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Production Colors

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The RX-8 was produced in 18 colors, with many colors shared with other Mazda models, or even having a heritage from other Mazda models.
Colors possible:
The following applies to the US only
  • White
    • 2005-2006 Whitewater Pearl (25D)
    • 2007-2011 Crystal White Pearl (34K)
  • Silver
    • 2004-2008 Sunlight Silver Metallic (22V)
  • Grey
    • 2006-2008 Galaxy Gray (32S)
    • 2004-2005 Titanium Gray Metallic (29Y)
    • 2007 Metropolitian Grey Mica (36C)
      • 40th Anniversary Edition Only
    • 2009-2011 Diamond Grey (38E)
  • Black:
    • 2004-2008 Brilliant Black (A3F with Clearcoat) (PZ without Clearcoat)
    • 2009-2011 Sparkling Black Mica (35N)
      • This is a descendant of the 2005 Mazdaspeed MX-5's Black Mica (38A)
  • Red
    • 2004-2011 Velocity Red Mica (27A)
      • This is the only color code that remained consistently available for all RX-8 years
    • 2006 Copper Red (32V)
      • Shinka Only
  • Yellow
    • 2004 Lightning Yellow (A4J)
  • Green
    • 2004-2005 Nordic Green Mica (27C)
      • This is a descendant of the 1997 Miata M's Marina Green Mica (13C)
  • Blue
    • 2004-2006 Winning Blue Metallic (27B)
    • 2006-2007 Phantom Blue Mica (32C)
      • This is a descendant of the 1994 Miata M's Montego Blue (M8)
    • 2007-2008 Stormy Blue Mica (35J)
      • This is a descendant of the 1996 Miata M's Starlight Blue Mica (A5)
    • 2009-2011 Aurora Blue (34J)
      • R3 Only
  • Purple
    • 2005 Black Cherry Mica (Shinka Only) (28W)
      • Shinka Only
      • This is a descendant of the 1995 Miata M's Merlot Mica (A1Q)

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  • Home
    • About Me
    • Source Threads
    • Special Thanks
    • Mailing List
    • Site Updates >
      • Under Construction
    • Feedback
    • Membership
  • Potential Owners
    • Before You Buy >
      • The Engine Failure Story
      • Designed to Burn Oil
      • The Flooding Myth
      • Engine Core Warranty
      • Right for Me?
      • Mandatory Compression Test
      • Pre-Purchase Inspection
    • Production Variants >
      • Trims and Packages
      • Colors
      • Engines
      • Transmissions
      • Series Differences
    • Understanding >
      • It's Not a Piston Engine
      • Common Issues
      • Cold Weather
      • Gas Mileage
      • How Much Horsepower?
  • Current Owners
    • Maintenance >
      • Ignition Health
      • Critical Cooling
      • Critical Scheduled Maintenance
      • Factory Scheduled Maintenance
      • Making Your Engine Last
      • Which Oil to Use
      • Used Oil Analysis
      • Premix
      • Starting Up
      • Driving Habits
      • Shutting Down
      • Obtaining Warranty Coverage
    • Troubleshooting >
      • Check Engine Light
      • Flashing Check Engine Light
      • Solving Misfires
      • Resetting the ECU
      • Tools to Have
      • Mazda Technical Data
    • Documentation >
      • Specifications Data
      • Drive Cycles
      • Service Information
      • Recalls
      • Technical Service Bulletins
      • Special Service Programs
      • Dealer Tips and Training
      • Sample Part Diagram
    • Aftermarket Modifications >
      • Naturally Aspirated Power
      • Forced Induction
      • Engine Swaps
      • Suspension and Handling
      • Engine Cooling
      • Engine Oiling
      • Ignition
      • Gas Mileage
      • Drivetrain
      • Appearance and Body Kits
      • Interior and Electronics