Mazda MX-5 (1990 - 2005) 1.8i 2d (03) (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm not practical and I like to have a bit of a laugh.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Love it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes if I moved away from living in the wilderness. Tractor drivers tend not to see you and Landrovers force you off the road. Milk tankers are a bit of a worry too!

What are you likely to buy next?

A tractor, a milk tanker or a Land Rover.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£15,000

When did you buy the car?

August 2003

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes I got a good deal, I got the hard top in with the price which was already good but I haggled as well - you have to ask!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Always wanted a two seater little red sports car and got to an age when I could afford one!

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful considering I was paying by three different methods and had only test driven one model before deciding to buy.

What's it like to drive?

It's a whizz, great fun even long distance, though you do get a numb bum especially if you are tall. Cornwall to Yorkshire, lots of smiles! Very responsive, where you point it, it goes, simple.

What's it like to park?

A doddle. If you can't see because of the blind spots, use the mirrors - always useful!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not a thing

What's most practical about your car?

I didn't buy it for practicality and anyone who says they aren't practical really doesn't know much about sports cars!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The rag top