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Considered one of the most significant developments in the motor car industry, the Mazda MX-5 has breathed new life into the sports car sector. The Mazda MX-5, which is known as the Mazda Miata in North America and the Mazda Roadster in Japan, revived its segment of the market with numerous other manufacturers rushing to release similar class types after its initial release in 1989. The Mazda MX-5 was redesigned in 1998 and then again in 2005, though ironically the exterior of the third generation model reflected that of the original design with a clean and muscular look that was sure to turn heads.

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Number of reviews: 8 Page: 1

Bob Montana, Cornwall

Mazda MX-5 Sports Ltd 1992

What can I say? Every owner knows there is nothing that can compete with its looks or performance, 30+ mpg for a 1.6i roadster, bilstiens, four branch manifold 15i TSWs, goes like a torpedo and corners like a spirograph. No contest for a car of this class, we love it......

Submitted: 02/05/2008 08:18:17

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Andrew Tipping, Derbyshire

Mazda MX-5 2000

I bought my MX5 in 2003. It was second hand, had Â£13,000 on the clock and was 3 years old. I had promised myself that I would have a 2 seater sports car before I was 30 and I made it... Just. I used the car as my everyday run around and had absolutely no problems with it being impractical, quite the opposite really. After all I could never drive friends to the pub because we simply wouldn’t all fit in. This obviously worked in my favor. I owned the car for 5 years in total and I enjoyed every minute of the ownership. I have recently changed my car to a Mazda RX8, another wonderful car made by this company and a very thrilling ride I have to say. A couple of days after I traded the MX5 in I was driving past the franchise that I brought the RX8 from and I saw my old MX5 on the forecourt for sale. It looked wonderful and although I was in my new shiny coupe I couldn’t help slowing down and looking longingly at the car I had, had so much fun in over the past years. I actually felt envy for the person who would eventually buy it. Great car, wonderful memories and although I no longer have it I still consider myself an MX5 owner. Who knows I may end up buying it back next week.

Submitted: 25/03/2008 09:15:35

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Bernard Lawson, London

Mazda MX-5 Artic special addition.. 2005

I own the MX5 18i and have done so from new, but I'm getting rid of it. I desperately want the 2.0i sport which I have placed an order for one today. The Mk 2 Mazda MX5 is excellent but I am reliably informed that the Mk 3 is something else. I have driven the Porsche 911, a Ferrari and the Bentley Continental GT. They belong to my friends who think my MX should belong to my daughter. Of the three cars above, the Bentley is a dream. Goes like a rocket and is soooo smooth but for £130,000 what do you expect? I have to say, it's frightening watching the petrol gage moving when sitting at the traffic lights but hey, it's a rich man's car. The Ferrari and Porsche are for image, the MX5 is for fun. I cannot praise it enough. It handles the country roads far better than the three serious fellows mentioned above. Its steering is so true one can throw it into any bend and it will stick to the road like glue and it's cheap to run. When a Mini Cooper S had the cheek to take me on it became a speck in my windscreen mirror because the Mini could not handle the bends and round-a-bouts like the MX5. Fantastic car.

Submitted: 03/03/2008 15:20:03

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Carl Barton, England

Mazda MX-5 1993

Awesome convertible, Lovely handling, Easy maintenance, Nippy engines and cheap to boot. Make sure you get one later that 1992 to avoid crank problems.

Submitted: 28/01/2008 12:22:41

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Mel Andrew, Derbyshire

Mazda MX-5 Merlot

Having owned my Mazda Mx- 5 Merlot limited edition since 1997 and only intended to keep it three years, it’s been the best driving experience I’ve ever had - hence I still own it! Mileage has crept up over the years to £80,000 but I have not had one problem with this car. It is fast, exciting, reliable, nippy, comfortable, exhilarating, always a head turner and a beautiful addition to my life! I have had the opportunity to drive many company lease cars over the years through work and not one of them compares to my orginal Mazda Mx-5 sports car. The only reason I would change my car is to indulge myself to buy a new one with an automatic roof and larger boot space (which in realtiy I don’t need). I will will always be an Mazda Mx-5 owner / driver. Other cars just don’t compete!

Submitted: 12/10/2007 11:14:25

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Michael McNulty, Staffordshire

Mazda MX-5 1.8 Option Pack

I currently drive the New Style Mazda MX5 2dr Convertible 1.8 Option Pack. Having owned other convertibles I must say this vehicle is by far the best. It may not offer the likes of an electric hood, however it does come with 3 Yr/60000 Warranty, ABS + EBD, Cloth Upholstery, Driver Airbag, Dual Front Airbags, Elec Dr/Side Window, Elec Heated Mirrors, High L Brake Light, Immobiliser, Passenger Airbag, Power Assisted Steer, Radio + Single CD, Rear Head Rests, Remote C/Locking, Solid Paint, Thatcham Cat 1 Alarm. To add to this I am getting circa 29mpg and I don’t hang around! The handling and Drive are excellent. Working for Acorn a car Finance Company I must say the monthly rentals you can achieve on this vehicle are good. And for those buying residual values on this vehicle are good too! Go take a look at your local dealer....

Submitted: 02/10/2007 11:01:20

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Adam Le Fondre, Durham

Mazda MX-5 1.8i Option Pack

As far as two seater roadsters in the sub 20k bracket go, you absolutely will not get any better than the Mazda Mx-5. It has brought reliability and every day useability to a sector of the car industry which was previously sorely lacking both qualities. It’s also a cracking drive!

Submitted: 18/09/2007 14:20:31

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Ryan Campbell, Suffolk

Mazda MX-5 Mazda MX-5 2.0i Sport

This car has surpassed my expectations, it really is the most exhilarating drive I’ve ever experienced. If you are looking for a two seater you have to test drive one of these, the car speaks for itself!

Submitted: 09/08/2007 12:08:43

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