I was so close to getting one before the Zed, had the cash ready but got scared off by mates. Don't get me wrong, I don't think I made the wrong choice as I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the lazy, shiftless, on-demand torque of the Zed, (not available in the RX8 I believe Dan?), but I really enjoy the styling (doors) on them.
I think it's a good job I got scared before I test drove it from your review above.
What was the interior like? Bit shiny? Could the rear take two humans, or is it hobbit space only?