04 Auto RX-8
10-05-2006 | 03:02 PM
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04 Auto RX-8
Im looking to get a 04 RX-8. I cant seem to find much info about some of the stuff it offers. Like HID lights etcs. Powerwise I know its slow like 7.5 0-60. what could I do cheaply or most expensive to make it quicker. Please inform me. 
10-05-2006 | 03:44 PM
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Base comes with"
16 in wheels
100 watt stereo/cd 6 speakers
automatic
4 disc brakes
power locks
power windows
anti theft
Sports package adds:
Xenon lights
Fog lights
DSC and traction control
Limited slip Diff.
18 in wheels
larger front brakes
and sports tuned suspension.
Touring package adds:
sports package
300 watt bose 9 speaker system
power sliding moon roof
auto dimming mirror with homelink system
Grand touring pakge adds:
touring package
leather
8-way driver power seat with lumbar
heated front seats
heated mirrors
(and on the 06's) advanced keyless entry and start system
Shinka package adds:
Grand touring package
Sirius radio with 1 year sub.
Urethane foam injected suspension crossmembers
Unique leather
6-disc in dash cd
Bright alloy wheels
leather wrapped parking brake handle
Shinka B-pillar applique
Hope this clears things up... and get the manual...
16 in wheels
100 watt stereo/cd 6 speakers
automatic
4 disc brakes
power locks
power windows
anti theft
Sports package adds:
Xenon lights
Fog lights
DSC and traction control
Limited slip Diff.
18 in wheels
larger front brakes
and sports tuned suspension.
Touring package adds:
sports package
300 watt bose 9 speaker system
power sliding moon roof
auto dimming mirror with homelink system
Grand touring pakge adds:
touring package
leather
8-way driver power seat with lumbar
heated front seats
heated mirrors
(and on the 06's) advanced keyless entry and start system
Shinka package adds:
Grand touring package
Sirius radio with 1 year sub.
Urethane foam injected suspension crossmembers
Unique leather
6-disc in dash cd
Bright alloy wheels
leather wrapped parking brake handle
Shinka B-pillar applique
Hope this clears things up... and get the manual...
10-05-2006 | 06:00 PM
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From: Charleston, SC
Originally Posted by Bilsac
Thanks for the input, but this is based on an auto no manual option. So what could I do to make it quicker and how quick is the auto? 7.5 seems kinda high, my friend's mirage runs that.
search the following:
Pettit Racing
Hymee
or just drop by the aftermarket performance section (and subsections). All relevant threads are on the first page(s)
and 7.5 is the best you'll ever see stock.
10-05-2006 | 11:00 PM
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From: San Antonio
Take it from me a previous owner of an auto 8. Just don't get one. Over time you slowly regret it. It's not a bad car at all it drives nice, but now that I have a manual I regret buying the auto.
10-05-2006 | 11:23 PM
#16
Bummed, but bring on OU!
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From: Charleston, SC
Originally Posted by 04blue-8
Take it from me a previous owner of an auto 8. Just don't get one. Over time you slowly regret it. It's not a bad car at all it drives nice, but now that I have a manual I regret buying the auto.
Take it from a current owner of an auto 8. Get one if that's what you want. 68k miles and 3 years with no regrets.
. There's absolutely no reason to regret a vehicle purchase (well, maybe if you get a lemon). There's this thing called a test drive.
10-05-2006 | 11:45 PM
#17
'03 Dodge Viper
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: University of Maryland
I have no problem with my AT, and do not intend to switch. I test drove the manual...I just don't find shifting adds much to the experience for me.
Most people will say that the MT is more fun and better in general.
Most people will say that the MT is more fun and better in general.
10-05-2006 | 11:52 PM
#20
Stuck in a love triangle
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From: Miami, FL
I tried taking the convenient route, and while automatic was more convenient for my lifestyle at the time after totaling my last manual car, 2 years of owning that 4 speed automatic was enough for me. I didn't mind so much the first year, but as more time went by, I couldn't take the snail paced acceleration anymore. 
But I'll admit that it took SEVERAL test drives for me to really appreciate the manual RX-8. The first couple times I test drove the 6 speed while getting my automatic serviced, I wasn't terribly impressed with the performance gain because they were very brief stints where I basically just floored it down a couple roads. But on a 3rd or 4th future test drive when I actually got to take one out on the highway for a delicious 10 mile drive and really get a feel for the car, swapping to stick was a no brainer.
I sound like a broken record, but therm8 and other owners who have had their 04 ATs for three years should get a medal. And by the way...
7.5 seconds my ***.
But I'll admit that it took SEVERAL test drives for me to really appreciate the manual RX-8. The first couple times I test drove the 6 speed while getting my automatic serviced, I wasn't terribly impressed with the performance gain because they were very brief stints where I basically just floored it down a couple roads. But on a 3rd or 4th future test drive when I actually got to take one out on the highway for a delicious 10 mile drive and really get a feel for the car, swapping to stick was a no brainer.I sound like a broken record, but therm8 and other owners who have had their 04 ATs for three years should get a medal. And by the way...
7.5 seconds my ***.
10-06-2006 | 12:08 AM
#23
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From: Washington, DC
Less maintenance with an AT and no clutch replacement, no throwout bearing problems, no gear rattle, don't need a short shifter and one less pedal to stomp on.
Last edited by Ericok; 10-06-2006 at 01:06 AM.
