NC Miata Review
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2020
- Reviewing my wife's NC Miata that we have owned for just over 4 years.
Great handling little car that is easy to work on and reliable. I talk about trunk space, interior space, exterior looks, and take it for a spin.
Hope you enjoy! - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I own a 2007 Miata touring. It's not a 911, a NSX, or a 360 Modena, and doesn't pretend to be; but at one tenth the price, you will be hard pressed to get a better car, or more joy, for the $. Right now the NC is just a used car; and the prices reflect that. Get one now, while you can, maintain it, cover or garage it. Someday in the future people will realize what jewels these cars are and the price will reflect that. In the meantime ENJOY.
Mike, I agree!!! Buy it and drive the snot outta it! Mazda made them to be driven 👍
Absolutely fantastic roadsters.
Regarding the interior trunk switch, it is a lock out switch. It allows the trunk to be completely locked out from remote access, which allows you to leave the top down an keep valuables inside the trunk securely locked. It is actually very beneficial for the soft top, given the ability of a thief to quickly slit the top and have access to the inside of the car. The trunk lock-out allows the integrity of the trunk to remain protected. Consider it turning the trunk into a secure lock box.
Regarding the passenger side, two things. The hump you refer to provides access for the catalytic convertor underneath the car. The hump is even worse on the ND. And on right hand drive models, the hump remains for the driver on the right side. The passenger leg room can be dramatically improved on the NC very easily. Pull back the top of the carpet under the glove box. Underneath of there you will find a large plastic spacer. Remove the spacer and you instantly gain about 3 inches of usable leg room. The spacer is not functional in any way. On the ND, that spacer location now houses the subwoofer, but in the NC, that spacer is useless.
Think we know what it does, just that the switch position is the issue.
Had my 2007 NC for 12 months now and can't stop smiling. I pinch myself knowing I own one of the highest selling sports cars on the planet. It is an absolute gem.
They are excellent cars!
@@eddie9703 Just a code Mazda used to identify models. NC stands for the 3rd generation miata. The 1st was NA, and 2nd was NB. 👍
I got mined for 3 months now and i got the same feeling..
This review has been one of the (if not THE) most useful reviews I've watched. Feels really genuine and down to earth, you have some really solid things to point out about this car.
I'm hoping to get one early next year when the car market settles a bit, hopefully!
Thank you and good luck in your search!
😊I'm driving my 4th Miata, a 2016 ND Club. I've put 100,000 miles on it in 2 years, and drove my earlier cars just the same. Probably like you, I still gobble up any info regarding these cars wherever I can (and sometimes rewatch, lol). I love the MX5. All years are great choices, but sport suspensions (or aftermarket) and LSD will greatly enhance your experience. I was tempted to get something quicker, but the choices were all much heavier, poor mileage, didn't handle as well, etc.. I appreciate the lightness and nimble handling and the ability to easily control oversteer. Very cool to have a Corvette owner appreciate the MX5.
Thank you and they are a ton of fun!
What a fair and sensible review. I have glossed over many American reviews as a Brit because sometimes things just don't translate as your roads are different, the other cars are different, running costs can be different. But all seems so fair. Especially as it seems we are about the same size so it helps identify how I look in the car.
Thank you! I do my best to be honest and fair!
The sense of speed you get in this car is crazy, feels like you're going much faster than you are. Sometimes I'd like a little more power, and more sense of theatre (stock muffler/backbox is WAY too sound deadening) - but overall, on the mega twisty British backroads, this car is a driver's dream, so much fun, so engaging and just wants to be driven.
I would agree, a little more noise out the back end would help the sensation of speed. These damned cars are just fun!
try the other miatas, they all feel faster than this one. this one feels slower than it is, which makes it an awesome track car.
Eddie, the couple NB's I drove felt slower than this NC. But, there was about 5 years difference between the drives. Lolololololol
@@pantloaded the first time I drove an NC the boost in power between it and the previous versions was the second thing I noticed. But the first thing I noticed was the increased leg room below the steering wheel and expanded visibility through the top of the windscreen, due to the lower seating position.
