This is a fun car at an affordable price. While other convertibles can run pretty expensive, this one is mostly pretty cheap, and the upkeep is on par with other vehicles.
KO
Ashland, Oregon
5.0
Cute, sporty, reliable
This is a great little car. I have had it for over 15 years now, and it is still running perfectly. The interior finishes (such as the leather seats and the covering on the steering wheel ) have not survived the years in pristine condition, but the cracks in them are likely due to my negligence rather than a design flaw or material defect. The soft top has seen better days, and although it is as easy to raise it has so many holes that there is really no point to having it up especially as visibility is so much better when it's down anyway. The back plastic window became very scratched and cloudy very quickly and is therefore not very functional. I would recommend replacing the top with one that has a glass window. It handles like a dream. The clutch is very forgiving, which makes it a good car to teach someone to drive a manual on. The turn radius is nice and tight, making u turns a breeze in any situation. There is a surprising amount of cargo space if you use both the area behind the seats and the trunk. It gets great gas mileage (over 31 mpg) and is very responsive. You feel very connected to the road (if a little intimidated by large trucks) when driving it. It is very reliable. The factory stereo no longer works, but is easy to replace if desired. Parts aren't too expensive so if something goes wrong you can get it fixed, although not much has gone wrong. It holds up well if another vehicle hits you. It's a good car for shorter drivers as they can easily reach the pedals, but tall drivers may not fit comfortably.
Thomas
Wade Hampton, South Carolina
5.0
Perfect driver's car.
First of all, its a good-looking sports car. Its design is simple, and it was well engineered. It is reliable, handles well, and the 50/50 weight distribution allows the driver to really feel in control of his car. I enjoy the feeling I get when I drive. It makes every trip an adventure. It does not handle well in the rain, but other than that, it is the best sports car a person can buy. It is not fast, but it makes up for that with its superb handling. There is no match for the Mazda MX-5 Miata.