50,000 Miles!!!!!!!
03-04-2007, 06:11 PM
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50,000 Miles!!!!!!!
Well...it's been a little while since I been on here. But life's been crazy.
Anyhow, last night I turned the 50k mark on the BB 8.
Two years on the dot! Wierd huh.
So here's my 50k impression.
OVERALL:
This car is a great car! Great Handling! Consistent Performance! Stunning good looks (like it's driver of course) Most important, it is the most FUN car I've ever driven. It is truly a driver's car.
GOOD:
See 'Overall'
BAD:
Not very practical. Gas mileage could be better considering I drive almost 100 miles a day currently.
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
FUTURE OUTLOOK:
If I decide to keep it, I will not be dissapointed, but I am currently looking at moving on. I love rotary's so much, and hope to have a project car later in life but rightnow as having only one car, I need something to fit my lifestyle. Something that I won't worry about too much. It deserves better than what it's getting right now.
Problem is I owe much more than it's value. So I am goign to take a hit on it. That is what's going to determine whether I go with the other vehicle or not.
I know there are several here who have more miles than me, but I know I am 'up there'. At least for a RX-8. I hope everyone enjoys this car as much as I do.
Long live the Rotary!
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BeautyCHICK
Anyhow, last night I turned the 50k mark on the BB 8.
Two years on the dot! Wierd huh.
So here's my 50k impression.
OVERALL:
This car is a great car! Great Handling! Consistent Performance! Stunning good looks (like it's driver of course) Most important, it is the most FUN car I've ever driven. It is truly a driver's car.
GOOD:
See 'Overall'
BAD:
Not very practical. Gas mileage could be better considering I drive almost 100 miles a day currently.
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
FUTURE OUTLOOK:
If I decide to keep it, I will not be dissapointed, but I am currently looking at moving on. I love rotary's so much, and hope to have a project car later in life but rightnow as having only one car, I need something to fit my lifestyle. Something that I won't worry about too much. It deserves better than what it's getting right now.
Problem is I owe much more than it's value. So I am goign to take a hit on it. That is what's going to determine whether I go with the other vehicle or not.
I know there are several here who have more miles than me, but I know I am 'up there'. At least for a RX-8. I hope everyone enjoys this car as much as I do.
Long live the Rotary!
________
BeautyCHICK
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03-04-2007, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by astrozoom
Sounds like you love this car as much as the rest of us. All I can say is never give up the dream. Nothing will ever compare to the feel of this car.
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03-04-2007, 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Razz1
Wait a year. The resale will be better.
Originally Posted by dmorales
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Anyway, if you want a zaino job before you decide to sell it, I can help with that.
03-04-2007, 11:42 PM
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Originally Posted by dmorales
Well...it's been a little while since I been on here. But life's been crazy.
Anyhow, last night I turned the 50k mark on the BB 8.
Two years on the dot! Wierd huh.
So here's my 50k impression.
OVERALL:
This car is a great car! Great Handling! Consistent Performance! Stunning good looks (like it's driver of course) Most important, it is the most FUN car I've ever driven. It is truly a driver's car.
GOOD:
See 'Overall'
BAD:
Not very practical. Gas mileage could be better considering I drive almost 100 miles a day currently.
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
FUTURE OUTLOOK:
If I decide to keep it, I will not be dissapointed, but I am currently looking at moving on. I love rotary's so much, and hope to have a project car later in life but rightnow as having only one car, I need something to fit my lifestyle. Something that I won't worry about too much. It deserves better than what it's getting right now.
Problem is I owe much more than it's value. So I am goign to take a hit on it. That is what's going to determine whether I go with the other vehicle or not.
I know there are several here who have more miles than me, but I know I am 'up there'. At least for a RX-8. I hope everyone enjoys this car as much as I do.
Long live the Rotary!
Anyhow, last night I turned the 50k mark on the BB 8.
Two years on the dot! Wierd huh.
So here's my 50k impression.
