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The RX-8 and new 350Z


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mastachi
03-25-2002, 11:45 AM
I just was wonderin what you guys though of these new cars? I personally think its great mazda is bringin back the rotary.. does any body know if they've made a better solution for there apex seals..i heard that GM had made a good alternative but couldnt get the rights using the rotary..i only heard that though, not sure if its true though.. well, i hope see what people think

NB8CT
03-25-2002, 12:05 PM
I love the RX8, it is great to see mazda bringing thr rotary back for sure. In terms of power i dont think that it will have the potential that the 13B has, but is a testament to the engineering people at mazda to be able to get the same hp non-turbo that they did in the 13B. I would guess that the engine will be much more reliable that the 13B, mostly becuase it it is not turbocharged, the twins on the 13B cause a hella lot 'o problems as most of us know.

I also like what they have done with the looks of the car, I love the sleek lines and it just screams to be looked at. And with the addtion of the suicide door have made it a lot more appealing to the guy who has a family but still wants a sports car. I know that I will be getting one after I graduate in 3 years after I pay off my Miata, and by then I hope that all of the bugs that come with a 1st run will be well worked out, as well as by then having strong aftermarket support so I can make it my own little money pit. I also love the little rotary shaped stop light on the rear under bumper.

The new Z also is nice, I know of a few of my freinds who have Z32's who say that although the motor does not have as much potential as the old Z32's did, it is a great progression for the Z car line up and hopefully will pave the way for more down the road. The car looks stunning inside and out and I love the guage cluster a lot. I would buy one of these also if I had the money, and I love nissan so i know that they will come through on this one.

CivR
03-26-2002, 10:56 AM
it's tiite that mazda is bringing back the rx series as well as nissan with the Z. Performance wise, they both look great. I still like the old rx-7 lines better than the new 8, but even though i think it looks a bit bubbley, i would still drive that thing anyday. I think the Z just looks all around perfect (except that metallic orange colour :rolleyes: ) it will come in other colours right? Ide like to see one in all white with white rims and white interior... i have a thing for white cars :rolleyes:

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