2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF & Roadster - Redline: Comparison

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@DesuVR
@DesuVR 7 жыл бұрын
That red RF is beautiful! It's like a Japanese Ferrari.
@althor5550
@althor5550 5 жыл бұрын
Like the original Magnum PI TV show with Tom Seleck...At his height I doubt he'd fit LOL
@imtheonehero9305
@imtheonehero9305 4 жыл бұрын
I usually hate red but damn. Mazda red is so beautiful
@D_Flame16
@D_Flame16 4 жыл бұрын
@@imtheonehero9305 Trueeee I also didn't like the red so much on cars but, that Crystal Soul Red is just wonderful tho.
@richboy900
@richboy900 2 жыл бұрын
Looks more like a mini Aston Martin vantage
@ronallen81
@ronallen81 7 жыл бұрын
ND mx5= best car that normal people can afford and daily drive
@imtheonehero9305
@imtheonehero9305 4 жыл бұрын
You mean sports car?
@mikefly562
@mikefly562 7 жыл бұрын
I'm so tempted to get a Miata...I just got a CX5, and really like it, and now I'm considering trading in my Prius to get a Miata, and join a Miata club in the Northwest. Miata would be such a perfect sunny weather car that would compliment my CX5.
@rithikpatel3613
@rithikpatel3613 7 жыл бұрын
mikefly562 A Prius for a Miata... Wow
@alansmilealot
@alansmilealot 7 жыл бұрын
mikefly562 buy a na or nb
@Nexccelerator
@Nexccelerator 7 жыл бұрын
Whichever ND Miata you choose to buy is completely up to you! Just know that from my experience the RF model drives just as good, if not any better, as the regular soft-top model. I hope this helps you out in your research and best of luck to you on your future purchase! - Michael
@carbrickscity
@carbrickscity 7 жыл бұрын
Why would you replace a Prius with a Miata?
@Hboogie182
@Hboogie182 7 жыл бұрын
+Vader11 because miata is a fuel efficient car that can be driven daily.
@sophisticated
@sophisticated 7 жыл бұрын
Man that soft top mechanism is good!
@DriveAndBeDriven
@DriveAndBeDriven 7 жыл бұрын
Alex Dc, Yep! It is surprisingly fast. I tested it on a Fiat 124Spider, at my local Fiat dealer, and I closed/opened it in less than 3 seconds (on my first try)! Great engineering on Mazda's part. 👌🏽
@MarcSquared
@MarcSquared 7 жыл бұрын
So glad you finally got to do the comparison. I've got an ND RF and I freaking love it. Favorite car I've owned.
@erlidaz
@erlidaz 6 жыл бұрын
Dude, this is the best review I've seen for mx5, and I've watched more than a dozen over the past few months. Plus you speak quite fast (I'm from Spain and had to rewind a few times to understand it all hehe) so it's like watching a 40 minute review in 20 minutes 😂😂 thanks for the video!!
@chickenlips605
@chickenlips605 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review! We have the 22 soft top and the 23 RF (more "practical" car for the winters in CO)...absolutely love them both! I do feel a tiny bit claustrophobic in the soft top vs the RF, but love the 360 degree opening of the soft top when its down. And true what you say about the noise; cabin noise is quieter when the RF roof is up (not so in the soft top), but noisier when the RF roof is down (not so in the soft top). Thankfully both have the blind spot monitors and back up cameras now. Can't go wrong either way!
@stms4411
@stms4411 Жыл бұрын
Funny - I would expect that you would say that if either made you claustrophobic, it would be the rf. There’s more materials behind you and less headroom in the rf. Why does the ST give you a claustrophobic feeling?
@AZWZOfficial
@AZWZOfficial 7 жыл бұрын
If Mazda could take the MX-5 RF, remove the retractable roof function, bring out the rear window to connect with the side panels and put a cx-9 engine in it, you got yourself the new RX
@interfrastically
@interfrastically 7 жыл бұрын
When I first saw the shadowy preview pictures of the RF I thought Mazda was finally going to make the fastback coupe version of the Miata after teasing us with a few really nice looking concept cars in that mode. I was saddened to find out it was arranged like the hardtop C3 Corvette - with the addition of a slow and complicated electric actuation for the targa top.
