Gerry's new toy (another one)

[Gerry H]

I've had this car for just over a week now and it appears to suffer from the notorious RX8, or is it all rotary, starting issues, that I'd been reading about on the RX8 forum. The guy I bought it from told me it would need a new starter.

[Mr Fletcher]

nice one Gerry what sort of mpg does it return as a friend of mine has just bought one for his wife and recons it is only returning low 20s (miles) to the gallon , is this more of a lead foot do you think or are they generally thirsty:driving:

[Stuart]

I had a quick nose around the car last night and I'd agree with Jason's thoughts; nice one indeed

I think the interior quality and design is fantastic and such a delight after so many boring cabins. The central spine that runs through the car is genius to look at and no doubt functional too.

Looking forward to a ride out in it Gerry!

[Gerry H]

They seem to have a reputation for being thirsty but it's unlikely to see much regular use as we've kept the Escort for a hack. I was going to calculate the mpg after Liz's trip but by the time I'd enjoyed the drive to Snett, I think the average may have dropped a little Low 20s sounds about right. Once I've swapped the bits and it's hopefully running OK, I'll do an mpg check.

You should have said that you wanted a ride Stu. Any excuse

Cubby holes and cup holders galore in the tranny tunnel and a removeable centre, in the rear seats for my skis. What else could anyone want

[RX7]

I've always loved RX8s and the colour you chose Gerry is one of my faves (white on the new model RX8 being the other).

Thing is even though the engine is a 1.3 capacity its still the equivalent of a 2.6l car so petrol should be thought of the same as that I think.

Its a great car with a superbly setup shell, just a shame they didnt turbo it.