1990 Mazda MX5 "A" Package review from North America

Headlights won't go down on their own.

Alternator made a couple weird noises, but otherwise works fine.

Dash lights go out when you switch to the brights.

Spark plugs and wires need to be replaced.

First and foremost, everything anyone tells you about the Mazda Miata's handling capability is true. This thing can take any turn at almost any speed. The perfect balance of a front-engined, rear-wheel-drive car makes everyday driving or sporty sprints around town nothing if not fun.

However, acceleration is slow, due to the 1.6 liter four banger. The light weight of the car makes up for some of it, but it is not something to take to a drag race unless you've got some serious mods, or are racing a Geo Metro. However one has to understand that acceleration is not the goal with this car, handling is.

When you sit in the car, you feel like you're really sitting IN the car. Everything is within reach due to the small nature of the car. I don't even have to take my hand off the shifter to reach the stereo.

Aftermarket for this car is amazing. Body styling, interior styling, suspension and drivetrain upgrades are all readily available, and cheap. People are still making things for the NA Miata (model years 1990-1997) long after they've stopped production.

With the top down, it gets pretty noisy. Don't bother with the stereo until you're at a stoplight.

Overall this car is amazing, and i'll make sure to keep it forever.