@AZWZOfficial
@AZWZOfficial 7 жыл бұрын
interfrastically the rumor I heard is that they may be waiting till 2020 to release info on a new sports car.
@interfrastically
@interfrastically 7 жыл бұрын
If they do indeed come out with a new sports car that would be great - not that the Miata isn't a fantastic car but the more sports cars on the market the better. Sports car sales in North America aren't great so I was a little afraid that the manufacturers might drop cars lime the Miata, 86/BRZ and 370Z altogether just when I was about to be in the market for one.
@effrumtheretardo
@effrumtheretardo 7 жыл бұрын
No you won't. It would still be a Miata. Maybe a MazdaSpeed version. The next RX needs a rotary. It puts the R in RX.
@buddythecockatieladventure9451
@buddythecockatieladventure9451 7 жыл бұрын
I have a CX-9. The engine is like a Subaru WRX but heavier but it has a pretty nice acceleration time and the turbo you can hardly hear but you can feel it
@fcbandwagonlona7315
@fcbandwagonlona7315 7 жыл бұрын
The RF has such a crisp look!! Might weigh a little more, but it's so nice to look at!!
@maximus9401
@maximus9401 7 жыл бұрын
Those wheels look STUNNING on the soft top. Like wow, that's how they should have come, holy crap
@lawrenceatkinson5884
@lawrenceatkinson5884 6 жыл бұрын
Il bought the first gen, in 1996. 2lt manual gearbox, flip up front lights and manual soft top. My dad said it'll spoil me for life. It did. Driven hard, using the rear wheel drive, 2nd to 3rd gear was a revelation.. Top down. Smiles on. Loved it. Solid it 7 years later, Sadly . No corner will ever feel the same again.
@chirsh123
@chirsh123 6 жыл бұрын
the hardtop has less headroom than the soft top. One half inch less headroom in the hardtop
@py8565
@py8565 7 жыл бұрын
Interesting you feel the RF has more headroom! Specs report 0.6 inches less for the RF at 36.8 compared to 37.4 for the softtop.
@MadelnMachines
@MadelnMachines 5 жыл бұрын
RF definitely has less headroom. No doubt about it. I'd say there's about 1 cm in it.
@PhilbyFavourites
@PhilbyFavourites 5 жыл бұрын
I'm 6' 3" tall and my wife has just bought a 2018 2.0 Sport Nav soft top. We tried the RF and as the hard top came down the middle bar pushed my head down in the seat by about an inch. In the soft top I have plenty of head room and my eye line is well below the top of the screen. For our intrepid reviewer at 5' 7" - that is short!
@ackables
@ackables 3 жыл бұрын
If you look at the seating positions, his seat is further back in the rf than the soft top. The miata will raise the seat up when you scoot forward because mazda tilted the seat rails. Since the soft top had the seat pulled forward, the seat would be higher too.
@coreysaunders4376
@coreysaunders4376 7 жыл бұрын
I actually really like the look of the RF. I've never been a Miata guy but would have no problem driving the newer models.
@derekperry1745
@derekperry1745 7 жыл бұрын
Same here.
@yodamunkey
@yodamunkey 5 жыл бұрын
Mazda said that they are so happy to finally have Corey Saunders' approval!
@TOONAMAX
@TOONAMAX 5 жыл бұрын
Same. I am in the market and working a deal on one right now.
@Kruegh
@Kruegh 7 жыл бұрын
A thing to note from a 6f1 guy, i feel the straight opposite about the headroom. I feel that the Roadster has more headroom than the RF.
@AmboscottUK
@AmboscottUK 5 жыл бұрын
Same I can't fit in the RF but can in the soft top. This manlet has no idea.
@RawRozay
@RawRozay 5 жыл бұрын
7:09 When you think the waitress is coming with your food but it's really for the table next to you.
@Ezero8
@Ezero8 7 жыл бұрын
I just had a thought that the perfect 2-car garage of the future might be a Tesla Model S or X and a Miata RF or Roadster.
