Middle TN - Thread - Page 55

djmtsu · 06-04-2010, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rx7 vinnie

I'm seriously thinking about selling both my cosmo FC and my RX8 and getting an FD....somebody stop me if you think this is a bad idea. A.D.D. just kicked in Yo.

That is the dumbest thing I have ever heard. Shame on you Vinnie.

reddozen · 06-04-2010, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rx7 vinnie

i'm seriously thinking about selling both my cosmo fc and my rx8 and getting an fd....somebody stop me if you think this is a bad idea. A.d.d. Just kicked in yo.

*slap!*

duval7 · 06-04-2010, 12:42 PM

I know I dont know you guys to well so i hope i dont offend anyone, but here is my advice. As far as rotarys go the FD is Michael Jordan, the FC is Steve Kerr and the RX8 is a little retarded kid that wears a helmet and blows snot bubbles. I would trade an FC and an RX8 in for a FD in a heart beat. An FD is one of those cars that pictures don't do it justice. They are just absolutely gorgeous and catch everyones eye as they pass by. I use to keep a collection of phone numbers in my ash tray that girls would leave on my windshield without ever seeing me. FCs are a good car, i had two in high school and college but they aren't in the same league as the 3rd gens and as far as an RX8, if you have an RX8 go to the first person you see and beg them to punch you in the throat.

Just joking around RX8 owners and Chad. Oh if you do go the FD route make sure you have another car as a DD. Anyway thats my 2 cents, I am looking forward to meeting you guys at one of the get togethers.

My5ABaby · 06-04-2010, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rx7 vinnie

I'm seriously thinking about selling both my cosmo FC and my RX8 and getting an FD....somebody stop me if you think this is a bad idea. A.D.D. just kicked in Yo.

Depends on what you're selling your cosmo to me for...

fire85gslse · 06-04-2010, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duval7

I spotted a black FD in Brentwood today. It was all stock except for being lowered and the guy driving it looked to be in his early 20s. Does anybody know who drives it? Made me want to hurry up and get my FD back on the road.

FD dont run, you sure it was not a vett?

BlackFD3S · 06-06-2010, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duval7

I spotted a black FD in Brentwood today. It was all stock except for being lowered and the guy driving it looked to be in his early 20s. Does anybody know who drives it? Made me want to hurry up and get my FD back on the road.

Quote:

Originally Posted by fire85gslse

probably Alex

Not me, and I haven't seen another FD since 2009.

djmtsu · 06-04-2010, 01:44 PM

Lol at duval7.

Spoken like a true FD owner.

reddozen · 06-04-2010, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djmtsu

Lol at duval7.

Spoken like a true FD owner.

Agreed... lol

duval7,
I really cant agree with your opinion. I don't feel that the FD is in some "different league", or that the RX8 is some kinda lame duck because Mazda didn't try to conquer the world with it.

All I can agree with is that it's a pretty car. Outside of that, it's another RX7. Faster from the factory, but honestly, how many of us actually leave our cars stock... power and appearance are all about money, not the stock trim.

In Vinnie's case, I don't think an RX8 + 13b-RE FC is a fair trade. To me, an FD isn't worth close to $20,000 unless it has a 20b swap. I wouldn't sell my RX8 for any less that $12,000 for the work, styling, it's still under warranty, and all dealer serviced. If they wanted my bridge port, it would be even more. Vinnie's FC could easily fetch $6,000 ~ $8,000. It's clean and well done. I'm not sure what all he's got in his RX8, but running, I still wouldn't sell it for less than $9,000.

Hard to trade away the practicality of the 8 + a nice / well built 2 seater for another 2 seater with similar potential to the sports car you already have. Hard to value it even more in that aspect for me.

TypeSL_T · 06-04-2010, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fire85gslse

probably Alex

I was going to say the same thing, but I am 98% positive he wasn't in Brentwood. I don't think he even took his car out yesterday. I could be wrong though.

James

rx7 vinnie · 06-05-2010, 01:46 AM

HAHA WOW!! I stirred the pot on that one. As much as I would love to have an FD I don't know that much about them as much as I am familiar with FC's plus I have too much money in the cosmo swap FC I couldn't justify the loss. The RX8 I can get rid of when ready...I'm not attached to it like the track FC or Cosmo. I'll get the whip crackin on the 8 I just need to take one project at a time, Brian can vouch...I have too much rotary work.

TypeSL_T · 06-05-2010, 08:35 AM

You got a build thread for any of the FCs you got?

