Mazda MX-5 (1990 - 2005) 1.8i Icon 2d (05) (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm a civilsed hooligan. Rebellious yet old school.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it. All want to have a drive / ride - if they can get the keys off me. I even drive back from the pub whilst my wife is forced to drink wine!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes ... but with 6 speed box.
What are you likely to buy next?
Depends on finances and inclination.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,313
When did you buy the car?
July 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Price match across country.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Traded in old MX5.
What was the dealer like?
James was superb - calm, quiet and friendly. Not pushy but still attentive.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
I'm an owl ... the car's such a hoot! Forget motorways; where it revs far too highly. But who'd want to travel directly when there's so many great windy roads around?
What's it like to park?
Hood up = OK. Hood down is perfect visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Brake calipers have mal-functioned.
What's most practical about your car?
Remote boot lid release (old MX5 didn't have this!).
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated leather seats.
