2005 Mazda RX-8

*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT N insurance loss in 2020 ***

Highlights

• Rebuilt 231 bhp twin-rotor engine with 20,000 miles
• Launch Velocity Red with smart crema leather
• Current keeper since 2020
• Well maintained with a long list of recent work
• New rear shock absorbers and springs in 2024
• Serviced in April 2026 with less than 1,000 miles since
• Current MOT to April 2027

The Appeal

All kudos to Mazda for producing arguably one of the most technologically innovative and left-field sports cars of the last 20 years. Even if you overlooked the clever twin-rotor rotary engine, fitting a pillarless four-door, four-seat layout, complete with rear-hinged rear doors, into an eye-catching coupe profile is seriously impressive.

All of that surely makes the RX-8, especially the scintillating 231bhp version, a future classic. Good examples are starting to stand out, and this 2005 car, in the Velocity Red launch colour, is certainly one of them. It benefits from a long list of maintenance and servicing since the vendor acquired it in 2020. The work has included new paintwork, a rebuilt engine with only 20,000 miles on it, wheel refurbishment, suspension work and a new catalytic converter. The service history tells a similar story with regular attention by the same specialist up to less than 1,000 miles ago in April 2026.

With an MOT valid until April 2027 and 77,500 miles showing, this RX-8 merits closer inspection.

Key Information

• Mileage: 77,500 miles indicated (supported by MOT history)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 14th April 2027 with advisories
• Technical specs: 231bhp 1,300cc twin-rotor Wankel engine, six-speed manual
• Paperwork: invoices, V5C, folder of history

Recent servicing:

• 04/26 - 77,120 miles - Smashing Automotive
• 03/25 - 73,905 miles - Smashing Automotive
• 03/24 - 70,402 miles - Smashing Automotive
• 05/23 - 69,101 miles - Smashing Automotive
• 04/22 - 65,206 miles - Smashing Automotive
• 07/21 - 63,103 miles - Smashing Automotive
• 09/20 - 56,234 miles - Smashing Automotive

Recent maintenance highlights:

• 04/24 - new rear shock absorbers and springs
• 05/23 - new catalytic converter
• 11/22 - paintwork repairs
• 06/22 - suspension parts
• 06/22 - wheels refurbished
• 06/20 - replacement bonnet and paintwork

The Detail

• Smart Velocity Red paintwork in good order following repaint work in 2020 and 2022
• Grey anodised five-spoke alloys refurbished in 2022 and continuing to present well
• Vendor advises slight nick in the front left alloy wheel
• Advisories for tyres on current MOT
• Cream leather four-seat interior in good order with light wear commensurate with mileage
• Vendor describes the overall condition as pretty good
• Well maintained as detailed above
• Advisories to note on MOT

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..

✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.

✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.

✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.

✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.

✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection

or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidders responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase.

✓ Unless stated otherwise, you must assume that any cherished, personalised, or heritage vehicle registration is not included in the sale of a vehicle.