Mazda MX-5 (2005 - 2015) 2.0i 2d (Option Pack) (2008/58) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Erm, mid life crisis, hair dresser. I think it says I like to own and drive one of the best convertibles available.

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

Everyone seems to like it. My son borrows it regularly and even though he is the biggest car critic going he has had to admit the car is virtually faultless.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, definately

What are you likely to buy next?

Same

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£13,400

When did you buy the car?

October 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Very good. Mazda had reduced the RRP price of all the MX-5 range by £3000 (limited period)due to the economic climate and low volumes of car sales. On top of that the dealer had two 2ltr Option Packs in stock. Luckily one was black which was the colour I wanted.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I had a Mk2.5 MX-5 previously and loved everything about the car. I had several years of fantastic trouble free motoring. When the time came for something newer this seemed like the only sensible choice.

What was the dealer like?

Very professional and easy to deal with.

What's it like to drive?

Fantastic. The car gets rave reviews and rightly so. Its comfortable yet handles superbly. What more could you want.

What's it like to park?

Very easy. The steering isn't as light as a small hatch but im pleased thats the case.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing at all

What's most practical about your car?

Manual Convertible Roof. It might be manual but it goes up and down so quickly that it means I always end up throwing it down even if its a really short journey.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Roof, Boot Release