In a twist that’s sure to get motor enthusiasts’ engines revving, the beloved Mazda RX-8, a jewel in the crown of car tuning aficionados, is now seeking a new throne to reign from. With a price tag that will make you do a double-take – INR 25 lakh, plus a modest 2% commission for good measure – this black beauty is not just a car; it’s a statement on wheels, stationed prestigiously in Sector 10, Chandigarh.
Owned once and cherished, this 2018 Mazda RX-8 has journeyed only 25,000 km, making it a near-virginal spectacle on the road. Its heart, a 1308 cc petrol-powered rotary Wankel engine, is a marvel of engineering, boasting 237 horsepower and a torque of 216 Nm. For those inclined to push limits, this machine doesn’t just purr; it roars, promising speeds up to 230 kmph, all the while keeping gear shifts smooth with its automatic transmission.
But it’s not just the performance that makes this car a coveted piece of automotive art. The RX-8, wearing a coat of sleek black paint, carries a history as intriguing as its design. With its HP registration and third-party insurance up to date since its make month in July, it’s as ready for the roads as it is for the racetrack.
Critics and fans alike have always had a love-hate relationship with the RX-8’s rotary engine, known for its unique performance and equally unique challenges. User kshifiz reminisces about witnessing a similar black RX-8 being towed in Ahmedabad around 2013, a testament to the car’s notorious maintenance narrative. Others, like varunbanki, question the reliability and serviceability of such a distinctive engine design. Meanwhile, sam_zaidi speculates on the car’s origins, suggesting it appears to be a 2014 model registered four years later.
The RX-8’s journey began in 2002, culminating a decade later in 2012 without a direct successor. Mazda’s innovative approach to increasing body rigidity in 2008 through structural reinforcements only added to its legend. With 192,094 units brought to life during its production run, the RX-8 remains a testament to Mazda’s daring design and engineering prowess.
Now, as this particular Mazda RX-8 awaits its next adventure in Chandigarh, it beckons to those who dare to dream, to drive, and to delve into the world of rotary engines. Will you be the one to take up its challenge?
