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Old 03-01-2010 | 02:20 AM
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What constitutes a "Shinka" RX-8?

I just recently bought an 06 RX-8 but I don't know if it's a Shinka or not, the seller didn't specify. What are some of the features that differentiates a Shinka and a regular RX-8?
Old 03-01-2010 | 02:34 AM
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Mazda started Job1 on the Shinka Special Edition today, for a total production run of 2150 RX-8's. The some of the features of the special edition include the Black Cherry Exterior, special bright finish wheels, and bright-chrome head and tail light fixtures. On the inside, parchment leather seats and more use of piano black accents provide a look and feel of luxury. Looks aren't all that changed on this RX-8, however. Chassis improvements include:

* Suspension cross member injected with foaming urethane improving performance and ride quality
* Unique Suspension tuning with thicker 14mm damper shafts (up from 12mm)

Other Equipment includes:

* Interior Design: Seat & Trim Material -- Parchment Leather with soft-back seats (Light Beige)
* Steering Wheel -- Sewing pattern change (4 pieces -> 2 pieces) & Colored Stitch
* MT Shift **** -- Colored Stitch
* Parking brake lever – PVC -> Leather & Colored Stitch
* Front & Rear Consol Lid -- PVC -> Leather
* Rotary Bezel -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Meter Ring -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Ventilation grille -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Center panel Ring -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* HVAC Dial -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Shift-base Ring -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* SW Bezel -- Material color -> Piano black
* Consol side bar -- Silver -> Piano black
* Bose 300 Watt, 9 Speaker Sound System with Audio Pilot noise suppression technology 6 Disc CD Changer Satellite Radio receiver with 1 year Sirius subscription (N/A Hawaii & Alaska)
* Auto Dimming Mirror w/Homelink
* Xenon Headlamps w/ auto leveling
* Fog Lamps
* 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/Lumbar Support
* Heated Mirrors and Seats
* Power Sunroof
* Dynamic Stability Control w/Traction Control
* Tochigi-fuji torque-sensing limited-slip differential

-http://www.rotarynews.com/node/view/472
Old 03-01-2010 | 02:38 AM
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The word "Shinka" on the "B" pillar of the front door.

Where the "RX8" is in this pic.


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Old 03-01-2010 | 06:32 AM
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https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-55/shinka-vs-stock-rx8-whats-true-false-191340/
Old 03-01-2010 | 07:36 AM
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Old 03-01-2010 | 07:40 AM
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That's the 2005 Shinka description, which only came in BCM paint with parchment (tan) leather seats. There were several 2006 Shinka colors, to include the unique Copper Red. But Easy E1 has described the most obvious way to tell, unless someone has affixed a 'Shinka' applique to the pillar of a non-Shinka.

Originally Posted by Twiztog43
Mazda started Job1 on the Shinka Special Edition today, for a total production run of 2150 RX-8's. The some of the features of the special edition include the Black Cherry Exterior, special bright finish wheels, and bright-chrome head and tail light fixtures. On the inside, parchment leather seats and more use of piano black accents provide a look and feel of luxury. Looks aren't all that changed on this RX-8, however. Chassis improvements include:

* Suspension cross member injected with foaming urethane improving performance and ride quality
* Unique Suspension tuning with thicker 14mm damper shafts (up from 12mm)

Other Equipment includes:

* Interior Design: Seat & Trim Material -- Parchment Leather with soft-back seats (Light Beige)
* Steering Wheel -- Sewing pattern change (4 pieces -> 2 pieces) & Colored Stitch
* MT Shift **** -- Colored Stitch
* Parking brake lever – PVC -> Leather & Colored Stitch
* Front & Rear Consol Lid -- PVC -> Leather
* Rotary Bezel -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Meter Ring -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Ventilation grille -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Center panel Ring -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* HVAC Dial -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* Shift-base Ring -- Chrome -> Semi-gloss
* SW Bezel -- Material color -> Piano black
* Consol side bar -- Silver -> Piano black
* Bose 300 Watt, 9 Speaker Sound System with Audio Pilot noise suppression technology 6 Disc CD Changer Satellite Radio receiver with 1 year Sirius subscription (N/A Hawaii & Alaska)
* Auto Dimming Mirror w/Homelink
* Xenon Headlamps w/ auto leveling
* Fog Lamps
* 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/Lumbar Support
* Heated Mirrors and Seats
* Power Sunroof
* Dynamic Stability Control w/Traction Control
* Tochigi-fuji torque-sensing limited-slip differential

-http://www.rotarynews.com/node/view/472
Old 03-01-2010 | 08:12 AM
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check your VIN

https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...ght=shinka+vin
Old 03-01-2010 | 09:22 AM
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Old 03-01-2010 | 11:12 AM
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Thank you soo much, sorry, apparently it has been asked before, but now I know, thanks!
Old 03-01-2010 | 01:23 PM
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^ So, just curious, do you have a Shinka?
Old 03-02-2010 | 07:59 AM
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most people forgot the shinka's body has reinforced parts on the body frame. which reduces flex = reduces body roll by a bit.
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