Mx-5 = Fun + Fun + Fun
Rust in some parts. Bad original spark plug wires (common in this car). NGK wires are great.
This car is handles like it's on rails. It could take a more powerfull engine without problem.
Good gearbox. I like the leather interior (optional).
The space is very limited. Excellent second car!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 25th July, 2005
Best bang for the buck, (or pound for the Brits)
Shortly after I first bought the Miata I was plagued with an overheating problem. The problem only showed up in the Summer time. Essentially, it was a clogged radiator combined with a hose that collapsed when the car got hot. Because it was a combined problem, it was hard to find. The only other problem that I had was a bad battery.
The Miata is one of the best sports cars that you can buy for the money. They have a peppy little engine that likes to rev high, (this creates having a sense of more power than the car actually has). Reliability is incredible. These cars can take a beating and keep running. The cars are easily modified for racing which makes them a favorite for auto-crossing.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th January, 2005
Great car for a great price
I had a thermostat go bad.
The '91 Miata is a great car with a strong engine. It handles extremely well in curves. It revs very high and loves to be rode hard. This is my second 1991 Miata and both were absolute pleasures to drive. With proper regular maintenance this car is almost repair free.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th July, 2004
A great fun car for low cost
The clutch slave cylinder was leaking. $50 to fix.
The brake calipers were leaking when I bought it. I did a performance upgrade: The bigger brakes from the 1.8l cars will bolt on with no modifications. $500 to upgrade.
Excellent road trip car.
At 181000 miles, I still get 32 miles per gallon, and that's with an aftermarket turbo installed.
Is a little uncomfortable if you're too tall, or over weight.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 29th June, 2004
Wonderful fun getaway from the world driving
Master cylinder went out after 90000. miles, easy & cheap repair.
Replaced battery, top & tires as needed.
Car handles the road wonderfully, tight steering. Would be nice to have little more push, but enough for its size.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th February, 2003
Please Mazda, never stop production of this car!
Absolutely none until I totalled it last week.
Everything on the car was original until the last minute.
Minuses - inadequate rigidity of the body, poor brakes (non ABS model), not suitable for people taller than 180 cm.
Unfortunately, the poor brakes cost me the car (braked too early on a slippery road and I slid off).
One of the most beautiful, best built and most fun to drive sports cars of all time!
Awesome handling, superb shifter.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 26th October, 2001
A fun bargain
Top had to be replaced due to regular wear and tear. This was quite expensive.
Seats have faded from the sun and are beginning to show threads.
After storms, the right front panel collects water. We have not been able to locate the water's entry point.
Factory-installed radio had to be replaced.
Speakers also had to be replaced as it is difficult to hear the stereo while the top is down and the speakers became blown.
Factory paint job had to be replaced, although it could be from mishandling from the previous owner.
When the air conditioner is on, first and second gear are sluggish.
The car is simply fun to drive!
Acceleration is good when the air conditioner is off.
Shifting is fun with the "cut" shift knob. It slams into gear rather than slides, which makes it feel like the sports car that it is.
The trunk is small, but holds a lot if carefully positioned.
Handles well -- responds quickly to the driver. Important to maneuver well, which it does. Helps me feel safer in it.
I love it! We have installed a roll bar (we did it ourselves -- quite a job but labor is so expensive) and besides its safety measures, it looks even sportier.
At over 160,000 miles, it shows no sign of slowing down. Maintenance has been a breeze -- no big problems except a spark plug!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 10th September, 2001
16th Jan 2003, 14:48
I know what you mean. I've managed to total my Eunos V Special twice now, but I still wouldn't have any other car.
Netty.