OVERALL:
This car is a great car! Great Handling! Consistent Performance! Stunning good looks (like it's driver of course) Most important, it is the most FUN car I've ever driven. It is truly a driver's car.
GOOD:
See 'Overall'
BAD:
Not very practical. Gas mileage could be better considering I drive almost 100 miles a day currently.
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
FUTURE OUTLOOK:
If I decide to keep it, I will not be dissapointed, but I am currently looking at moving on. I love rotary's so much, and hope to have a project car later in life but rightnow as having only one car, I need something to fit my lifestyle. Something that I won't worry about too much. It deserves better than what it's getting right now.
Problem is I owe much more than it's value. So I am goign to take a hit on it. That is what's going to determine whether I go with the other vehicle or not.
I know there are several here who have more miles than me, but I know I am 'up there'. At least for a RX-8. I hope everyone enjoys this car as much as I do.
Long live the Rotary!
03-05-2007, 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by dmorales
Well...it's been a little while since I been on here. But life's been crazy.
Anyhow, last night I turned the 50k mark on the BB 8.
Two years on the dot! Wierd huh.
So here's my 50k impression.
OVERALL:
This car is a great car! Great Handling! Consistent Performance! Stunning good looks (like it's driver of course) Most important, it is the most FUN car I've ever driven. It is truly a driver's car.
GOOD:
See 'Overall'
BAD:
Not very practical. Gas mileage could be better considering I drive almost 100 miles a day currently.
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
Long live the Rotary!
Anyhow, last night I turned the 50k mark on the BB 8.
Two years on the dot! Wierd huh.
So here's my 50k impression.
OVERALL:
This car is a great car! Great Handling! Consistent Performance! Stunning good looks (like it's driver of course) Most important, it is the most FUN car I've ever driven. It is truly a driver's car.
GOOD:
See 'Overall'
BAD:
Not very practical. Gas mileage could be better considering I drive almost 100 miles a day currently.
I worry about blowing an engine daily.
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
Long live the Rotary!
But either way you can always buy a used 8 later. Peace!
03-05-2007, 07:26 AM
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Originally Posted by JeRKy 8 Owner
60k became the new 50k ever since the last recall. So you still have 10k miles of warranty left. Use them wisely!
03-05-2007, 07:47 AM
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I feel your pain on the mileage issue. I drive almost 50 miles a day and it's mainly on freeways so my front end has taken some stone damage. And gas continues to hover around $2.75/gal 
Unless we decide to get a more expensive car for my wife, I plan on buying another 8 in December. I just love this car.
Unless we decide to get a more expensive car for my wife, I plan on buying another 8 in December. I just love this car.
03-05-2007, 08:09 AM
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I'm right at 50K and no gripes. I took a friend for a ride this weekend who owns a 73 Triumph. He was amazed at the handling and styling for the price. Took him around some hairpin turns and he was laughing out load. Not sure what else I can get for under 30k that will be as much fun.
03-05-2007, 08:14 AM
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Yeah, if I decide to change cars, I know it won't be that much of a fun car.
It's not that I actually fear blowing the engine, especially since it still is under warranty. But I am not sure it will last till I pay it off. I owe roughly 20k maybe a little less. It may last 120 miles before any major issues. Maybe longer but at the rat I'm going I'll be at 190k miles by the time I pay it off. I'd rather put those miles on a car I don't particularly care about.
But who knows nothing is set in stone right now.
I just thought it was cool I hit a milestone...sort of...
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It's not that I actually fear blowing the engine, especially since it still is under warranty. But I am not sure it will last till I pay it off. I owe roughly 20k maybe a little less. It may last 120 miles before any major issues. Maybe longer but at the rat I'm going I'll be at 190k miles by the time I pay it off. I'd rather put those miles on a car I don't particularly care about.
But who knows nothing is set in stone right now.
I just thought it was cool I hit a milestone...sort of...
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03-05-2007, 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by dmorales
Yeah, if I decide to change cars, I know it won't be that much of a fun car.