I saw a video of a Miata with a LS 1 engine in it . That Lil red was possessed
Love this video. Picking up a 2006 this weekend and after watching your video I can't wait to drive it.
love the review, and love the sense of humor. thank you!
Thank you our pirate life!
Great review. Getting my 2012 miata special edition this weekend. Cannot wait
Thanks for the awesome video! You went more in depth than most people and it helps a lot. I can't wait to pick one up for myself!
Thank you for the support 👍
Very nice review. Thanks for all the details. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for the support 👍
Outstanding review, I’m so glad I found it since I just started looking for a used Miata. Thank you.
You are welcome and thank you for the kind words
great chromed door hgandle covers..ive been considering them but now I will buy a pair!!!
Excellent review , A ++
Very enjoyable car tour. I have the RF and love it too!
Thank you. I like the RF as well👍
great review, thanks for sharing
I love my NC 2021 GT!! It is the best car I have ever owned!!
This is a great review because you have honest experience and speak with passion. I can tell this review is by an enthusiast. I have a NB but I’m looking to maybe change over for a more modern and slightly quicker car especially for that PRHT!
Thank you very much for the compliment. I am an auto enthusiast and I always hoped it showed! NB is amazing little machine, but PRHT is da poop!!!
Same have a great NB and looking to upgrade to an NC. Awesome vid
Mate.. your description and explanation is spot on!!!!!!! Well done
Thanks!!
Great vid thanks! Been listening to you as I drive across Brisbane in my 06... And I finally know why my boot lid stopped remote unlocking after I got new coil overs lol
Thank you John! It is in a bad spot, glad I could help!
Thank you for your video from Rome, Italy
Thank you!
What a thorough and detailed mx-5 review...It surely earned you my subscription and a big fat Like!
Thank you!!
Excellent in depth review. Thanks. Just purchased a 2007 NC 1.8l. Above all I find, it just makes me smile. Mundane trips become an absolute joy. Cheap as chips (at least in the UK), relatively comfortable, easy to drive, fan-f*****g-tastic gearbox, great great great little car!
Haha, I agree! Thank you!
Liked and subscribed, for a very thorough and insightful summation of this brilliant little car (NC1 PRHT owner, UK).
Gmak, thank you for both! Glad you liked it 👍
I have absolutely the same car and I love it!
You clearly have good taste!
Great review I’m looking to buy one soon you have helped make my mind up, thankyou. Happy Motoring.
Thanks Davy! Hope you find the exact one you want!
I think they're the best value and the most livable generation. I looked at heaps of nice NAs but then realized the NC fitted me better and has the nice stuff for touring and year round use. Parts cost more than for the original shape but they're plentiful.
That color is awesome !
Thank you!
Thank you for this in depth video. The NC does not have the presence on CZcams that it deserves. After a year of searching for a clean NB, I am now focused in on the NC Club.
Thanks for the compliment. And I agree, the NC is underrated!
You nailed the one goal this car does : trading pleasure at any speed, giving you a smile every time you drive.
Thank you
1st off - thanks for mentioning the trunk button - dang I've been living with that for over a year! Yours was a good honest accurate review.
I have the same '08 Grand Touring stormy mica blue PRHT that I bought in 02/16 - what a looker she is - and a blast to drive. The few mods I've done was to get rid of the center cup holder and replace it with Moss Miata "insert/center console", it's a bit pricey but it fixed the silly latch that didn't work and gave me plenty of useful space. I also installed a GTA Car Kit - iPod/iPhone/Aux that plugs right into the stereo and makes it look like it has an external CD stack. I keep my old trusty iPod with 8K songs on shuffle. You can also plug in anything with a 3.5mm plug. The cables ran right to the new center console and it works beautifully. They also make a bluetooth version if that's what you need.
I also changed out the trunk and dome bulbs with LED's to get rid of the grungy yellowish lights. That's it, everything else is stock and I plan on keeping it that way!
