Originally Posted by ParkStr8

Since you asked. In 2011 I bought a 2010 RX8 with 5k on it as a "toy" car to play with. It was fully loaded sans navigation - and owned by a woman. I did my research and knew all the "issues" - but I figured they were no big deal if managed.

Within the first week I knew I had made a mistake for the type of driver/owner I am.

Low on power, horrible mileage, cheap plastics, oil consumption to the max, terrible build quality, water in tail lights, pain to maintain, etc... Upside - 4 doors, it was light and handled well once you got it going.

The Z is in another league. Design, materials, build quality, engine, - everything. Think of it like if you were comparing our Z to a Cayman or 911. That's how far a step up it is.

Most Z's are fairly bullet proof. The only chance you have of getting a decent price is to have the rotary engine replaced under warranty.

-s-