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A very special limited edition Mazda RX-8 rotary sports coupe will make a
special public appearance at the 2008 Melbourne International Motor Show.
The Mazda RX-8 Rotary Engine 40th Anniversary model builds on the exclusivity
inherent in the world's only rotary-powered sports car with performance and
styling modifications designed to further enhance the RX-8's uniqueness.
Only 200 examples of the RX-8 Anniversary model are now on sale in Australia,
priced at $55,840.
The RX-8 Anniversary model features the award-winning RENESIS rotary engine,
with 170kW of power and 211Nm of torque mated to a six-speed manual
transmission.
This limited edition model builds on the RX-8 leather pack model's already
high level of specification with unique leather and Alcantara* interior, leather
wrapped steering wheel, gear shifter and handbrake handle, and
specially-designed 40th Anniversary badging.
Handling and performance rise to another level thanks to standard fitment of
Bilstein shock absorbers and urethane foam-filled front suspension cross member.
Other exclusive features of the Anniversary edition include distinctive
high-gloss 18-inch alloy wheels, silver engine cover, a floating rear spoiler,
sunroof and blue reflector fog-lamps.
These features are in addition to the pillarless Freestyle door system that
allows easy access to the spacious interior that comfortably seats four adults.
Other standard features include a premium Bose® sound system, ABS with
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), traction control, Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC), cruise control, power windows and mirrors, climate control
air-conditioning and 6 airbags. It all adds up to a sports car like no
other.
* Alacantara is non-woven suede made of microfibre by Toray Industries,
Inc.
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