@jasonng6771
@jasonng6771 7 жыл бұрын
I like the way you think
@enthused7591
@enthused7591 6 жыл бұрын
I don't understand how people live without a truck. I guess if you live in a busy city center and work at a desk and never do any manual labor, but I'd refuse to not have a pickup truck as my #1 option due to the ability to haul and tow.
@joshg.9390
@joshg.9390 6 жыл бұрын
Or a Tesla roadster instead of the Miata but that's like 8x the price
@eddieyakin7173
@eddieyakin7173 5 жыл бұрын
Josh G. I’m willing to say the roadster will not handle as well as a Miata and also the whole point of the Miata is the open top, which the roadster does not have
@enthused7591
@enthused7591 4 жыл бұрын
@MegaDave Except with a truck, I can haul drywall, plywood, appliances, motorcycles, large furniture, and large dirty items like motors and transmissions without the need for a trailer, unlike an SUV. You'd need a trailer for any of that unless you want to ruin your interior or strap stuff to the roof. Little less refined and a little more thirsty. The only worthwhile SUVs are all V8s anyway, so the fuel economy is very similar.
@MrFezzywigg
@MrFezzywigg 7 жыл бұрын
It was awesome meeting you at Katie's! Between the two I would still go with the Roadster just cause of the open feeling you get while driving. Dont want that compromised
@Hboogie182
@Hboogie182 7 жыл бұрын
I'd stick with soft top for lighter weight and full convertible experience.
@johnwet5798
@johnwet5798 7 жыл бұрын
I do agree, softtop is lighter & better.
@xmodMAN76
@xmodMAN76 7 жыл бұрын
So true but the RF is so damn pretty.
@balintk.9373
@balintk.9373 6 жыл бұрын
Also one less thing to worry about. I would be curious how much money you have to spend when the motor breaks which operates the roof.
@yodamunkey
@yodamunkey 5 жыл бұрын
@@balintk.9373 I think it's the opposite because the PRHT (Power Retractable Hard Top) on the older NC Miatas are notoriously reliable. The soft tops on the other hand can start to fall apart and fade over time.
@gamingislife3332
@gamingislife3332 4 жыл бұрын
lol i have a feeling that the soft top will expirence problem like the NA one do aswell. always needing to be replace. not now obviously but in the future
@Daniel-dj7fh
@Daniel-dj7fh 7 жыл бұрын
i like the standard pipe more thus it sounds throatier and deeper. but it might be different in real life
@someoneelse4492
@someoneelse4492 7 жыл бұрын
All I'm thinking is how glad I am that there are people in this world capable of giving their own opinion and thinking for themselves.
@theslimeylimey
@theslimeylimey 6 жыл бұрын
Aged well after 2 years? I should bloody hope so! You have an unrealistically high expectation if you think that if cars are not a new design every year they aren't "current". Cars are not like clothes dude.
@imtheonehero9305
@imtheonehero9305 4 жыл бұрын
It is tho. Some cars looks old after a year. Mustang and camry comes to mind
@halconsiete7
@halconsiete7 7 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos about cars I ever see
@thechinadesk
@thechinadesk 7 жыл бұрын
I'll take the traditional soft top any day. Why would I pay more money to diminish the 360 degree open air experience of a real roadster? If other Miata fans want the RF, I don't object. I just hope to god Mazda doesn't phase out the roadster in favor of the RF.
@shuvaesalikram2574
@shuvaesalikram2574 7 жыл бұрын
You changed my mind about the Subaru brz, now i really see why you bought this car, its a true beaut!👌
@jeffmakor7135
@jeffmakor7135 6 жыл бұрын
Far too much time spent chatting about the after market exhaust but a good video. Thanks.
@davidwolf226
@davidwolf226 7 жыл бұрын
I'm a taller driver, so the RF model would be more appealing to me. In addition, the RF would benefit by having a blind spot monitoring option. Interesting review with both models, Sofyan.
