2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata - Redline: Review

[@pioneerdc4419]

I like how he mentions the wind deflector helps, then when he gets on the highway doesnt put it up and complains about the noise lmao

[@thaik56]

I don't think it would make such a big difference for noise, I think it's just there to keep from having too much turbulence.

[@awksweat230]

Wind deflector does just that: deflect wind. Its not going to magically put you in a box of dynamat.

[@tvbuu]

@@awksweat230 hahaha

[@seinsmeld13]

This was my wife's daily driver a few years ago. That included winter driving with winter tires. This thing was a blast. The wife then moved on to a TT, S2000 and now we have a Boxster S. These are great cars. Thanks for the review.

[@nightracerx]

This guy's review is pretty good. Very detailed and doesn't sugarcoat everything like MotorWeek or FastLaneCars.

[@kcirreb94]

you yelling on the highway was mad funny

[@thaik56]

Dedication and passion, that's what I call that!

[@caioronnau5226]

RayzaBlayz 12:47

[@2Kriss2Kross]

I love these cars! I'd own one in a heartbeat! Sad how people hate on this car and call it a chick car. If you need a car to prove how macho you are, then you have problems and you'll be missing out on loads of fun.

[@Kinguto]

I drive the 1rst gen miata, most people I meet say it looks good, and always ask about gas mileage

[@maximusminimus1346]

I felt the same way for many years and finally got a mint black 2006 sport with chrome touches on the latches handles etc- looks very cool-- I literally jump out of bed when I see the sun shining and drive with no other reason but to enjoy it- best decision ive made regarding a car !!

[@fpaltenhoff86]

@@maximusminimus1346 same! Just picked up a 2016 back in September and I always look forward to driving mine!

[@lightbulbisbright]

I love your reviews but.. lol somebody had to point out 12:46 !

[@thaik56]

This has to be the most expressive review you ever did. Lots of personal opinions, and it even seems that you chose to make this review longer and more detailed, especially the test drive part, since you had so many things to say. You seemed more much dedicated in making this video, especially on the highway, we could see the trouble you went through when you were on the highway with the top down and literally yelling at the camera. Good job, good work and keep it up! "Imagine what the world would be if everybody drove Miatas!" Loved it!

[@OnTheRocks71]

I know they have to offer an automatic to appeal to a wider market, but the manual and clutch in these cars is just soooooo good. Just working the shifter in one of these should make people want a 3-pedal car.

[@cadsux]

There are reasons to have an automatic transmission, especially if you live in hilly areas like San Francisco, or have leg/feet issues. Besides, your right hand can be with your date! The 370z roadster has even less trunk space, 6 cubic feet versus 7 cubic feet, but the 370z has a spare tire, and the Miata has none. I see Miatas as commuter cars all the time. Easy to park and zip around traffic. Yes, even tall dudes drive them. Knew a 6'-2" coworker who owned one. If you like the car enough, you'll make it work.

[@foodguy6761]

I just picked one up, manual. I'm 5 11 280. I fit fine in the car. The car is grear! It's simple and fun. The top is great! Best when down. ...

[@Runoratsu]

+Ryan Hostetler Same here at 6'0 250 and kinda broad shouldered. I was surprised, I expected it to be narrower, but side to side there's enough room. Only headroom is somewhat limited in the PRHT, at least for me.

[@LandOfTheFreeMediaBlogspot]

Awesome review Sofyan. It's amazing that the Miata is still an incredible success for Mazda, since it's debut in 1989 twenty-five years ago. I do however look forward to what the upcoming 2016 model will look like and hope that it can still be a success for the company. - Michael Land

[@anothersiguy]

I'm still holding out hope 2TR will review a FRS/BRZ eventually...

[@txrxs]

I daily drive my 06 5spd and love it. These are great cars that you can pickup for around 6k if you keep your eyes open. If you like driving, do yourself a favor and buy one.

[@ericmohlenhoff1431]

I like your reviews however I have to say your off the mark in this one. I own an '09 GT-PRHT with the manual. Anyone who drives a Miata and understands what they are all about (DRIVING THE SNOT OUT OF IT) doesn't give a rats a$$ about the feel of the plastic on the dashboard, whether or not it has Bluetooth, if theBose system sounds tinny or if the doors auto-lock when you drive off. It's a drivers car. I hope they don't add too much "tech" crap to the new one cause really it's all about how it drives and that's what this car does best...8 year old design or not!! No other car can touch it for the money and the feeling it provides.

