Buying a used 2004 RX-8
06-17-2013, 11:59 AM
#1
New Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Buying a used 2004 RX-8
Hello,
I am currently looking to buy a used 2004 Mazda RX-8 and I was wondering if anyone had any tips on inspecting and checking the car out before I buy it. Any advice is appreciated in advance.
I am currently looking to buy a used 2004 Mazda RX-8 and I was wondering if anyone had any tips on inspecting and checking the car out before I buy it. Any advice is appreciated in advance.
06-17-2013, 12:06 PM
#2
FULLY SEMI AUTOMATIC
iTrader: (9)
compression test at a mazda dealer. check for wrecks and normal stuff you would check on any other car. make sure it has all the current flashes. are you buying from a dealer or private? auto or mt? mileage?
06-17-2013, 12:31 PM
#4
New Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I am buying for a dealer and the car has 111,790 miles and it is a 6-speed manual
06-17-2013, 12:32 PM
#5
New Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Here's a good start, add a compression test to the list: http://www.popularmechanics.com/cm/p...-checklist.pdf
06-17-2013, 12:33 PM
#6
FULLY SEMI AUTOMATIC
iTrader: (9)
a mazda dealer? they are the only dealers that can do a comp test on a rotary. (usually)
06-17-2013, 12:39 PM
#7
New Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
It is from a local dealer. I am assuming it was a trade in. From the pictures provided the interior is in great shape, same with the exterior.
Here is the autotrader link.
Cars for Sale: 2004 Mazda RX-8 in FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22405: Coupe Details - 346389522 - AutoTrader.com
06-17-2013, 12:42 PM
#8
New Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The other one I am looking at is
Cars for Sale: 2004 Mazda RX-8 in FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22405: Coupe Details - 339752237 - AutoTrader.com
This has a few more miles, but I like the color more.
Cars for Sale: 2004 Mazda RX-8 in FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22405: Coupe Details - 339752237 - AutoTrader.com
This has a few more miles, but I like the color more.
06-17-2013, 12:50 PM
#9
FULLY SEMI AUTOMATIC
iTrader: (9)
again only a mazda dealer can do a propper compression test on a rotary engine unless its a rotary shop. most dealers do not have the tool to do the test. at those mileages you should get a comp test.
06-18-2013, 12:43 AM
#12
I HATE SPEEDBUMPS!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Mr.Durden
RX-8's For Sale/Wanted
4
08-12-2015 02:21 PM
