New RX-8 In 2008/Production STOP

[RX-8888]

Hi.. It has been a while...

News here from Mazda Australia GM and others that the RX-8 will stop production at the end of this year (2007). The last model you will see
is the 40TH Anniversary one.

Production to resume in April 2008, we are 99% certain that this new model will start at this time and be available around May/June 2008.

At the very least is will be a face-lift.
Some US sources are reporting a "re-skin".

Sorry, I can not offer any more info, there have been no spy pics.
Many think the Tokyo Motor Show in a few weeks will reveal more.

Also for those who have not heard there is a RENESIS II Engine also due to make an appearance in Tokyo, it is a larger 15C with a long stroke or wide diameter rotors....1.55 litres!

Most think the reason for the RX-8 Production STOP is to clear ALL dealer stocks and give Mazda Japan some time (it is a very busy working environment in Hiroshima), however, one thing for sure is the RX-8 will be back in May/June 2008 and that\'s a direct email from the GM of Mazda Australia Mr.Doug Dickson.

PS, I am trying to get him to disclose more info, will let you know.

Ash

[Bazza]

It looks like this
http://www.rx-8.mazda.co.jp/narrowband/

much better looking imo.

[Kron]

Why do you think its better looking?, For me they\'ve overcomplicated it and ruined the previously smooth theme with lots of unnecissary add-ons and tacky chrome.

The only thing which I like on it are the 19" RS standard wheels.

[RobbieRX-7]

I like the mazdaspeed version

[Kron]

Its got a big stupid mouth like something out of the movie "Cars" though. Once you see it you can\'t unsee it :rollin

[dthebuk]

not a fan of the chrome, or the audi infuence for that matter