[@julianaramirez6447]

Thank you! He low key didn’t appreciate the simplicity of this car. It’s a fun car , all the technology in cars are useless

[@Jgbo25]

His voice gets higher as he drives faster.. might be an audio problem

[@tvbuu]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BJLUV38]

I don't like what this person is saying in this video about the MX-5. I don't think he know what a true Roadster is. A Roadster is a fun driving car, a car that handles well. A car with low horse power, but fun to drive on back country and mountain roads. Mazda is doing a Great job with this car, just like Porsche did and doing now. You can't drive a Corvette and say it is a Roadster, it is call a Sport car. there is a big different. Oh you call it a girlie car, not true, you can see Older people,Doctors, Lawyer,and women, driving this car.

[@erickmoya9922]

100% TRUE!!

[@mokingbird84]

12:48 WTFFFF LOL

[@Brenby]

I love the Spicy Mocha. The only changes they made from 2009 to 2014 is a different looking front bumper. That black bar (covered by that front license plate) looks like a mustache. Kinda glad my 2011 doesn't have that.

[@jeepguy95]

We can only hope that the current Miata's successor will be as awesome as this. This is the cheapest two-seater roadster you can buy, besides the Mercedes SLK and BMW Z4, which can reach $50k when nicely equipped.

[@austinsahms1810]

My girlfriend drives a 2007 sport with an automatic. I have to say, even with the auto the car is extremely fun to drive. I find myself driving her car instead of my srt4 at every chance.

[@ThomasKOdell]

I lose interest FAST when I hear someone talking about the MX5 as a "chick" car. Oddly, when I hear this "phraseology" those using it usually seem a little on the feminine side themselves. This is no "chick" car. I actually don't know a single female who owns one. But let's look at hard numbers. According to Mazda sales numbers, 3/4ths+ of buyers of the MX5 are men (as opposed to most car sales where women usually represent 50%+ of sales which means women are in a much lower ranking as buyers of the MX5. Hard numbers. The MX5 is no "chick car." Next, we have racing statistics. The MX5 is the most raced car in the world. Usually race car drivers are men, not women. I've yet to come across a real reviewer (CNet, etc) whoever question the "sexuality" of the MX5. As I noted, usually reviewers who do are notably feminine themselves which questions the agenda being pushed. I own an MX5 NC and I've previously owned large horsepower cars and expensive European cars. I find nothing feminine about the MX5. It is a modern version of the classic British roadster and a terrific vehicle to own.

[@mustasheolll2020]

This man’s is just bashing this car 🤦🏼‍♂️, I agree it is dated but the design still looks pretty to me, I am considering a new sedan in the future but I might get this instead used. I’m going to test drive this and one day we’ll see

[@tvtechwonv27]

This guy keeps talking about a car that was built 10 years ago and make it seems that it's a bad thing. Hey buddy I have one car that shits on any roadster built now that was built 10-15 years ago. Honda S2000.

[@bzdtemp]

Pretty crappy review. One moment the reviewer want the car to be simple and light and the next he is asking for creature comforts complaining about the small boot and the lack of bluetooth and that the door doesn't lock automatically. And then there is all the bla-bla-bla like how the sound of the doors telling how stiff the car is.

[@dcuccia]

Nice review Sofyan. You repeatedly call this a track car, though...isn't that a fairly unsafe proposition?

[@ericmohlenhoff1431]

Just as a side note....more Miatas are raced on the track every weekend then any other car ever made...check it out...it's a fact.

[@svenskfox]

Let's be honest, bolstering on a steering wheel is a fad. The original Miata is tons of fun to drive and doesn't have an even remotely sporty steering wheel. Actually for that matter, pretty much any sports car older than early 2000's didn't have those little bolsters. Not saying that having them is a bad thing, my GTI has them and they can be nice sometimes, but I think the word "inexcusable" is a little ridiculous to use for a car without them.

[@OnTheRocks71]

My freaking '12 Focus has the nubbies on the steering wheel. They're kind of useless and I would have much preferred a nicer leather on the wheel.

[@123chunhou]

Lol that blooper at the end was hilarious!

[@edwardjones8170]

Chick car my ASS! Most raced car PERIOD.

[@PabIoMexican]

LOL THAT BLOOPER IN THE END OF THE VIDEO

[@yankee2yankee216]

People are always suggesting that somehow, Miatas are "girlie cars," "which mostly girls would want to drive," I suppose that must be because they are pretty, rather than gnarly (or ugly)? But what do we see? All but a small handful (like 2-3) of Miata videos are put up by - men. Virtually all the interest in Miatas is, in fact, by MEN! How can that possibly be a girlie car? The truth is, besides being as pretty as most women (which should appeal to anybody), Miatas are, first and foremost, great drivers' cars, a fact which supersedes all others. NO MAN SHOULD BE ASHAMED TO DRIVE ONE!

[@Camsimsy2k]

I still want this as a second car I own a 09 Honda Civic

[@thaik56]

When will you do a FR-S/BRZ review? I've seen one, but not test drove, and not made by you. I'd love to hear your opinion on that car!