Thank you, and sounds like you made it perfect!
My car is in Idaho. My husband bought it for me for Christmas. We’re in Alaska. I’m living vicariously through CZcams vids till I can see it and drive it in person. Out of 40 plus videos you are the second person to mention the truck on/off switch. What a drag to own this car and not know about it! Great video. You went over the car with a fine tooth comb!
Thank you Norma! I tried to be through! CZcams is great for getting your fix when ya need it!
Great Video, very helpful. I just bought 2012 PRHT six speed manual 30K miles a little over a month ago. I couldn't figure out why the trunk release button didn't work, thanks for explaining that.
Thanks Ron👍and glad to know I can actually be helpful!!
Thanks for the honest no nonsense review. I just picked up a 2013 GT PRHT. I love the car too! I'm only 5'7"' so I have plenty of room. Love the feeling of flying when just going the speed limit or just over. It's like a street legal gokart.
You are welcome. Thank you for the support. And these cars are fantastic
Great tips on the trunk lock and cup holders.
Thanks!
Such an amazing review, i also own nc 2008 prht its a truly enjoyable drive everyday,
Thank you and yes they are!
This is going to be my next car. Great review.
Thank you, great car!
Mate, what a great review! You are down to earth and relatable. Absolutely sold the car to me, so if I have a chance to acquire one I'll do it. Cheers!
Thank you and good luck!
In the process of buying a new-to-me '06 NC, and I really enjoyed you're review. Seemed to be good coverage of the driving characteristics and the more mundane day to day use experience that other reviews don't cover. Thanks!
Thank you for the support!
Get the NC 2, 2008 +
Did you get it ?
Brilliant review.
Thank you!
Greetings from Canada. Great info thanks in advance.
Hello and thank you!
Best reviewer of Miatas that I have listen to. I have a 2008 NC agree with everything that was commented on. Did not know about truck switch, thank you. I did not like center arm rest, thought it was uncomfortable, purchased an arm rest that inserts into the cup holders, very comfortable fits in perfectly was about $30.
Thank you!!!! i have seen that insert, looks slick!
Just got the 2008 PRHT MX-5 NC last week. I love it! You brought up a lot of unique info that other video reviewers did not. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!
How much did you pay for it ??
@@MrCreative1777 7800. 6 months ago.110 K on it. It has some clear coats issues but I love it.
@@Music-Tech-Life
Thanks mate. Enjoy your ride. :)
@Dino orlando and @mrcreative1777, whose says the comment section is always toxic. Well done 👍
I'm picking up my 2012 MX-5 GT this morning. Thanks for the review!
Hope you love it and thanks!
I'm jealous as fuck.
Carvana is delivering my 2012 with 37k miles in a day and a half lol.
@@maintainersgarage I adore this thing. I got Flyin' Miata Kogeki wheels for it, upgrated the coolant tank for a Moroso one, and changed the busted suspension to coilovers. It runs great, and I adore this thing.
@@mrbigolnuts3041 Don't be, they are getting cheaper, and they seem to be pretty reliable.
Great review..
Thank you!
Great information
Thanks
This blue PRHT looks stunning & is my dream Miata spec! Going weak in the knees honestly - I need a stick (pun intended)
Best real world review I have seen on this car. I like the 3rd generation models without the smiley face front end. I also really like that blue. I am also about 6' tall and have found that the 3rd generation is the only one I truly fit inside. I ride motorcycles. One of the most fun motorcycles to ride is the old slow Honda CB550. You can rip on the throttle and it sounds like you are going 100mph. You look down, and you are going 50.
Thank you!
Why did i just watch a half hour review for a car i already own for the last 5 years lol.
My 2010 mx5 NC is fantastic and im still keeping it for many more years btw.
Total repair cost in my ownership was $52AUD/$35USD when i fixed the window regulator myself.
Lmao, well thank you for watching and the support! Fantastic cars make us do odd things maybe??
Same here got one last June great video driving it makes me laugh it’s brill
Great video.
