RX-8 or S2k
10-01-2003, 06:32 AM
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Originally posted by Dugless
I probably shouldn't post this but I got my 8 with everything except leather and NAV for 30,500!! (a hair over 33 out the door). That included the performance package (Bigger brakes, 6 spd w/ short throw) ground kit and spoiler (apperance package), moonroof, Bose audio, spare tire kit, HID headlights, etc... it's pretty much loaded.
The S2000 I looked at was 34, 500, and with the 8 you get a lot more car.
Don't get me wrong, the S2K was a blast to drive (I actually got pulled over during my test drive and escorted back to the dealership, but that's a different story!!)
I probably shouldn't post this but I got my 8 with everything except leather and NAV for 30,500!! (a hair over 33 out the door). That included the performance package (Bigger brakes, 6 spd w/ short throw) ground kit and spoiler (apperance package), moonroof, Bose audio, spare tire kit, HID headlights, etc... it's pretty much loaded.
The S2000 I looked at was 34, 500, and with the 8 you get a lot more car.
Don't get me wrong, the S2K was a blast to drive (I actually got pulled over during my test drive and escorted back to the dealership, but that's a different story!!)
10-01-2003, 12:27 PM
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I want a 4 seater.
And I want lots of mods.
Then I guess thats both...but at age 18 I dont think the insurance rate for the s2000 would be low as the rx-8. I like both cars so before I buy the car on janurary I'll see which car is cheaper in insurance. The car price really doesnt matter to me.
And I want lots of mods.
Then I guess thats both...but at age 18 I dont think the insurance rate for the s2000 would be low as the rx-8. I like both cars so before I buy the car on janurary I'll see which car is cheaper in insurance. The car price really doesnt matter to me.
10-01-2003, 02:19 PM
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Im payin for everything...thats y....I can pay up to at least $700~800 a month /w out insurance. But my friend whos a manager at the infinti dealer told me that if i get a s2k n put the insurance all to me or somthin im going to be paying up to at least $300 a month. Thats a $1000 a month...
10-01-2003, 04:41 PM
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The GT (grand touring) is the same as the touring edition minus the leather, so in a way you're right. The touring is the GT without the leather. They both have moonroofs. I'm not sure what the GS is.
I thought $1,300 was a little steep for the grade of leather they were asking for.
BTW, I live in Southern California.
I thought $1,300 was a little steep for the grade of leather they were asking for.
BTW, I live in Southern California.
10-01-2003, 05:50 PM
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If I wanted a car to mod heavily, I wouldn't get either. I would probably get an Evolution and make it stupid fast.
The rx8 and s2000 are awesome performers, but I just wouldn't want to change them up too much because they are so well balanced stock (well..maybe some Mazdaspeed goodies for the 8..heh).
The rx8 and s2000 are awesome performers, but I just wouldn't want to change them up too much because they are so well balanced stock (well..maybe some Mazdaspeed goodies for the 8..heh).
10-01-2003, 06:12 PM
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Originally posted by Dugless
The GT (grand touring) is the same as the touring edition minus the leather, so in a way you're right. The touring is the GT without the leather. They both have moonroofs. I'm not sure what the GS is.
I thought $1,300 was a little steep for the grade of leather they were asking for.
BTW, I live in Southern California.
The GT (grand touring) is the same as the touring edition minus the leather, so in a way you're right. The touring is the GT without the leather. They both have moonroofs. I'm not sure what the GS is.
I thought $1,300 was a little steep for the grade of leather they were asking for.
BTW, I live in Southern California.
Basically, most of the money goes to the seat.
10-02-2003, 12:17 AM
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Alright...enought about the cars...I want them both actaully...but I can only get one...
Im 18 and if I get one of the other car how much insurance would I be paying for the year? I heard that If I put all the family name? or somthin in the insurance thingy it gets cheaper. I want the rx-8 but some one told me the rx-8 and the s2k have the same insurance rate...
Im 18 and if I get one of the other car how much insurance would I be paying for the year? I heard that If I put all the family name? or somthin in the insurance thingy it gets cheaper. I want the rx-8 but some one told me the rx-8 and the s2k have the same insurance rate...
10-02-2003, 09:57 AM
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Originally posted by cRazYToM_E
Alright...enought about the cars...I want them both actaully...but I can only get one...
Im 18 and if I get one of the other car how much insurance would I be paying for the year? I heard that If I put all the family name? or somthin in the insurance thingy it gets cheaper. I want the rx-8 but some one told me the rx-8 and the s2k have the same insurance rate...
Alright...enought about the cars...I want them both actaully...but I can only get one...
Im 18 and if I get one of the other car how much insurance would I be paying for the year? I heard that If I put all the family name? or somthin in the insurance thingy it gets cheaper. I want the rx-8 but some one told me the rx-8 and the s2k have the same insurance rate...
Let your parents call the insurance company and ask to add you to their policy (are you working?? 'cause your parents premium might go up as well)
Drive responsibly no matter what.
