Is the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata changed to be an even BETTER sports car to BUY?

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@aaronswink8554 6 ай бұрын

2022 Mazda MX-5 RF Grand Touring owner here. If you can fit in the car and live with the storage and comfort compromises, this car is perfect. It's 80 degrees outside. Blue sky and puffy clouds. Perfect weather. Just went for a drive, top down, winding roads, all of the stress from work and life melts away with every short shift, redline run, and tight corner. For 35 years, Mazda has made the perfect sports car. And I daily drive mine, snow tires in the winter, and no issues at all. If you enjoy driving, if you consider yourself a car nut, you need one, new or used, doesn't matter. And you'll have a smile on your face with each top down drive. And I already asked my Mazda service manager...bad news...the 2024 infotainment system can't be retrofit into the ND1 and ND2 models. Oh well...

@PerryPapanier 6 ай бұрын

Screw the info change. It's all about the driving experience. Also have a 2022 RF n these minor changes don't have me second guessing getting mine.

@aaronswink8554 6 ай бұрын

@PerryPapanier I know...I know! The system in our Mazda had to be designed and first built around 2015, and that makes it ancient. H And waiting 45+ seconds to boot up, detect my Samsung, activate AA, and start with music and maps on a daily driver...first world problems! It isn't the screen size that bothers me. It's the bad lag and slowness.

@PerryPapanier 6 ай бұрын

@aaronswink8554 yeah I get what u are saying. Will be interesting to see what the next Gen will look like n what is powering it. In the meantime happy driving

@AMR15H 6 ай бұрын

Mazda 2 ‘16 daily driver here (with the same infotainment as a MX-5 Miata ‘16 - ‘23). Just use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto? And if I’m not mistaken your dealer will update the infotainment when you come in for a service. Mine starts up in like 20 sec. and after that you just start using Apple CarPlay which works flawlessly (same as in my Focus ST ‘17)?

@rickjames6867 6 ай бұрын

One of the best little sports cars ever made. It's not about the horsepower. It's driving dynamics reliability and styling. I don't think you can race a Corvette with this car but having a wonderful spirited drive though the canyons is where it's at. They are great for every day city drivers that are easy to maneuver through traffic and park. ☮️💙

@cptndave1 6 ай бұрын

You’d lose the corvette through the canyons.

@philosborne7008 5 ай бұрын

81 Years old...finally got my second Miata, the first being a new 2004 M'Speed. Sold it a few years later with only 15 K miles...fun car but a bit tight. Bough a C 5 Corvette...Sold it 11 years ago, bought several turbo hot hatches, the last being a 2019 Civic Si coupe. Fun car, have had it 5 years, but Miata kept calling my name. Just drove back to DFW Texas area from Oklahoma City where I purchased a new ND3 Club. Most fun you can have behind the wheel, or in any car with clothes on. I still do SCCA and other club autocross events, and the Miatas have always been really popular in various classes. I did well with the Civic Si, hope to continue with the new MX 5 Club...

@xm3di 3 ай бұрын

I am trying to understand if anyone has experience with long-distance driving in the Mazda Miata. How does it perform on long drives? Is it comfortable? Can you recline the seat, stretch while sitting in the car, and grab a drink or a burger without having to get out? Also how does the soft top suit colder climates, where temperatures touch close to zero or sub zero?

@le0redd104 2 ай бұрын

@xm3di put it from my experience I drove over 15hrs in a NA Miata after getting out it feels like you just came out of the track it's that great lol always have that fun factor no matter where you go with it 🙃

@xm3di 2 ай бұрын

@@le0redd104 thanks for the share. Just curious if the Miata is your second car or the only driver?

@le0redd104 2 ай бұрын

@@xm3di I sold my NA that I had for 4 years last year in March. So I'm itchy to get another one even tho I wasn't surprised because I've been wanting an ND for a while now even before i gotten my NA, and now with this newly updated ND3 it will be my only miata forever. It'll be a secondary vehicle for me when I'm out enjoying the roads. I highly recommend that a Mx-5 Miata should always be a better source as a secondary vehicle. Your 1st car should just be about getting you from point A to B and ofc practical with more room than a Miata for your daily uses.

