These cars are inexpensive to buy and cheap to run!!
Window regulator, fuel gauge.
Nice little car, super low miles, should last us several summers up here in the Northeast. Only driven April to October, then garaged. Loads of fun for the weekend trips with the top down.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 22nd January, 2015
Need a 6th gear
It seems very normal for Miata; the clutch master cylinder went bad, the soft top showed some sign of age, but I blame to the sun, and last thing was a rear brake caliper broken.
I bought this car, and intended to have it as a second car, but reality I have driven it more than my first car (a boring Camry). The car performs very well, including a superb suspension, short gear ratio and very good mpg.
A year later, I decided to have another Miata, then sell a Camry.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 5th May, 2010
It is my first affordable dream car!!!
One of my electric windows does not work.
This car has awesome looks and handles like a true sports car!
However it consumes a lot of petrol and the Dealer Service is a little bit expensive.
Nevertheless it´s quite confortable regarding you are inside a small roadster.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 12th September, 2005
Very nice car
Replaced the top at 50,000 miles.
Replaced catalytic converter at 70,000 miles.
Replaced the radiator at 85,000 miles.
This was a very fun car to drive. It is not a plush quiet ride.
Over the 10+ years I owned it, I found it to be very dependable and nearly trouble free. The repairs needed over the years were not expensive making this vehicle very economical to own.
The car was totaled in an accident and I miss it dearly.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 14th May, 2005
Absolutely Stunning!
Absolutely nothing, the engine gets a little tap from the hydraulic lifters, however this is because I haven't had it tuned for quite some time now. Running Ultimate premium unleaded solved this, as well as replacing my spark plugs and oil to a semi-synthetic 15-40w. Some times the drivers window is a little squeaky, this was conquered with some graphite dust I bought from the local parts store.
Wow, this car has blown my mind. Not only does it have some awesome acceleration from stand, it has a beautiful share of torque ranging from 2000rpm through 5500rpm. You can really feel the double over head cam kick in around 3500rpm.
When I first acquired the vehicle, an oily rag would power this awesome piece of motoring history from one end of the city to the next. Now that I have neglected her and not kept up with her tuning schedule, it takes the one to get there and one for the trip back. This car is so economical. You will know when you buy one. Buy one!
Running MX5's on premium unleaded is the only way to go, having such a high compression ratio. This also reduces the amount of carbon left behind in the engine and oil, giving you even better fuel economy (if that's possible) and a lot freer revving acceleration curve.
Ride height is good standard, however, if you are like me and have a passion for taking corners like a go-kart, then stiffening the suspension and lowering your ride height bye an inch or two may leave you gasping for dear life. These things are like they are on rails, I'm telling you. I get a rush everytime I sit in her.
The cabin is a little cramped at first if you are not used to cock-pit style interiors, or over 6 feet tall. The factory seats are comfortable, however Mazda really needed to make them with adjustable back rests. Good all the same though. Everything is easily accessible and easy to use inside and out. The manual soft top roof is easy and tight, I have never had one drop of water in my car. Still trying to figure out how to adjust the side mirrors though.
These cars were built to excite and that's exactly what they do. I've driven in 2004 Ford XR6's, Turbo Supra and Nissan Performance cars and still nothing compares to the thrills and spills this little beast has given me. Five star Roadster, five star Sports car. Get one! You will not regret it.
These are now a classic vehicle, in which the value of these cars will not depreciate any time soon. value for money all the way around.
My tip: Go for one with low K's and receipts. Hard-tops are also ideal for security and weather protection, as well as the 3 thousand dollar replacement cost, so buying one with this option is a good idea.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 18th April, 2005