@Unclebrud
@Unclebrud 7 жыл бұрын
Great review - you pointed out a lot of things I was wondering about the ND. Club roadster is the way to go to me. The RF is nice, but too complex/roofline looks awkward.
@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials
@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials 7 жыл бұрын
I miss my 96. I might work overtime to afford a used ND when they start coming off lease within a year from now.
@alansmilealot
@alansmilealot 7 жыл бұрын
GT6SuzukaTimeTrials just get a good nb, I'm thinking about retiring my na for an nb, idk yet. I've done alot of preventive maintenance, and last emissions test of its life. Don't know what I want honestly
@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials
@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials 7 жыл бұрын
I've been looking at MR2 Spyders. Would rather spend $10k for a pristine example than $20k for a ND.
@gofaast4630
@gofaast4630 7 жыл бұрын
NB! It's like a refined NA. And for 10k, you could get a good Mazdaspeed for the price.
@mikeciba5862
@mikeciba5862 4 жыл бұрын
Go Faast I bought an 02 in 18 just about to turn 13,000 I wasn’t looking for one and it wasn’t for sale I was just admiring it Now it has 26,000 only summer driven garaged winters Chicago area I’m 68 now I drive the hell out of it I love it another blessing form my Lord and Savior
@Davi_uk
@Davi_uk 6 жыл бұрын
Very good review, ive watched many back to back with this, so far yours is the best. I think soft top is the way to go.
@lukha225
@lukha225 6 жыл бұрын
Hey, that's U.S 50 heading west! Personally, stock exhaust sounds slightly better, more growl.
@yodamunkey
@yodamunkey 5 жыл бұрын
You have been no help at all. It's still a hard choice! Hahaha. J/k amazing review, thanks so much for shedding some light!
@atticus6572
@atticus6572 7 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I feel like the ND Miata's an unsung hero. It's small, lightweight, comfortable, and all about the pure driving experience. Yet very few talk about it.
@john_c1
@john_c1 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this amazing and detailed review. I owned the Miata soft top for 2 years. Looks really good and timeless from the side but I've always thought the back with top down , plus a few other angles, don't look so good. Now seeing them both side by side the soft top seems a bit dated in my opinion. They're both head-turning amazing looking cars still but, I believe the RF feels more modern and trendy. I guess it depends what image you prefer. What do you guys think? 🤔 Regarding the "full convertible experience" take it from someone who drove them both, there is no difference. The RF drives and feels like a a convertible, you really can't tell. You'd have to twist your neck to look back and spot that you are in a targa car. Why would you do that anyway? Regarding the handling the added weight gives the RF a little more grip when turning which is what I prefer rather than a sliding tail. Also you get a slightly firmer suspension with less body roll which again I prefer. What do you guys prefer?
@aperson5062
@aperson5062 5 жыл бұрын
Love mine. Drop the windows 1" and it changes the wind flow around the buttress and reduces that buffeting noise a tiny bit.
@seanprice7914
@seanprice7914 5 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about visibility when the top is down,compared to a soft top? Im trying to decide which one to get since i want the full visibility the soft top comes with. Any info is appreciated
@normangebhardt2092
@normangebhardt2092 7 жыл бұрын
One of your better reviews. I loved the black Miata I owned until a semi changed lanes on night in a light rain and pulled the trailer over the top of me part way. I quickly pulled to the side and the driver saw me and applied his brakes. I swung around the tractor on the right shoulder just missing his tires and kept on going. They have great control on the road. But now after watching your video Im tempted to buy another convertible, Just not a black one. They are great cars and mine like yours had no issues at all.
@MrJorgie73
@MrJorgie73 7 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison vid. Makes me appreciate my ND soft-top even more!
@dultanur
@dultanur 7 жыл бұрын
Great comparison man, thanks. One addition, don't forget about the storage spaces behind the seats, they are great for things that are used less often.
@waynemiller1609
@waynemiller1609 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your awesome comparison with this very professional video, don't mind the idiot comments from the low life aholes, I traded in my 15 mustang gt for the RF after buying a Mazda 3 and fell in love with it, my soul red RF tan, auto is on the boat and should arrive within a few weeks, can't wait!!! I know everyone says to get the manual trans but I am tired of shifting after 60 years of driving in traffic NYC area, keep up the great work, I will be watching this vid propably 100 more times till mine arrives, take care!!!
@rancorous
@rancorous 6 жыл бұрын
how do you feel after 10 months or so?
@DRG0321
@DRG0321 5 жыл бұрын
How you feel about the Miata now?
@DallasTechie
@DallasTechie 7 жыл бұрын
Another great and informative vid. Always felt Mazda gives you alot of style and good looks for the money
@raymondburgess6172
@raymondburgess6172 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful report !! I have the RF and happy !!
@JayMacroPhotos
@JayMacroPhotos 7 жыл бұрын
Yes! I've been hoping you would do this review
@rithikpatel3613
@rithikpatel3613 7 жыл бұрын
Sofyan, in terms of roominess, is the Miata RF more spacious than the 124 spider (since it is bigger than the Miata roadster)
@nerdsanctuary8307
@nerdsanctuary8307 5 жыл бұрын
Have to disagree with you on the headroom. I did a side by side between rf and convertible miatas recently and the soft top definitely has more headroom than the RF.
@levishadow
@levishadow 7 жыл бұрын
You had less headroom in the softtop, because your seat was set much more to the front. ND-seats go slightly up, if you slide them more to the steering wheel. On same conditions the rf has a little bit less headroom! Also: you forgot the "secret" storagethingis behind the seats. the RF has none behind the driving seat.
@johnnytampocao7671
@johnnytampocao7671 7 жыл бұрын
Another Great review with this beautiful car, and looking forward for your test drive review of the new CX-5.
@Finestizpro
@Finestizpro 5 жыл бұрын
My ideal garage 2019 suzuki Jimmy a miata and a new mazda speed 3
@owlattack1971
@owlattack1971 6 жыл бұрын
The RF cabin is also quieter because Mazda added extra sound insulation around the transmission/driveline tunnel. With the hard top, cabin noises from the drive train were more noticeable, so Mazda added the extra insulation.
@93mlo
@93mlo 7 жыл бұрын
They ripped you off the exhaust sounds exactly the same as stock. You should have gone with the Goodwin supersport race exaust.
@cyrusnanavati
@cyrusnanavati 7 жыл бұрын
An excellent review - really enjoy your videos - really love the ND - need one soon!!
@motoring9056
@motoring9056 7 жыл бұрын
Gotta love those little things that Mazda does, like keeping the engine bay clean by not adding plastic covers.
@flybobbie1449
@flybobbie1449 3 жыл бұрын
Love the red. Never understand how they always seem less fuel efficient than my Z4 E89 23i with 204 hp engine and much heavier. I had a ride in one as a passenger, i was a bit disappointed. My eye line was level with top of screen. It all came across a bit cheap, plastic, although that red would sell it.
@kai_00123
@kai_00123 7 жыл бұрын
If it was gonna be my one and only car for year-round, definitely would get the RF.
@wojciechkotas8887
@wojciechkotas8887 7 жыл бұрын
Kai_001 why? I am ordering soft top. I have no garage. And I live in Warsaw, Poland. Here is snow for about a week or two in every year. And still have no clue what is RF for. Soft top should last 10 years at least. Once a year should be impregnated. That is all.
@kai_00123
@kai_00123 7 жыл бұрын
Wojciech Kotas Slashed soft tops and reduced road noise (slightly) are my concerns.
@davidbattaglia2336
@davidbattaglia2336 4 жыл бұрын
I test drove the RF 3 years ago. I remember trying to “look” through the dark plastic cover over my shoulder, desperately wishing it to be a window. Kept not being able to see through it...I really wished they put a window there.
@islandon22
@islandon22 3 жыл бұрын
Had a 97. Loved it. No other car will synch you with the road more than a Miata. Except perhaps, a Lotus.
@steelheart4148
@steelheart4148 7 жыл бұрын
Back-up camera will be required for 2018 models.
@noecker97
@noecker97 6 жыл бұрын
Love Those Mazdaspeed Wheels and Flyin' Miata Exhaust!!!
