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 oil does a Mazda RX8 use?
As mentioned in part 1, oil is hugely important to the smooth and healthy running of an Rx8 – yes they are designed to burn oil, No, they don’t guzzle gallons of it (or shouldn’t anyway!) Use a mineral oil or mineral based semi-synthetic oil most enthusiasts opt for 10W40 with others using a heavier 20W40 for extra protection under heavy driving.
Are there any recalls on the Mazda RX8?
There were a few recalls carried out on Rx8’s throughout the years – oil cooler lines can corrode and should have been checked or changed, the airbags should have been changed, there is an impending one for front suspension components on certain 2004 models and others for issues with fuel tank components and airbag wiring harnesses.
Where are the ignition coils on a Mazda RX8?
Unfortunately, Mazda decided to place the ignition coils of the Rx8 quite close to the engine block which had an unfortunate outcome.
Is there a Buyer’s Guide for the Mazda RX-8?
That’s why we have created this Mazda RX-8 buyer’s guide. If you are looking to purchase a RX-8, this guide will give you all the information you need to know, so you don’t wind up with a lemon. This is a long guide, so make sure you use the table of contents below to skip to the section you want to read (or read it all).
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).
What kind of transmission does a Mazda RX-8 have?
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, gear knob and hand-brake lever. Jointly developed with motorsports company Prodrive, the 2006 PZ RX-8 featured a number of performance and style upgrades over the standard car. It only came with a six-speed manual transmission and was based on the 228-horsepower version of the RX-8.
Is the Mazda RX8 prone to rust in the UK?
Rx8’s in Ireland and the UK are prone to rust – please make sure you check the sills, wheel arches and around the centre brake light for signs of corrosion. Quite a few cars have had NCT failures as a result of this and repairs can be difficult and costly.