2004 Mazda RX-8 FE Series 1 Manual
VIC • Private
18
Odometer170,979km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Key highlights
*Two owners
Traction and/or Stability control
Cruise control
Climate control
Power Windows
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Comments from the seller
The time has come and after more than 12 years I am selling my car as my family is growing and RX-8 while a lot if things is not a family car. It is also not a perfect first car, especially the manual one, whoever tells you the opposite is desperate to sell it and probably should not be trusted. By now you probably figured out that I’m not that eager to sell it but here’s what you need to know about this car:
Pros:
• Drives like a charm, pure joy
• Is in a really good condition considering the amount of Km’s it done
• Has the original engine and does not need a rebuild (if you know a thing or two about rotary cars you’d appreciate how I taken care of this one)
• Has reinforced sports clutch and few minor aftermarket parts, but no major rebuilds
• It is pretty much a vintage car and should appreciate in price in the next 10 years (lookup the Rx-7 prices
• Is more spacious than it looks
• Has a rotary engine that is not noisy at all
• 2 din Clarion unit and a Metra kit
• Original BOSE dynamics
• Original FE1 leather trim
• Spark plugs changed in December 2023
• Short transmission (which is a negative if you are new to driving manual)
• Has new accumulator claps installed in December 2023
• The car has no finance on it and was never written off
Cons:
• Paintwork has few scratches (on pictures) and does need a touch up
• Radiator is on its way out according to the last service (December 2023) and has 6-12 months in it. I have bought the hoses already (will include them with the car)
• Has been in a minor accident where the front right wing and headlight were replaced
• Cold start is a bit delayed now and the car is due an engine flush/decarb
• RX8s need to be redlined every now and then to burn carbon build up
• Given that this is a rotary engine you can’t just repark the car and go, you’ll need to let it run for about 5 minutes
• Interior leather has some wear and tear damage (scratches and fades but nothing major)
• RX8 need oil top-ups and you will need to monitor this
• Has a dead radiator sensor
• Often provokes other drivers to just cut in front of you
All in all, this is a great joy ride and can be your everyday ride as long as you take proper care of it. I am the third owner of this car, but unfortunately lost most of the paperwork in the recent move. I originally bought the car in SA in late 2011 from the second owner, moved it to NSW and then in 2017 to Victoria (this when I lost some staff during the move). Car had a major service post Covid as I did not drive it at Mazda service centre and was noted as being in great condition but I would urge you to find a rotary mechanic close to you as the service centre charges an arm and a leg and always tries to sell you original RX8 parts which they need to order from Japan and blah blah blah, just buy aftermarket, you are not loosing on quality (sometimes the opposite) and only saving in money.
SAFETY FEATURES:
Keep yourself at a safe distance with ABS brakes. 6 airbags. This Mazda RX-8 (No Badge) Coupe has driver airbag, passenger airbag and side airbags.
OTHER FEATURES:
- Leather gear knob
- 18" alloy wheels
- Sports pedals
- Climate control air conditioning
- Premium BOSE sound system
- Leather seats
- Electric power assisted steering
- Leather steering wheel
- Cruise control
- Front power windows
- Limited slip diff (LSD)
Car details
øVehicle description
FE1031 Coupe 4dr Man 6sp 13Bi Rotary (plus Leather Pack)
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Velocity Red
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Coupe, 4 doors, 4 seats
Transmission
6 speed Manual
Engine
2 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 13BL
Fuel consumption combined‡
12.6 L/100km
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
November 2024
Build date
Check with seller
Compliance date
Check with seller
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-17052319
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD stacker - 6 disc in dash/cabin
Speakers
9 speaker stereo
Premium
Sound system
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassengerHead for 1st row seats (front)Head for 2nd row seatsSide for 1st row occupants (front)
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)TractionElectronic stabilityEBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Security
Engine immobiliser
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Remote
Fuel lid release
Lights & Windows
Headlights
Xenon (low beam only)Washers
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Power windows
Front only
Wipers
Intermittent wipers - variable
Interior
Leather
Gear knobSeatsSteering wheel
Metallic finish
Inserts
Other
Pedals - sports
Seating
Front row seats
Sports
Electric seats
Drivers
Headrests
Integrated 2nd row
Instruments & Controls
Gauges
Tacho
Exterior
Body coloured
BumpersFittings
Boot
Remote boot/hatch release
Mirrors
Electric - heated
Transmission & Drivetrain
Differential
Limited slip diff
Steering
Operation
Multi-function steering wheel
Power steering
Electric assist
Steering column
Tilt only
Brakes
Front
Ventilated
Rear
Ventilated
Suspension
Modes
Suspension - sports
Stabilisation
Front stabiliser
Type
Independent rear suspension
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
18" alloy wheels
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
6
Engine
Engine type
Rotary
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
1308cc
Engine Size (L)
1.3L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
2
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
5
Compression ratio
10
Engine Code
13B MSP
Generic Engine Type
Rotary
Power
177.0kW @ 8200rpm
Torque
211Nm @ 5500rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
136.3kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
6
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Capacity
61L
Fuel Type
Petrol - Premium ULP
RON Rating
95
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Combined‡
12.6L/100km
Fuel Average Distance
484km
CO2 Emission Combined
299g/km
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
18x8.0
Rear Rim Description
18x8.0
Front Tyre Description
225/45 R18
Rear Tyre Description
225/45 R18
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4435mm
Width
1770mm
Height
1340mm
Wheelbase
2700mm
Track Front
1500mm
Track Rear
1505mm
Tare Mass
1299kg
Kerb Weight
1354kg
Towing Capacity (braked)
950kg
Towing Capacity (Unbraked)
700kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
3yr
Warranty in Km
Unlimited km
First Service Due in Km
10000km
First Service Due in Months
6mth
Regular Service Interval in Km
10000km
Regular Service Interval in Months
6mth
Other
Country of Origin
JAPAN
Launch Year
2003
Launch Month
7
Generation Name
FE
Series
FE Series 1
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
4
Body Style
Coupe
Extra Identification
plus Leather Pack
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Banned
Victoria
Banned
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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Pavel is the sellerLocation
Mount Evelyn, VIC 3796
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