Thanks!
If you're looking into buying a NC Miata get a 2009+ model year. The six speed is a must and the car is a waste of money with out an LSD. We have pounded the living crap out of NC's and they are really bomb proof at stock power levels with proper maintenance. For sure one of the best kept secrets right now is the NC 2009+ .
I agree the NC is a great car !!
Good, balanced review. It's good to hear from a real gearhead, who owns a much more powerful sports car, who can make an honest comparison.
Thank you!
Appreciate the adult review of an NC1. Since I'm starting in 2022, the NC2 with so many upgrades is the target. I don't want a Corvette for rat racing errands around town and occasional trips. My wife would never drive one, but she will venture out in a Miata. I drove an ND, but the steering is electric, which I hated the numbness of--giant step backwards! If you can make an NC look good by lowering it, and a few suspension mods, etc, on paper they stand out as an exceptional purist sports car.
Thank you and I agree lower slightly and slightly wider wheels and they look great
Great review. Very detailed with all the aspects of maintenance and ownership. Spot on.
Than you Rich!
I bought the 1/18 scale model of this exact car years ago from AutoArt! In Stormy Blue Mica. Your wife’s car is beautiful!
Thank you they are beautiful cars!
Wow,an honest non-biased review from a Corvette owner,I'm impressed! I own a 2008 PRHT in copper red and totally enjoy it. I formally owned a 62 and a 65 Corvette and this Miata is a way better car than they were. I put a complete exhaust system with header and lowering springs with Koni shocks which makes it even more fun driving through the twisties. It is not a girly car,just the most fun affordable convertible sports car you can buy.
Thank you! Lots of it is opinions, but if I am not honest with my opinion,I won't have any credibility. And these cars are just simple and fun. Good driver's cars start with fun! I bet the noise your car makes is a hoot!
WG…which headers & exhaust did you have install?
I have an 2012 MX-5 soft top with only 37k
My wife's miata is stock
thank you Sir!
Thanks!
I own an 07 2.0L sport NC. Being British driving on the other side of the road the transmission tunnel is on the driver side haha
Never thought of that!
I wondered about that, and I've read supposedly, your foot placement is a little off center. I suppose the Xmission hump isn't as noticeable since that is your clutch foot?
My wife is probably the biggest "feather foot" (as opposed to a "lead foot") out there, but even she says she unconsciously speeds when she takes our MX-5 out because the car encourages you to have driving fun.
Inner speed demon locator!
Great Review! I have an 07 Touring with 73K on the clock. I purchased her about 5 years ago with 58K, and she looks identical to yours except she is burgundy with a black canvas top. I also own a 04 Lexus SC430 and a 03 Tacoma which I bought new. Like you, I can't say enough good things about the Miata. Everywhere I go with this car I get compliments! And I will also say that everytime I park her and walk away, I look back at her. The Miata is a beautiful car. I was surprised that you didn't have a complaint regarding the sun-visors because they're horrible in this car and many Miatas have problems with them not staying "up." Each of these cheap plastic visors will run over a hundred dollars, so I've learned that 2-sided tape can be my friend. I haven't driven my Miata very much over the last year mainly due to Corona-virus where I've been working from home. In fact, I've only driven her about 200 miles in the last year. Anyway, I'm retiring this year, and I've decided to sell the Miata because I want a little less of a footprint. Like yours, mine is also in perfect condition and exceptionally well maintained. New tires, battery, Robbins new top, etc. I maintain my cars very well. Dealers have offered me $6000.00 for her, but I'm not taking it. For such little money, I'll continue to drive her till the wheels fall off. Anyway, I didn't mean to go on for so long, but I'm glad you and your wife are enjoying your Miata! And by the way, I hate that button in the trunk, too!
We have no problems with the visors. But, i rarely buse them. Glad you won't just give yours away! Thanks for the compliment!
