Generation study
Mazda RX-8 SE3P
(2003–2012)
Last production rotary.
Mazda RX-8 SE3P
Why it qualifies
Last production rotary. 9000 rpm 13B-MSP Renesis, 4-door access via suicide doors, near-50/50 weight. Engine reputation kills resale — good ones under $15k are a unique entry to rotary culture.
Watch out for
- Apex seal life — compression test ESSENTIAL
- Oil consumption by design (top off religiously)
- R3 trim is the enthusiast target
Market trend
→ STABLE
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