Auto RX-8?
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no car at all :D
In all seriousness, only you know what works best for you. Some love the auto, some won't buy an auto. If it fits your lifestyle best and you like the way it drives, who cares what anyone else thinks?
I guess what I'm saying is DRIVE it.
-Eric
In all seriousness, only you know what works best for you. Some love the auto, some won't buy an auto. If it fits your lifestyle best and you like the way it drives, who cares what anyone else thinks?
I guess what I'm saying is DRIVE it.
-Eric
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Re: Auto RX-8?
Originally posted by eMOOtional
auto Rx-8 or no RX-8 at all?
auto Rx-8 or no RX-8 at all?
But seriously, go with Eric's advice.
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My mom didn't want me to buy the manual and I asked why, she said because then she wouldn't be able to drive it.... so I chose the manual :D
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Originally posted by eMOOtional
Stick and Auto fits my lifestyle but my parentals dont want stick
Stick and Auto fits my lifestyle but my parentals dont want stick
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Also, what everyone here knows, but is not saying, you get MORE HORSEPOWER with the MT. (maybe you should leave that part out with your Mom!)
I never drove the auto, so I don't know, but my salesman told me that every single buyer he has had that drove both, ended up buying the MT.
I have loved every minute - just have this non-stop grin while I'm driving it......
Go MT!
I never drove the auto, so I don't know, but my salesman told me that every single buyer he has had that drove both, ended up buying the MT.
I have loved every minute - just have this non-stop grin while I'm driving it......
Go MT!
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I have a MT, but test drove both before purchasing. I like them both. I bought the car mostly for the unique look, not the HP. This is my first car that is a stick, and honestly, I don't care for driving stick that much. I almost wish I bought the auto. I have even been mulling over selling mine and getting an auto. For me, this car is all about the style, not the HP. Do what you like and don't worry about what others think. Buy the car with the features that make you happy...that's all that matters.
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If you commute back and forth from home to school/work and you have a lot of stop and go traffic, then I suggest getting the auto. Otherwise insist on the manual, there's nothing like rowing your own gears in between revving to 9k redline! :D
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Auto RX-8 or no RX-8 at all.
Well isn't "something" better than "nothing".
Yes, yes, to the others that regard that as a Peric victory. I agree but hey!!
Bigger picture here is an RX-8 or no RX-8 regardless of auto/manual version
Well isn't "something" better than "nothing".
Yes, yes, to the others that regard that as a Peric victory. I agree but hey!!
Bigger picture here is an RX-8 or no RX-8 regardless of auto/manual version
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Originally posted by silver1_rx8
I was going to mention the additional horse power too! Wasn't sure if eMOOtional was sharing this with the parents.
I was going to mention the additional horse power too! Wasn't sure if eMOOtional was sharing this with the parents.
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my situation is not much different.... my mom put the car in her name for insurance purposes, but only said she would do that for me if its a car she can drive. (she is still scared to drive the car even though its an auto), and my other reason for wanting to go auto is i drive in brooklyn and manhatten, and clutchin through trffic isn't my idea of fun. I find i say more to\imes to myself thank god i got the auto then i find mtyselkf on an open road wishing i got the stick, cause the car is still fun in auto. i suggest that if you will be driving in traffic alot then go for the auto, and please your parents. if you are going to drive on open raods all the time i would fight them and get a stick. Remember the engine is the same, its the drivetrain where you lose the power, and that transmission will be shot soon after the warrenty goes. repolace that transmission then, when you are a little older and out of the at risk age for insurance companies, and have fun then.
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We have a lot of "fortunate" young members here who have their parents paying for an RX-8. I wish I were so lucky. My first car when I turned sixteen back in 1991 was a $500 1987 Mitsubishi Mirage. And I've paid for every car I've owned.
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My first car in 1989 was a 1980 rabbit diesel I bought with my job at fast food joint for $500. It did get kick *** gas mileage, but man, now that look back, other then a YUGO, I had one of the crappiest, slowest cars out there. Parents are buying you an rx8? Man, we do have some spoiled young SOB'S on this board no doubt. They are definitely paying insurance on it, and they actually will own car, not you, so I guess it's not officially/legally yours, and they can also take it away from you at any time. Still, you are spoiled rotten, and I am jealous, because I was lucky if my dad even let me drive his brand new car, let alone something as nice as an rx8. I'd be happy with auto, because what they say goes, and it's really not your car, so just be thankful you are spoiled, and enjoy.
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We have a lot of "fortunate" young members here who have their parents paying for an RX-8.
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Originally posted by EXA4DRIVER
We have a lot of "fortunate" young members here who have their parents paying for an RX-8. I wish I were so lucky. My first car when I turned sixteen back in 1991 was a $500 1987 Mitsubishi Mirage. And I've paid for every car I've owned.
We have a lot of "fortunate" young members here who have their parents paying for an RX-8. I wish I were so lucky. My first car when I turned sixteen back in 1991 was a $500 1987 Mitsubishi Mirage. And I've paid for every car I've owned.
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I've driven stick all my life ( I'm 49). This time around I had to go with AT because of back/leg problems. I actually enjoy the 8 more because I have more time to enjoy it WHILE driving. Instead of expending time and energy on the clutch, strick and tack, I can savour the 8's MANY more subtle qualities.
Cheers,
John.
Cheers,
John.
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Originally posted by Thinthi
Remember the engine is the same, its the drivetrain where you lose the power, and that transmission will be shot soon after the warrenty goes.
Remember the engine is the same, its the drivetrain where you lose the power, and that transmission will be shot soon after the warrenty goes.
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Originally posted by grogiefrog
Being 16 - 17 with a new sports car is a lot of responsibility. Not to mention the insurance rates...
Being 16 - 17 with a new sports car is a lot of responsibility. Not to mention the insurance rates...