Mazda MX-5 (1990-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looks like it's worth more than it is.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to run. Nothing unexpected has caught me out.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Corners beautifully when it's dry!

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good at high revs, otherwise sluggish.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Minor faults due to age/mileage (135,000 km).

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Everybody talks about it, even the 'hard' men.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Best for short journeys due to rattles.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Needs after-market alarm system.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Car has been serviced by a non-Mazda specialist.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Tappets and oil! (Change it every 6 months or 6000m).

    Other

    Far too many rattles.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes