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10-21-2014, 06:15 PM
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Hi , everyone im ordinary lol but i have been in love with rotary engines for a long time ever since fast and the furus back in 07 with doms rx7 now thag im of age to get a well my first car the first thing i went to was a rx8 now after reading up on the car i found it had engine problems such as flooding and compression loss etc etc like ive literally studdied this car for a whole week day in day put and found out it was as smple as a better starter , amore powerful ignition system pretty much sold me 
i will be getting a rx8 in 3 months thanks to the rx8 club of cpurse for "enlightening" me !! Seriously thank u guys
i will be getting a rx8 in 3 months thanks to the rx8 club of cpurse for "enlightening" me !! Seriously thank u guys
10-21-2014, 06:27 PM
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OP,
First and foremost, welcome to the forum. Many of us (myself included) do not suggest an RX8 as a first car. Usually because first car's end up being destroyed. Also that the RX8 is a very involved car. This isn't something that can be neglected like a civic. The oil changes, plugs, coils, coolant. Everything must be checked frequently and changed as well in order to keep this car running correctly.
If you are saying what i think your saying in your above post that "low compresion" can be fixed with a better starter and a better ignition system. Then you need to re read whatever is was you read before because you couldn't be more wrong. It's a short term fix for a long term problem. Thats the same as putting a bandaid on a knife wound.
Read this thread completely before you make any decision.
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-f...t-here-202454/
Hope that helps
Travis
First and foremost, welcome to the forum. Many of us (myself included) do not suggest an RX8 as a first car. Usually because first car's end up being destroyed. Also that the RX8 is a very involved car. This isn't something that can be neglected like a civic. The oil changes, plugs, coils, coolant. Everything must be checked frequently and changed as well in order to keep this car running correctly.
If you are saying what i think your saying in your above post that "low compresion" can be fixed with a better starter and a better ignition system. Then you need to re read whatever is was you read before because you couldn't be more wrong. It's a short term fix for a long term problem. Thats the same as putting a bandaid on a knife wound.
Read this thread completely before you make any decision.
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-f...t-here-202454/
Hope that helps
Travis
10-21-2014, 06:32 PM
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The RX8 would make a bad choice for a first car. Get a miata if you want something less finicky and with on par handling. I said this recently.
I'm 10,000% sure that as a kid that's allowed to pick his first car you're looking for something super cool that you can compare to other people's cars and let the girls realize "wow, he's a much cooler than other guys because his car is so cool #icanteven!"
I do not think this car is for you, it is easily the best handling car in it's price range, and would be "easy" to learn on, but it's incredibly difficult and fiddly compared to pretty much anything. If your parents are anything like mine they probably won't do any research much beyond "4 door, 1.3L, high crash test rating, great handling, wow this is the perfect car." It has very high failure rates for critical components compared to pretty much anything, and repairs get expensive fast.
Maintenance is a pain, and really not an undertaking for someone that's more concerned about what that dream last night meant. Something that is more forgiving with maintenance and reliability will go a very long way in preparing you for something as unique as the rx8. I personally don't even understand why the hell they let kids drive at your age this country, it's not safe and literally none of them drive well.
You will also run into the problem of showing off (don't even try to argue, you will), since it's a high powered sports car. This will lead you to either destroying the vehicle or killing yourself and others.
IMHO, don't even consider the 8 as a first car, you will destroy it and it will be horrifyingly expensive to maintain and keep running (expect 15mpg if you drive like a dying old lady). Make a deal with your parents or something so that if you keep a cheap beater Honda running for a year they'll buy you a nicer car, once you have another year of driving experience you'll be more prepared to make a decision on the kind of car that you want (low torque, high power rotaries are not for the faint of heart, or children, some even prefer Isuzu v6's).
Source: I'm 19 and I started out on a shitty Hyundai and forced myself to be a good driver in order to not kill myself (Fwd on terrible tires and 3 star crash test rating with dysfunctional airbags FTW).
I do not think this car is for you, it is easily the best handling car in it's price range, and would be "easy" to learn on, but it's incredibly difficult and fiddly compared to pretty much anything. If your parents are anything like mine they probably won't do any research much beyond "4 door, 1.3L, high crash test rating, great handling, wow this is the perfect car." It has very high failure rates for critical components compared to pretty much anything, and repairs get expensive fast.
