Love your story, want to add mine. I've had 4 RX8s since 2013 and all 4 are still on the road working well. It all started when my Dad got an RX8 for my Mom back in 2013. It was a JDM 2003 AT with the stock BBS rims only available in Japan. Didnt know anything about it other than it looked really cool. But because I'm the mechanic of the family it was always up to me to maintain it. I absolutely loved working on it and learned so much about it in the process. Around a year later, a red 2004 JDM RX8 5 speed manual popped up on the local ebay for cars saying it had lost compression. I go over there and crank it and the pulses were there, just wouldn't start. They were convinced the engine was toast. I bought it and had the engine running in about 2 hours. Compression was 7-8 bar on all rotor faces so I really scored big. Loved that car. About 2 years later, the AT my mom got was starting to give issues. But at the time I was looking at another RX8 for her. The third RX8 was a grey 2005 AT also JDM but it ran brilliantly. He only wanted $4500 for it and it was literally perfect. I believe it had a new engine and transmission put in before it was shipped from Japan. Compression ended up being in the high 8's - low 9's. She still drives that car to this day and its spectacular. My 4th RX8 was the same story as the red RX8. I bought it about a year ago. Owner couldnt get the engine going and I bought it extremely cheap. This one exactly the same as yours except its silver. A USDM RX8 GT 6 speed manual. I still drive this car to this very day. Dont listen to the haters and misinformed owners. This car is extremely easy to maintain, it's just different. Excellent car, looking at importing a 2011 R3 from Japan as soon as I'm able to afford it.
@@chrislg4519 Listening to how it cranks is important before buying. You want to hear even, strong pulses while the engine is turning over. Most of the time these just end up getting flooded due to a weak and poorly maintained ignition system. New coils, plugs and wires after deflooding the car and they start right up even with below minimum compression.
really appreciate you taking the time to leave this here cuz i just got an rx8 for an early high school graduation present and the only problem weve had is getting it to start, it always does, it just takes a couple turns before doing so its rarely immediate so tomorrow im about to take a look at the whole ignition system and see if i cant fix the problem
I’ve had a 2004 Mazda rx8 for 12 years. I bought back 2008. The car has been great. I used it on the track for years. I’m still on the original engine. No issues. Not even a check engine light.
I am a RX-8 Owner for almost 3 Yrs now. I never had engine Issues (except for flopded engine 1 time whicjbwas my fault i undoin the ignition back then) its still my dreamcar up today and i enjoy having and owning it. I studied for 2 years befor i actually got tjat car just to get i to know better in terms of issues, how to use and maintain the car. Its stiöl awesome. I onöy had to replace my Cat back exhaust because the stock was corroded to shrimps and was done for there is now a Magnaflow exhaust under it and i also exchanged my coils to AEM ignition system. Ever since then i have a gopd running engine and everything except the corrosion which i wiöö get rid of this year is fine. Keep the car and the channel up bud, love to see more of you and you 8. Greetings from germany!
Thanks, it's good to see some something positive about the much maligned RX8. Mine is pretty much the same as yours, black, the Prodrive version (so I got the lowered suspension already). I had the engine rebuilt and the Racing Beat exhaust put on last winter. It's my daily drive - which at the moment means about 500 miles of British motorways a week. I love it. Best car I ever owned. I've been watching your stuff for a while now, and it's interesting to see, how an 18yo who made a changing a clutch look easy, thinks of the car now.
Nicee. Good for you and happy to see that u still bought it despite all hate the rx8 has. I still wish I had one I love the model and when I will afford one will buy me on just to work on her and drive her on summer. Waiting for next vid. GG
I just graduated HS and was thinking of buying a sporty fun car to drive I am still doing research when I found out your channel and your rx8.the reviews about this car are killing me. they talking how bad the engine is and slow it is. and more bad review stuff, so IDK causes this a sporty car that fits my budgets. nee help, and buy the man nice video dude.
