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Used buyer's guide: Mazda RX-8 pictures

The stylish Mazda RX-8 coupe is cheap to buy, but expensive to run

by: Auto Express team
13 Nov 2012
Go to: Used buyer's guide: Mazda RX-8
  • Mazda RX-8 front static
  • Mazda RX-8 rear static
  • Mazda RX-8 interior

    Supportive seats, a clearly laid out dashboard and high-quality materials mark out the RX-8’s cabin – if you’re in the front. The two rear seats are comfortable, too, although space here is much more limited. Still, boot capacity is re

  • Mazda RX-8 suspension

    On cars made in mid to late 2003, the lower suspension arm ball joint can break, leading to a loss of steering, so make sure that the recall work for this has been carried out.

  • Mazda RX-8 engine

    Check that the pipe running from the oil cooler is intact. This can corrode, leading to the loss of all engine oil – after which a seizure is pretty much guaranteed.

  • Mazda RX-8 headlight

    Ensure that the xenon headlights are functioning properly, as water can get in and wreck everything. A set of new headlights will cost £1,000, including labour.

  • Mazda RX-8 catalytic converter

    It might be worth having an emissions test done, because the RX-8’s catalytic converter is prone to failure. Expect to pay £230 plus fitting for an aftermarket replacement.

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