@le0redd104 2 ай бұрын

@@xm3di also, height will play a factor so I'm 5"4 so I'm able to fit in comfortably and enjoy the ride as long as I want to. If you're someone over 6ft personally, I would go for a ND2/3 to get that adjustment steering wheel to fix it to my comfort level.

@alexmassengale433 6 ай бұрын

I love how Mazda has kept the feel of the Miata so consistent over the years. If I didn't have so many kids to get around, I'd own one.

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

This is so very true

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

@BrianEugeneLee193you are hilarious

@rosstoolfan 6 ай бұрын

If I wasn't 6'6", I'd have one too

@rosstoolfan 6 ай бұрын

@BrianEugeneLee193 I had 3 first gen RX-7's and fit fine. Drove a Toyota 86 and fit fine but I prefer the Mazda. Nobody can touch that Soul Red Metallic either. So sexy!

@joek1353 6 ай бұрын

You can still get one for yourself. Having kids shouldn't be a barrier. Just drop them off to grandparents 😅

@johnnacke4134 6 ай бұрын

I ordered this exact model and color… will arrive this Monday, so I’m really thankful for the review… I learned on a MGB when I was 17. This MX-5 will be my third… Two ND 2, and this ND3… Will be 76 this July… 👍

@AJ-yv9ss 5 ай бұрын

What do you do for a living?

@johnnacke4134 5 ай бұрын

@@AJ-yv9ss Retired teacher..

@MrMashman93 5 ай бұрын

Are you enjoying your new MX-5 John?

@johnnacke4134 5 ай бұрын

@@MrMashman93 Absolutely! First, I really love the new color combo, and others love it , too. The steering is noticeably better than my ND2… Awesome Roadster!!!👍

@Revan1189 5 ай бұрын

This is really wholesome. Good bless you sir!

@Honda2015 6 ай бұрын

Mazda does allow you to make the screen touch for all functions on the ‘24 Miata. You just have to toggle the option “on” in the settings. - a very happy ‘24 Miata owner!

@tomc8854 6 ай бұрын

Had a 2019 sport for 3 years sold it to try a couple different more practical cars. Now I’m back in a 2023 Grand touring.😄 Nothing else compares! Wanted to get one more new one before they ruin it by going hybrid or electric. My window sticker still said MX-5 Miata .

@aaronswink8554 6 ай бұрын

Same boat here. I tell myself that I need something more practical since I own a home now, but I can't bring myself to sell it. Saving up so I can keep the MX-5 as a second car. And I would bet the farm on the NE model having some kind of mild hybrid system so they can use the 1.5L engine worldwide and get better economy. If anyone can keep the car's weight down, it's Mazda!

@stanleyrobinson5999 6 ай бұрын

I owned a red ‘96 and silver ‘99; it may just be time to squeeze myself into a new one.

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

I have to agree with you

@sunnyvalentino 6 ай бұрын

The best, refreshed version of quite possibly the best generation of the best roadster ever made. I have one on order, club with BBS. Can't wait till it comes. How many modern cars are light with great steering feel?

@johnreddyzhang 6 ай бұрын

Also, 13:17 it IS touch screen! It even has the option now to enable touchscreen above 5mph in CarPlay / android auto mode!

@cbotten106 6 ай бұрын

Love the shifting on that stitch knob. 😀 The MX-5 is truly an incredible gift to people who love to drive. It gets you in touch with the spirit of what makes a great sports car.

@LZimich 6 ай бұрын

love the analogy of when we were kids on bikes exploring, I too feel the same everytime i drive my car

@Michelle-414 3 ай бұрын

One major improvement over my 2008 is a solid front license plate mount that doesn't ruin the esthetics of the front end. I drive mine less as I don't like driving in some Milwaukee suburbs since the police will pull you over.

@gramb5611 6 ай бұрын

Such a fun tossable car. Some new touches for 24. Mazda knows taillights and interiors . Thanks Joe and Lori

@dlg5485 6 ай бұрын

I love that Mazda continuously improves the Miata with updates every few years. With the extra long life cycle that this car has, these updates keep the car relevant and desirable, even 9 years on. I owned a early ND2 for a couple years and I still regret selling that little gem. I will definitely be picking up a ND3 before it goes away. I'm not necessarily against a hybrid Miata, but I think this ND3 is the pinnacle of what the Miata can be, if sports car purity is what you're into. It's light and nimble, naturally aspirated, RWD, manual transmission, easy canvas top, inexpensive... it doesn't get any better.

