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Used 2005 Mazda RX-8 Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

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Will Dover, 03/14/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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A wonderful car - for a 2nd car. Fun to drive and reasonably practical (fits 2 kids in the back without complaining). Gas mileage a real nuisance, though.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

RX8 value is the best

bsilly, 04/06/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I purchased my RX8 in December after doing extensive research. The RX8 is the best value in the coupe category. It is the most distinctive car on the road and performs admirably. The true cost to own is better than the new Ford Mustang and I feel the RX8 is flat out more reliable than the Nissan 350Z. Plus it comfortably accommodates 4 people (unlike the new Mustang which has virtually unusable rear seating). Unless you want to reduce to a 2 seater and pay $20,000 more for similar coupe styling that the new Corvette offers, the RX8 is the best option. $20K in price difference can buy me this RX8 and a new Mazda 3s for my wife! The only real cometitor is the Infiniti G35,

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5 out of 5 stars

RX 8 is fun for moms

Sue C, 04/07/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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Love the attitude of the car -- handles like a dream! City and Highway driving are a thrill!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best in class

bsillaman, 04/24/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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After researching G35 coupe, and 350Z, I chose the RX8. Functional for my family of 4, but sporty. By far the best value for the money in the group. I rated the gas mileage an 8 because compared to other cars with similar performance it still gets good gas mileage. It is unfair to give it poor marks by comparing it to a compact car's gas mileage. This car is fun to drive but you really need to get the upper end of the rpm's to attain a level of satisfaction. If 0 to 60 is what you are looking for, then this is not the car for you. It is a true great sports car when taking into account the incredible and I mean incredible handling and feel. The manual trans. is a pleasure to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Turning Heads

Kevin, 05/05/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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Amazing. Took a while, but I finally tracked down a Titanium Grey with Red/Black interior. As far as I know, this was the only one for sale in Texas at the time. Means I get a unique vehicle. Have had many comment on how sharp it looks. Living in the Hill Country (Windy roads up and down hills is the norm), I truly believe this car was built just for my area. You have read it all, performance, comfort, everything. I can't think of a single thing I don't like. Well, here is my biggest complaint. Would be nice if the 6 disk CD changer played random accross all disks, not just 1. So there you have it. :-).

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