10-08-2003, 09:29 PM
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I was considering a 350Z and a Rx-8. However, both cars were out of my price range. Then I was leaning more toward a new Celica GTS. During that process, I came across a 2002 S2k with 2,000 miles for 25,000 and bought that (no brainer). The S2k is an incredible car. Interior is plain but high quality and very ergonomic. Less tiring to drive than my MR2 suprisingly. I find it keeps me out of trouble with the police because I rarely go above 6k unless I need to. I tend to pamper my cars so I drive like grandma! Under 6k, it is peppy because of the short gearing but not fast. Over 6k, the car pulls very hard, especially in the lower gears. I find it suits my power tastes perfectly. I am not looking to modify the car and race it. I wanted a car that had plenty of power when I needed it in traffic and for the ocassional brisk drive. Since I am a single guy living on my own and not driving to work, practicality is not my main concern. That may change in a few years so I might as well get it out of my system now...!!
Under 6k, it is peppy because of the short gearing but not fast. Over 6k, the car pulls very hard, especially in the lower gears. I find it suits my power tastes perfectly. I am not looking to modify the car and race it. I wanted a car that had plenty of power when I needed it in traffic and for the ocassional brisk drive. Since I am a single guy living on my own and not driving to work, practicality is not my main concern. That may change in a few years so I might as well get it out of my system now...!!
10-17-2003, 11:27 PM
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Originally posted by cRazYToM_E
hrm...ill go test drive the s2k and the rx-8 before I buy it...I know someone who is a manager at a infinit dealer and he said he would not recommend any rotary engine. He said they have too much problems and so on...
hrm...ill go test drive the s2k and the rx-8 before I buy it...I know someone who is a manager at a infinit dealer and he said he would not recommend any rotary engine. He said they have too much problems and so on...
10-18-2003, 03:41 PM
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lol, looks like we have visitors from s2ki.com in here:p
anyways, i would personally get the s2k. but if you're gonna get a car for 'mod' purposes, neither car is ideal at this point in time.
the s2k is already very well designed, any kind of mods would yield minimal gains unless you're thinking of going FI. in which case thats a decent chunk of money.
the rx8 is still too new, so it has very little aftermarket behind it.
what i think is a bit strange is... you want to 'heavily mod' one of these cars, yet you're scared of insurance? why do u have such a meager budget for insurance, yet you have such a large budget for 'heavily modding' your car?
anyways, i would personally get the s2k. but if you're gonna get a car for 'mod' purposes, neither car is ideal at this point in time.
the s2k is already very well designed, any kind of mods would yield minimal gains unless you're thinking of going FI. in which case thats a decent chunk of money.
the rx8 is still too new, so it has very little aftermarket behind it.
what i think is a bit strange is... you want to 'heavily mod' one of these cars, yet you're scared of insurance? why do u have such a meager budget for insurance, yet you have such a large budget for 'heavily modding' your car?
10-18-2003, 06:16 PM
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Originally posted by elusiv
lol, looks like we have visitors from s2ki.com in here:p
anyways, i would personally get the s2k. but if you're gonna get a car for 'mod' purposes, neither car is ideal at this point in time.
the s2k is already very well designed, any kind of mods would yield minimal gains unless you're thinking of going FI. in which case thats a decent chunk of money.
the rx8 is still too new, so it has very little aftermarket behind it.
what i think is a bit strange is... you want to 'heavily mod' one of these cars, yet you're scared of insurance? why do u have such a meager budget for insurance, yet you have such a large budget for 'heavily modding' your car?
lol, looks like we have visitors from s2ki.com in here:p
anyways, i would personally get the s2k. but if you're gonna get a car for 'mod' purposes, neither car is ideal at this point in time.
the s2k is already very well designed, any kind of mods would yield minimal gains unless you're thinking of going FI. in which case thats a decent chunk of money.
the rx8 is still too new, so it has very little aftermarket behind it.
what i think is a bit strange is... you want to 'heavily mod' one of these cars, yet you're scared of insurance? why do u have such a meager budget for insurance, yet you have such a large budget for 'heavily modding' your car?
I love the sound of that F20C at 9krpms though and the hard kick at 6000rpms though
10-18-2003, 06:37 PM
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Originally posted by elusiv
why do u have such a meager budget for insurance, yet you have such a large budget for 'heavily modding' your car? [/B]
why do u have such a meager budget for insurance, yet you have such a large budget for 'heavily modding' your car? [/B]
insurance is mundane and modding is just so addicting
10-18-2003, 08:43 PM
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The '04 has a little more torque but same HP, the gearing was changed to deal with the lower redline and more torque. The verdict it still out on "faster" if it is faster it won't be MUCH faster, .1 secs in 1/4 maybe I don't know.
But with the added weight of the bigger engine I'm not sure if the handling is thrown off. Although they changed the suspension to compensate too.
But with the added weight of the bigger engine I'm not sure if the handling is thrown off. Although they changed the suspension to compensate too.