Maintenance is a pain, and really not an undertaking for someone that's more concerned about what that dream last night meant. Something that is more forgiving with maintenance and reliability will go a very long way in preparing you for something as unique as the rx8. I personally don't even understand why the hell they let kids drive at your age this country, it's not safe and literally none of them drive well.
You will also run into the problem of showing off (don't even try to argue, you will), since it's a high powered sports car. This will lead you to either destroying the vehicle or killing yourself and others.
IMHO, don't even consider the 8 as a first car, you will destroy it and it will be horrifyingly expensive to maintain and keep running (expect 15mpg if you drive like a dying old lady). Make a deal with your parents or something so that if you keep a cheap beater Honda running for a year they'll buy you a nicer car, once you have another year of driving experience you'll be more prepared to make a decision on the kind of car that you want (low torque, high power rotaries are not for the faint of heart, or children, some even prefer Isuzu v6's).
Source: I'm 19 and I started out on a shitty Hyundai and forced myself to be a good driver in order to not kill myself (Fwd on terrible tires and 3 star crash test rating with dysfunctional airbags FTW).
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10-21-2014, 08:59 PM
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you guys are mistaken you must take me as a new kid who doesnt know anything about cars. i grant i do need to do more hw on the rx8 but i work on cars all day and rotary engines i am relatively new to them but i read for countless hours of them and the "starter" solution i actually read it on this site! Even then im not some preppy kid who wont get oil on his clothes im very much opposite to me this is just a car that requires attention which im very much able to give. so this car wont be a 1st car itll most likely be THEEE car till im way older.
10-21-2014, 09:05 PM
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OP,
First and foremost, welcome to the forum. Many of us (myself included) do not suggest an RX8 as a first car. Usually because first car's end up being destroyed. Also that the RX8 is a very involved car. This isn't something that can be neglected like a civic. The oil changes, plugs, coils, coolant. Everything must be checked frequently and changed as well in order to keep this car running correctly.
If you are saying what i think your saying in your above post that "low compresion" can be fixed with a better starter and a better ignition system. Then you need to re read whatever is was you read before because you couldn't be more wrong. It's a short term fix for a long term problem. Thats the same as putting a bandaid on a knife wound.
Read this thread completely before you make any decision.
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-f...t-here-202454/
Hope that helps
Travis
First and foremost, welcome to the forum. Many of us (myself included) do not suggest an RX8 as a first car. Usually because first car's end up being destroyed. Also that the RX8 is a very involved car. This isn't something that can be neglected like a civic. The oil changes, plugs, coils, coolant. Everything must be checked frequently and changed as well in order to keep this car running correctly.
If you are saying what i think your saying in your above post that "low compresion" can be fixed with a better starter and a better ignition system. Then you need to re read whatever is was you read before because you couldn't be more wrong. It's a short term fix for a long term problem. Thats the same as putting a bandaid on a knife wound.
Read this thread completely before you make any decision.
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-f...t-here-202454/
Hope that helps
Travis
10-21-2014, 09:08 PM
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10-21-2014, 10:02 PM
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I honestly like you allot better than the 16 year old kid that was asking around about a week ago. I really do hope you can stay, it's a great car, but as a member of this forum it's kind of up to us to convince people to not buy this car, especially to someone who doesn't have much experience.
Let's say you're totally set in this car, read the new/potential owners thread at least twice, slowly, a few days apart. Then we're going to ask you how much you're willing to spend.
How much are you willing to spend? A good quality car can be found for around $5k without too many issues and fair compression. Stay far away from cars with the 4 port engine, and my personal recommendation to stay away from automatics all together.
Then we'll tell you that no matter what you pick, assuming you pick one with good compression, expect spend $1k-$2k fixing issues that aren't immediately apparent.
If you plan on hanging around here (you're welcome to) try adding capitalization
Let's say you're totally set in this car, read the new/potential owners thread at least twice, slowly, a few days apart. Then we're going to ask you how much you're willing to spend.
How much are you willing to spend? A good quality car can be found for around $5k without too many issues and fair compression. Stay far away from cars with the 4 port engine, and my personal recommendation to stay away from automatics all together.
