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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [sher2327]
by allcarsrcool
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Oct 06, 2007 (2:36 pm)
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Replying to: sher2327 (Sep 24, 2007 6:19 pm)
Basically, the engine never knows what gear to be in. So your driving experience will be very herky-jerky and it will sound confused. If it's not to late to change your order... I presume you do not know how to drive stick... otherwise you would have not ordered the auto... I suggest you get some lessons. The miata is a great car to drive in stick.
BTW... Did you test drive a car in auto? If you don't know anything about engines you may not have noticed.
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- #129 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [allcarsrcool]
by sher2327
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Oct 06, 2007 (7:24 pm)
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Replying to: allcarsrcool (Oct 06, 2007 2:36 pm)
Thanks for the info. I find it difficult to believe that for almost $30k the car will be confused. My first car was a lime green Vega 4 speed so I know how to drive a stick I just don't want to. 
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- #130 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [sher2327]
by destry
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Oct 07, 2007 (2:59 am)
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Replying to: sher2327 (Sep 24, 2007 6:19 pm)
I can share my experience with you...I have the six speed auto-matic and yes, it goes from 6th, to 5th quite a bit when climbing a small incline even on the highway. I wouldn't call it jerky because it's a mooth change in gears, but yes, it does drop to 5th gear quite a bit..I think they should have stuck with the 5 speed auto instead. I sometimes manually change gears for the fun of it and it gives you 3 more horses under your hood. So, yes, your automatic will change gears qite often! I still LOVE it! It doesn't bother me because it's so smooth and sporty.
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- #131 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [sher2327]
by destry
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Oct 07, 2007 (3:04 am)
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Replying to: sher2327 (Oct 06, 2007 7:24 pm)
I like the six speed automatic regardless of what gear it goes into. Yes, it does drop from 6th gear to 5th quite often. It's underpowered in 6th gear. It will go from 6th gear to 5th gear even on a small incline on the highway. I still prefer it over the stick. With the automatic, you get both w/o the clutch! Zoom-Zoom
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- #132 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [destry]
by sher2327
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Oct 07, 2007 (8:11 am)
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Replying to: destry (Oct 07, 2007 2:59 am)
Thanks for the info. I figured it would be smooth and not jerky. As long as the engine works like any other car I've had I really don't care how the internal stuff works. I have an SUV and know I don't like how they handle. It's like you step on the gas then a few seconds later it kicks in and then you are stepping on the break to slow it down. Never had an SUV before this year and will be selling it as soon as the MX-5 arrives! 
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- #133 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [destry]
by wilzap
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Oct 08, 2007 (6:57 am)
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Replying to: destry (Oct 07, 2007 3:04 am)
I also have the 6 speed auto, and I have been a stick fanatic but I have to admit that I love it,I got 27.9 mph with my first tank and I wasn't easy on it,I think they are geared for gas mileage, but when I use the manual auto Its a blast, just have to get used to downshifting,I have never noticed any problems when it goes through the gears
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [kking40]
by erics6
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Oct 08, 2007 (3:23 pm)
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Replying to: kking40 (Sep 19, 2007 1:29 pm)
I wouldn't worry. The auto in the new Miata is fine. Sure, it's a small displacement engine so it's going to shift more. I'm old-school, so I'll stick with the stick. For most people, the auto will be fine.
I did hear a new one the other day that was having problems starting. Long time cranking. Finally started and ran rough for a minute. That would worry me a bit since the car looked almost brand new. I'm not a big fan of any cars first year or two. At least when I buy used I know if there are any known issues, since the car has been around for some time. Even Miatas have some minor issues.
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- #135 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [wilzap]
by destry
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Oct 09, 2007 (4:19 am)
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Replying to: wilzap (Oct 08, 2007 6:57 am)
That's great you've never noticed the changing of gears in the 6 speed auto
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- #136 of 226
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [destry]
by wilzap
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Oct 09, 2007 (6:41 am)
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Replying to: destry (Oct 09, 2007 4:19 am)
Never noticed anything as it goes through all the gears,it will only use 6th gear when hitting 35 to 40 mph and when in 5th or 6th when I jump on it,it jumps to 3rd without any hesitation,it seems to respond very well.I was a little worried how it would be before I took delivery but my bro-in-law who races Mazda's told me not to worry this tranny is very sweet.so far so good
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Re: 06 MX-5 Mechanical Problem [wilzap]
by ateixeira
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Oct 09, 2007 (8:47 am)
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Replying to: wilzap (Oct 09, 2007 6:41 am)
I'm sure 6th is a tall gear for economic highway cruising.
Plus, more shifting is normal given you have more ratios, especially if your previous car only had a 4 speed.
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