@jerwatson79
@jerwatson79 6 жыл бұрын
In case no one pointed it out- I dont think they are called Miatas anymore. It says MX-5 on the car not Miata
@RPMCarReviews
@RPMCarReviews 7 жыл бұрын
I recently reviewed a MX-5 GT and the thing I found amazing was how quiet it was with the top down and the windows up. It was no problem having a conversation with my passenger @ 100KMH (62 MPH). In contrast the RF suffers from a lot more wind noise with the top down due to the wind buffeting against the rear window. Having said that I would absolutely choose the RF as a daily drive, watching the targa top stowing away would never get old 😃
@neiljborja
@neiljborja 7 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison, thanks for also showing off the FM exhaust. Sofyan = bae
@MrMazda-ih8cw
@MrMazda-ih8cw 7 жыл бұрын
Great video - but of course I'm biased as the MX-5 is one of my favorite vehicles!
@Pulsed101
@Pulsed101 4 жыл бұрын
I think the soft top looks better because it accentuates that rising curve on the rear quarter panels just behind the seats, which I really like.
@gedan1
@gedan1 11 ай бұрын
I like a convertible and I don't want a targa, I don't want a T tops I want a convertible, it's not at all the same sensation, there's a world between the two, if you give me an RF I sell it the next day and I buy a convertible, if the RF was like what I already have a 2010 convertible model with hard top, wow that's great, it's the best of both worlds, but as I say it is not comparable because a convertible and a targa are not the same at all and it simply cannot be compared. The fact remains that one or the other remains a wonderful and super beautiful vehicle, and I respect everyone's choices, I am simply giving you my point of view, have a good day everyone. PS: Yes also for manual or automatic, I believe that this is a personal choice and people should not judge people on this.
@chomp54321
@chomp54321 7 жыл бұрын
The active exhaust sounds great. Would putting one in void the warranty? How about a turbo charger?
@Lee-70ish
@Lee-70ish 6 жыл бұрын
Had my ND for 2 years now it's a soft top the RF is an after thought and feels like it is, a Surrey top like the old Triumph TR4 did. Not the same feel to drive as the rag top and the rear quater view is awful. Still a nice looker though.
@devincutting9258
@devincutting9258 7 жыл бұрын
So I saw the VA plates and got excited! I'm originally from MA but moved down to VA for work.. seriously considering purchasing an MX-5 but I'm very conflicted. I love the visibility of the soft top and it's obvious ease of use, but to be honest, I'm looking to have this be my daily (and yes, FOUR season) vehicle. Have you used this little pocket rocket in the winter months at all, though you have a soft top? Is the RF really worth it the money and if I went with the soft top, what is the maintenance like on it?
@rainystorm88
@rainystorm88 7 жыл бұрын
I test drove both and realized the headroom in both the soft top and the RF are smaller than my NA... o.O
@JEGRussell
@JEGRussell Жыл бұрын
According to Mazda's official specifications, the headroom for the MX-5 Miata GT 2017 soft top is 37.4 inches with the top up, and 36.8 inches with the top down. The headroom for the MX-5 Miata GT 2017 RF hard top is slightly less at 36.8 inches with the top up, and 36.3 inches with the top down.
@CroakerOutdoors
@CroakerOutdoors 7 жыл бұрын
The RF does look nice but for my money I want the full open top experience, less money, and less to break.
@mikeciba5862
@mikeciba5862 4 жыл бұрын
It was always meant to b a drop top,the only way to go
@dk6024
@dk6024 6 жыл бұрын
Nobody ever mentions that there's storage behind each seat. Also, why a backup camera? There's only a yard of car behind you!
@cpandsooz
@cpandsooz 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome build 30AE! 🙌🏻🙌🏻
@anthonycbrown1952
@anthonycbrown1952 7 жыл бұрын
Your car looks brand new. Do you have your car detailed regularly?? Is your car your daily driver?
