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Q: How do you feel about the Mazda RX-8?
Im thinking of getting an 04 or an 05 Mazda RX-8 because I really like the idea of the rotary engine. To me, they seem to make perfect sense because they are so much simpler. I also want something fun to drive so this car seems to make sense. Any insight on the car or Mazda’s in general?

A: great car, easy to drive fast, just keep an eye on your oil levels.

Q: Mazda Rx-8?
Give me your feedback on that car. Im interested in picking that car as my graduation present. I love how it looks. Do you think a newer version is going to come on in the next few years?

Feedback please.

A: I’m not sure about a newer version coming out anytime soon, but I’ve worked on 2 of my friend’s RX-8’s and I can say that they are very well put together. Most of my experience working on cars is with Hondas, Toyotas and Nissans, and I can say that I think Mazda is superior in many ways (at least with the RX-8 and Miata). The only real draw back of the RX-8 is the mileage, which is a little lower than a lot of similar cars.

Best of luck and congrats on graduating!

Q: How much is insurance for a Mazda RX-8?
I am a new driver, I’m about to get my learners permit and wanted to get a mazda rx-8 and was wondering how much is the insurance for that type of car and estimate would be fine?

A: it doesn’t matter what type of car you get. the price of your insurance depends mainly on how old you are, how many accidents or tickets youve got, and what insurance company you have and what your coverage is. my advice, get your parents to add you on their insurance, or just put your car on their insurance, it will be the cheapest way to get insurance, because if you get insurance in your name, its gonna cost alot because you are a new driver and the insurance companys assume you will be more likely to get into an accident compared to someone who has been driving for years.

Q: For those who have played Need Speed Underground 2. What is the year of the Mazda RX-8 in the game?
What year was the Mazda RX-8 in Need for Speed Underground 2 made?

A: 2003 or 2004, but they stayed almost the same through 07 in terms of power.

Q: why does a automatic mazda rx-8 still have a clutch pedal?
im just curious because every automatic mazda rx-8 i see online seems to have a clutch pedal and a gear shift, why would it need those if its automatic?

A: It doesn’t have a clutch pedal, only Gas and Brake…
The E-brake is in between the driver and the passenger seats, so that rules that out.

Maybe you saw a manual, but thought it was an Automatic… i dont know what to tell you

Q: Which is better to buy Nissan 350z or Mazda rx-8?
I am torn apart deciding to buy either a nissan 350z or a mazda rx-8. I was wondering if anybody know how long does a nissan and a mazda can last for in mileage? Which car is better for the long term investment? Which car has better quality than the other regarding their brand name? Thanks for your help and opinion!

A: The 350z i love them both but after reading all the reviews and seeing the z perform the z wins.
I would nt say no the either but for me the z first choice.
And value for money the z would win.
If your going to get one have you taken them both for a test run.
One may be the better car,but you know yourself car car can feel different in person.and drive different to each person.
Mileage on both cars they can reach high limits.
I had an older Nissan on 240000 miles and it ran perfect.

Q: What cars use/used to use Wankel Engines (Rotary Engines) besides Mazda RX-8?
I guess the question is pretty self explanatory. I’d like to have a list of cars (companies) that have used Wankel engine (Rotary engine) as their motive force.

As far as I know, currently the only vehicle using one is Mazda RX-8.

Thanks a bunch! :)

A: 1970–1972 Mazda R100
1970–1974 Mazda RX-2, 130 hp (97 kW) and 156 Nm (115 ft·lbf)
1972–1974 Mazda RX-3 (Japan), 110 hp (82 kW) and 135 Nm (100 ft·lbf)
1972–1974 Mazda RX-4
1972–1980 Mazda Luce
1978–1979 Mazda RX-7, 100 hp (75 kW)
Lean-burn
1979–1985 Mazda RX-7 (Japan)
1980–1985 Mazda RX-7 (USA)
6PI
1981–1985 Mazda Luce
1981–1985 Mazda Cosmo

Q: How do you open a Mazda RX-8 Smart Card (Keyless Entry) without breaking it to change the battery?
I have a keyless start and entry for my 2006 RX-8 and my Smart Card’s battery is failing. However I am not someone with a lot of fitness and fear breaking the thing to see what battery it has to replace it.

So I was wondering if their was some trick to opening it up or guide so I can go about it without breaking it apart.

THANKS!

A: Remove your aux key from the base of the card
The battery is in the lower corner of the main card. The battery cover is actually the sidewall in the outer corner. With a paper clip or very small screwdriver, poke into the vertical side of the key near the bottom to remove the battery cover. It doesn’t take much pressure to get it started. and don’t force it. Once you have removed the cover the battery will slide out with a little shake.

The trick is the clip is shaped like a right angle and clips at both ends. To remove get the bottom one started, then wiggle to the side to remove the side without stressing or breaking the cover piece.

Q: Does the Mazda RX-8 use rotary engine technology?
I heard that the Mazda RX-7 was a car that used this new (at the time) rotary engine technology. This was so good that it could go up to 11k RPM without damaging the engine. The only problem with this is that mechanics needed to re-learn how to work on these cars. The result was that most mechanics didn’t learn how to work on them. So, finding someone who can fix your RX-7 would be a tedious task.

My question is: Is it still as hard to find a rotary engine mechanic today? In either case, does the new generation of Mazda RX-8’s use this technology?

A: Rotary engines have been around quite a bit longer than the RX7.

Mazda has used rotary engines for over 40 years. All of their “RX” units have been rotary powered. And other manufactures have used the design before Mazda, like a company called NSU

If you want more history on the rotary Google the inventors name, Felix Wankel.

And to learn how they work, go here:

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/rotary-engine.htm

Because the engine is so different from a piston engine most mechanics don’t know how to work on them. You want to find a rotary specialist if the motor internals need work. A regular mechanic can fix everything else. Of course most Mazda dealerships should have mechanics trained in rotary anyone repair.

And yes, the RX8 is rotary powered.

Q: Damaged the ignition relay for my mazda rx-8?
I damaged the ignition relay for my mazda rx-8. Is there a specific relay that I have to buy for the make or model of the car. Or does it just depend on the voltage. And where is a cheap place that I can buy it.

A: Yes you need one specific for your car. There isn’t a universal ignition relay. It usually just depends on the voltage – but with the rotary and it being a newer model it could be different. Check autozone, it shouldn’t be more than $20.

Q: Would a Mazda RX-8 be considered a girly car? Would it be cool for a guy to drive?
Would the Mazda RX-8 be a cool car for a guy to drive?

About half of the guys at my school are hicks and drive pickup trucks, and I hate pickup trucks. Anyway, I really like the Mazda RX-8, but It seems like it could be a girly car. Do a lot of guys drive it? Would it be cool for a guy to drive?

I’m also looking at the Honda Element, is that cool? Thanks.

A: The RX8 is a very cool car for a single guy with no kids. In Chicago I have noticed short guys favoring big cars, big guys cramming into little sport cars, hispanics drive pickups and gays like the Element. The funniest plate that I have read in the last year was an Element with “toaster” on the plate. My brother in law drove an Element, loved the car but didn’t like the constant jokes about the car. He had it for less than a year and traded it for a Dodge Ram 4X4. Good luck in whatever you do decide.

Q: What is the best insurance for a Mazda rx-8?
I am 16 and this is what I want for my first car. my parents will pay insurance, so they don’t want something too expensive to insure. the rx-8 is sporty and a four door (so i think that’ll make insurance at least a little bit less) with 4 seats, so it will fill my needs just great, but i don’t know what the insurance costs will be like. does anybody know where i can get the best price?

A: Maybe You should google it at first hand ,nevertheless, if you like some direct resource,here   www.Autoinsurancepro.info   should be helpful.

Q: Which is the best fuel for a mazda Rx 8 in England?
I have just bought a 2004 RX 8. Does anyone know which fuel will get the best economy and mpg?

A: First, great choice.

Second, AVOID supermarket fuels. No Tesco, Sainsbury’s or Asda.

In England you should get the Shell Optimax or BP Ultimate. It’s called Optimax in the UK, it’s V-Power in the rest of Europe.

Anyway, these are higher octane fuels, rated 98 and 97 respectively (I’m using standard EU ratings, not American ones). I’ve been using Shell fuels almost exclusively in my Mazdas (626 I bought in the UK) and Mazda3 I have in Slovakia. Similarly, my brother’s Mazda 323 and my father’s 6 and 6MPS (98 or 100 octane fuel) have been always on a Shell diet. We never had any problem fuel-wise, I mean, the one that was caused by low quality fuel. Or any other major problem, for that matter.

Check out a Fifth Gear Episode where theye were testing Optimax against Ultimate (http://www.scoobyblog.com/2006-11-28/video-5th-gear-report-fuels-and-bhp-feat-impreza-sti). They found out that Optimax had an edge over Ultimate. Both increased power and torque especially with high power engines. It should also get you better mileage, you have more power available from the same fuel, so yo should be able to turn it into using normal power with less fuel. When I put V-power 100 octane version we got here in Slovakia into my Mazda, I feel the difference – and the mileage is better by 10-15 percent.

Q: Where can I find a 2004 Mazda RX-8 GT owners manual in PDF Format?
I bought a used 2004 Mazda RX-8 GT and brought it home to find out it didn’t come with an owners manual, and the place I bought it only wants to sell me a new one for 40 bucks. Any ideas where on the net I could grab one up in a PDF format?

A: www.mazda.ca

Click ‘parts and service’, click ‘owner info’
Click ‘owners manuals’

Its in there, the whole thing.

Q: how much will a 2006 Mazda RX-8 be in 2 years?
I’m just searching for cars and was just wondering what the price of a 2006 Mazda RX-8 automatic would be in 2 years? If you could give me an estimate I would appreciate it.

A: Well, since Wes is obviously an expert about RX8’s, I will come to the cars defense since I’ve actually owned one since 2005…

First. Mazda will never re-release the RX7. They will never bring back a turbocharged rotary because it’s too difficult to bring in-line with emissions standards. This why they did such a great development job on the Renesis Rotary engine, the best rotary they have ever built (hardly cutting corners…). They have the best side seal and apex seals designs and materials ever used from the factory. The side-port intake and exhaust allow waaaaaayyyyy better breathing than any previous 13B motor. And the motor, WITHOUT the aid of turbo’s produces 238 HP where the 3rd gen FD RX7 produced a bit more (255 HP) but required 2 turbo’s to do so.

I will assume you are in the US since only American’s don’t post where they are since they assume everyone else here is American, too.

The automatic transmission models are not as sought after as the 6 speed models, which have more HP and are more fun to drive. A 2006 auto model probably sells for around $15K (depending only mileage and service history). I would expect the car to sell for 12K or so in 2011 if it still has some warranty left on the motor (8 yr/100K miles). If not, perhaps $10K.

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