Mazda MX-5 (1990-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Get a UK model with a decent history and you're sorted.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    If you buy a Enos with no history, get the cam belt changed ASAP.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Hood down fun in the summer. RWD power slide fun in winter.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lively as standard! Fit turbo or supercharger for about £2k, gives 150+BHP.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    So far, so good.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Future classic. Looks better with larger alloys.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I do 1000 miles a week in mine, no probs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fit immobiliser + a removable hardtop if you park in the bronx.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Starts first time, 13 years old. Excellent!

    Other

    Underseal needs re-doing to keep rust away.

    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