07 Rx8 finally available
08-30-2006 | 11:39 PM
#53
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Originally Posted by RotaryRider36
Do you live near Jersey? The one we just got in today is an 07 GT in grey with the red and black interior. And yes, having that 6cd changer as standard now really does make me jelous that I dont have an 07 = P
unfortunatly I live clear across in So Cal. Have you checked out the stormy blue rx8? if yes any pics?
08-31-2006 | 04:56 AM
#54
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From: So Cali
Originally Posted by hoosier
The dealer I bought my 06 from had 3 06 RX-8s just delivered but were also desparate for 3s which they were having trouble getting due to thier popularity. I asked about the 07s but they did not have info then. If 07s are coming out, it is the time to get a good deal on an 06 which will not be different than the 07 except you will have 48mo, 50k mile warranty on the 06 and 36mo, 36kmi warranty on the 07.
Shoot that also makes me wonder, dealerships are already getting 07s in then I wonder what type of deal i can get out of my local mazda dealer that has 2 05 RX-8s. So far they said they can give me 7k off the 35k sticker price. EH, i seriously want to go in and say I will give you my 05 3 and 10k for that 8 lol. I wonder if that would work.
08-31-2006 | 05:57 AM
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From: Milwaukee
Originally Posted by zoom44
no 06s left and they have 07s coming soon
08-31-2006 | 08:01 AM
#57
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From: Colorado
Originally Posted by time4akshun
2007-model RX-8 significant changes:
Lineup:
• RX-8 moves to the new nomenclature strategy 2006 MY 2007 MY
Grand Touring package Grand Touring
Touring package Touring
Sports package Performance Package
Base Sports
Engine/Mechanical:
• None
Functional:
• 6 disc CD changer added standard to Touring and Grand Touring models.
Interior:
• Sand leather trimmed seats are available on the Grand Touring. Black/Chaparral leather trim seats have been deleted.
New Exterior Colors:
• Crystal White Pearl (34K)
• Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
Time
Lineup:
• RX-8 moves to the new nomenclature strategy 2006 MY 2007 MY
Grand Touring package Grand Touring
Touring package Touring
Sports package Performance Package
Base Sports
Engine/Mechanical:
• None
Functional:
• 6 disc CD changer added standard to Touring and Grand Touring models.
Interior:
• Sand leather trimmed seats are available on the Grand Touring. Black/Chaparral leather trim seats have been deleted.
New Exterior Colors:
• Crystal White Pearl (34K)
• Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
Time
... let's hope some 'monumental' or 'phenomenal', or perhaps 'mammoth' revisions occur next year limb! 
The mind boggles...
Last edited by Spin9k; 08-31-2006 at 08:05 AM.
08-31-2006 | 09:09 AM
#59
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From: Washington, DC
Originally Posted by Ike
Frank Boucher Chrysler Mazda VW Kia
They were also VERY desperate to get rid of their MS6s if anyone in WI is interested in one.
They were also VERY desperate to get rid of their MS6s if anyone in WI is interested in one.
Last edited by Ericok; 08-31-2006 at 09:12 AM.
08-31-2006 | 09:18 AM
#60
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From: Overland Park
Originally Posted by Ericok
Another M/T only car. Even the Corvette comes in an automatic. No wonder they can't sell in volume.
Not saying automatics are bad. They just dont belong in a sports car.
08-31-2006 | 09:47 AM
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From: New Mexico
2007-model RX-8 significant changes:
Lineup:
• RX-8 moves to the new nomenclature strategy 2006 MY 2007 MY
Grand Touring package Grand Touring
Touring package Touring
Sports package Performance Package
Base Sports
Engine/Mechanical:
• 266 Horse Power M/T.
• 240 Horse Power A/T.
• 225 Foot Pounds of Torque.
Functional:
• 6 disc CD changer added standard to Touring and Grand Touring models.
• Cooled seats.
• Ejector Seat.
• Spiked wheels.
Interior:
• Sand leather trimmed seats are available on the Grand Touring. Black/Chaparral leather trim seats have been deleted.
New Exterior Colors:
• Crystal White Pearl (34K)
• Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
• Blacker Black (38R)
• Bluish Black Mica (31M)
• Heavenly White (39S)
• Ford Blue (33T)
• Dodge Red (33U)
• Toyota White (33V)
• Volvo Green (33W)
Impressive lineup! I look forward to seeing the new Dodge Red Rx8.
Lineup:
• RX-8 moves to the new nomenclature strategy 2006 MY 2007 MY
Grand Touring package Grand Touring
Touring package Touring
Sports package Performance Package
Base Sports
Engine/Mechanical:
• 266 Horse Power M/T.
