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Old Jul 23, 2012 | 07:54 PM
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Hi all. I have owned 2 rx8's. I just recently sold my last 04 rx8 to my daughter ,who is crazy about rotary's. 3 days ago I drove 10 hours to purchase a 1994 fd r2. So far I love it. I am hoping to learn all I can about this unique and thrilling car. I have a lot of questions and I know there is probably a wealth of knowledge on this forum.
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Old Jul 26, 2012 | 05:47 PM
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1994 red fd r2 here as well! What color is yours?
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:05 AM
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black with black suede interior.
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 05:30 PM
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I'm sure you'll like it. Feel free to post some pictures once you take them.
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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 11:25 PM
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It sounds funny to say you upgraded to a car 12 years older, but its true in my opinion.
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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 11:42 AM
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The 7 is definately a different driving experience. My rx8's were smooth and quiet and mild mannered. The RX7 just wants to GO. I went to the dragon at deals gap a few days ago.sure was fun. I love it so far.
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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 12:47 PM
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congrats. sweet ride.
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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 01:06 PM
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How did you like the 8? My girlfriend wants one so bad, also you have my dream car haha
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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 09:41 PM
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Welcome!!
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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by SoupMan
How did you like the 8? My girlfriend wants one so bad, also you have my dream car haha
I really like the RX8. The only gripe for me was it just needs a little more power. They are smoth,ride good, and handle very well. I have nothing really bad to say about them. I drove the first one 80k miles with no troubles at all.The car now has 130k mi. and still going strong. My second one "which she now also owns" has 56k mi on the clock.. She loves rotaries.
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 01:10 PM
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just got my first fd not that long ago also, i almost got a rx8 but got a 93 r1 instead.... idk sometimes i think i should have got the rx8 instead lol..... but overall i dont regret it
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Old Aug 7, 2012 | 07:45 AM
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freaking nice fd man
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 01:13 PM
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Thanks man.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 09:00 AM
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Another PF car, welcome to the club. I hope you enjoy it. Unfortunately for me, I don't get to drive mine very much.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 01:53 PM
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sweet
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 11:33 PM
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sweet fd.
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Old Aug 11, 2012 | 09:23 AM
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good looking car.
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 04:50 AM
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nice fd man. i also have one in black with black suede
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 11:04 AM
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Welcome from TN. Thats a beautiful fd.
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 06:51 PM
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That is a clean car, nice find!
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 02:56 PM
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Nice car, best of luck. This place has tons of excellent information.
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