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project86 07-26-2012 09:38 PM

Rx8 prospect
 
Hello all. So I found an 2004 8 that I'm thinking of trying to pick up. I remember a while back reading that they had a few issues here and there (ie coil packs going out). Are there any other common issues with that particular model year that I should be aware of and address ASAP if I was to get ahold of it? Thanks for the advice in advance.

Dannobre 07-26-2012 10:54 PM

Motor has an 8yr extended warranty that likely is over...read up on the engine quirks and make sure you get it cheap enough if the motor isn't in good shape. Personally I would pay for a compression test to give you some piece of mind unless it is a DIY project

lilring 07-26-2012 11:08 PM

for a coil upgrade, look at raceroots.com or BlackHaloRacing.com once you buy them your set for like pretty much.

WE3RX7 07-26-2012 11:26 PM

The coils are most common failure, but the 04 starter is weak and the sun visors arent great either.... upgrade both to 06 or newer and you will be set...

lilring 07-27-2012 06:59 AM

If you buy a new Starter, it can actually be off a 2009 or newer. the S2 starters are even better and its a direct fit

project86 07-27-2012 01:54 PM

Thanks for the advice. If its of any help it's got pretty low miles... 76 k

JL1RX7 07-27-2012 02:35 PM

Make sure its got all the TSB's and ECM flashes up to date. Highly doubtful the 8 year/100k engine warranty is still left. But its worth a look and a compression check.

project86 07-28-2012 10:05 PM

Well they sold it before I could get there for the test drive... Sad day. I looked around in the web to see l if there were more in the area but there don't seem to be many around Eglin... Oh well...


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