What it's Like to Daily Drive a Mazda RX8

Have you ever thought about if a Mazda RX8 would make a good daily driver? Well neither have I, so here is a pointless video I made! Enjoy!
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[dsk]

Just want to state, your engine will last very very long as long as you:

1.) Warm up past C symbol on temp gauge before every drive.

2.) Avoid redlining or over 5000 rpm until after 15 min of driving or oil temp reaching operation temperature.

3.) After reaching operational temp and/or driving for 15+ minutes, redlining your engine often.
9k a day, keeps the mechanic away.

4.) Ensuing cooling system is fully functional, bonus if you replace radiator with a aluminum one and a better electric fan.

5.) Check and ensure oil level never falls below .5 quart low. As in, you should always have a full engine by dip stick measurement. Never let it get 1 quart or more low.

6.) Change your oil every 3, 000 miles without fail and use a GOOD oil filter.

And that’s it.

2004 RX8, original motor. I still own her, 154, 000 original miles. Never really premixed. It’s not rocket science, it’s just attention to detail. I also have daily driven her for years, my wife mostly. 6spd manual.

I’ve driven across America with it twice, and ran it for over 24 hours straight. I’ve tracked it hard. And not once did she fail me.

[PepeDaily]

I can't stop thinking about this car lol. All my friends dislike it due to the engine, I just love it

[DombBartek]

"The price of gas is just a price you have to pay to have a good time while your everyday drive." ---> well told, sir. Thumbs up! Have fun riding your RX8.

[bojanbozic]

"Dont do that, dont give me hope."

[dxboy]

It's all about the SMILES per Gallon, not Miles per Gallon ;)

[Drivenbymadness]

Blasting eurobeat and driving my rx8 is the best stess relief, antidepressant, mind clearing act of them all. It's totally worth owning this car. Good work, cheers!

[istriver.]

This car is like nearly everyone's childhood crush. It reminds me of Nfs Mostwanted

[GMAd-ycvj]

I drove one and I loved the feeling just sitting inside that car it's amazing. I feel like it was made for me fits like a glove, but I can't afford to buy and maintain one at the moment your videos will have to do for now.

[Pepe-qwec]

RX8 was my first choice to replace my Miata while my kids still visited and needed the extra seats, but ended up with a Z4 when that changed. The pleasure and smile you feel from a daily driver while getting from home to work and back again is worth so much more than the $$ saved on gas ;-)

[typicaldad]

I owned my rx8 for 6 years (2005 rx8) it was my DD for 3 of those 6 years never gave me problems always kept up with oil changes it drives awesome handles great only complaint was the gas mileage but it was finally time to part ways with this car after first child was born I really do miss this car!

[atomic_ryu]

"The rx8 may not be fast, but it's a ton of fun." Sums up my 5 year experience owning one. 90k miles and not a single problem except for a bent shift fork.

[-PRMETHEUS-]

I have a 05 Shinka edition in black cherry and it’s absolutely stunning when it’s all cleaned!

[godfreypoon]

I have daily driven rotaries for most of my life. They are win.

The haters are just parroting what their friend's bother's cousin read on the forums.

[EyeoftheStoner]

these vids will keep me sane over the winter as my r3 is parked

[MarcusS]

I've been dailying my rx8 for a couple years now as well and although she doesnt get good gas mileage the smile she gives me when I put my foot down is totally worth it 😁

[annaboivin]

I first drove one a month ago and bought it. Every day I look forward to driving. Mines the red. So damned pretty and fun. Thanks for your videos.

[gehtdianschasau]

Finally a guy who drives it on snow. I live in austria near the alps, it is awesome to drive on snow, you can drift it with a cold engine torsen and the perfect weight distribution gets you up the hill, and you will grin like a maniac, because it was so much fun.

[ICON--]

I test drove the rx-8 once about 8 years ago and really loved it, amazing car

[donovancoetzee]

I love the way you matched up your aftermarket dials with oem in terms of color when it goes from blue to red!

[elaxel]

maybe in USA where petrol is almost for free the RX8 can be a daily driver. Try in Europe and you'd be broke easily.