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#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
#134 of 162 New MX-5 Owner by pipefitter May 18, 2006 (4:55 pm)
Tonight I took delivery of my new 2006 MX-5. It's a Copper Red GT with auto trans, Prem package 2, front/rear splash guards and wheel locks. MSRP for $27,934.00 and discounted to $26,056.95. Time for Zoom-Zoom Replies to this message: ateixeira (May 19, 2006 7:58 am)
#135 of 162 Re: New MX-5 Owner [pipefitter] by ateixeira May 19, 2006 (7:58 am)
Replying to: pipefitter (May 18, 2006 4:55 pm) Congrats, stick around and let us know how you like it. Mine's a '93, still running like a top.   -juice

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