Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask 11 points more than private sellers.
Mazda RX-8 price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | — | 7 | |
| 2005 | — | 5 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the Mazda RX-8 the dealer markup works out at 11% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private seller | 21 | -9.5% | $6,516 |
| Dealer | 17 | +1.1% | $7,817 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Mazda RX-8 cost?
The median asking price is $7,500 across 47 live listings. A 2005 asks about $5,995 and a 2009 about $8,197. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Mazda RX-8 valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a RX-8 from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 1.1% above and private sellers 9.5% below.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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