Then we'll tell you that no matter what you pick, assuming you pick one with good compression, expect spend $1k-$2k fixing issues that aren't immediately apparent.
If you plan on hanging around here (you're welcome to) try adding capitalization
10-21-2014, 10:41 PM
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My first advice would be to learn how to spell and use proper punctuation. I had ALOT of trouble just trying to read your first post. If you want people around here to take you seriously, then take the time to write properly!
And just because you spend all day long working on cars doesnt mean much. This is a totally unique car to any other out there, make sure you do your homework and know what your getting involved in.
Also, take some time to make a budget and plan your yearly costs, not just the cost of the 8 itself. The maintenance, gas, premix, etc. can get pretty pricey for someone who may not have a lot of extra income. I know I couldnt afford this car in my late teens, I can hardly afford it in my late 20's!
And just because you spend all day long working on cars doesnt mean much. This is a totally unique car to any other out there, make sure you do your homework and know what your getting involved in.
Also, take some time to make a budget and plan your yearly costs, not just the cost of the 8 itself. The maintenance, gas, premix, etc. can get pretty pricey for someone who may not have a lot of extra income. I know I couldnt afford this car in my late teens, I can hardly afford it in my late 20's!
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10-21-2014, 11:40 PM
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Goodluck to you man. Would be nice to have another younger guy here on the forums. I myself got my 8 last year and have learned they are not the easiest to maintain. But that being said, it also isn't the most difficult car to maintain. Just stay on schedule with everything and always have some extra cash on hand. Things will break. Rx8 parts are not cheap. There are DIYs for just about everything.
Goodluck to ya!
Goodluck to ya!
10-22-2014, 06:25 PM
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Life After 8K RPM....
As mentioned earlier, utilize the 3 months you have wisely. Read everything on rx8, especially that new potential owner's thread. The more you are educated on the subject the better decision you'll be able to make.
Rx8 is a phenomenal car, its been rated in top 10 handling cars for under $100K, looks sleek, drives great but like all other good things, it comes with a catch and strings attached; maintenance, care and commitment.
I read everything on this forum and browsed other sources for 2 years before buying my rx8, and I've already had my 8 for 2 years now and still got a lot more to learn :-) that's how unique this car is.
For any questions or clarifications you may need, ask here you'll get a ton of help, but make sure you show respect to people who are trying to help ya out.
All the best
Rx8 is a phenomenal car, its been rated in top 10 handling cars for under $100K, looks sleek, drives great but like all other good things, it comes with a catch and strings attached; maintenance, care and commitment.
I read everything on this forum and browsed other sources for 2 years before buying my rx8, and I've already had my 8 for 2 years now and still got a lot more to learn :-) that's how unique this car is.
For any questions or clarifications you may need, ask here you'll get a ton of help, but make sure you show respect to people who are trying to help ya out.
All the best
10-22-2014, 08:45 PM
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I have owned seven rotary Mazdas and I welcome you. Listen to the good advice folks are giving you. The RX8 is unique to own and maintain unlike ANY car you have worked on. And it can be expensive for anyone on a limited budget. Read that New and Potential Owners thread and get that compression test BEFORE you buy or else be ready to spend $3000-$5000 on an engine if you buy a "bargain". We see here almost every week an excited new owner that bought a used older RX8 at "a steal" WITHOUT DOING A COMPRESSION TEST BEFORE , and then found out there was a failing engine to repair along with other issues.
I personally don't recommend this car for a first car. I had driven my family's cars for years but my first car to personally own was a RX3 back in 1973 , but they were a lot simpler to own and maintain back then and even though I considered myself a car guy and had worked to maintain the family cars, I still had a steep learning curve to learn to properly maintain a rotary. RX8s are very sophisticated and unique and can be complicated for a first time rotary owner, even with car experience. We are all here to help if you are still set on getting one, just PLEASE get that compression test beforehand.
I personally don't recommend this car for a first car. I had driven my family's cars for years but my first car to personally own was a RX3 back in 1973 , but they were a lot simpler to own and maintain back then and even though I considered myself a car guy and had worked to maintain the family cars, I still had a steep learning curve to learn to properly maintain a rotary. RX8s are very sophisticated and unique and can be complicated for a first time rotary owner, even with car experience. We are all here to help if you are still set on getting one, just PLEASE get that compression test beforehand.
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