@remander3873 6 ай бұрын

My father-in-law had an MG when he was stationed in England. It was his favorite car ever. A few years back, he decided to get that feeling back by getting a Miata. He loves that car. Having driven it, I agree that you don't need the high HP (my toy is a 750 HP Roush Stage 3) to have a great driving experience. It is so fun to drive!

@ephremb 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great video Joe. Thank you Lori for all the hard work behind the camera. I have been thinking about getting a '24 GT MX5 for the past month. Just concerned about the cabin water intrusion issue with the MX5 if left outside under oak trees where pollen and leaves can clog the drains. Unfortunately, I don't have a garage to park the Miata. Anyway, it would be great to do a local meet and greet sometime. I was born in Tampa and raised in Safety Harbor since 1981. All the roads you drive are my local roads. Love what what you guys do. My dream job.

@tommahalo4777 6 ай бұрын

Bought a 24 Club in aero gray about a month ago and I love it. It’s just such a fun car to drive! I also have a red 1990 with the hardtop and it’s amazing how similar they feel, yet the 24 is just more refined. Great cars!

@sinan325 5 ай бұрын

If I am not driving my Miata, I am watching Miata videos.

@RaitisRides 5 ай бұрын

I like how you think!

@orashadow 6 ай бұрын

2023 MX-5 RF Owner. Testing driving this car taught me that a car can be more than just a utility item. I sometimes feel bad for other drivers in their cookie-cutter vehicles with my old mindset, haha.

@mikedaleiden7725 6 ай бұрын

For an 8 year old design, this Mazda is still gorgeous and has aged very well. You can find very low mileage Club or GT ND2s for mid to upper 20's which feels like a great deal. Approaching $38K-40K new seems outright silly though...

@sachemrock 6 ай бұрын

Joe, great review and the driving sequences were awesome. I fell in love with this car during my short time as a Mazda salesman in 2004-2005. I sold a brand new 04 2nd generation MX5 to a dentist and personally delivered it to his house. I had more fun driving that car than I had ever had up to and since that time. It is my dream to own one before I die as this is the king of sports cars without a doubt. You must have driven one to understand! Thank you for bringing this exceptional car to all your viewers today. ❤

@edwarddejong8025 6 ай бұрын

In 1990 the Miata weighed 2182 lbs., it is now around 2400 lbs. so not bad to only grow 200 lbs in this many years. Wish Mazda would add some better colors. They have a blue and a red, but...

@gryphon123456 6 ай бұрын

I think I'd rather see a saddle brown leather interior but the cream is nice. just not sure about the white stitching. I also love the wooden steering wheel and shifter from the NA Miata. Love to see them do some nice Nardo accents like that again also. but there's tons to love here with this car....👌

@roustabout4fun 6 ай бұрын

A legal go-cart~ I enjoy the extreme contact sport Continental tires on mine. I'm reminded that it is more fun to drive a slower car fast than a fast car slow. These puppies are quick and spry~ Reliability has been superb-knock on wood. The heater is awesome..top down in the Winter is no problem Great review!

@richardmichael59 5 ай бұрын

Describe what you mean by “winter”? I suspect it’s not below freezing by much.

@roustabout4fun 5 ай бұрын

@@richardmichael59 Just that the heater is stellar~

@hagbard72 6 ай бұрын

Mazda has never said they're going to fully electrify the MX5 for the next model line. Like to see them drop the depressing "colours" like gray, sliver, whatever that awful colour with the reviewed car and give us British racing green, orange, yellow, even turqoise. It's a sports car, give us sports car colours!!!

@katazack 6 ай бұрын

Green would be fantastic. They had an orange special edition Miata a few years ago.

@billmeyer4365 6 ай бұрын

I heard there will be a hybrid first.

@motores2007 6 ай бұрын

British green!!!

