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Replying to: mazdaman3 (May 12, 2006 6:28 pm) 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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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 
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Replying to: pipefitter (May 18, 2006 4:55 pm) -juice |
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Hi peeps I might be looking for a car soon. I want something enjoyable to drive, always been a fan of light, simple sports cars. My dad built a Lotus 7 kit car quite a while ago and learnt the thrill and benefits of a lightweight car. MX-5's are like a modern day example of a seven possibly more like an Elan but more reliable, practical and affordable. That is why I like them but I dont know if it would be practical for me. I am 24 years old, single but I live in ...Cleveland. I dont know if a MX-5 could handle the snow. I have driven in snow quite a bit in Columbus and here with front wheel drive vehicles mainly and once with a rear wheel drive pick up in some heavy snow, it seems it is all about technique and finesse. I would probably have to get a hardtop for the winter, do they have defrosters, cause that would be essential. Also, luggage/space capacity. I don't often take a lot of things with me. Can you get by as a single person with the hauling capacity it has? I guess I just want to know if anyone here has an MX-5 as their only vehicle and if they do, can they survive in a cold place with the car?
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Replying to: craig24 (May 25, 2006 7:49 am) Sure, you can put snow tires and get a model with a rear limited-slip diff, but you're still a sitting duck for gigantic SUVs with overconfident drivers behind the wheel to crush when they (often) misjudge safe travel speeds. No way, no how. When there is even a dusting of snow, my Miata stays parked. Why else? Lack of comfort, it's tight in there. It get very tiring on long distances. Noise, too, and the 90-93 hard top is actually no more quiet than a soft top because it's not lined, so don't count on that to help, either. I guess you could rent a car or truck if you needed more, but I'd only do that if I were in a region that rarely if ever got any snow at all. Best of luck. Consider getting a beater Subaru, they complement each other *perfectly*, thriving in the exact opposite conditions. -juice |
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Hey everybody. I just bought a '99 Miata yesterday  ! It's in almost perfect condition, the tan leather on the drivers seat is a little worn though. It's not bad now, but I want to keep it that way. There's a couple cracks in it, fairly minor, about an inch or two long, and a worn spot on the left side bolster. The passenger seat is just about as good as the day it came out of the factory. Any suggestions or tips? The top is also in good shape, but i'd like to keep it that way too, anything you guys suggest to keep it from getting aged and brittle? Thanks for your help.
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Replying to: mazdaman3 (Jun 01, 2006 1:39 pm) Wash the top regularly with a soft wash mitt and mild detergents. Try to keep it clean, regularly. I bought mine used, and it was "stained" with dirt, even a tooth brush and spray detailer could not get it clean. I eventually replaced the whole top. When it snows, use a brush to get the snow off your top. Never, ever, use a scraper, it'll go right through!  The top gets brittle, so don't even hit the window or try to shake off any ice. For the leather, mine has a few wrinkles (it's a '93) but it's in good enough shape that I have not had to get the specialized cleaners/conditioners. Maybe try one of those. Lastly - put the top up at night. Even if you have a garage, you want to keep the vinyl stretched out to prevent wrinkles, creases, and eventually cracks. Zoom Zoom. -juice |
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Hi- Bought a 2006 MX5 3rd Edition LE(#469) in January and have about 900 miles on it now 6 months later! Only waxed it 3 times so far! Love the Velocity Mica Red paint job. Only drive it on warm sunny days, but thatīs going to change. Love the car, but in spite of driving stick for about 45 years, the shifting doesnīt feel quite right. Iīm going to check on that with the dealer to see it thatīs normal. Soon, we will use the MX5 to tour the USA. Maybe Europe too, if anyone knows about such a thing and could advise me. Anyway, my main questions are: I need to be able to take more luggage with us than will fit in the trunk. I see a trunk mount rack for the 2006 in the Moss catalog. Does anyone know if it is any good, and will it damage the paint? Secondly, I was thinking of using a bra to protect the paint while on trips - but taking it off when not traveling. Is it easy to get these on and off frequently. Any reason why not to do it? Any guidance would be appreciated. Thanks, Fred
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Replying to: KarenS (Apr 23, 2001 10:11 am)
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