James

spankle my wankle · 06-06-2010, 07:55 PM

FD = early fail, I've only met three FD owners I liked. On the evil forum someone is parting out their FD because it only runs 14s.

djmtsu · 06-07-2010, 06:47 AM

The reason you never see FD's on the road is they are always broken down

I almost bought an FD when I found my RX-8. I think I made the right decision.

FC Zach · 06-08-2010, 12:36 AM

I almost bought an FD when I found my RX-8. I think I made the right decision.[/QUOTE]

I almost bought an RX8, and may still do so. Its just that the Celica wont die, its been a great car.

lilring · 06-08-2010, 02:46 PM

Zach - We all know celicas dont die. mine lasted for ever and its still going strong

06-04-2010, 01:44 PM	#7
djmtsu My minds tellin' me no... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 4,043 Rep Power: 22	Lol at duval7. Spoken like a true FD owner. __________________ 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 2003 Toyota Tundra TRD 2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5

06-05-2010, 01:46 AM	#10
rx7 vinnie I SEE DEAD PEOPLE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: nashville, tn (antioch) Posts: 743 Rep Power: 18	HAHA WOW!! I stirred the pot on that one. As much as I would love to have an FD I don't know that much about them as much as I am familiar with FC's plus I have too much money in the cosmo swap FC I couldn't justify the loss. The RX8 I can get rid of when ready...I'm not attached to it like the track FC or Cosmo. I'll get the whip crackin on the 8 I just need to take one project at a time, Brian can vouch...I have too much rotary work. __________________ VIN-AUTO Rotary list of Fails below: 86 mazda rx7 csp 61 N/A= because RACECAR 87 mazda rx7 t2 with 13b-re cosmo GT42= FKN RUNS!!! 03 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Vert 06 dodge ram 2500 Megacab turbo Cummins=puller 16 MB ML350

06-05-2010, 08:35 AM	#11
TypeSL_T Rotary Fan in Training Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Murfreesboro Posts: 96 Rep Power: 18	You got a build thread for any of the FCs you got? James __________________ smf #11

06-07-2010, 06:47 AM	#13
djmtsu My minds tellin' me no... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 4,043 Rep Power: 22	The reason you never see FD's on the road is they are always broken down I almost bought an FD when I found my RX-8. I think I made the right decision. __________________ 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 2003 Toyota Tundra TRD 2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5

06-08-2010, 12:36 AM	#14
FC Zach RCC Loves Me Not You Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Eagleville, TN Posts: 2,267 Rep Power: 20	I almost bought an FD when I found my RX-8. I think I made the right decision.[/QUOTE] I almost bought an RX8, and may still do so. Its just that the Celica wont die, its been a great car. __________________ 1993 Yamaha GTS1000 1992 Celica Turbo AllTrac 1987 RX7 Sport 1979 Yamaha G1, KM24 powered 1975 Dolmar KMS4

06-04-2010, 12:42 PM	#3
duval7 The Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brentwood Posts: 28 Rep Power: 0	I know I dont know you guys to well so i hope i dont offend anyone, but here is my advice. As far as rotarys go the FD is Michael Jordan, the FC is Steve Kerr and the RX8 is a little retarded kid that wears a helmet and blows snot bubbles. I would trade an FC and an RX8 in for a FD in a heart beat. An FD is one of those cars that pictures don't do it justice. They are just absolutely gorgeous and catch everyones eye as they pass by. I use to keep a collection of phone numbers in my ash tray that girls would leave on my windshield without ever seeing me. FCs are a good car, i had two in high school and college but they aren't in the same league as the 3rd gens and as far as an RX8, if you have an RX8 go to the first person you see and beg them to punch you in the throat. Just joking around RX8 owners and Chad. Oh if you do go the FD route make sure you have another car as a DD. Anyway thats my 2 cents, I am looking forward to meeting you guys at one of the get togethers.

06-06-2010, 07:55 PM	#12
spankle my wankle Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 185 Rep Power: 18	FD = early fail, I've only met three FD owners I liked. On the evil forum someone is parting out their FD because it only runs 14s.

06-08-2010, 02:46 PM	#15
lilring Rotary Man Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brentwood, TN Posts: 253 Rep Power: 17	Zach - We all know celicas dont die. mine lasted for ever and its still going strong __________________ 2005 Mazda RX-8 Velocity Red Mica - Daily Driver 2004 Mazda RX-8 Titanium Gray Metallic - RIP 1997 Mitshibishi Eclipse GST Black -Sold- RIP

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