1991 Mazda MX5 Base Model review from North America
"A.m.a.z.i.n.g"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bough the car when it is 14 years old with 75k miles. Like everything else that gets old, "ALL" of the usual wear and tear parts (rubber parts) needed to be replaced/rebuilt (rebuild calipers, replace valve cover gasket, rebuild clutch slave, etc). These may sound bad, but trust me it is NOT, easily done by a handyman and there is a lot of information and how tos for the MX5/Miata so anyone can do it. Other than that, this car is a rock!
General comments?
Handles like every says it does! If you are considering this car, try to stay away from open differentials as they have poorER traction.
Everyone should drive one, in fact everyone should share theirs to allow others the joy of driving it even if just for once.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 78000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 85000 miles |
| Previous car | Infiniti I30 |
| Date of Entry | 23rd February, 2006 |