Hey I love your story it’s funny that it’s so identical to mine I baught one 3 days ago I’m 15 I can only drive in in my nabor hood it’s tuned me too was looking at subies and it’s just so cool how close our story’s are mine came with extra parts you’ve helped me with my car a lot and I want to say thank you
Have had my rx8 for around the same amount of time and have no plans on ever selling it! Those damn ignition coils though!?!!! Next upgrade is to the Ls1 coils
I love my rx8 yes they get a lot of hate but I don't care, and I love my rotary's. I moved to Japan in September, and I brought another rx8 this will be my third rotary. Rx8, Cosmo 13b and another Rx8, I think a lot more people should give this car a chance they are really good.
Im thinking about buying a Rx8 with 2500 euros. Is tge car worth that and how much have you spent on your cars tuning parts aproximately cause i thouhgt i could maje the car look a lot different than it is now
Bro emm can u tell me something about the reliability of the rx-8? Emm how would u compare this car with something which has piston engine? Please compare the reliability.
Hi. You ever had an issue with the power steering on car?? Mine turns normal to left but to right is harder to do. It's not the wiring harness or mechanical part at fault. Have been told it's the PS rack but expensive issue to resolve. Hmm. Thanks
Andy Spinks there are some wiring connectors that plug into the steering rack unplug them clean them then plug them back in that should work. It’s a known problem with these cars. Also rx8club.com has a lot on good info to.
Dam sorry man. Try looking on rx8 club maybe there’s other ways that might help. Also if you absolutely need a new rack try hitting up purelyrx8 part out page on Facebook maybe some one has a good used one for cheap.
Please answer do you think this is a good used RX8 I really love them (I'm from Greece): www.car.gr/25652440-mazda-rx-8-challenge Also how old are you and when did you get your licence?
Bro I highly recommend it it looks good so far and good mileage u just need to ask the owner about all the history of the car and if it had a rebuilt engine in ask when?
I'm looking at rx8s and came across this. At the end said u had the rx8 for 5 years and I dident hear u mention a engine swap. Surley the rotary hasent lasted u 5 years?
It sure has! It really comes down to how you take care of your engine. If you do regular maintenance, keep an eye on your temperatures, and premix, these engines can last for a long time!
@@PeterArmour I'm thinking about getting one as my daily to work and back that's about it. My only issue I'm not rotary enthusiast but down to learn on the way already know the basics let it warm up rev to 9k once a day to clean the build up use premix and only premium fuel. And make sure u have alot of money for fuel
@japand tuning I want to buy a rx-8 but real scared of outcome its a series 2 i watch nearly all the video you have and a im still scared but because u have such a positive attitude of this car i am going to but it just waiting on the cash what are your recommendations for when i buy what should i do first to the car or check......?
Compression test is the main thing but check it like any other car. Check condition of all wear parts like brakes, suspension, hoses and overall condition of the car.
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Love your story, want to add mine. I've had 4 RX8s since 2013 and all 4 are still on the road working well. It all started when my Dad got an RX8 for my Mom back in 2013. It was a JDM 2003 AT with the stock BBS rims only available in Japan. Didnt know anything about it other than it looked really cool. But because I'm the mechanic of the family it was always up to me to maintain it. I absolutely loved working on it and learned so much about it in the process.
Around a year later, a red 2004 JDM RX8 5 speed manual popped up on the local ebay for cars saying it had lost compression. I go over there and crank it and the pulses were there, just wouldn't start. They were convinced the engine was toast. I bought it and had the engine running in about 2 hours. Compression was 7-8 bar on all rotor faces so I really scored big. Loved that car.
About 2 years later, the AT my mom got was starting to give issues. But at the time I was looking at another RX8 for her. The third RX8 was a grey 2005 AT also JDM but it ran brilliantly. He only wanted $4500 for it and it was literally perfect. I believe it had a new engine and transmission put in before it was shipped from Japan. Compression ended up being in the high 8's - low 9's. She still drives that car to this day and its spectacular.
My 4th RX8 was the same story as the red RX8. I bought it about a year ago. Owner couldnt get the engine going and I bought it extremely cheap. This one exactly the same as yours except its silver. A USDM RX8 GT 6 speed manual. I still drive this car to this very day.
Dont listen to the haters and misinformed owners. This car is extremely easy to maintain, it's just different. Excellent car, looking at importing a 2011 R3 from Japan as soon as I'm able to afford it.
