Who has the highest mileage RX8?
09-07-2008, 08:18 PM
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100,500 miles on my 04, purchased August 03. Original engine. Had some clutch work done a while back, an intake manifold 2 years ago, an ac condensor, a few water pumps, a couple of coil replacements and a myriad of other things done in and out of warranty. Oh, and a new cat recently. Car runs great now except I have this rattle that I found out is the heat shield that's broken. Looking to get it welded as soon as I have time.
09-08-2008, 03:34 PM
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GoSpoddyGo!!!
i've just rolled over 66000, only problem was CAT developed a fault, 2 weeks after getting the car at about 62500. luckily dealership replaced CAT at £1000, I had to pay labour, but was told no other faults.
engine is running great, uses some oil, about a 1/4 of the dipstick from the full mark. only thing i've noticed is the engine coolant light comes on sometimes, stays on for a while then goes out. its happening a bit more frequently, but have 6 months warranty left, so will inform the dealership and get a new water bottle. as i know the sensor is built into them and they develop faults. oh and the level is at the top ok, i'll maybe use some wetter water to help coolant out, heard its good.
i don't fancy the CAT going again as its not under warranty being part of the exhaust and was told a lot of warranties don't cover CAT's on cars, but have a years warranty on the CAT, so should be ok.
one thing i noticed on friday driving home i stopped at a few shops to get stuff and had to turn her over a second time to get her to start upon returning, and a bit longer than usual the second time i had made a stop to buy stuff.
it had been raining very heavy the drive home, i've heard rx8's dont like driving in the rain, harder on the fuel etc, is that true?
would damp air make the engine harder to start, even after a long drive? i started her yesterday in dry/sunny weather and she fired up straight away, with the lovely stainess exhaust crackle, which tells me everything is runnin fine.
engine is running great, uses some oil, about a 1/4 of the dipstick from the full mark. only thing i've noticed is the engine coolant light comes on sometimes, stays on for a while then goes out. its happening a bit more frequently, but have 6 months warranty left, so will inform the dealership and get a new water bottle. as i know the sensor is built into them and they develop faults. oh and the level is at the top ok, i'll maybe use some wetter water to help coolant out, heard its good.
i don't fancy the CAT going again as its not under warranty being part of the exhaust and was told a lot of warranties don't cover CAT's on cars, but have a years warranty on the CAT, so should be ok.
one thing i noticed on friday driving home i stopped at a few shops to get stuff and had to turn her over a second time to get her to start upon returning, and a bit longer than usual the second time i had made a stop to buy stuff.
it had been raining very heavy the drive home, i've heard rx8's dont like driving in the rain, harder on the fuel etc, is that true?
would damp air make the engine harder to start, even after a long drive? i started her yesterday in dry/sunny weather and she fired up straight away, with the lovely stainess exhaust crackle, which tells me everything is runnin fine.
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09-08-2008, 07:13 PM
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Vtak just kicked in yo!!
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71,213 miles, engine #1, 2004. Lots of problems, Im $9,000 upside down, and I wouldnt trade any of it for the world. Love it and this car has been the best despite my misfortunes with reliability.
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09-15-2008, 08:56 PM
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10-03-2008, 10:56 PM
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10-03-2008, 11:08 PM
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There is a local here in Orlando that had 162,000 miles as of Sept. 13....Original Motor!
His name is EHT.....http://cflrx8club.com/viewtopic.php?t=652
His name is EHT.....http://cflrx8club.com/viewtopic.php?t=652
10-03-2008, 11:11 PM
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There is a local here in Orlando that had 162,000 miles as of Sept. 13....Original Motor!
His name is EHT.....http://cflrx8club.com/viewtopic.php?t=652
His name is EHT.....http://cflrx8club.com/viewtopic.php?t=652
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10-12-2008, 11:22 AM
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