Is a RX-8 worth buying?
The RX8 is almost the perfect car. It has immaculate handling, a great rev range, a beautiful sound, and lets not forget those suicidal doors! But everyone who knows a thing or two about rotaries will know the problems that come with them…
What year Rx8 is the best?
As the RX-8 didn’t change much over its seven year run, we’d recommend going with a 2010 or newer model due to the improvements in the engine that greatly reduce roughness, flooding and most importantly, oil consumption. If you’re on a budget and looking at an older model, try to find a low-mileage one-owner car.
What do you need to know before buying a Mazda RX8?
To have ultimate peace of mind when purchasing an Rx8, the best thing to do is have a compression test carried out, this will give you conclusive proof of the health of the engine. If you’re buying from an enthusiast, chances are they will have had one done and should be able to show you proof of the results.
What kind of engine does a Mazda RX 8 have?
This first-generation RX-8 models was powered by a 1.3-litre RENESIS 13B-MSP (2-rotor, multi-side-port) Wankel engine. Initially, Mazda offered the RX-8 with a couple of engine and transmission options. We have listed these below.
Who was the designer of the Mazda RX-8?
The project was headed up by Ikuo Maeda, the son of Matasaburo Maeda (the lead designer of the original RX-7). Approval for the RX-8 project was given on one condition, the final production car needed to have four doors. This condition was partly due to Ford’s influence (They owned a large portion of Mazda at the time).
When did the Mazda RX-7 come out?
Altogether, Mazda launched three different generations of the RX-7 starting in 1978 and finishing in 2002. With the conclusion of the RX-7 linage, Mazda needed to create something special that would bring their rotary sportscar range into the 21st century. What they came up with was the RX-8.