@Reginald_Harrison 5 ай бұрын

Bland colors aside, their whole color system doesn’t make sense. Why can you only get the tan leather in the White or Gray painted Grand Touring? It would look the best paired with Soul Red or Dark Gray. Why can’t you get Dark Gray in the Club trim anymore? Dark Gray with the BBS Wheels looked great.

@bakwon3790 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! I really enjoyed the video, while I anxiously wait for delivery of my 2024 Soul Red MX-5 GT Soft Top. Traded in my 2018 RF GT for it. I like the RF a lot. But, since I always drive with the top down anyway unless it rains, may as well get a soft top!😄 There are cars that are fun to drive, and then there is the MX-5 that you drive for fun!

@ericrodriguez1013927 6 ай бұрын

I wanna get one. Almost pulled the trigger last year, but I have a kid to consider. Once he’s older though it’s going to happen!

@edgarsdzerins 4 ай бұрын

I had ND1 for 3 years the same color, 2.0 manual. Loved it, drove it on snow in winters. One car that I think I will buy again!

@tedwhite5197 6 ай бұрын

Great, fun cars. I had a 1999. Never gave me any problems. I made the just to a Honda S2000 and never looked back.

@rsobrevinas 4 ай бұрын

Yessir, for anyone who has driven the MX5, they all know it's a pure sports car and THE KING!!! Your reviews are the best communicating the exuberance and the joy of driving a true sports car! May yo.ur tibe increase

@tomstamatakos8027 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Joe and Lori for such a great review. I have not really considered the Miata for quite a few years because I always needed a back seat and a bit more room inside, but now my kids are grown up. So maybe its time🤔👍👍 Such a great road test too, gotta be one of the most under appreciated sports cars ever made👌

@victorr4844 6 ай бұрын

My 2022 grand touring is amazing I love it. Such a great value. Actually allows me to have it as a second car.

@chadtulumalo5472 6 ай бұрын

Hands down one of the most fun, easy to own, reliable, focused, sports cars on the market. And its easy on the bank account. You really need to understand that there is almost nothing else that checks all these boxes other than a Subie BRZ. Anyone who has actually put real seat time in one understands. I was lucky to have a chance to run an ND2 Club around the Nurbergring on a Tourist day and it was bliss. The shifter is brilliant. Heel toe placement of the pedals is near perfect. And you can break the rear loose if and when you want. Thank you Mazda!

@worst-hd-player 6 ай бұрын

Easy on the bank account? This same Miata in the video would be around $40k out the door 😂

@devilsadvocate2548 2 ай бұрын

@@worst-hd-player don't forget it is more than just about the purchase price. When it comes to running costs the MX5 is easily one of the most easy sports cars on the bank account. It's so light it doesn't chew through tyres and brakes very quickly, even on track days etc. When you need to replace tyres they are cheap. Being only a 2L 4cyl it doesn't drink a lot of fuel (relatively), even when thrashing the daylights out it. Being a mainstream brand it doesn't cost a lot to service. Being a simple car with no turbos etc you won't be spending a lot on repairs down the track because it is so reliable and easy to work on. Still being an only $40,000 car, it doesn't cost a lot (relatively) to insure. So yes, taking ownership factors/running costs in to consideration it definitely is easy on the bank account for such a dedicated sports car. There aren't many dedicated sports cars out there that are as cheap to run.

@davidp2888 6 ай бұрын

I need one of those and a twisty road.

@MrMorton2u 6 ай бұрын

❤ the two tone interior. Looks like so much fun!

@kavalere 6 ай бұрын

6:33 Great review as always Joe…love the zit comment! I have a 22 GT…the 205 wheels are technically enough for this car but aesthetically speaking they are too skinny. I put on 225 45 17 tires and wow did that make a difference…both in looks and performance. Love, love, love this car!

@outforaripper 6 ай бұрын

the guy honking and you said he was jealous just killed me hahahahaha LOL thinking of a red 2024 club soft top BBR pkg.

@petetomaszek4273 4 ай бұрын

with a tan interior = perfection

@outforaripper 4 ай бұрын

@@petetomaszek4273 tan interior is unfortunately not available on club

@petetomaszek4273 4 ай бұрын

@@outforaripper Did not know that. I bought a 16 sport for dirt cheap and threw 5k into it. Might have to do the same when i find the red/tan combo close to me.

