Used 2005 Mazda RX-8 Coupe Consumer Reviews
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A Balanced Sports Car
Tom Reese, 12/28/2004
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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In sum, my RX8 represents great balance between style,performance, handling and fun. Great exhaust note, close ratio gear box. Stock Potenza tires are very noisy and wear quickly. Just installed Pirelli Wintersport 240 tires and they are quieter than the Potenzas. Lumbar support should be standard on all models. Do not use synthetic motor oil (Mazda should publish this in the manual). Use Mobil 1 synthetic in gearbox & differential and a K & N air filter - getting 24MPG Hwy, fully loaded - avg 70 MPH, using 93 octane fuel. No wind noise at the window, tight cabin - excellent build quality. 12K miles in 2 months without failure in any component. Velocity Red paint is flawless.
RX8 Rocks
jkinard, 04/17/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I absolutely love everything about this car. It handles unbelievably and will take most cars on a winding road. The high revving engine is non- stop fun. A little more torque off the line wouldn't be the worst thing though.
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RX-8 Rocks!!
007, 01/19/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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The RX-8 give you the most bang for the buck when compared to the other cars in its class. None of the others has a back seat, which really comes in handy for extra people or extra gear. The performance is outstanding, it handles better than the BMW4, Nissan 350, or Audi. The six speed manual shifter is perfect, and the Bose stereo is awesome.
Rotary Lives
RotaryRocket, 01/22/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I have owned 2 Mazda RX-7 FC3s and One FD3s and I love these rotary rockets. Since I've learned of them I switched over from pistons. Yes, people have their preferences, but i enjoy driving a different engine. I love it to death. Sure it has lower torque than a 350z and eats up a bit more gas but its a risk I take and don't even question 'cause I enjoy the pure driving experience I get from driving it. It's great on twisties and city driving in NYC. I love the car, don't get me wrong I like 350z, G35, 'Vettes and Mustang but the rotary is so nimble and agile. It's styling took me a while to get used to it but its unique and has been compared to Italian cars design by Road and Track.
Best RX Yet
Zoom Zoom, 04/28/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I've owned two earlier editions of the RX7. The RX8 has to win the title of the "Most Fun to Drive." There is no car I've driven at less than twice the price that's so agile. It's like a four wheeled motorcycle. Somehow Mazda developed a suspension that is comfortable for cruising yet delivers real "seat of the pants" handling and road feel. It's like nothing else on the road. Only negatives: surprisingly poor gas mileage and trunk which is really an auxilliary glove compartment. (Throw your luggage in the back seat.)
Zoom Zoom
Starke, 01/26/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I absolutely love my RX-8. It's a blast to drive! The effortless acceleration and outstanding handling even make the daily commute exciting. It's not the best for a Nebraska winter, but I'll put up with that for the rest of the thrills.
RX-8 (Not so great)
JoeBone, 01/23/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I've been driving my RX-8 for about two months now...kinda disappointed. Not nearly as fast as my 350-Z. In fact, not even close. Hardly any torque off the line; you have to be in third gear to get any torque but it is impressive once you get going. Interior is kinda cool and Bose audio is very good. Enough room to take 4 people comfortably, as opposed to the Z which was horrible. Gas mileage is a joke; seems like 2 miles per gallon. I would not buy this car if I had it to do over again.
Pocket Rocket
agilefalcon, 02/06/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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First, when you choose this car you should be somebody who is willing to understand the engine and the fact that it is a sports car you are buying. Here is what you need to know: the engine produces a ton of power: power lies between 4,000 and 9,000 RPM; not 1,500 to 4,000 like a Mustang. It has a Renesis Engine (rotary) so it has unique needs. Warm up required, familiarly with the dechoking procedure if you need it and monitoring of the oil level (used to lubricate the rotor vanes). Finally, you must know how to drive and properly use a stick shift. If you can do these things, you will be rewarded with utter joy. I smile everytime I warm mine up. I love it. It's different, It's amazing.
Fun RX-8 with room for my little girl
Jenna, 02/10/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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I love this car. I wanted a fun car that loves to drive as much as I do and I found it! I have one daughter who has plenty of room in the back with her own storage. She is thrilled about that. It handles beautifully especially once it kicks in. It was a little hard to get used to the feel of the rotary engine. it felt different to me. I love the small rear doors, which lends to easy access without the confines of a four door sedan. The only thing I would change in the center console which extends form the front all the way to the back, making exiting form the back difficult if not impossible if you open the opposite door. Overall- a definite 9.9! :)
zoom zoom needs more vroom vroom
bsilly, 02/22/2005
2005 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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This was my first purchase of a "sports" car. The exterior styling was the deciding factor when comparing it with other vehicles for me. To me it is the best looking car on the road. I am happy with the RX8 for the amount of money spent, but would be happier if this car moved faster. In middle gears and at 55 to 60 it just doesn't move as I expected it would. Zoom zoom needs more vroom vroom in my opinion.