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#124 of 162 New Miata Owner by kidchellin Apr 15, 2006 (10:06 pm)
We just purchased our first Miata, 1994 MX5 73K miles,one owner, Laguna Metallic Blue, black top, cloth interior, very sweet car. I like the improvements in the94s like 1l.8L and the passenger air bag. I like the sound of this car. I have successfully made the transition from loyal MG fan since 1964 to the Miata! It rained hard on us today in Seattle, this car does not leak. This is a miracle in itself for an MGer. This must be some stage of development in the human develop books! Love this car and are licensing it as MGADA. Looking forward to this community and some good weather. vicki
#125 of 162 Re: JP [jputput] by ateixeira Apr 18, 2006 (1:00 pm)
Replying to: jputput (Apr 15, 2006 3:15 pm) I'd try a junk yard. It would probably cost a fortune from a Mazda dealer.   Sorry, auto recylcer.   vicki: welcome to the boards.   -juice Replies to this message: jputput (May 13, 2006 4:42 am)
#126 of 162 Right Time for A Wrong Car? by winh Apr 21, 2006 (8:00 pm)
When is the right time for a "wrong" car? By that, I mean an impractical car. When I was in high school, I was told that it would be impossible to insure me on a two-seater convertible... so I bought a 1989 Chevy Celebrity. Granted, a lemon. After that, I inherited my father's 1989 Chevy Blazer (I must admit, in the raging early 90's, that thing was a blast), for graduation I scrounged enough money up for a 1999 Blazer (which I took on an 18,000 mile road trip after college). However, I think it's time for something completely impractical ie.Mazda Miata. However, everyone keeps telling me to hold off. What am I holding off for? Would it be more practical when I have kids? When I am retired? When straight-shifts are a thing of myths and legends? When do you know when you are ready for a completely impractical sports car? Replies to this message: ateixeira (Apr 24, 2006 7:27 am)
#127 of 162 Re: Right Time for A Wrong Car? [winh] by ateixeira Apr 24, 2006 (7:27 am)
Replying to: winh (Apr 21, 2006 8:00 pm) To be quite frank, the best time to own a Miata is when you can afford to own and maintain a two-car fleet. Or, if you're part of a couple, 3 cars for the 2 of you.   As great as it is for some things, it's horribly impractical for others. Having a backup car means I can drive in the snow, take my kids around, tow a trailer, and do all kind of stuff with my other vehicle.   When you can afford that, even 2 used vehicles, then go for it.   FWIW, I put about 6k miles on the Miata per year, and about 9k miles on my Forester. I have kids, but that ought to tell you how often I get rain/snow or just need the extra space. Usually I try to drive the Miata whenever I can, but it's still less than half of my total miles.   -juice
#128 of 162 1st Mita Purchase Help by donwillrtp Apr 29, 2006 (3:08 pm)
Replying to: KarenS (Apr 23, 2001 10:11 am) I am thinking about purchasing a Mazda Mita Mx-5 06 or older model. I do a lot of highway driving from North Carolina to Georgia at least 3 times a year and sometimes to the Washington DC area. I understand that the older Mitas drone on the highway and are not very comfortable on long highway runs. Would you recommend purchasing the 06 Mita or a older model?   Thanks DonwillRTP Replies to this message: ateixeira (May 01, 2006 6:43 am) manybmws (May 10, 2006 4:57 pm)
#129 of 162 Re: 1st Mita Purchase Help [donwillrtp] by ateixeira May 01, 2006 (6:43 am)
Replying to: donwillrtp (Apr 29, 2006 3:08 pm) The models kept getting refined gradually. In my opinion, the 01 model I tested was almost tamed too much, it just was less visceral feeling than the original (I have a '93, it feels more open).   Definitely I would say for you the newer the better. It still won't be a good long-distance cruiser, but the 06 even has more legroom and width to add comfort.   -juice
#130 of 162 Re: 1st Mita Purchase Help [donwillrtp] by manybmws May 10, 2006 (4:57 pm)
Replying to: donwillrtp (Apr 29, 2006 3:08 pm) Just bought a 2006 Grand Touring - no options beyond the base. It is very quiet for a ragtop on the Interstates. And the seats and seating position are pretty darn good. I think it just depends on your tolerance and how much you are going to drive. I do feel safer in a bigger vehicle on crowded Interstates (especially in a driving rain) but that is not to fault the Mazda - it is what it is!
#131 of 162 '99 MX-5 by mazdaman3 May 12, 2006 (6:28 pm)
I'm looking to trade in my '01 Protege for something, and I found a '99 Miata with 17,000 miles on it that I'm thinking about. I live with my parents and commute to school and work, and I can borrow their car when/if I need to. I live in Indiana, and it only snowed 3 times this year, I'm thinking winter driving wouldnt be too bad. It needs new tires, I'm thinking about Bridgestone Blizzak LM-18 winter tires. Any thoughts on running Winter tires year round? Any other tires, tips or warnings in general that I should know about? Thanks for your help. Replies to this message: ateixeira (May 16, 2006 8:41 am)
#132 of 162 Re: JP [ateixeira] by jputput May 13, 2006 (4:42 am)
Replying to: ateixeira (Apr 18, 2006 1:00 pm) Thanks ! I did try a 'junk yard' in Piedmont, Ala. (Fagan's) Had it painted and installed by a friend that has a body shop. Great job !! (mirror 40.00- install 20.00)= $60.00 Putput
#133 of 162 Re: '99 MX-5 [mazdaman3] by ateixeira May 16, 2006 (8:41 am)
Replying to: mazdaman3 (May 12, 2006 6:28 pm) For 3 snows a year, you may even get by with all-seasons.   I would not run winter tires year-round, you give up a lot of traction in the dry and even in the rain.   Try Falken Ziex 512s, I have those and they're a great all around tire for not much money. CR listed them as a Best Buy.   -juice

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