@omarcortes5754 6 ай бұрын

Don't know if I'd buy one for me but these cars are really fun to drive.

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

You better believe it Omar

@camirocz Ай бұрын

Just bought a 2024 yesterday going to sell it at auction this wednesday. Really fun to drive and great handling .

@emanmark 4 ай бұрын

I bought the 2018 RF and ❤️ it, so perfect. I prefer the touch screen and running lights on the older design, to bad they messed with this. Enjoy your reviews

@bogdanrotaru6101 4 ай бұрын

nah, don't elimitate the classic antenna sticking out, it reminds us of a toy remote controlled car from our childhood

@Uplatenerd 2 ай бұрын

You have to go into the settings and turn the touch on. It’s a safety feature

@sandweiler4640 5 ай бұрын

Hey Joe, great review as usual. I love your no-BS format. Cheers from an ND2 2022 owner from Luxembourg.

@RaitisRides 5 ай бұрын

That really means the world! Thanks for watching from a distance!

@manuelcamomot5152 6 ай бұрын

For as long manual transmission.ill go for it,

@Saboda53 6 ай бұрын

That “place for three Twinkies” also happens to be a great place for my phone. My iPhone SE fits in there perfectly, like it was designed for the car!

@level10boy 6 ай бұрын

The interior does seem a step up from that of the BRZ/GR86, great little sports car!

@richardplascencia1929 6 ай бұрын

ND2 owner here. Luv your review and had to subscribe.

@johnreddyzhang 6 ай бұрын

Got my 2024 RF in red. Definitely great choice for myself. Even commute becomes kind of fun

@dlg5485 6 ай бұрын

You've driven so many ND Miatas over the years, I was hoping you'd comment on the new steering rack and rear diff, compared to the ND2.

@portknoxxa 6 ай бұрын

I kinda like the antenna Makes it look classy!!

@TheJamesrbrown2000 6 ай бұрын

What about the new steering rack for 2024?

@suzanneflowers2230 6 ай бұрын

Like you have the pet peeve of fake front air vents, I don't like the info screens to stick up so high. Minor, but irritating for some reason.

@BlackNAVYAmericanVET 5 ай бұрын

If you make 1000,000 MX 5 videos I will watch all 2x’s fold ! It’s fun to watch you drive it ! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@tomokokishi3066 5 ай бұрын

I've always been waiting for your "annual" Miata update review 👍

@garbinator09 3 күн бұрын

At 69, being a former tour motorcycle survivor, I view this vehicle as a four wheeled touring freedom machine. Not so much a track car either. Fun! Practical, weather protection, safety, (Less pavement RASH, better traction in cornering) my list could get really long in the tooth. I just don’t know crap about being a KZbinr… 😅

@allexayare5459 3 ай бұрын

Finally put a reservation down! Ordered the aero gray, such a beautiful color the first time I saw it in Japan Feb 2024! When I was looking at it through the windows, I knew that I would own one someday

@leftified9849 6 ай бұрын

Do you think you could fit 2 carry-on luggage bags in the trunk or no?

@CarlosMartinez-rx9vk 6 ай бұрын

Unlikely.

@aaronswink8554 6 ай бұрын

Yes, if they're soft. There's a carved-out "well" in the trunk that is somewhat deep. To compare, you can easily fit 2-24 packs of bottled water or 5-12 packs of soda side by side with room on top. I purchased a new REI large soft-sided duffel bag just for use in that car because it fit, and backpacks and another carryon will fit. The plastic tray that holds the tire inflation kit and owner's manual does get in the way. Don't try a hard-sided suitcase - the opening is too small. And I've seen luggage sold online made just to fit in MX-5 trunks.

@brianpercussion 6 ай бұрын

@@CarlosMartinez-rx9vk We own a 2023 and have easily fit two hard sided carry-ons on top of one another. There is even extra room for a few soft sided bags as well. We do this all the time.

@chattingwithshap8010 5 ай бұрын

Joe, I love your channel. It is my favorite auto channel. You always keep it positive and love what you do. Question for you or anyone else. I’ll be in the market soon for a car. I’m thinking of either a new Miata RF with a manual, or a used 2018 Boxster. The price difference is about 10 grand. Thoughts? I also might consider spending a little more and going up to a boxster s.