MischiefPwns - Interesting Rx8 experiences 👍 may i ask what u did and discovered to get them started? Thank you ⭐🚘🚗
@@chrislg4519 Listening to how it cranks is important before buying. You want to hear even, strong pulses while the engine is turning over. Most of the time these just end up getting flooded due to a weak and poorly maintained ignition system. New coils, plugs and wires after deflooding the car and they start right up even with below minimum compression.
@@mischiefpwns Ok great info 👍⭐ on ignition coils, plugs, battery, starter etc. Thanks Mischief and continued blessings 🙏🚗🚘☺
I want an RX-8 now 😭
really appreciate you taking the time to leave this here cuz i just got an rx8 for an early high school graduation present and the only problem weve had is getting it to start, it always does, it just takes a couple turns before doing so its rarely immediate so tomorrow im about to take a look at the whole ignition system and see if i cant fix the problem
It’s good to see another channel with a rx8. Keep up the good work!
I’ve had a 2004 Mazda rx8 for 12
years. I bought back 2008. The car has been great. I used it on the track for years. I’m still on the original engine. No issues. Not even a check engine light.
Wow that's impressive💯💯💯
👏👏👏Awesome
How many miles have. you driven it since you bought it? & what is the mileage sitting at now? Thats damn good for a sports car, especially an rx8
I’m the same 04 231 had it 7 years 90000 miles original engine
Hoping to get my license and start my own rx8 story sometime soon
I am a RX-8 Owner for almost 3 Yrs now. I never had engine Issues (except for flopded engine 1 time whicjbwas my fault i undoin the ignition back then) its still my dreamcar up today and i enjoy having and owning it. I studied for 2 years befor i actually got tjat car just to get i to know better in terms of issues, how to use and maintain the car. Its stiöl awesome. I onöy had to replace my Cat back exhaust because the stock was corroded to shrimps and was done for there is now a Magnaflow exhaust under it and i also exchanged my coils to AEM ignition system. Ever since then i have a gopd running engine and everything except the corrosion which i wiöö get rid of this year is fine. Keep the car and the channel up bud, love to see more of you and you 8. Greetings from germany!
Thanks, it's good to see some something positive about the much maligned RX8. Mine is pretty much the same as yours, black, the Prodrive version (so I got the lowered suspension already). I had the engine rebuilt and the Racing Beat exhaust put on last winter. It's my daily drive - which at the moment means about 500 miles of British motorways a week. I love it. Best car I ever owned.
I've been watching your stuff for a while now, and it's interesting to see, how an 18yo who made a changing a clutch look easy, thinks of the car now.
Cool story brother. RX series sports cars for life.
Total agree its one of the coolest looking cars around!
Been waiting for a new vid ! Just bought a black 2006 rx8 as well !
Nicee. Good for you and happy to see that u still bought it despite all hate the rx8 has. I still wish I had one I love the model and when I will afford one will buy me on just to work on her and drive her on summer. Waiting for next vid. GG
Bro you had the same mindset I have now about the rx8
Everybody wants an Rx8 now. Prices are going up
Keep that Car. Greetings from a Miata NA - NB owner:) - (and in 3 months a RX8...:)
Awesome story.
I have the same access port on my rx8. However my car is getting an engine rebuild. Street porting it, hope to have it back up on the road in a month.
I just graduated HS and was thinking of buying a sporty fun car to drive I am still doing research when I found out your channel and your rx8.the reviews about this car are killing me. they talking how bad the engine is and slow it is. and more bad review stuff, so IDK causes this a sporty car that fits my budgets. nee help, and buy the man nice video dude.
Hey I love your story it’s funny that it’s so identical to mine I baught one 3 days ago I’m 15 I can only drive in in my nabor hood it’s tuned me too was looking at subies and it’s just so cool how close our story’s are mine came with extra parts you’ve helped me with my car a lot and I want to say thank you
Have had my rx8 for around the same amount of time and have no plans on ever selling it! Those damn ignition coils though!?!!! Next upgrade is to the Ls1 coils
I love my rx8 yes they get a lot of hate but I don't care, and I love my rotary's. I moved to Japan in September, and I brought another rx8 this will be my third rotary. Rx8, Cosmo 13b and another Rx8, I think a lot more people should give this car a chance they are really good.
