Mazda MX-5 (2005 - 2015) 1.8i SE Roadster Coupe 2d (2013/63) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't give a shit what other people think. I bought it to drive not pose with it.

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

I think most people think convertibles are quirky and difficult to justify but I don't ask them for their opinions.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Perhaps but only after careful research into alternatives.

What are you likely to buy next?

Who knows? I don't need another car yet.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£18,500

When did you buy the car?

January 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes £2000 off and 4 years no interest lease.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted a small roadster with hard top.

What was the dealer like?

Fine

What's it like to drive?

Agile and responsive, firmly sprung so gets lively on bumpy corners, engine power just about adequate but overtaking a turbo diesel isn't easy if they don't want you to. Notchy gearbox but it IS positive. Noisy, roof up or down, but keeps up with most things on the open road. Fuel consumption is OK at 36-39mpg and that is mostly with the hood down so you might do better.

What's it like to park?

No problems.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No

What's most practical about your car?

Not much but it is a second car for fun driving. The lack of in-cab storage is a big problem and the boot isn't much better. I cannot see how it would work as your only transport.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

16 second roof raise and retract though the system lowers the windows while operating but leaves you to remember to put them back up - what an oversight!.