I've narrowed my search down to three options, all in southern CA:
#1 - 2005 GT, 166k miles. Private seller. Original engine, all maintenance records, recent compression test, replaced spark plugs, bwd ignition coils, aluminum radiator. $7.6k.
Seems like my best option since the owner addressed its engine, starter, and cooling issues. I'm only hesitant about that really high mileage, but it could be a solid buy if the compression test scores are good (and negotiating the price).
#2 - 2005 T, 130k miles. Dealer. 5 previous owners, compression test available. $4.6k.
Sketches me out from having 5 previous owners, its history says it's been through a few repo's and sales and I'm trying to check if its engine had been replaced/rebuilt. Could be good if the engine and transmission are still healthy, but I'd have to budget time and money for a rebuild if something goes wrong.
#3 - 2005, 125k miles. Still obtaining details. $5.6k
Seems pretty clean, but the seller also posted rx8 rotors and a crankshaft in another post. He may have rebuilt the engine and didn't mention it in his sale listing.
Thoughts and opinions on buying a high mileage RX-8? I could post sale links if it helps. Thanks guys!
#1 - 2005 GT, 166k miles. Private seller. Original engine, all maintenance records, recent compression test, replaced spark plugs, bwd ignition coils, aluminum radiator. $7.6k.
Seems like my best option since the owner addressed its engine, starter, and cooling issues. I'm only hesitant about that really high mileage, but it could be a solid buy if the compression test scores are good (and negotiating the price).
#2 - 2005 T, 130k miles. Dealer. 5 previous owners, compression test available. $4.6k.
Sketches me out from having 5 previous owners, its history says it's been through a few repo's and sales and I'm trying to check if its engine had been replaced/rebuilt. Could be good if the engine and transmission are still healthy, but I'd have to budget time and money for a rebuild if something goes wrong.
#3 - 2005, 125k miles. Still obtaining details. $5.6k
Seems pretty clean, but the seller also posted rx8 rotors and a crankshaft in another post. He may have rebuilt the engine and didn't mention it in his sale listing.
Thoughts and opinions on buying a high mileage RX-8? I could post sale links if it helps. Thanks guys!
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