Awesome review.
I got my Mazda rx8 in the summer and I also am 15
Hey man Im about to get one how much is insurance?
@@impeepininyourwindow1201 very cheap for a sports car
@@skidzz2240 do you know your monthly payments
Awesome video i love my 8 to hope you continue to make 8 content love the channel
Im thinking about buying a Rx8 with 2500 euros. Is tge car worth that and how much have you spent on your cars tuning parts aproximately cause i thouhgt i could maje the car look a lot different than it is now
Bro emm can u tell me something about the reliability of the rx-8? Emm how would u compare this car with something which has piston engine? Please compare the reliability.
That's literally all he does in this channel...
Just got a 2008 Mazda rx8 40th anniversary edition, not sure what mods to do first
@King Cb Interesting mod ⭐🚘🚗 may i ask if midpipe replaces or deletes Catalytic converter to allow gases to pass faster & give higher HPs? Thanks
Hi. You ever had an issue with the power steering on car?? Mine turns normal to left but to right is harder to do. It's not the wiring harness or mechanical part at fault. Have been told it's the PS rack but expensive issue to resolve. Hmm. Thanks
I’ve seen a few videos on ways to fix that problem it’s common just search for it
@@brr4328 I've tried all the video fixes. None have worked thus far unfortunately.
Andy Spinks there are some wiring connectors that plug into the steering rack unplug them clean them then plug them back in that should work. It’s a known problem with these cars. Also rx8club.com has a lot on good info to.
@@flatoutinc1040 thanks for reply. This made no difference. I cleaned twice and even tried another harness. Mazda say I need new rack at £2500...arghh
Dam sorry man. Try looking on rx8 club maybe there’s other ways that might help. Also if you absolutely need a new rack try hitting up purelyrx8 part out page on Facebook maybe some one has a good used one for cheap.
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please complete the 7th gen civic turbo project!!
how many miles does the car have now ?
What year is your rx8?
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Can someone tel me a price range for mazda rx8? I see a lot of oferts like "rx8 2007 100.000 2000€" or "rx8 2007 100.000km 5000€"...
your website down?
what wheel diameter do you have on it?
Thought you got rid of it lol
Please answer do you think this is a good used RX8 I really love them (I'm from Greece): www.car.gr/25652440-mazda-rx-8-challenge
Also how old are you and when did you get your licence?
@@Itsryanhardy Thank you bro I'm not even old enough to get a license yet but I can't wait. Was it hard to take it?
Does your RX8 had any problems because many people claim it's not a reliable car?
@@Itsryanhardy Thank you!!
Bro I highly recommend it it looks good so far and good mileage u just need to ask the owner about all the history of the car and if it had a rebuilt engine in ask when?
@@Zrvsgiorgos Φιλε και γω ελληνας ειμαι 20 χρονων μολις αγορασα RX8 πριν 1 μηνα, αν θες να με ρωτησεις καποια πραγματα δεν θα ειχα θεμα
I'm looking at rx8s and came across this. At the end said u had the rx8 for 5 years and I dident hear u mention a engine swap. Surley the rotary hasent lasted u 5 years?
It sure has! It really comes down to how you take care of your engine. If you do regular maintenance, keep an eye on your temperatures, and premix, these engines can last for a long time!
@@PeterArmour I'm thinking about getting one as my daily to work and back that's about it. My only issue I'm not rotary enthusiast but down to learn on the way already know the basics let it warm up rev to 9k once a day to clean the build up use premix and only premium fuel. And make sure u have alot of money for fuel
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@japand tuning I want to buy a rx-8 but real scared of outcome its a series 2 i watch nearly all the video you have and a im still scared but because u have such a positive attitude of this car i am going to but it just waiting on the cash what are your recommendations for when i buy what should i do first to the car or check......?
Compression test is the main thing but check it like any other car. Check condition of all wear parts like brakes, suspension, hoses and overall condition of the car.