@@maintainersgarage I sold my Miata yesterday. It’s so really odd that your video showed up again this morning on my CZcams homepage. I’m so sorry, but I forgot about your video and posting on it previously. So, I will share a little bit of my experience selling my Miata - if that’s okay with you. I listed my Miata on Autotrader (Autotrader 2007 Miata For Sale) (O.C. Ca. AutoTrader) two days ago on Thursday afternoon for 12k. I had multiple offers and sold it for 14k in less than 48 hours - it sold yesterday, Saturday. Each of the offers came from people who had previously owned a Miata. And since yesterday, my stomach has been in an uproar because I’m now seriously wondering if I should’ve sold it. The buyer, a very nice older gentleman who’s a Corvette owner, gave me a deposit check and will pick up the car on Tuesday when the banks open after the Labor Day holiday. Emotionally, I thought it would be a piece of cake to let this car go. I wasn’t even thinking in those terms of it being NOT easy. For crying out loud - it’s ONLY a car! Right? Yet, the emotions I have connected with this little roadster have surprised me. In December, I’m retiring to my home in Palm Springs, and I only have a two-car garage. I’m keeping my Lexus and Tacoma. Anyway, this has been one of the toughest decisions I’ve had in a very long time. Maybe, I need to tear up the deposit check - unbelievable emotions tied to that little car, huh? Crazy! Well, I’m sorry for the long post here - maybe this writing is meant more for me than for you. Take care and continue good luck with your Miata.
@@wayneonpark this is the dilemma with "things" that are more than that to us! My wife's miata was totaled about 3 months ago in an accident. So she jumped to a slk 350. I understand your feelings. Thus why i have owned 4 corvettes!!! Good luck with everything
Damned, that's a nice looking car. Prefer the NC2-3 but that dark blue on the prht is GORGEOUS.
Thank you!! the wife and I try to keep it looking good!
nice review agree with you totally.....have you looked into removing the foot plate under the carpet on the passenger side. I've done it to my NC right hand drive (aussie version) and you get about 6 inches of extra leg room....but dont tell your wife!
Thanks Dave! I never heard about that spacer till you mentioned it. But, the wife paid for her car, so she is the boss of it!! I don't do any mods without management approval!!!!
2006 Sport owner here. You explained the passenger seating position exactly right. I'm only 5'8" and I can't find a comfortable seating position on the passenger side. Buzzing around town is fine, but no way you can sit there on a long trip without twisting and turning the whole time. Excellent car and great vid.
Thank you! And crazy how 1 little thing can do that
Dammm I thought Miata was a 2 passenger car. Now looks like it’s only one. Deal breaker
Great review, man, thank you! Seriously considering a 2013 Club PRHT......still on the fence weather or not another vehicle is "needed".
You are welcome and "need" is a mindset, YES is the answer!!
Nice 👍
I've been debating between this exact spec (Blue NC PRHT GT), a 2016 GT, or going all out for a 2019+ GT RF or ST. You've definitely swayed me back to the NC. There's something about the body shape and the ability to swap in a double-DIN AA-capable headunit that is really appealing. Also, there's yet to be a turbo/supercharger kit for the ND2...
Glad I could help! And if you wanna mod it, that matters!!
I work at a Mazda Dealership in VA and I was having the same personal fight- The NC seems to get a lot of strong opinions and I work around the ND all day! For a while there it was probably going to be the ND 2021 we had on the lot- but I found an insane deal on a 2008 NC Grand Touring, and because I’m a Mazda employee, I get tons of stuff at cost so I went NC, I can’t wait to mod it out!
Enjoy it!!
It is easier to get in the car when you sit down on the seat sideways and then swing your legs in. It is hard on your left knee when you put all your weight on it getting in as he does.
I have a 2007 NC MX5 hardtop, and I have absolutely no need for it. I have a company Mitsubishi 4x4 truck for work, which comes with free and unlimited private usage & fuel. But as good as that is, it isn't in any way fun to drive. So I have the MX5, and it's just a little pure distillation of joy in automotive form. I haven't enjoyed driving a car so much since my old V6 Alfa Romeo GTV. I live in Western Australia, so a similar climate to southern California. When I'm out bombing round country roads, cruising to wineries, or just taking sunset drive along the coast, the MX5 always ALWAYS makes me happier than I was when I got in it.
