Mazda MX-5 (1990 - 2005) 1.6i 2d (03) (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Likes a comfortable but fun drive - something different.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Good looking little car.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - had no toubles with it and its a timeless classic shape.
What are you likely to buy next?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
June 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought privately, so yes, I got a good deal.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Different to many of the other cars on the road - has that X-Factor. Has recently increased in popularity since especially with the release of the newer shape in 2005. A fabulous little show-stopper!
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Really nippy to drive, even the 1.6i (its a small car - why go for the 1.8??) Goes great around bends and roundabouts. Keeps up with the best of them on the motorways. The gear box is one of the best you'll ever use - all others will seem 'sloppy' once you've driven an mx-5.
What's it like to park?
Easy parking due to the light stearing.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
NOPE - a very reliable little car. Its reliability comes out on tops in all the reviews I've read. One of the reasons I went for the mazda.
What's most practical about your car?
Really nippy off the mark. Excellent steering and control - you point and she'll go. No rolling around. She's small so easy to park and to clean!!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The hardtop is great. It looks like a new car when its on and protects against any winter frosts / heavy snow. The retro white dials look good too, and glow orange when the lights are on.
