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In terms of raw acceleration and effective aftermarket, I think the real competition for the Mustang/F-bodies were the turbo AWD DSM Talons and Eclipses. True, there were some reliability issues, but in terms of power per mod dollar, they couldn't be beat. I'm still disappointed that Mitsubishi decided to kill the turbo AWD Eclipse in favor of the current FWD V6.
Back on topic, I remember hearing rumors of a two-door version of the RX-8 -- and I'm not talking about the RX-7. Mazda has always said that the RX-7 would be their high-end flagship sports car, with additional power and performance, but I also heard that they would introduce an RX-8 at the same price/performance point, but with two-doors. The report I read said that the four-door version would be introduced first, with a two-door RX-8 to come out later.
That was a while ago, and I don't know whether plans have changed. I'm curious whether anyone else has heard about this. If they did release a two-door RX-8 at the same price point, then that would be a great Prelude replacement...
I think at this point they are just rumors. My guess is alot of platform creativity will appear when the next generation Miata goes to the RX-8 platform.
In the first video, the RX-7 followed the RX-8. Note how far the RX-8 distanced itself from the RX-7 in the sucession of corners. The RX-7 pulled it back in the straight.
RX-7 behind RX-8
In the second video, the order is reversed, the RX-8 followed the RX-7. As soon as they are both in the corners, the RX-8 is right on the RX-7's tail. But again, the RX-7 pulled away in the straight. Also note how much steering inputs go into the RX-7 as compare to the RX-8.
RX-8 behind RX-7
enjoy!
Can we assume the RX-8 didn't have 3 passengers?
BTW, has anybody ordered an RX-8 yet? Saw three on E-bay last night and they have bids. Just called my local Mazda dealer and the salesman said 10% down will hold one for sale at list price. So far no one has reserved one there.
Anyway, I have become a little skeptical. I see this taking of deposits as a no lose situation for the dealer. If he is only allocated a small number and when these vehicles arrive there are customers waiting in line willing to pay a high mark-up then I wouldn't feel too confident about the dealer honoring the agreement he made with me, at least not with the early arrivals.
A friend had a deposit made early on a M3 sedan a few years back. The price had been agreed upon at the time of the deposit. When his car came in, it was promptly sold to another person who agreed to pay more. "Sorry, but that's the way it goes" he was told. I won't repeat his reply.
I wanna drive on this track!!!!!
3011 lbs (to be confirmed)
This is for the six speed.
OTOH, if you want an RX-7, the best way to ensure that it will be brought to the US is to buy an RX-8. ;-)
Seriously, do you think they can make their sales target? They're banking alot on the supposed extra appeal of two more doors. I don't know. Utility in its part of the market seems like a shakey play to bank on. I hope they're right, though!!
I'm specifically thinking about the following two paragraphs from the above link:
"But before Mazda rushes to build another RX-7, Bakaj wants to see how the RX-8 does. Mazda hopes to sell about 18,000 units in the United States in 2003, and 30,000 units annually thereafter. That's a big jump; the previous generation RX-7 never broke 7,000 units.
Bakaj said the RX-8 has higher volume potential than a two-seater because of its easier access and ability to carry more people. "
Bakaj is Joseph Bakaj, Mazda's head of global product development.
Personally, I'm interested in what Ford does with this platform. The RX-8 chassis is IMO the perfect platform to build a gas hybrid vehicle. I don't think Mazda's going to do it, but were Ford to attempt a hybrid on the RX-8 platform, they'd sell out in a month.
Maybe I can get my hands on them and add them to the Mazda3 pictures I already have but am too damn scared to post anywhere.
the convertable and coupe are in the works. Also, Ford asked to use the RX-8 platform and so far Mazda had turned down the request.
anyway, the reviews have generally mentioned real room for adults. referred to as "cozy" becasue of the console, etc, but no mentions that I can recall of lack of headroom
From the shape of the rear, doesn't look like a problem.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Anyways, prices were just released at www.canadiandriver.com in the 2003 Canadian autoshow section. You can get either the 210 HP auto version or the 250 HP 6 speed version for $36,750 (CDN) when it goes on sale in June. This price includes 18" wheels, ABS, side airbags, fog lights, and A/C. The base Nissan 350Z sells for about 44K here and a WRX is 35K so the RX-8 looks like it's going to be priced VERY competitevly.
go to the bottom of the page for the links to the video.
glad to see the RENESIS is still hand-built for top-notch quality control!!! :-)
rich
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Maybe Greddy is right, and you will be able to walk in next winter and find some in stock. Maybe not for near invoice, but enough discount to get snow tires. Make a nice Christmas present for someone I'm close to.
Actually wish you could get 17"/50 or 55 series tires. Given how potholed the roads in NJ are right now, I cringe to think of driving on expensive 18" wheels with 40s (45s?). $$$$
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Obi
But you all go ahead and buy one - heck buy two right away - 'cause the RX-8 needs to sell for any other versions to survive to see the light of day.