Prospective buyer here, been looking around for a long time and have read up on RX-8 ownership. This example here appears to be perfect except from the Engine Compression Test results, which appears very low. Am I missing something?

Engine compression results(@250rpm in kpa x100):
Front:5.9,...

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Thanks for letting me join.
I am in the process of fitting an RX8 engine and gearbox to an Austin A40.... OK. I need a bit of advice. What would be the best method of running the engine - using an original ECU etc, or a stand alone? It's not going to be modified. 200bhp+ in a 600kg car should...

Just popping in to say hi, especially to those who attended the first meet I organised up in Blair Atholl. We were up there last weekend at one of the woodland lodges but the caravan site where we camped on the meet wasn't quite open yet.

The castle was closed as well which gave me the ideal...

Hey All

You might have seen I recently purchased a lovely little rx8 from automotive macohist.

I've been looking for an rx8 for a few months with little success (in fact, I was very close to going to see one on eBay, but someone beat me to it; later that weekend, I saw them posting on Reddit...

Hi everyone! I've just got my hands on a lovely 2003 RX-8 231.

This is my first project car, so I think to say I'm throwing myself in the deep end with the rotary engine is an understatement. However, I am excited to be part of the RX-8 family!

Hi everyone!
Little under two years ago I went and imported an R3 from the UK to Finland. Drove it to Germany and took it home with the ferry. Quite the journey :D
Its got much love since then and I'm excited to share what's been done and where it is still going!

Specs so far
Velocity Red Mica...

Hello - (anyone). So I joined a while ago. I have a Galaxy Grey PZ it is my weekend / keeper car and I drive a manual Crossfire as my daily. I would like to get involved in meets etc but find this site incredibly hard to use and not the most user friendly inspiring site to use - anyone else? Would...

Hi guys! I'm new here and often use the forums for hints and tips. I am a mechanic by trade but stopped a few years back.
I never had the chance to work on a rotary engine, nor had an RX8 come into the shop for me to take a gander at either.
My uncle had two RX8's a few years back and one of them...

Hi everyone,

I 'recently' bought an RX8 that I can't wait to drive. I decided not to run it in standard form as I wanted to try and make it last as long as possible/make it as reliable as a Rotary can be........

So my current plan is to:
Install temp Gauges - Depo Racing 60mm 4in1 and adaptors....

Say hello to this great community
Nice meeting you all as a new member on here

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So I have a 2006 PZ Edition Mazda Rx8 231ps, It's been modified by a previous...

Hi,

My membership was up for renewal and I thought long and hard about not renewing after 3 years. But I decided to renew one last time in hope things pick up from where they are.

I joined to meet local people who are owners and enthusiasts but the majority of people who were regulars at my local...

...It's been a while.

So I had one for ages. Ran beautifully, but the constant fight against the rust was a nuisance albeit I had the plan to get it sorted once and for all.

And then Covid happened.

(Yep I am still bitter about this), As a company director of a travel firm the paid work...

Hey, I'm Will

I have had three rx-8s and been lurking here a while, a bit on the buying and selling threads, but never said hi!

I'm on my third rx-8 now, after 2 cars in just under 2 years, this time I have bought a much cleaner example and aim to look after it a lot more and get more involved in...

Hi, just thought I'd introduce myself and beg forgiveness.

I've had an FD RX7 since 2012, a great car but been stood unused for 4 years so I've agreed a trade-in for an RX8. Now the forgiveness part, I'm afraid the heart of the RX8 has been swapped for a V8. It will be a road and track day car and...

Long time since I have been on here. Regrettably sold my RX8 few years back and picked up my new car last night and glad to be back.

Are you a petrolhead? Of course you are, that's why you're here......

You feel the thrill of a high-revving engine? You appreciate the precision engineering of Japanese cars?

Introducing SpiritR Apparel, brought to you by Drew & Dan........your one-stop shop for stylish, high-quality clothing...

Hi guys, finally got round to buying myself another RX8. Took a risk and appear to have got myself a bargain.
Picked up an 07 kuro edition RX8 for £950 @ 88k miles. No compression test results available, but previous MOT was completely clean and the one before that was only advisories for pads,...

Hello All, my name is Mike!

Newbie currently looking to purchase. Had a nice car history, GT86, then an M240i. Unfortunately, had to trade the BMW for a 7 seat Van Sportline to transport the kids in and now looking for a cheap way to bring the fun back into driving

Hi everyone, I am a soon (few months due to import) to be RX8 owner. I am based in the north east and don’t see many RX8s around, but it would be good to get to some meets and events once mine arrives!

I currently drive a Toyota MR2 and a Suzuki Every Landy Import, I’ve previously had some MX5s...

Hello Everyone!

I joined this weekend gone after a warm welcome onto stand at the very last moment - JDM COMBE 2024!

I've posted a photo of my Aurora Blue R3 (64k miles)

I'm new to forums and especially posting, slowly working my way through the site and having a good browse..!!

