martin montalvo agreed 100%.
i keep saying....KEEP HATING SO I CAN HAVE MORE!
PROUD owner of the 2004. GT 6sp (is there really a choice) MICA BLUE. sunroof and Spare (heard very high price option?)
anyway....LOYALITY FOR TRUE DRIVING. dedication to keep it at peak performance .
completely agree that ya HAVTA Keep up with this Cars Maintenance and LEARN....DO LOTS OF HOMEWORK.
i wish i had with my FIRST WANKEL....but....WATER/BRIDGE....now i know....NEVER BABY THE WANKEL. FEED THE WANKEL. HOLD AND LOVE THE WANKEL.....and holy crap....just YOU....THE WANKEL AND THE 50/50 Balance of the RX-8....
you really do find yourself TRYING to come up with reasons to drive it again.
BORN IN HIROSHIMA JAPAN.....THE SPIRITS DICTATE THAT AT LEAST ONE GREMLIN COMES FACTORY INSTALLED. Your Job is to be prepared when SAID GREMLIN shows up....AND FIX IT.
they ARE worthy.
thx. DG...2004/2008 RX-8 Owner. 🇺🇸😎
calm down m8
Dude yes!
This car is from Need For Speed Most Wanted 2005 game
NFS Carbon yepp
Yep
Underground
Yep =)
No, it's from real life
Btw, I'm liking the way you made this video. I hope you can stick with it. :) great video!
yes, please keep doing the videos like this
From my understanding Mazda stated that the RX-8 is NOT a successor to the RX-7 but just another RX line of sport cars.
Great review, but you got to love this car to buy one. My biggest problem will be that 93 octane drinking problem...
Good review straight forward n to the point
i love this review styleeeee
There is no push button start but there IS a keyless start. I have a 2010 and it's not a button but still not a key.
Great vid!! Miss my RX-8.
That is exactly how I feel about the 2006 Honda Accord 2.4 5AT.
Please keep the first person view. A lot more personal and gives the feeling of actually sitting in the vehicle.
He's saying rare like he got a 1969 Camaro
Killua Zoldyck They aren't rare tho XD
ALT Spitfire This was so long ago lol
Killua Zoldyck Oh yeah, so it was.
Killua Zoldyck when is the new anime starting wtf
Android unlimited Hunter x Hunter?
Doesn't feel fast? I've driven one and it's far from "slow" ... get that rev up to around 9000 and you will know what I mean.. it's meant to be revved high..
I still having fun with my RX8 :D
Beautiful car and amazing handling but i was discouraged to buy it due to the lack of power and notorious flooding issues ended up with a Honda S2000. Great car nonetheless
The S is great, excellent handling good power and decent mpg. although it is uncomfortable on long trips due to the rough ride and loud noise (no sound insulation in cabin) it is really fun. Ive driven the rx8 extensively and it too has amazing handling the only problem is the power it feels a lot slower compared to the S because it doesnt have variable valve timing. both great cars tho the rx8 is very comfortable.
Awesome Review Of 2004 Mazda RX-8. 😀
I would have taken the 350Z over a RX-8 anyday. I heard the Rotary engine is very needy. There was an article that stated that you would have to keep adding engine oil weekly because the engine design tends to use up oil quickly.
Great review keep it up
Awesome video! I shall request a Volkswagen Phaeton in this style (although I think I've already requested this lol).
one thing i heard about these cars, is that u should never start it up and then turn it off instantly, b/c u can risk flooding the engine. is that b/c of the Renesis rotary engine? IDK...
True. When the engine is cold - i.e. the car’s been sitting overnight - you should let it warm up first before turning it off to avoid chance of flooding it. Takes about 3 minutes to warm up. (Note that you only need to do this when engine is stone cold. If engine was running any time over last several hours, you can start it up and turn it right off same as any ordinary car.)
If I were Mazda, I'd put a flat-4 in the next generation RX-8. It would fit the car perfectly.
i have driven both the Manuel and auto of this car (one from 06 other from 09) and in both the power delivery is really not smooth, its more clunky / sloppy. it has no power until you hit 7600 / 8000 RPM and when it comes in it almost gives a torque steer like FWD car (due to being to strange of power band) the MPG (for you Americans) is terrible i was getting around 16 / 19 and i was burning a quart of oil every month... honestly for the same money i was able to get a 95 camaro ss and im much happier with it... plus it gets similar MPG and im in Europe :) (more rare here)
Back to the classic style of reviewing :]
Sofyan, this style of reviewing is only for the used cars, right?