@sunburn8640 6 ай бұрын

The MX5 rewards all drivers, not just those that know what they’re doing. Slow car fast is for everyone. Great machine

@michaelfont7239 6 ай бұрын

Miata is a track weapon, who ever thinks it's slow needs to go drive one. It's very deceiving with some suspension mods what it can do. Thank you Raiti.

@xaviillas615 5 ай бұрын

I saw a kazillion videos of this guy but none as in this one watching laughing and enjoying the driving. Awesome!

@Cowdog1 6 ай бұрын

I dig the two-tone.

@tjebberup3787 5 ай бұрын

I'm trying to decide between the Grand Touring and the Club. Love your videos, best I've ever seen, now a lifelong subscriber. You do such a great job but so hard to decide on a trim LOL!!

@RaitisRides 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for being so supportive!

@terencemichel8972 5 ай бұрын

Like you, I want to add the club to the GT but I heard you lose the adapted lights….WHY??

@Maddizm 6 ай бұрын

Raiti hit the Jackpot Today

@AAR-83 Ай бұрын

Just bought a GT trim in machine gray just to commute to work everyday😂 I LOVE IT

@robomatt101 6 ай бұрын

I understand the low quality back-up camera. They wouldn't even have a back-up camera if it wasn't for the gov't requirement. Hence a cheap camera to keep the cost down as much as possible.

@Theonestrongbusleader 6 ай бұрын

Yes of course Joe & I would love to buy this.

@salimrandall 6 ай бұрын

King of sports cars for the money.

@honda116969 5 ай бұрын

I used to have a 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata turbo 1.8L 6-speed manual transmission, I remember smashing it with my buddy, the top down hitting the rev limiter in 6th ⚙️ we could barely hit 130 mph. Shortest ⚙️ set I've ever driven

@tomdrummy4984 6 ай бұрын

Great fun little sports car. Love that color combo ! 👍. Twinkie smelling candles in Walmart Joe 😂

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

I have to get some of those!

@oonwing 6 ай бұрын

Always great, can't wait to see who brings one to the Rally in Landover MD!!!

@Unsalted375 6 ай бұрын

Love the new drls they added, but you drove that thing hard! The miata still rips ;)

@kathryndunn9142 6 ай бұрын

I loved the Mazda sports since the 90,s I love this

@dominickirkwood 6 ай бұрын

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

@suzanneflowers2230 6 ай бұрын

Love the cheerful 2 toned interior! I can't say I love the spindly wheel design with that body style. But a great car!

@MisterMikeTexas 6 ай бұрын

I'd prefer the MX5 in red with tan interior. Something about gray that depresses me for some reason. I would also look for an aftermarket exhaust that doesn't sound like a fart can.

@Ajnucch130 6 ай бұрын

Love your videos Joe, but you need to recheck some of your stats on this one such as the size of the infotainment screen is wrong I believe its 8.5 “ and its functionality, MX-5 now has a touchscreen now !

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your great insight Anthony.

@ethandeuel4313 6 ай бұрын

Nice nod to the ww2 era of cars and yes I very much remember cruising around with my freinds on bikes growing up great video makes me smile too 👏

@crooksight 6 ай бұрын

Love my 23 sport mx5 that was born on 12/23 & saved a bunch, love it !!

@mickeybrumfield764 6 ай бұрын

Really does look like a lot of fun. I would like to see Fiat bring back the Spider.

@joek1353 6 ай бұрын

It's definitely a budget car for enthusiasts. I ended up picking up a type r instead 🙃

@shamako4ever718 6 ай бұрын

Alright Joe let’s see what this Mazda will do for us

@RaitisRides 6 ай бұрын

You’ll love the on throttle action!

@veefource 6 ай бұрын

What if you want to pan around the map? How does that work with it not being touchscreen (for the OEM map that is, not Apple Carplay/Andourd Auto)?

@BangKieu96 6 ай бұрын

Finally I've been waiting for your review on this new ND3. On throttle YEAH!