Sounds like you picked the right car, and I agree!!
Dude I just purchased the same year and model but in black.
We love it!! Hit me up if you need any info!
i just bought this same year in a mica metallic dark green but, sadly, in the 6-speed automatic that CAN be driven in pure manual mode so not TOO sad...and so far it, too, has been rock solid. I did not want the hard-top, tho...I love the "toss-back ease of the soft top. Mine is the grand touring version and the only downside is that I did not get the limited slip diff. GREAT CAR in every way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I agree, great cars!
Automatic never came with a LSD.
I have a 2010 PHT GT as well, love the car, and I use it as a daily year round driver. The suspension is a little fluffier than I would like, but other than that, no complaints. As far as the trunk lock goes, if mine is locked, it only disables the inside dash button.
The button on the outside will still open it. I’ve never used the key.
Thanks! And it'ss cool the differences between the years of the same model
@@maintainersgarage I think they learn their lessons, and modify the designs.
My button in the trunk is recessed pretty deep, so that was probably another improvement down the line.
Have a 2009 GT and it is a great car. Factory suspension is shit but with a proper set of shocks, progressive spring and anti-sway bars it is amazing.
I agree great cars! Thank you for the comment
I just picked up the same used NC1 GT in metallic burgundy, it has coil overs and aftermarket 17” Enkei wheels with 245 tires. Just that alone makes an amazing difference in the way it looks and corners. Miles of smiles so far. I do agree that the 6th gear really low, needs to be much taller. Cruising at 70 mph, the motor should be spinning at a reasonable 3k RPM.
Glad you agree and enjoy it!!
got the same car but mine is a automatic i love it had a 1997 m edition and this car beats the 97 but i miss the pop up lights
Nice video. I also have a NC that I bought 5 years ago with 77k on the od It’s never given me any trouble in the 10k that I’ve driven. My only issues arei the creeky prht at the front [which has a service bulletin to tighten the latch, which I haven’t done] and a creek inside the body behind the passenger side. Had you had any of these issues. My car is resale red, but I really like your wife’s car color. Thanks from North Carolina.
I had the front latch cover vibration/rattle. I put the soft 1/2 of velcro between the cover and plate and that solved the noise
Pretty sure that the hump on the passenger floor is the catalytic converter. The 70’s-80’s Camara and Firebird had the same issue. I’m curious what the configuration was for the right hand drive Miata. The engine is mounted the same. The only thing that looks different to me is the placement of the master cylinder.
Amen brother
Thank you!
You can also adjust the height on the steering wheel
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Next time you replace the suspension, remove cam side of your lower control arm (avoid ball joint removal). Take out the old assembly and do all the spring compression on the bench. Better yet, get plug and play coil-overs like the MeisterR CRDs, they're designed to use original anti-sway bars.
Thanks for the tip! And the boss wants stock, so the boss gets stock!!!
Once you mentioned something about the rear shocks being a pain I know how you fill.....I have a 1999 Porsche boxster and the fronts are pretty easy but the rear struts are a total nightmare to change.
Sounds like the same thing I went through! Not enough space!
I bought a 2008 in the mica dark green color and you are dead on about your comments. Sadly I have an automatic but I bought it because I got a GREAT price on it, it only has 71000 miles on the clock and I live in an area where I commute and go light to light so a standard would become so annoying after awhile...but I do wish it was a stick! Next Miata I will buy a stick. I am a HUGE fan of these cfars. In this car world today they are incredibly reasonable in pricing and I have never driven a different car that is SO MUCH FUN as a Miata. Do I wish it had 250 hosepower and torque??...of course...but even with roughly 160 it is still soooooo much fun to put the top down and just drive!!!!!!!!!!!!
I agree, lots of fun!