[@Towert7]

I own an nc mx-5 and disagree with a lot of your opinions. This review was poor.

[@geosh10]

Was it wrong of me to fast forward to 14: something when he almost got taken out by the garbage truck? I also laughed so hard when he was screaming during the road test! Good entertainment! Oh and good review. Lol

[@cerrystyle]

It Doesn't look so outdated to me but a little fun and fast car to pass the weekend with going around for the country-side and discover new places.. not a car for tall ppl like me but I would try to fit in it.. but I think I may need help!

[@nolahahnshouse3389]

That turbo version never happened 😢

[@leedorey1490]

I've just bought one of these as a daily driver lol. Compared to my toy (Exige) it's luxury 😂

[@Slipstream0001]

Wow, negative ned. It took you 2:30 to say something positive.

[@Bu_3amra]

Hunest, and nice review. .thank you man, I wish if you show us how does the top works but anyways , you did an amazing review. .thank you again👍

[@gameman4297]

I have seen you review lots of cars bit never seen you review the Mercury Marauder cand you please do so. Nice vid btw

[@davecroucher6063]

The merc is.older than he is!

[@gatorcellman]

I think people diss the cargo capacity way too quickly. Mine is a 2nd car but I take it for groceries, etc. and can easily fit a weeks worth of groceries in the trunk with occasional 6 pack of coke sitting in the floor in passenger area. I also can fit two bikes on it along with 2 beach chairs, cooler etc. Now do I have to plan a little?... Of course, but it really can hold more than meets the eye.

[@ericmohlenhoff1431]

I fully agree. I just completed a 9 day road trip with me and my partner and we fit everything in the trunk fine....it's all in how you pack it.

[@CertifiedTyrone]

@2theredline can u please review a 07 sonata v6?

[@2JZBobby]

he has

[@carbrickscity]

Anyone who buy this car should get the manual.

[@maximusminimus1346]

true but the 6 speed auto with paddle shifters is better then people think

[@carbrickscity]

Still it is not better than the manual.

[@maximusminimus1346]

vader11111 agreed no doubt but for an auto tran its the best in the biz

[@adrianotero7963]

Drove both the auto and the stick shift.....and my conclusion is that for my taste the manual is more appropriate for this type of vehicle.....but i must say....the automatic was not bad at all.

[@gameman4297]

Re: i have seen you review lots of cars but never seen you review the Mercury Marauder can you please do so?

[@angelo4722]

Please do a video on the all new Honda Fit!!!

[@chishanujanctheva1615]

Can please do a video of 2014 dodge journey because your the one I can count on thank you.

[@damnitjimmyjohn]

Can you review a Pontiac solstice GXP?

[@JGMURPY1]

S2000 or Miata? Great video as always! Do a review on a TL type S!

[@davecroucher6063]

Good luck finding an S2000 at a miata price!

[@tikijojo]

I think the only thing that would make this review better, is if his voice was any higher pitched. Lose the tight briefs. That being said, I did take his advice and I bought the Club Edition as a weekend "toy" car. It is truly amazing when used for that purpose.

[@shauncampbell969]

See (at the end of your video,) that's why you need a roll bar. Lol I know ur camera flew out. All the best Shaun of NYC

[@DavidUKesb]

Interesting whatever an automatic in good condition comes up for sale, it's sold almost immediately.

[@burmesebeef]

whats the deal with the slush box?

[@R0man1anRebel]

You should put the windows up when reviewing these convertibles to lessen wind noise

[@rehanali-hy9tk]

12:48 looooooool that voice

[@classicrocker81]

That voice crack 😂😂

[@rehanali-hy9tk]

+nate maland testosterone lacks spotted xD

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

Yeah the fella really didn't know very much about the car. Kind of sounded like his mother made him go out and do the review

[@Akigho]

Do you live in Fairfax???

[@edwardschmitt5710]

"It's really like taking a time back in a time machine" LOL ummmmmm OK.....just like that?

[@absoluteclownworld]

More changed in 09 then just a front face lift..

[@savanhaess]

hahahah awe your vvoice was so funny when you were trying to yell on the highway

[@lubano4685]

"spicy mocha" lol

[@muvzhx46]

Can you make a review about BRZ ?

[@martinmessner897]

So you have keyless go... but a build in key for ignition... ?

[@dizzykfcman]

Can u please do a review on a 2015 mercedes benz s class

[@BlackNAVYAmericanVET]

Echoes of the era of RX 7 ......Really echoes of it

[@BerryA86]

Can you review the S2000?

[@Nycmade_]

Why is there a air pack going off in the background

[@camroncordell7956]

I love all the miata's my favorite is the 2014 version

[@crispinsugita9398]

I like that grey color.