@cardo1111 Ай бұрын

For an honest, very comprehensive, quality review, look no further than J.R.. I thing a red rather than light tan leather interior would have really contrasted nicely with that grey.

@MNP67 5 ай бұрын

Awesome! It comes in Primer Coat pre-paint color. In 20 years we will look back at these as we look back at the 70's Brown station wagons... >.

@islanddon865 6 ай бұрын

Light beige and dove gray clash and don't work for me, but I owned 1998 (last flip-up lights) and l loved it. This Gen is drop dead gorgeous. I love the deep metallic red. And I can see getting red & black leather seat covers to make it a bit flashier and fun. Base model with stick, or even a hybrid work for me.

@franciscorodrigez7650 6 ай бұрын

It couldn’t of been a 1998 they didn’t make one that year

@islanddon865 6 ай бұрын

@@franciscorodrigez7650 Google Query: "When did Miata stop pop-up headlights? 1999 Sporting all-new bodywork and a fresh interior over largely carryover structural bits, the 1999 MX-5 Miata takes the breed into its second generation. Code-named NB, the roadster no longer features flip-up headlights or looks as dainty.May 17, 2023."

@franciscorodrigez7650 6 ай бұрын

@@islanddon865 97

@franciscorodrigez7650 6 ай бұрын

@@islanddon865 1997

@actonnoel1284 5 ай бұрын

Always a wonderful car loved them from way back but I prefer bright yellow or green

@labornurse 4 ай бұрын

I'm with you! One will be in labornurse's garage one day too! I'll get one the last year they make this ICE version.

@michaelsheedy 6 ай бұрын

Great sports car no doubt, but I used to own a Boxster, and had little trouble sitting into it. However, I didn't enjoy trying to sit in the Miata. I'm 6 feet tall and it didn't seem like good fit for me. The Boxster no problem.

@Raansu 6 ай бұрын

The antenna kills me on that thing. There's gotta be a better way to have an antenna that isn't sticking out randomly on the side like its 1999 lol.

@dlg5485 6 ай бұрын

The new infotainment screen is touch capable with carplay and android auto, but not in the native software.

@LRS34625 6 ай бұрын

Love my '22 RF and you can rev the crap out of it. You can't drive this without a big smile on your face. Thanks for the review.

@xm3di 3 ай бұрын

@Saboda53 5 күн бұрын

I’m on my fourth Miata. While this car was not really meant for long distance driving, it can certainly be done and, if you’re smart about it, done rather well: • The MX-5 definitely prefers curvy 2-lane backroads over long stretches of flat, straight interstates! It’s on a twisty 2-lane that the car comes alive and is in its element. Sure, she will drone down the interstate all day without complaining, but clearly that’s not where the car really wants to be. • It really helps to simply plan on making frequent little stops, say every couple of hours, to just get out, walk around and stretch for a few minutes. That said, the seats are quite comfortable, and the driving position is good. • On the interstates, noise can be fatiguing. Many MX-5 owners use earplugs or even noise-cancelling headphones to reduce or eliminate “the drone”. And noise is not an issue below 50 mph or so. Some diehards like it, but most of us don’t recommend driving top down at interstate speeds. Too windy, too noisy and too tiring. • Soft-sided luggage is your friend. Even consider duffel bags over carry-ons. • There’s not much spare room in the cabin. The two detachable cup holders work well, and you could conceivably fit a 6-pack of Coke on the passenger side floor under your passenger’s legs, but no, most “stuff” will have to go in the trunk. • The soft top is superb (as is the RF version); either work great in even the coldest climates, and the powerful heater (and heated seats) can warm up the tiny cabin in record time. Put a set of winter tires on around Thanksgiving and the little car, with its perfectly balanced 50/50 weight distribution, is virtually unstoppable in winter, in up to about 6” of snow. Yes, you will find yourself easily driving past spun out SUVs and CUVs on the side of the road! If you keep these things in mind, the Miata can be a fun and competent long-distance companion.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424 5 ай бұрын

I just wish MAZDA would combine the direct injection with port injection to keep the intake valves clean. Why don't they add that? Its makes so much sense to do it. If one does purchase an MX5, one should buy a cat-back exhaust. It suits the car's personality!