View Full Version : attention 2006 Mazda MX5 owners.
teatako
04-14-2006, 09:14 PM
what´s it like to own one as a daily driver?
NuclearCrap
04-14-2006, 09:56 PM
Undescribable, rent one and you'll understand, that's what me and my bro did. :D It's too fast for 170hp. :)
PerfAdv
04-15-2006, 12:36 AM
Depends what you are willing to sacrifice?
The cons: If you can make do with 2 seats and a small trunk, it's a good daily driver. An '06 model is a bit roomier than my '03 but functionally it's still a small 2-seater that can get lost behind a SUV if you pull too close. I always stop lined-up with the left edge of the car, you never know when someone might feel the need to reverse!?? (it's happened:mad: ) You have to be a careful driver in how a motorcyclist is careful and aware of his surroundings.
The pluses: Gas mileage is reasonable and upkeep is cheaper than solid-liftered Hondas. (My old GS-R which enjoyed valve tapper adjustments every 15-20K miles, got to be bothersome and an added expense.) Fun, while others are enjoying music or a soft cushy seats you'll be enjoying the drive, even to the corner store.
Trade some practicality for some fun, it's your call.
teatako
04-24-2006, 09:42 PM
well, right now about practicality my daily driver is a smart roadster... although i fear the mazda wont be as practical, since the rear boot in the smart is incredibly useful, i can slide full size posters 90x60cm in there with their 2mm clear acrylic covers (I´m a design student)
Lets Gekiga In
05-06-2006, 11:22 PM
There are times that I wished I got a Mazda MX-5 instead. :(
teatako
05-07-2006, 12:08 AM
instead of what?
Lets Gekiga In
05-07-2006, 12:12 AM
I ended up getting a Saab 9-2X Aero (yes, I know it's a Subaru Impreza WRX wagon), but the deal was so great I went with it. I'm still extremely happy with it since it was such a great deal. It has a lot of utility, yet very fun to drive.
scottie300z
05-07-2006, 07:08 PM
I ended up getting a Saab 9-2X Aero (yes, I know it's a Subaru Impreza WRX wagon), but the deal was so great I went with it. I'm still extremely happy with it since it was such a great deal. It has a lot of utility, yet very fun to drive.
i think it looks better, lil more professional looking
Rockefella
05-07-2006, 09:10 PM
i think it looks better, lil more professional looking
It also prevents spontaneous haircuts.
DigitalEvolutio
11-14-2007, 10:27 PM
I bought my 07 mx-5 about a 2 months ago and I have not regreted it even one time.
Fuerte100
11-16-2007, 04:26 PM
My pre-cal teacher has one and he says its amazing.