• 240 Horse Power A/T.
• 225 Foot Pounds of Torque.
Functional:
• 6 disc CD changer added standard to Touring and Grand Touring models.
• Cooled seats.
• Ejector Seat.
• Spiked wheels.
Interior:
• Sand leather trimmed seats are available on the Grand Touring. Black/Chaparral leather trim seats have been deleted.
New Exterior Colors:
• Crystal White Pearl (34K)
• Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
• Blacker Black (38R)
• Bluish Black Mica (31M)
• Heavenly White (39S)
• Ford Blue (33T)
• Dodge Red (33U)
• Toyota White (33V)
• Volvo Green (33W)
Impressive lineup! I look forward to seeing the new Dodge Red Rx8.
08-31-2006 | 11:16 AM
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Went to my dealer yesturday to get some inpection done on the car. While a was there I figure I'll walk and see what they had , everything 05 or 06 , no 07. It would be a little suprising to get the 07 this early. If I recall they did'nt have the 06 till April of 2006.
08-31-2006 | 04:00 PM
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Going to hit a bunch of stuff here so bear with me:
The RX8 is almost a niche car because of the Rotary. It doesn’t sell in large volumes so dealers are not going to have a bunch of stock on hand. The ones they do have on hand will probably be stripped models or loaded models because the most commonly purchased ones (whatever combo that is) have already been purchased. Mazda’s bread and butter is the 3, 6, and MX5, that is what you have a ton of on the lot. You will also see a bunch of CX7’s because they are being heavily marketed.
Even if the MS6 didn’t suffer from issues and got rave reviews it still wouldn’t sell in large volumes, maybe 5k/year. If Mazda had hit a home run on the MS6 (less weight, FMIC, a bit more power, better wheels and tires, better weight balance) I still can’t see them selling more than 10k a year of them.
If Mazda wants a high volume sports car they should put a 2.5L turbo 4 with FMIC in the RX8 and called it the MX8. This of course would kill the RX8. With enough aluminum the weight balance wouldn’t be that bad, you would get better MPG, more HP and torque, with none of the maintenance needs of a rotary. The Honda S2000 still has a rev happy engine with 8k redline. I love the RX8’s combination functionality, style and handling and it’s nice to have the uniqueness of the Rotary but I’m not married to it.
I know a bunch of you are Rotary enthusiasts and I appreciate Mazda having the ***** to break new ground and not conform. But if Mazda wants to ensure they have good sales when they bring the Kabura to market it needs to have a turbo 4 instead of a rotary. RWD, sub 2,500lb, 300+hp 2+2, 2 door coupe. It would beat the snot out of a 350z and do well against M3, Evo or STI. If they want to make a lot more money they offer a variety of trims from 200hp – 300hp and rake in the bucks. How many Mustangs does Ford sell per year? How many are V6’s?
I question the need for an RX8 if they do that so I’m not convinced the Kabura will ever be made. If they make it a 2 seater it might cut into MX5 sales to some degree (folding hardtop if nothing else).
Mazda would be better served making a really good MS6 Wagon. The 6 wagon looks very nice and they could take what they have learned from the MS6 sedan and improve it on the wagon. It would be a niche seller but it is in a niche of its own. Mitsu and Subaru do not sell the Evo wagon and STI Forrester or an Impreza wagon in the U.S. The Audi S4 Avant and MB equivalents are very expensive. Tons of STI and Evo owners as well as others would flock to it. I know I would have.
The RX8 is almost a niche car because of the Rotary. It doesn’t sell in large volumes so dealers are not going to have a bunch of stock on hand. The ones they do have on hand will probably be stripped models or loaded models because the most commonly purchased ones (whatever combo that is) have already been purchased. Mazda’s bread and butter is the 3, 6, and MX5, that is what you have a ton of on the lot. You will also see a bunch of CX7’s because they are being heavily marketed.
Even if the MS6 didn’t suffer from issues and got rave reviews it still wouldn’t sell in large volumes, maybe 5k/year. If Mazda had hit a home run on the MS6 (less weight, FMIC, a bit more power, better wheels and tires, better weight balance) I still can’t see them selling more than 10k a year of them.
If Mazda wants a high volume sports car they should put a 2.5L turbo 4 with FMIC in the RX8 and called it the MX8. This of course would kill the RX8. With enough aluminum the weight balance wouldn’t be that bad, you would get better MPG, more HP and torque, with none of the maintenance needs of a rotary. The Honda S2000 still has a rev happy engine with 8k redline. I love the RX8’s combination functionality, style and handling and it’s nice to have the uniqueness of the Rotary but I’m not married to it.
