1998 Mazda MX5 MkII review from UK and Ireland
"Would be OK if it didn't have rust problems"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It has been back to the garage 4 times due to corrosion problems.
This car is 2 years old...... Mazda give a 6 year anti-corrosion warranty....... this does not sound like quality.
If I wanted a rusty old banger I would have bought one.
If you have a MkII check where the boot closes, (rubber foot), under the clear plastic sticker where the rear number plate lights are (drainage holes), and under the rubber door seal - both sides - bottom corner.
All are design problems.
General comments?
The engine/interior/hood etc. are great.
It was rusting away within 2 years - it was a bad buy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 11000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 24000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf GTi 16V |
| Date of Entry | 29th July, 2000 |