@racrs5016
@racrs5016 7 жыл бұрын
Hi, in the market for a new RF, what color is your car in the video? arctic white or ceramic? Also is it fairly easy to keep clean, and not show to many scratches and swirls etc... would you get this color in again?
@1SaG
@1SaG 7 жыл бұрын
Actually... the RF has a little less headroom than the ST. At least according to my experience and to all the reviews I've read and watched. Anyway: To my eye, the RF's proportions are a bit off. The roof is too high for the length of the car, giving it a weird, kinda "bubble-top" type of look. I wish they would build a coupe or a shooting brake. Add practicality for the guys who can do without the open top experience and want more storage/luggage space. I love my soft-top MX-5, but I would've been tempted as hell by an ND coupe.
@miatafan4630
@miatafan4630 7 жыл бұрын
Great comparison review. You just confirmed that I made the right choice with my ND GT soft top! I've had mine a year and love it.
@mikeciba5862
@mikeciba5862 4 жыл бұрын
Miata Fan my first convertible a great experience 02 LS I love it
@ctsfiddler
@ctsfiddler 7 жыл бұрын
Wish my NA had a soft top that worked like that. thumbs up on the review.
@MadelnMachines
@MadelnMachines 5 жыл бұрын
Is there something different going on with the boot/trunk lines - the back of the RF seems to look more squashed in and pinched. I don't know if it's an illusion or just the pillars making it looks less wide and than the soft top. Something doesn't look quite right but I can't figure it out.
@terr256
@terr256 7 жыл бұрын
should I trade in my Camaro for a miata? #sortaofaseriousquestion
@alansmilealot
@alansmilealot 7 жыл бұрын
Terrence Sanchez what year and trim Camaro? And are u tired of the Camaro, gas?
@anthonymolina7416
@anthonymolina7416 7 жыл бұрын
Terrence Sanchez get a new one don't down grade or get something that's a fast car w awd
@terr256
@terr256 7 жыл бұрын
It's 2017 and it's turbo 4 so gas is not a problem. I just honestly like how the miata looks!
@danielisbell
@danielisbell 7 жыл бұрын
You should definitely test drive one. It's not going to be as quick as the Camaro, but it will feel a lot more responsive. The difference in weight makes a huge difference in driving feel. Of course, it's a lot less roomy, but it also feels a lot more open. I know I'd make the change (personally went from a 14 V6 Mustang to an 07 Miata, then to a 14 Miata), but if you really want to know, you need to drive it.
@misamisatv
@misamisatv 7 жыл бұрын
Ditch that thirsty boat and get the Miata. It's a no brainer.
@dlg5485
@dlg5485 7 жыл бұрын
I love the sound of your active exhaust. It's pretty impressive that Flyin Miata is able to get so much more sound out of this car. I've been eyeing the new Miata since it came out, but there's a huge part of me that want's to hold out until I can afford a Boxter or Cayman. It's twice the price of the Miata GT, for a lightly used Porsche, so I'll be saving up for a while. I do love the Miata tho, and I'd go with the soft top as well. If you want an open air roadster, get a true roadster. Plus, the added weight does compromise the balance of the RF, even if just a little.
@bencarter1666
@bencarter1666 6 жыл бұрын
Just get the Miata. It's handling is insane, get a Mazdaspeed race conversion kit to boost past 200hp and it would out drag a 911 over quarter of a mile easy. Much lighter car, perfect 50/50 weight balance. . The Porche would only have a higher top speed and meaner sound. It couldn't possibly go round a corner quicker or be more fun doing it. The Mazda is a drivers car no doubt..
@Sixfigas
@Sixfigas 3 жыл бұрын
I hear your points as I’ve considered the more expensive brands as well, but what gets me is the potential maintenance cost. I’m going with the Miata as I already own a European car and the cost to fix anything on it is insane.
@dlg5485
@dlg5485 3 жыл бұрын
@@Sixfigas That's why the first thing I do with any new vehicle is learn how to work on it. I don't trust dealerships to do good work anyway. If I do it I know it's done right.
@gorrilaunit99
@gorrilaunit99 6 жыл бұрын
Which one is stiffer and has better torsional rigidity?