Looking...

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I live in Stourbridge near Birmingham and own a PZ thats now been off the road for 2 years. I was looking at getting in back on the road and MOT'd but want to get a compression test done as I may consider selling it this year. Anyone near B'ham/Stourbridge you know that can do a compression...

Hi all

I'm Adam, son of former Owners Club member Essex2Visuvesi (Gary). We used to regular the Essex pub meets when he got his PZ when I was 14, and here I am, 10 years later, and still obsessed with these silly little triangle cars. After a couple of years without an RX-8, I've once again found...

Hi everyone
I have had an interest in RX8's for some years and now have the time and opportunity to dive in!
Still researching the various models etc but do rather like PZ's especially in black.
Anyway I'll have a good read and go from there.

Hi guys,

Short background story followed by a request. Sorry for the depressive start. Potential trigger warning;

A few weeks back I found my best mate who had died by suicide. I won’t go into details to save anyone here’s mental state. But I attempted CPR without success.
Me, this friend and...

Had my R3 for 2 weeks now (2010 model with 39k on the clock, fantastic compression figures)
Absolutely love it.
I blame my son, Austin, who is a member here with his 40th Anniversary.

Purchased from Nick at Enjoyable Cars, who is a top bloke.

Hi there,
I'm Chris and last year I purchased my red '08 Kuro. It's been quite a journey since the car was pretty much done with the world.

Looking foward to future discussions in the forum.
Best,
Chris

Hello all,
I have finally just joined this club and am hoping to meet some of you at a meet or event.
I am very proud of my RX8 and have owned her since 2016.
We have been on many trips together and now it is time to sort her out and maybe get a respray?
There are a few bits missing like interior...

Been on the forum for a while, but never actually made a hello post!

Got a 2010 R3, originally silver, but after a long winter hibernation, it has now come out in Avery white snow pearl gloss.
Mileage is a little high, but solid compression numbers after a rebuild 10k ish miles ago.

I'm based in...

I wasn't even looking for a replacement for the MX5, but in January this came up for sale, and wellllll....
I should add I'm not particularly mechanically minded, haven't had a modified or rotary engine car before, and don't really want to do track days (Hooting around A & B roads is a different...

Hello everyone,
I'm new to this forum because I'm looking for my dream car, an RX8 of course :twisted:
I hope to take advantage of the buyer's guide and your invaluable advice!
Cheers !!

Hi just a short introduction my names kieren i live in the North West, And have owned three RX8'S in total my latest addition being No 600 of 800 made Prodrive / OZ Racing PZ Edition

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Hello everyone, and thanks for letting me into the forum.

I am 75% serious about getting myself an RX8 in the next year or so, once I have sold my bike and sorted my workshop. I wanted to get some insights from this forum before I firmed up any decision. The car would be a hobby, and I like to...

Hi all, I decided to join the forum as usual this would be a good venue to gather the look out when buying the car and of course to see what the ownership maybe like.

I'm still in 2 mind about the RX8, my other car is a 350z (on axle stand) and a hybrid SUV...... Missing the heel toe action........

Hi All,

The obligatory Im new here post.

Had my Sunlight Silver 6 port 6 speed 2005 for 3 years.
Bought with a new engine, but didnt trust it given the cars sketchy past being left in a yard as a deceased estate. For safety, swapped the motor out with a freshy balanced for high revs....

Hello, a few days ago I bought my dream car, an R3, and I couldn’t be happier. It has 92k miles on the original engine (2010) and mid 6’s on compression but full Mazda service history and has been well maintained by 2 previous owners I believe and looks amazing inside and out. It has recently had...

Hi, I have an RX8 with the SatNav housing (but no CD which I understand to be useless anyway), and am looking for a nexus or similar replacement.

Does anyone have one to sell, or does any one do that? I am in London.

Thanks,

John

Wanted one of these for... a while. Probably since about the time my car was new :) Finally bought one, my second car ever :D

Slightly less than two tanks of fuel later (which got me... about as far as I expected, but perhaps not as far as some of the people I know expected :lol:), here I am.

ok, so you all know me quite well :lol: at least most of you. those that don't, hi :D

my other profile for those that don't know:

so hi, again :D

I had been looking around for quite a while for a RX8, I took the plunge about a month ago and I'm pleased with what I have got, bit of cosmetic work needed but running wise it is steady and goes well. Took it on a long drive the other day and it didn't miss a beat.

Hello folks,

This is just a very quick post to introduce myself and to say hello :salut: .

I have been a long time reader of the forum and an even longer admirer of the RX8 but, until October this year, had not even driven one. I am now the proud owner of a beautiful 40th Anniversary model in Met...

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Hi. I got RX-8 first gen. I've done plenty mods already, mainly focusing on improving reliability:

Sohn adapter. I use MOTUL 300V 15W50 COMPETITION for oil pan and MOTUL 710 2T SYNTHETIC for adapter tank
Bigger coils with better cables
RX7 oil pressure...