New car ~$30k need reccomendations

[DrMoab]

Originally Posted by mdl

I'm really liking the RX-8. They styling is exactly what I'm looking for. The power seems alright as well. Does the rotary engine have dependability issues? I probably will be selling this car within say 4-5 years and getting myself a newer model, whatever it be. I'm sure the warrantee will cover any issues that might happen...

Take stock out in Mobil 1. You will be buying tons of it.

[Root Moose]

Originally Posted by DrMoab

Take stock out in Mobil 1. You will be buying tons of it.

x2

In a rotary oil is what is used to keep the apex seals alive and make compression. Burning of oil is a byproduct.

[IXNAYXJ]

Originally Posted by mdl

I'm really liking the RX-8. They styling is exactly what I'm looking for. The power seems alright as well. Does the rotary engine have dependability issues? I probably will be selling this car within say 4-5 years and getting myself a newer model, whatever it be. I'm sure the warrantee will cover any issues that might happen...

Like others have expressed, I would steer clear of the RX-8, for a myriad of reasons. Mazda claims to have made the Rotary engine reliable, but until I see them going past 60k miles with the same tip seals, I'll be skeptical. Also, I hope you enjoy revving to redline...every time you want power. It may sound nice on paper, but it gets really old. And they sound like crap.

Among the list of cars that have cropped up here, the RX-8 would be very near the bottom for me. It has an impressive chassis, but just seems like a bad compromise in every other respect.

IF you're set on getting one, make sure you get a manual transmission; the auto's are detuned well below the stick versions. I think you'd be much happier with 350Z or G35 coupe, not to mention a bunch of other cars that have been discussed.

Good luck!

-----Matt-----

[Lord Helmet]

I know this seems like kind of an old thread and I haven't read the whole thing but Subaru is planning to release an Impreza STi "Limited". You will be able to get this trim package without that big nasty wing you don't like yet still retain the power are perfromance.

Here's a link that for more info on the car: http://www.subaru.com/shop/overview.jsp?model=IMPREZA&trim=WRX_STI_LIMITED&co mmand=overview

If you want one I would call your nearest Suby dealer now because they aren't making very many of them.

[mdl]

Originally Posted by Lord Helmet

I know this seems like kind of an old thread and I haven't read the whole thing but Subaru is planning to release an Impreza STi "Limited". You will be able to get this trim package without that big nasty wing you don't like yet still retain the power are perfromance.

Here's a link that for more info on the car: http://www.subaru.com/shop/overview.jsp?model=IMPREZA&trim=WRX_STI_LIMITED&co mmand=overview

If you want one I would call your nearest Suby dealer now because they aren't making very many of them.

Nice leather seats too.. Looks sexy but its a bit higher than what I'm lookin for.

[98XJSport]

If all thats different is the wing and you want to get rid of it you may be able to get an STi and get rid of the big wing and put on a base wrx wing instead. Also makes it the start of a sleeper...

Have you test driven anything let thats left an impression?

[mdl]

My car shopping has been stuck on hold by recent issues with my jeep... To be resumed hopefully tomorow or saturday.



Fawkin short in the charging system somwhere...

[transam89gta]

my wife had her rx-8 at 110000 miles no issue
manual
loved driving it does burn a bit of oil
but less than my xj
have a project xj i'm swapping the rx-8 motor to since my wife got wrecked out
insurance buyback

[makkman]

just an observation that will serve transam89 in the future... theres a little red line before each post... that will serve to remind you how recent the thread is.
this particular one is nearing two years... i should expect he's made his choice...
enjoy

[transam89gta]

yea i know that just giving my input.
others have posted why pick on me

[Ray H]

Originally Posted by transam89gta

yea i know that just giving my input.
others have posted why pick on me

Hahahaha I think he is picking on you because others posted TWO YEARS AGO.

[sherman08]

I would look into the nissan 350Z's, they are cool little cars and fit a suprisingly big driver. Those new Altima Coops are sharp looking cars as well, they come with a comparable package as the 350Z yet there much cheaper.

[Tenny]

GTO def.

[IndyXJ]

Try to spend even MORE to get a used 08/09? Dodge Challenger! Now those are jaw dropping.

[Bent]

Originally Posted by IndyXJ

Try to spend even MORE to get a used 08/09? Dodge Challenger! Now those are jaw dropping.

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It's 2006, those are years away.