Watch This Before Buying a Mazda RX8 2004-2012

The Mazda RX8 is a fantastic car, but it does come with a good amount of issues. The engine typically lasts between 60-100k miles due to the apex seals. The Mazda RX8 started selling models in 2004 and ended production in 2013. The Series 1 RX8 lasted up to 2008, which has most of the issues. So, if you really want an RX8, I would grab one post 2009.
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2004-2008 Tail Light gaskets: ebay.us/WbjzIc
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Videos to watch:
Apex seals: • How to install rotary ...
Premixing guide: • How To Premix Your Rot...
Starter replacementL • Mazda Rx8 Engine Start...
Replace fuel pump: • 2004 RX8 Fuel Pump Rem...
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Time stamps:
0:00 MAZDA RX8 Review
0:58 Apex Seals
2:05 O2 Sensor
2:25 Moisture in talights and headlights
2:47 Starter Failure
3:10 Carbon Buildup
3:40 Fuel pump
4:00 Overheating
4:27 other mentionables
5:49 conclusion

[@TheSW3RV3]

As a owner of a S1 07 Mazda Rx8 for two years now it finally failed on me going uphill on a red light. After getting it towed to my house I'm still waiting on ignition coils to see if that was the problem. As a 23 year old i absolutely love this car. Alot of pure pressure from family and friends to sell it. I've grown attached to the 8 as this was the first car I really loved when I was younger playing Midnight Club LA when I first started getting into cars. I bought the car without even knowing it was from the game! One day I looked at my 8 saying "This car looks really familiar". So I played Midnight Club LA again and found it was the car I really enjoyed when I was younger playing the game. I have a strong crush to this car as it was almost meant to be for me. :)

[@TheSW3RV3]

Update! After receiving my ignition coils the other day I replaced them yesterday and now my 8 is up and running. Made my day test driving it on the highway :)

[@AutoMotivate]

Dude, that is such a beautiful thing 🙏 I’m glad the cooks was the issue and she’s back on the road again! Stay safe my friend!

[@CarlosRamirez-fz5le]

Bro I swear I love the r8 for that reason, I won that one pink slip race in mcla for the green rx8 and fell in love with it.

[@ceasn17]

I got an 2006 Rx8, I've own it for 11yrs now. If your not willing to put the work in to maintain it, don't bother, but man it's worth the work. If you find a well maintained one, pick it up, put a cat back on it, and you'll be smiling.

[@vichope6408]

What makes it brap brap brap idle?

[@hansel702]

​@Vic hope you have to do a Bridgeport. That would make it brap.

[@mx7_bofa]

I think ima get a manual 04 tomorrow with 94k on it any tips?

[@HDLifter]

Love my 2005 RX8!

[@jayzesty4690]

Awesome review!

[@brendanleuthner4851]

I have an FB RX-7 as a weekend and summer car. It's SO fun to drive but I'm looking at getting an FD (if I can afford one some day) or an RX-8 (more affordable). The FB was a cheap classic and now I'm in LOVE with rotarys!

[@azgard8914]

Hello I put a new battery in my 2008 and now the steering is stiff turning right…..iv cleaned grey ports below air box….reset steering with ignition on an turn right then left and still no luck do you have any ideas…..thanks

[@cliffynjovelyn893]

I've owned my RX8 for 1.5 years now, yes it is a car you fall in love with as it is a car with actual personality and a rev happy engine and insane handling! It's worth it for real car guys who know how to maintain vehicles, for everyone else stick to your mum's camry.

[@jaycool5978]

Can u increase the life of the coils by placing fans on their heatsinks ? Although the engine bay is often baking hot anyway. Mostly due to the angle of the radiator and fans directing the heat upwards. Shame the heat isn't directed through both wings to literally reduce the heat

[@jakelamotta2387]

Only 1 thing id like to question... why use synthetic oil instead conventional oil? Ot wpuld save half the problem with the engine not heating properly.

[@obryaanprioleau6148]

What is this body kit???

[@llavero5]

3:35 Fuel pumps do not break due to heat, but because they are not made to inject the premix

[@paulrakis]

ok great video so from 2009 to 2012 its the series 2? does anyone know which years are the best to buy now? im thinking the newer the better far as the engine with the newer seals. 2009 and up would be better? thanks guys

[@skyy_xx]

The best one you can get is R3 version, last one. The most beautiful from all versions.

[@psychoaceclap6402]

I really hope Mazda creates a reliable rotary so they could release the rx9 that would be a dream

[@AutoMotivate]

Honestly, it seems possible. They know its flaws. Why not make a perfect rotary?

[@psychoaceclap6402]

@@AutoMotivate exactly it doesn’t make sense honestly

[@QuintusKing]

@@AutoMotivate Emission is the main reason but I believe they''ll find ways to solve it... at least for some time. The RX-9 would likely be the last of their rotaries if they ever came true now that carmakers are getting on the EV trend (also part of government pressures).

[@MrWigglyDiggly95]

I found a 2007 rx-8 with 48k miles. Anything I should be looking for or should do when I do get it? Never owned a Mazda or a rotary before. Sorry for the noob comment

[@oldrrocr]

yes, have a rx-8 expert look it over. or join the RX owners club for advice BEFORE YOU BUY.

[@richardpuckett8127]

Always get a car put on a lift, and inspected before you buy it. Either find a rotary engine specialist, or take it to a Mazda dealership.

[@CivilianAdams]

Compression test.

[@adamski9952]

Number 1 problem, people drive it like a piston engine...

[@theexplorer9927]

wdym? pd. Im Looking to buy a mazda rx8

[@LSCBTHEWAVY]

In other words YOU WANT YOUR CAR BE A CAR U GOTTA PUSH IT PEDAL TO THE MEDAL

[@xXilisminusXx]

Apex sill

[@TheWHEATISHweet]

Lmao I just crashed mine

[@AutoMotivate]

Ahh… what a way to go. Hopefully you weren’t harmed!

[@papatorr3669]

Lmao? You crashed yours? Or someone crashed into you?

[@AlDim000]

Wait, so you thrashed the 7th gen Celica because of a couple of minor issues, but the RX-8 is somehow a "great, stellar car" even though it needs an engine rebuild every 100k or less? lol

[@AutoMotivate]

These videos talk about common issues within a particular car. I’m not trash talking any of the cars. The Celica is great. I might actually get one. Stating common issues isn’t trash talking. Have a better day!

[@jamesowen418]

It's a great "drivers car", it has issues same as any other car .

[@allanespinosa941]

Funny cuz im selling my gts for an rx8 lmfaooo

[@AlDim000]

@@allanespinosa941 Funny 'cause I own a Celica GT-S *and* an FD RX-7.

[@robertschris79]

Sticking valves lol…….wrong ! Don’t have them !

[@nichollekrishnan3870]

So I bought a 2005 RX-8 Shinka edition because I absolutely LOVED my RX-7, unfortunately, not only have I had issues, my husband is too tall to be in it comfortably. I don't mind wrenching, but it seems like a money pit....fun to drive, but expensive

[@pamspencer5733]

How $$$ are your issues? I found a 2004 & it's gorgeous,like my first boyfriend,lol! I can't believe all the negative reviews, positive!🕵️ This car is baby blue & pristine!

[@mhmyeah9634]

Too late 😈

[@CivilianAdams]

Rx8

[@mattc420]

Well thats it. I'm definitely not buying one now! I'm not buying something that requires oil in the gas. I'd buy a dirt bike if I wanted a 2 stroke.

[@oldrrocr]

Why are you watching?