@TimothyCow23
@TimothyCow23 7 жыл бұрын
Rf looks better
@traumadynamics7269
@traumadynamics7269 5 жыл бұрын
I had a C6 Corvette and the wind buffeting when the targa top was off was awful. Putting the side window down helped a bit but the added noise was still there. I would love the added functionality of the RF but not with this downside. Too bad they didn't do it again like the NC PRHT, that is the best of both worlds.
@stevenjames1138
@stevenjames1138 7 жыл бұрын
I would love to own a Miata. Great cars!
@nosefirst
@nosefirst 4 жыл бұрын
Good comparison, thanks for helping my choice.
@crist67mustang
@crist67mustang 7 жыл бұрын
I am interested to buy a 2017 used MX5 (Miata) here in my country. Manual transmission, but wich color do U recomend me ... perl white or perl red wine..? Friends say me red is a color for a sport car 2 doors, but it is the "typical" red wine color of many Mazda® corporative color. White for me is more exclusive, maybe. But red perl finished reflcts better the the horizon, white looks flat in reflection of image (u know, the wet shine effect of poliuretan painting). I am really confused. Help me please.
@derekperry1745
@derekperry1745 7 жыл бұрын
I prefer the Miata RF surprisingly.
@Dr23rippa
@Dr23rippa 5 жыл бұрын
I hope they make a larger Miata RF call it the MX5 more boot space. Comfortable in the front for 6ft and over and more Power! 200BHP More Torque
@thomasbates1779
@thomasbates1779 Жыл бұрын
Did they shorten the wheel base on the new one .....by a lot? And would you buy a new one or a used 370Z.?
@blueshieldpowerwashingfl
@blueshieldpowerwashingfl 6 күн бұрын
DID you say the 2017 Fr model wont allow apple carplay?
@TheAdventureAuto
@TheAdventureAuto 7 жыл бұрын
I personally love the way the soft top looks. I like the idea of having a hard top but the RF just looks so awkward. I'd still have to go with soft top if I bought another one. I'll wait till the NE comes out :D
@yodamunkey
@yodamunkey 5 жыл бұрын
I love the idea of not worrying about the hardtop in the snow and having to replace it every 5-10 years and it's absolutely stunning to look at... but I can't get over the fact that it's pretty much like having T-tops like on my brothers '92 Camaro!
@elitistsnob1793
@elitistsnob1793 7 жыл бұрын
When are you going to review the 2017/2018 Ford Escape?! Love to hear your impressions of that vehicle.
@stipple21
@stipple21 7 жыл бұрын
The mazdaspeed wheels look really nice on your ND
@johnnyparker2128
@johnnyparker2128 7 жыл бұрын
What is the blind spot like with the RF top up?
@imaronin
@imaronin 7 жыл бұрын
Great comparison review!
@DJZiiWi
@DJZiiWi 7 жыл бұрын
How has no one mentioned how good the Mazdaspeed rims look on the ND?? Absolutely stunning.
@ChapHammersmith
@ChapHammersmith 7 жыл бұрын
ZiiWi personal preference, personally not a fan. 949 wheels to me look perfect on it.
@crist67mustang
@crist67mustang 7 жыл бұрын
The car is beautiful. More beautiful is the American neighborhood, what extreme nice houses in the US towns..! OMG! Greetings from Santiago / Chile (the skiny country extreme south of SouthAmerica).
@TaijiArban
@TaijiArban 6 жыл бұрын
jas zg yep europe is definitely much safer especially in recent times cause of all the shootings.
@issy281980
@issy281980 6 жыл бұрын
You have not seen Detroit, its a 5th world city, america has bad neighborhoods too! Depends where u go.
@1970sman
@1970sman 3 жыл бұрын
Can’t beat a soft top.
@fcbandwagonlona7315
@fcbandwagonlona7315 7 жыл бұрын
Gives me a reminder of the Z4 coupe!
@tedtiri1886
@tedtiri1886 7 жыл бұрын
Man I really like your videos!
@migzahoy
@migzahoy 3 жыл бұрын
Active exhaust sounds soo good holy
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