2001 Mazda MX5 review from UK and Ireland
"As advert says, "zoom zoom zoom""
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing has gone wrong with the car since I've had it. The electronic key fobs tend take a few presses before they open/lock the doors.
I have noticed on my MX5 (black paint non metallic) it's a very soft paint job. This means it's very susceptible to paint chips caused by road dirt.
The only other issue I have is heavy smell of petrol on startup. I believe this to be caused by the catalytic converter not being warm enough to burn the emissions off. Don't seem to smell the petrol once the car is warm.
General comments?
The MX5 is excellent fun to drive. At first I did not like the gear box, as it made a lot of noise. (mechanical) It's now grown on me, and I really enjoy changing gear.
The engine is high revving and full of life. I would advise people to look at the 1.8 engines, as you get that little bit more power.
The inside of the car is nice; a lot of plastic, but makes you feel that you're inside a cockpit rather than inside a car!
The MX5 is made to last, and has been tried and tested; a great car all round.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 42000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 52000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 106 |
| Date of Entry | 13th August, 2007 |