Cute car with engine that doesn't seem to wear out
Our Mazda Miata (which we named Casper because it's white and cute with a roundish build) is a great little car. We've had it 26 years and it's still going strong. We've been told the engine was only intended to last 100,000 miles, but we're at over 160,000 miles with no signs of the engine quitting anytime soon. The car handles well and has ample power, although sometimes a little sluggish in the mountains. Gas mileage is good despite its age. The biggest issue we've had with it is the rear window. We've got a convertible, and we've replaced the rear window a few times over the years.
Brandon
Hendersonville, Tennessee
5.0
Fun ride and drive !!!
This car only has about 120k miles on it even though it's 23 years old. It still runs and drives great with only minor maintenance, which so far, I have been able to perform myself (i.e. replaced brake cylinder (leaking), water pump (leaking), and timing belt (which was a no brainer when replacing the water pump anyway). I have met many Miata owners and former owners who all give the car high marks. Most former owners say "Don't ever sell that car!"
Alison
Los Angeles, California
5.0
Fun to Mazda Miata 1991
I love my automatic Mazda Miata. Even though it was made in 1991, it has great features that cars of that year don't have, in my opinion. It has speakers in the head rest and a beautiful beige interior that is almost in mint condition. The leather seats are beige. The car is low to the ground, and it comes stock that way. It is a convertible, which is great for a nice breezy drive. The back window is made of glass even though some Miata's have that window that is made of plastic. The battery is in the back of the trunk, which is different from other cars. This car has excellent full efficiency. On a full tank it gives me about 210-230 miles on the highway. The car has a great handle and can take corners like a breeze. It is small, so it fits pretty much everywhere. The stereo system in the car is amazing, I really like the head speakers in the car; it give the driver a great experience. This car is great as a daily and as a weekend car. I haven't had any major mechanical issues with this car just the usual maintenance. The electronics are great, and it runs like a champ.