[@DanielBlaney]

Maybe some day they will release a turbo version.

[@gfrimpong1]

Is that Dulles town center cause I live there.

[@hawkesworth1712]

What happened at 33 seconds into the video? I would have edited that bit out because it looked like you ran out of talent.

[@seinsmeld13]

Get the Boxster if storage space is important.

[@erycng7]

@1:23 Owhhh... spotted a yellow spyder

[@quacktac]

It's a shame that these have the reputation for being a hairdresser's car.

[@fordcountryguy1]

Lol are you near a fire department? All I hear at the beginning is the pass alarms on the Scott's packs going off then being reset.

[@tambasax]

Lol it looked like the garbage truck was gonna just slam into him at 14:19

[@coureurdebois]

i can't fit in one of those to save my life.... im 6'2.

[@dougiekavanagh7508]

Lousy review. Put your windows up when your recording and than you won't have to shout. I own a MX-5 Grand Touring automatic. Enjoy the ride Redline Reviews Zoom Zoom.

[@paulhughes3961]

Well maybe it's the same design as 10 years ago but my 2006 has more horse power than the one your driving. Mine is an automatic and I have no problem hitting 0-60 in 5.7 sec.

[@terjeaudio4308]

701k subscribers? really? that was just a horrible review

[@borg386]

Lost me with premium gas requirement.

[@maximusminimus1346]

I drive mine everyday- top down is noisy on any convertible- it doesn't bother me

[@2JZBobby]

The Bose speakers in my '00 TL are a joke as well. The Sub is decent but Acura should've added more speakers and not used paper cones

[@bim1376]

Lol its 15 years old, dont expect much

[@XuleGua]

You should hear the Bose speakers in my 04 Fx35 .. They pound man

[@eryonne2468]

I don't think that means anything. My friend has a 2000 Galant & the stereo is amazing. Honestly, I think it's better than mine.

[@bim1376]

Nikki & Eryonne ;) ♥ im saying the technology is outdated and therefore is not as good compared to today

[@tuolumne9]

Yeah was never a fan of the 99-03 TL sound system, though it was better than the absolutely dreadful 6-speaker setup in the 6th gen Accord. The Harmon/Kardon speakers are better in that era, though it does vary car to car.

[@radekw708]

The trunk is great for a miata :) Pretty good size for what you're gonna be doing with this car.

[@suneilkumar]

This is the best car reviewer on YT.

[@J-W.-]

I thought he was going to get slammed by that garbage truck I was like noooooo!

[@bneyens]

6:00 - Bose should be ashamed to put their name on those speakers? Bose makes the SHITTIEST speakers in the game. Ask anyone in the professional audio industry, its a running joke.

[@freerun792]

didn't know the interior sucked that bad Lmao , mazda needs to step it up.

[@maunezk]

Foreal man! Hopefully better next year. What do you think 2theRedline ?

[@shtviews]

best part 13:50 - 15:00

[@julianaramirez6447]

I Dont like your review on this fantastic car.

[@Veyronp87]

LMAO at the screaming in this video. not exactly a quiet car but its not supposed to be

[@LandOfTheFreeMediaBlogspot]

Veyronp87 Hopefully the 2016 MX-5 Miata that Mazda releases will solve that problem. - Michael Land

[@dtofq]

Redline reviews suck

[@puddingnabu]

I am so glad it was not you roll over :)

[@radekw708]

2006 is 170hp somehow.. its bad on gas though 30mpg highway and 24 city, its also 91 octane recommended. But you do get the full hp with the higher octane.

[@manuthpung0074]

Whats wrong with having an autotran??

[@Kinguto]

added weight, less control, slower, not as reliable, I won't defend chick car comments if theres no stick in the middle.

[@cadsux]

Kinguto With an automatic, my right hand can be on my lady's lap...

[@Kinguto]

with the stick, shes shifting both knobs....its a team effort.

[@bigphat200]

Slower, unresponsive to drivers inputs, Who is driving the car anyway, an autobox shifting when it wants to, or you? Manual all the way.

[@cadsux]

If you have a bum left leg, or live in areas will steep hills, heavy traffic, a manual can be a pain. Had a guy slam into my brother-in-law's Prelude, what I would call a "front-ended" as opposed to being "rear-ended" because his vehicle with a manual rolled back downhill to slam into his car.

[@Brockthedog315]

A weird review. All over the place.

[@richp6345]

If you wanna buy this, you might as well go for a stick shift.... or people will tease you about driving a chic car with a auto transmission.

[@edwardschmitt5710]

Auto matic? pssshaw

[@fkporsche1]

Funny character. Lol.

[@dodgethehell]

Squicky voice in high way wahahahaha