1991 Mazda MX5 Base review from North America
"Best bang for the buck, (or pound for the Brits)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
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.
General comments?
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.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1991 |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 66000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Rodeo |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2005 |