1999 Mazda Miata, find out why this NB MX-5 is the ANSWER!
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- čas přidán 26. 08. 2024
- In this video I talk about why the NB Miata was the answer for me, do you own a Miata? Let me know which gen you have or did you buy something else? Do you like the name Miata or MX-5 more?
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Still drive 1999 Mazda Miata. I love it. All stock. It’s beautiful just the way it is. It was my dream car and she still is.
They are great as is, they are also fun as a blank canvas for any type of build. Mine is built for canyons and occasionally a track day. Roll bar, high temp brake fluid, track/street pad, quality coilovers that are not punishing, lightweight wheels, good set of tires, sporty exhaust but not obnoxious and that’s about it.
@@CruiseControl1 yeah that’s a perfect idea of a Miata. It is such a versatile vehicle for so many uses.
@mnal5gex Agreed, I love it for so many reasons and that is definitely one of many. I also really enjoy the Miata car community as they like to drive and not just sit and talk like some other car clubs I have been in.
@@CruiseControl1 yes! Because we are happiest when we are driving our Miata’s
@mnal5gex exactly
Everyone that has ever owned a Miata has essentially always said the same thing, no it's not fast, but it is one of their greatest experiences behind the wheel. People generally look back on it as an experience that transcends commuting. Like driving one is life altering for the soul, and they almost always regret selling it.
I find reasons to just drive because of it. No higher compliment I can give than that. Thank you for your comment.
Yes, well said!
I think after 6 years of driving one, time for something new, but it’s not my daily driver and everytime I drive it it’s like, damn, what a fun car to drive! Hard to find something that gives so much fun for the money! New ones are getting pricey these days. 😕
I get that, what are some other cars you are thinking of?
@@CruiseControl1 Just a fast hothatch, because it’s just more practical then a MX-5. But I don’t know, maybe I just have to wait for the MX-5 NE. Curious about what they are going to do with it. GR86 was on my list but it’s already sold out.
This video almost perfectly sums up how I feel about the NB Miata.
I just recently bought one and it really is a special car. Everything about it, the fact that they are affordable both for parts and the car itself, the amount of information available for DIY, and overall just the community around the Miata is just amazing. I plan to keep mine forever and possibly buy more down the road. I’m trying to learn anything I can on how to repair/upgrade these spirited little beasts.
Thanks for the video it was very well done and I hope it inspires more people to learn about these wonderful gems of history!
Thank you for sharing. I agree that the Miata community is 2nd to none in the car world. I love how this community joins up for drives and not just kick tires and talk.
For me the most important thing when buying a car is how it makes you feel when you "Just Drive."
I wish we had more small fun convertible options in the USA. I have kids. Need 4 seats. Bought an 01 VW Cabrio I adore. I’d buy an NB if it made sense. I also have owned a 92 VW GTI 16v since 99 with coilovers and love it. Fun family car is manual 15 Scion XB.
We have a green MX5 from 2000, two tone interior and wooden steering wheel. Every time we get in the car and start to drive it, it's a road trip 🙂 Our other 2 cars are Honda's 1,8. Greetings from Belgium,
Your mx5 sounds beautiful! Thank you for sharing.
The 2022 BRZ is my first RWD sportscar. Though I’m not looking to sell it the question is what is a logical next step? The answer for me likely is not anything new, it is probably a step back to an NB/NC Miata, MR2 Spyder or something similar. Something that has the remaining 20% driving connection that modern cars strip away with electric steering, stability control, torque vectoring, etc.
I could not agree with you more. I went from a beautiful Neptune Blue GR86 to this NB Miata and the biggest thing I noticed is road feel with the hydraulic steering. Not to mention shedding 500lbs of weight makes the car feel more nimble. Enjoy your BRZ as it's an amazing machine, I would say add a Miata so you can choose each day which experience you want to have. Remember Just Drive. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@@CruiseControl1 I need to do some drive homework and see if I fit better in the NB or NC. Weight is a key item. I've even begun exploring 2012 Mazda 2s for that reason, though that would be more of a daily runabout.
I have driven the Mazda 2 and for a daily it's great! As for the NC vs NB there is no wrong choice. I fit better in the NC and the retractable hardtop is enticing. I chose this NB because it's lighter, had the roll bar, came with a new top, price and how it was to drive. Best of luck in your search and let me know what you decide.
I have a 1999 it’s amazing
100% agree man!! I traded my GR86 for ND3 and I can't be happier! It's the most fun car I've owned and the cheapest to mantain!😍
I have not driven the ND3 yet, I look forward to seeing if the steering feel is really improved. Congrats on your new Miata!!!
@CruiseControl1 it has more feel than GR86 (road feel and what the front wheels are doing)👌🏻
@MiataND3 That was definitely missing in my GR86 and I look forward to testing an ND3 to feel those improvements.
Thank you. I have owned a 99 Miata since 2002. Luv it!
Congrats on over two decades with your nb1.
I was thinking of sell mine and replace it with the new Type R. But movies like this makes me change my mind… 😅 Prices of new cars are ridiculous these days.
The type r is fantastic, two different driving experiences. Find a way to own both! Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel.
i love this style of content, keep up the great work!
Thank you!
I just bought a 2000 miata 2 weeks ago that is in perfect stock condition besides the upholstery and soft-top being re-done. I love it more than I expected.
Congratulations on getting your Miata 🎉
Just picked up a 99 NB. Had a 96 NA back in the early 00s. Love these cars!
Congratulations on your new to you NB Miata.
Bought my 99 nb1 4 months ago right before winter fell upon Michigan. I’ve been itching to get her on the road collecting parts in my apartment all the while.
Congratulations on getting your Miata, hopefully it warms up soon !
I also a have an EV for a daily. It’s great for commuting and has gobs of torque and power, but for a fun day out of DRIVING nothing beats my NB Miata. I prefer NA’s, but decent ones have gotten a little pricey. You can still get a nice, clean NB for pocket change.
Absolutely an ev is fantastic for daily driving duty. I have driven every generation of Miata and while all are great in their own right I prefer the NB for me. The NC weighs a bit too much and some of the character seems missing. The ND is light again but the steering has next to no feel. The NA is great of course but I find the NB to have most of the character of the NA while having a little more power, chassis improvements and a little more modern interior.
can i still do burn outs, drifts, and performance mods im looking at mx-5 automatics im still learning
Drift yes and track driving absolutely, burnouts if you put on cheap hard economy tires
@@CruiseControl1 thank you so much hopefully i find me one the person that was gonna sell me his sold it someone else i been wanting one of these since freshman yr but never had the $$ im 20 now an just now making real money its been a search for love it feels like they are highly respected in the tennessee area
It’s a great car and I’m sure you will love it. I know you will find one soon enough, please let me know when you get yours.
@@CruiseControl1 soon as I do I got you bro maybe you can help me with a build (if not posted one already) but definitely gained a sub from me tho
If you want you can bring your car to Colorado and I will put it on my channel! I can do a live and if you have questions on what to do with your build we can talk on there. Thank you for subscribing