I know a bunch of you are Rotary enthusiasts and I appreciate Mazda having the ***** to break new ground and not conform. But if Mazda wants to ensure they have good sales when they bring the Kabura to market it needs to have a turbo 4 instead of a rotary. RWD, sub 2,500lb, 300+hp 2+2, 2 door coupe. It would beat the snot out of a 350z and do well against M3, Evo or STI. If they want to make a lot more money they offer a variety of trims from 200hp – 300hp and rake in the bucks. How many Mustangs does Ford sell per year? How many are V6’s?
I question the need for an RX8 if they do that so I’m not convinced the Kabura will ever be made. If they make it a 2 seater it might cut into MX5 sales to some degree (folding hardtop if nothing else).
Mazda would be better served making a really good MS6 Wagon. The 6 wagon looks very nice and they could take what they have learned from the MS6 sedan and improve it on the wagon. It would be a niche seller but it is in a niche of its own. Mitsu and Subaru do not sell the Evo wagon and STI Forrester or an Impreza wagon in the U.S. The Audi S4 Avant and MB equivalents are very expensive. Tons of STI and Evo owners as well as others would flock to it. I know I would have.
08-31-2006 | 06:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Design1stCode2nd
But if Mazda wants to ensure they have good sales when they bring the Kabura to market it needs to have a turbo 4 instead of a rotary. RWD, sub 2,500lb, 300+hp 2+2, 2 door coupe. It would beat the snot out of a 350z and do well against M3, Evo or STI. If they want to make a lot more money they offer a variety of trims from 200hp – 300hp and rake in the bucks. How many Mustangs does Ford sell per year? How many are V6’s?
Originally Posted by Design1stCode2nd
I question the need for an RX8 if they do that so I’m not convinced the Kabura will ever be made. If they make it a 2 seater it might cut into MX5 sales to some degree (folding hardtop if nothing else).
08-31-2006 | 07:35 PM
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From: Overland Park
Originally Posted by Design1stCode2nd
Going to hit a bunch of stuff here so bear with me:
The RX8 is almost a niche car because of the Rotary. It doesn’t sell in large volumes so dealers are not going to have a bunch of stock on hand. The ones they do have on hand will probably be stripped models or loaded models because the most commonly purchased ones (whatever combo that is) have already been purchased. Mazda’s bread and butter is the 3, 6, and MX5, that is what you have a ton of on the lot. You will also see a bunch of CX7’s because they are being heavily marketed.
Even if the MS6 didn’t suffer from issues and got rave reviews it still wouldn’t sell in large volumes, maybe 5k/year. If Mazda had hit a home run on the MS6 (less weight, FMIC, a bit more power, better wheels and tires, better weight balance) I still can’t see them selling more than 10k a year of them.
If Mazda wants a high volume sports car they should put a 2.5L turbo 4 with FMIC in the RX8 and called it the MX8. This of course would kill the RX8. With enough aluminum the weight balance wouldn’t be that bad, you would get better MPG, more HP and torque, with none of the maintenance needs of a rotary. The Honda S2000 still has a rev happy engine with 8k redline. I love the RX8’s combination functionality, style and handling and it’s nice to have the uniqueness of the Rotary but I’m not married to it.
I know a bunch of you are Rotary enthusiasts and I appreciate Mazda having the ***** to break new ground and not conform. But if Mazda wants to ensure they have good sales when they bring the Kabura to market it needs to have a turbo 4 instead of a rotary. RWD, sub 2,500lb, 300+hp 2+2, 2 door coupe. It would beat the snot out of a 350z and do well against M3, Evo or STI. If they want to make a lot more money they offer a variety of trims from 200hp – 300hp and rake in the bucks. How many Mustangs does Ford sell per year? How many are V6’s?
I question the need for an RX8 if they do that so I’m not convinced the Kabura will ever be made. If they make it a 2 seater it might cut into MX5 sales to some degree (folding hardtop if nothing else).
Mazda would be better served making a really good MS6 Wagon. The 6 wagon looks very nice and they could take what they have learned from the MS6 sedan and improve it on the wagon. It would be a niche seller but it is in a niche of its own. Mitsu and Subaru do not sell the Evo wagon and STI Forrester or an Impreza wagon in the U.S. The Audi S4 Avant and MB equivalents are very expensive. Tons of STI and Evo owners as well as others would flock to it. I know I would have.