Mat, how much did you pay for the car? Looking to buy an 06 soon with 40,000 miles
Mark, just wondering what the great price you paid that you mentioned 😀
got one like yours - a 2008 that I got in 2016, same mileage (only in kilometres), same maintenance + central locking and CD player. Brilliant car, except maybe highways (too much noise).
Great cars!
i have this car / i love this car
I agree!
The NC RF gives you a great view when it is retracted so why did Miata decide to complicate things with a targa like RF setup on the ND model? Seems to me your side view on the ND would be somewhat restricted. I like the NC RF setup better.
You make getting into this car look easy. I am about the same size (5' 10) but I have to get in by putting my arse on the seat first then twisting my legs in. I have a 2014 NC. It does not have the boot isolator button. Maybe because it is U.K. spec. or perhaps they dropped this feature on later models.
That button is dumb, glad you don't have it! I am mid 40's and found the key to easy ingress/egress is top down!! Lolol
I got one of those smart top boxes so you don't have to stop to put the top up or down, it works up to 37 mph, I always hated having to stop and wait, now I can do it taking off from the driveway down the street. or cruising along
Those sound nice!!
Me as well- pricey but worth it-13’ copper red-
Sf area so top is down always👍
I agree entirely with your assessment - I have an nc1, 6 speed, lsd, strut tower brace, etc. I think the steering feel is excellent and question whether I would be equally satisfied with the steering feel in the ND. Any views from others on the comparative steering feel of the NC vs. ND would be appreciated.
That would be interesting to hear the difference
I just test drove the 2021 Mx-5 at the dealer when I got the oil change special on my NC, and it felt almost too precise. It would be very easy to over-correct in a sharp turn. I may just be a little prejudice, or that I have just gotten used to the fantastic steering of my NC, but I would never pay anything close to the sticker price of $35,000 of the ND. Besides, I abhorr the styling of the ND. No, my NC will be with me till I meet my maker.
The transmission is the same overseas RH drive. So the hump is on the driver's side. Passengers have more room
Looks nice! What % tint did you get on it?
35% legal limit
Cruising on the highway at 65 mph I get 35 mpg with my 2006 with 6 speed manual
as an nc owner having come from a civic, i am going to hurt some feelings. the car is definitely faster than my civic was. i will say that working on this thing is more of a pain than the civic was and frankly i had a more enjoyable experience in my civic from a comfort standpoint. people praise the miata for its handling, i will say coming from my civic to the miata, it feels the same. i dont know what it is about it but it doesnt give me any more confidence in cornering than the amount i had with my civic. now i can come out of the corner a lot faster than with my civic but as far as the cornering itself, same. i really dont know if it is this generation or if it is the miata as a whole. this is my first one i have owned and it the only one i have driven so who knows. maybe the nc has that reputation because it is a lot like my civic. i really dont know. good to see the opinion of someone who has driven the other models though. gives me a bit of insight
Thanks. And how long have you had your miata? The reason i ask is you may have more comfort pushing your old Civic harder than your new miata. My vette's will snap over steer if given a bit of to much throttle mid corner. The miata can't even at almost WOT. The miata s driver seat is almost perfect at telling you what the rear end is doing. Your civic may have as well, but many cars don't. The feedback in the steering wheel is great, as well as your civic might have been, but again many cars are not. In my opinion, that is what makes the miata so great and confidence inspiring. But, i dig a lot of civic SI's!!
@@maintainersgarage yea i have the 97 hx. not the best engine in there but cornering is great regardless. eventually i will k swap the thing seeing how light the car is. weight wise is about as much as the na miata and this thing while a 2 door is a 4 seat car. kind of crazy. i have had the nc for about 3 months now. not that long but enough to get a good feel for it i feel like. i should have gotten sticky tires vs the all touring i went with but it does ok. the steering in the miata is really really good though. its just the handling i cant really tell much of an improvement from the civic at all
@@orozcocris93 i totally get it. I had a newer civic base as a rental and the handling was very good. Definitely get better tires and mire seat time!! Autocross or hpde are options too! And i dig the 90's civics!