It's not that I actually fear blowing the engine, especially since it still is under warranty. But I am not sure it will last till I pay it off. I owe roughly 20k maybe a little less. It may last 120 miles before any major issues. Maybe longer but at the rat I'm going I'll be at 190k miles by the time I pay it off. I'd rather put those miles on a car I don't particularly care about.
But who knows nothing is set in stone right now.
I just thought it was cool I hit a milestone...sort of...
It's not that I actually fear blowing the engine, especially since it still is under warranty. But I am not sure it will last till I pay it off. I owe roughly 20k maybe a little less. It may last 120 miles before any major issues. Maybe longer but at the rat I'm going I'll be at 190k miles by the time I pay it off. I'd rather put those miles on a car I don't particularly care about.
But who knows nothing is set in stone right now.
I just thought it was cool I hit a milestone...sort of...
but why are you worried your car isn't gonna last 190k? you gotta believe! and keep the oil fresh! and redline it frequently!!!
here's to 140k more miles of happy rotoring
oh and repaint the front bumper once in a while to keep it looking sharp lol
03-05-2007, 09:38 AM
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you guys are going to make me keep it! 
Thanks for the encouragement though.
Summer is coming too. Nothing like a sexy sports car in the summertime...
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Thanks for the encouragement though.Summer is coming too. Nothing like a sexy sports car in the summertime...
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03-05-2007, 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by dmorales
Not the cars fault, but it's a headache to maintain. More on the cosmetic side. Since It's my daily driver, I have no garage, and I drive so much, it is impossible to keep PERFECT. My interior is in what I would consider, pristine condition. It rusn great. I've done all the maintenace myself. But the exterior is beat to hell. I just can't maintain it with my busy lifestyle, and my driving. I try my best though.
03-05-2007, 06:35 PM
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holy crap batman!
You've got 50K on it and still owe almost $20K?! You musta paid MSRP for it, and work as a traveling salesman!
IMO, keeping it would be the wiser option at the moment. Not like it's a pinto either. Shouldn't feel like penance!
Anytime I doubt the 8, which doesn't happen all that often anyhow...taking her out to a windey country road and throwing her out of some turns at 9K reminds me of why i bought it. Go try it again...it's always another smile waiting to happen!
You've got 50K on it and still owe almost $20K?! You musta paid MSRP for it, and work as a traveling salesman!
IMO, keeping it would be the wiser option at the moment. Not like it's a pinto either. Shouldn't feel like penance!
Anytime I doubt the 8, which doesn't happen all that often anyhow...taking her out to a windey country road and throwing her out of some turns at 9K reminds me of why i bought it. Go try it again...it's always another smile waiting to happen!
03-06-2007, 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Stavesacre21
holy crap batman!
You've got 50K on it and still owe almost $20K?! You musta paid MSRP for it, and work as a traveling salesman!
IMO, keeping it would be the wiser option at the moment. Not like it's a pinto either. Shouldn't feel like penance!
Anytime I doubt the 8, which doesn't happen all that often anyhow...taking her out to a windey country road and throwing her out of some turns at 9K reminds me of why i bought it. Go try it again...it's always another smile waiting to happen!
You've got 50K on it and still owe almost $20K?! You musta paid MSRP for it, and work as a traveling salesman!
IMO, keeping it would be the wiser option at the moment. Not like it's a pinto either. Shouldn't feel like penance!
Anytime I doubt the 8, which doesn't happen all that often anyhow...taking her out to a windey country road and throwing her out of some turns at 9K reminds me of why i bought it. Go try it again...it's always another smile waiting to happen!
I just drive 35 miles one way to work. plus my misc. driving before/after.
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03-06-2007, 04:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Easy_E1
Nothing like a satisfied owner. Sounds like you drive as much as me.
Luckily, I just resigned my position. No need to drive 55+ miles each way to work anymore. Woohoo!
Now, If I can only get another job.......
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