The RX8 is almost a niche car because of the Rotary. It doesn’t sell in large volumes so dealers are not going to have a bunch of stock on hand. The ones they do have on hand will probably be stripped models or loaded models because the most commonly purchased ones (whatever combo that is) have already been purchased. Mazda’s bread and butter is the 3, 6, and MX5, that is what you have a ton of on the lot. You will also see a bunch of CX7’s because they are being heavily marketed.
Even if the MS6 didn’t suffer from issues and got rave reviews it still wouldn’t sell in large volumes, maybe 5k/year. If Mazda had hit a home run on the MS6 (less weight, FMIC, a bit more power, better wheels and tires, better weight balance) I still can’t see them selling more than 10k a year of them.
If Mazda wants a high volume sports car they should put a 2.5L turbo 4 with FMIC in the RX8 and called it the MX8. This of course would kill the RX8. With enough aluminum the weight balance wouldn’t be that bad, you would get better MPG, more HP and torque, with none of the maintenance needs of a rotary. The Honda S2000 still has a rev happy engine with 8k redline. I love the RX8’s combination functionality, style and handling and it’s nice to have the uniqueness of the Rotary but I’m not married to it.
I know a bunch of you are Rotary enthusiasts and I appreciate Mazda having the ***** to break new ground and not conform. But if Mazda wants to ensure they have good sales when they bring the Kabura to market it needs to have a turbo 4 instead of a rotary. RWD, sub 2,500lb, 300+hp 2+2, 2 door coupe. It would beat the snot out of a 350z and do well against M3, Evo or STI. If they want to make a lot more money they offer a variety of trims from 200hp – 300hp and rake in the bucks. How many Mustangs does Ford sell per year? How many are V6’s?
I question the need for an RX8 if they do that so I’m not convinced the Kabura will ever be made. If they make it a 2 seater it might cut into MX5 sales to some degree (folding hardtop if nothing else).
Mazda would be better served making a really good MS6 Wagon. The 6 wagon looks very nice and they could take what they have learned from the MS6 sedan and improve it on the wagon. It would be a niche seller but it is in a niche of its own. Mitsu and Subaru do not sell the Evo wagon and STI Forrester or an Impreza wagon in the U.S. The Audi S4 Avant and MB equivalents are very expensive. Tons of STI and Evo owners as well as others would flock to it. I know I would have.
The RX8 is a niche car as is the MX-5. Your idea to mod the 6 wagon will be pointless as the sales will be even worse than the MS6.
The MS6 also is a limited run vehicle with 5k allocated for the US.
The Kabura will not eat sales from any vehicles. What Mazda is missing is a low priced coupe. Not every entry buyer wants a hatch or sedan ala 3. Not everyone wants a roadster. Not everyone can afford the 8. The Kabura will fit that need. You can be sure the output would be between 150-170 for a base model and near 190-200 for sportier model. The 2.3 DISI will fit nicely as a Mazdaspeed model.
08-31-2006 | 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Tirminyl
They know what the replacement RX-7 performance is supposed to be at and anything less will not be the successor.
The RX8 is a niche car as is the MX-5. Your idea to mod the 6 wagon will be pointless as the sales will be even worse than the MS6.
The MS6 also is a limited run vehicle with 5k allocated for the US.
The Kabura will not eat sales from any vehicles. What Mazda is missing is a low priced coupe. Not every entry buyer wants a hatch or sedan ala 3. Not everyone wants a roadster. Not everyone can afford the 8. The Kabura will fit that need. You can be sure the output would be between 150-170 for a base model and near 190-200 for sportier model. The 2.3 DISI will fit nicely as a Mazdaspeed model.
The RX8 is a niche car as is the MX-5. Your idea to mod the 6 wagon will be pointless as the sales will be even worse than the MS6.
The MS6 also is a limited run vehicle with 5k allocated for the US.
The Kabura will not eat sales from any vehicles. What Mazda is missing is a low priced coupe. Not every entry buyer wants a hatch or sedan ala 3. Not everyone wants a roadster. Not everyone can afford the 8. The Kabura will fit that need. You can be sure the output would be between 150-170 for a base model and near 190-200 for sportier model. The 2.3 DISI will fit nicely as a Mazdaspeed model.
A Kabura as you mention was tried, it's called a Toyota MR2 and it sucked.
A N/A 2.0 as a base trim and a 2.3 or 2.5 Turbo for a high end would work.
09-01-2006 | 11:31 AM
#71
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From: Morris Plains, NJ
This was kinda funny but kinda not. You know we all want more HP silly!! Dont add fuel too the fire with a fake post!