@@maintainersgarage thanks man. yea i was thinking i may track the miata one day just to see how it does. i need to do maintenance on it first though. trans fluid, rear diff fluid and power stering fluid are all old. did thermostat and brake fluid already. one day soon my friend
@@orozcocris93the Civic is FWD so it's going to feel very different getting into a Miata and trying to push it. Get some track instruction and seat time and then see what you think.
All that said, no stock Miata will ever keep up with a Civic Type R. They're fantastic machines
J ai exactement ma même 😉
You might ask the Boss if you could install a Smart Top module. This allows the top to operate while moving. Also,are her side windows tinted? They look darker than mine.
I will look into that thanks. Yep, windows are tinted
awesome review, wondering what colour that is? seems more vibrant than the storm blue mica
It is stormy blue mica. I have done paint correction/polish
I have the 2010 exact model of your car, color too, and I love it! The only difference is the 2010 model has the “Homelink” garage door opener, but I can tell you it has never worked. I too carry my extra garage door remote on me for that purpose. It’s ok. Thank you for enlightening me about the lock out switch in the trunk. I was unaware. Great review. Good sense of humor, and reality driven, no pun intended. Phil.
What is color correction polish? Do you get it at the dealer? I use F11, which does a decent job to make the blue mica pop.
Thank you!
It is using abrasive compounds and abrasive pads to correct or polish the clear coat. You end up removing super thin layers of the clear coat to remove swirl marks, water spots, etching, and other imperfections in the clear coat to make the paint look better. I used m105 and m205 and i think an orange and yellow pad with a HF machine. I did a video on it, but be warned I decided to wear some short shorts!!! Here is that link czcams.com/video/TV_HQFXeATc/video.html
i get 30mpg round town in mine!
I know nothing about MX-5, but I have committed to buy a 2009 one with just 20,313 on the clock. Expecting delivery within a couple of days. Looks great in the photos and I just had to buy it. Since then everyone has said that is going to be so much fun in bad weather conditions. Kind of scaring me a bit. Any advice would be welcomed :)
Stay on top of basic maintenance and it will be reliable and fun vehicle! If you like driving curvy roads, a good alignment helps a good bit
Hey Stephen. I hope u see this. I was wondering how much u paid 4 your car? People are asking $15000 or more for 70k, automatic 😒 with no lsd. Video mentioning $10,000 and someone in comments mentioned $8000. Do you, or anyone else reading comments, that these sellers are asking too much?
@@RadicalAwakening I paid £8000 for mine here in Scotland. The dealership had reduced the price from £9000. Very happy with it so far.
How's it treating you these days? Any maintenance items that have popped up unexpectedly? Im hopefully picking up an 06 6speed with 96k kms in a week and I wonder how their reliability is.
I have owned an 98 nb before and it left me stranded in traffic several times.
The NC miata was totaled in may 2021. Up until then it was perfect,only time it failed was a dead battery. Very reliable and ok to work on. Engine bay is a little cramped. 9.2 outta 10 would recommend!!
@@maintainersgarageoh no! What is your wife driving now?
@@belselkel she is driving a 2013 slk 350
How about rust issues? I recently almost purchased an NA in pristine condition but I live in Maine and road salt jus seems to eat them alive!
This car had no rust
I don't know why this is one of the few cars I love to see they come next to my C6 vette on the freeway they look so nice and run fast..also the 350 and 370's stupid ones I hate mustang .. Challenger...and neon srt4 ...
I agree they are a good looking car! And fun to play in the corners on the track
Can you stuff soft luggage into the space where the hardtop stows?
What's the space you can use when you let the deck raise, but leave the top up?
Can you, maybe. I will not, so I have no idea on those measurements.
You can put stuff back there when the top is up but make absolutely sure you take it out before you put the top down. It's a small area and very hard to get at.
You say you want more power. Have you done exhaust and intake??? A nice improvement. Not much more noise. Peace.
thanks, but we no longer own the car