1989 Mazda MX5 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Reliable, roof off, fun"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The shocks, especially the rears have appeared to 'go'. Chattering on undulations.
General comments?
Handles OK for a car that has knackered shocks - I'm puting yellow koni's on this week.
I'm 6ft 1 and the seating position is good, but perhaps a bit strange? Maybe I haven't found the best spot yet.
The steering wheel is huge on the standard 89 1.6l. I've heard they got a little smaller on the later models. Puting a smaller one on might have an input on seeing the guages properly.
Heater works fantastically.
Overly large ash tray oh my god!
Glove box rattles a bit.
Small boot space (need to fix spare wheel to underside of car).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 179000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 180000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Fiat X1/9 |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2003 |