Time
Time
Originally Posted by zeblien
2007-model RX-8 significant changes:
Lineup:
• RX-8 moves to the new nomenclature strategy 2006 MY 2007 MY
Grand Touring package Grand Touring
Touring package Touring
Sports package Performance Package
Base Sports
Engine/Mechanical:
• 266 Horse Power M/T.
• 240 Horse Power A/T.
• 225 Foot Pounds of Torque.
Functional:
• 6 disc CD changer added standard to Touring and Grand Touring models.
• Cooled seats.
• Ejector Seat.
• Spiked wheels.
Interior:
• Sand leather trimmed seats are available on the Grand Touring. Black/Chaparral leather trim seats have been deleted.
New Exterior Colors:
• Crystal White Pearl (34K)
• Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
• Blacker Black (38R)
• Bluish Black Mica (31M)
• Heavenly White (39S)
• Ford Blue (33T)
• Dodge Red (33U)
• Toyota White (33V)
• Volvo Green (33W)
Impressive lineup! I look forward to seeing the new Dodge Red Rx8.
Lineup:
• RX-8 moves to the new nomenclature strategy 2006 MY 2007 MY
Grand Touring package Grand Touring
Touring package Touring
Sports package Performance Package
Base Sports
Engine/Mechanical:
• 266 Horse Power M/T.
• 240 Horse Power A/T.
• 225 Foot Pounds of Torque.
Functional:
• 6 disc CD changer added standard to Touring and Grand Touring models.
• Cooled seats.
• Ejector Seat.
• Spiked wheels.
Interior:
• Sand leather trimmed seats are available on the Grand Touring. Black/Chaparral leather trim seats have been deleted.
New Exterior Colors:
• Crystal White Pearl (34K)
• Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
• Blacker Black (38R)
• Bluish Black Mica (31M)
• Heavenly White (39S)
• Ford Blue (33T)
• Dodge Red (33U)
• Toyota White (33V)
• Volvo Green (33W)
Impressive lineup! I look forward to seeing the new Dodge Red Rx8.
09-01-2006 | 11:13 PM
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OK, im gettin upset now...
I was told early this week by my closest dealerships fleetmanager that the 07 Rx8 would be in this weekend...
I called awhile ago to check up and the dealership says they wont be getting any until probably Nov....
I called afew other dealerships and they told me the same thing...wait afew months...
Im not set on getting an 07 or anything but if the damn things are the same price as an 06 damnit I want an 07....
damnit im pissed....ive had my check from capitalone for afew weeks now and figured I would have my car by this weekend when this **** happens.
add to the fact the dealerships have you on hold for 30 min...its as if they dont want your buisness...
well...atleast i didnt clear out my 2 car garage so that me and my wife could actually use the garage for 2 cars
damnit
damnit
damnit
I was told early this week by my closest dealerships fleetmanager that the 07 Rx8 would be in this weekend...
I called awhile ago to check up and the dealership says they wont be getting any until probably Nov....
I called afew other dealerships and they told me the same thing...wait afew months...
Im not set on getting an 07 or anything but if the damn things are the same price as an 06 damnit I want an 07....
damnit im pissed....ive had my check from capitalone for afew weeks now and figured I would have my car by this weekend when this **** happens.
add to the fact the dealerships have you on hold for 30 min...its as if they dont want your buisness...
well...atleast i didnt clear out my 2 car garage so that me and my wife could actually use the garage for 2 cars
damnit
damnit
damnit
09-01-2006 | 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by MercXP
Im not set on getting an 07 or anything but if the damn things are the same price as an 06 damnit I want an 07....
09-01-2006 | 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Dookie_Rx-8
thats stupid... i got the 8 in 2003 and its 2006 and still no engine upgrades?...
/rant
the engine isnt an issue for me, for me I want the keyless engine start that are in the GT 2006+ and the biggest issue is, why get a 2006 that has already had 1 year depreciation practically when you can get an 07 for the same price minus the 1500 rebate....
this whole car buying thing is a pain in the ***...
FIND:
2007 Rx8 GT+Nav; color; Galaxy Gray; interior: black/red leather;
price offered ~28500
click click: offer accepted; come pick up your car for ~28500 @ ____ mazda...
I see all these car comercials on TV and their labor day weekend specials but what do i hear from mazda....1500 rebate... #@*$@$@
**i might also add at the risk of sounding like an idiot that I want a Gray GT with black/red interior...i wouldnt mind an 06 IF they can get me one like this at the price i want...
/end rant
sorry, its been a rough friday with big disapointments
Last edited by MercXP; 09-02-2006 at 01:02 AM.