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#76 of 229 Re: Is Suspension Option really worth the extra cost? [brake4me1] by erics6 Sep 27, 2006 (8:16 pm)
Replying to: brake4me1 (Sep 27, 2006 6:25 pm) If you're spending the money on the grand touring, at least get the suspension package, or get premium package #1 with limited slip. You'll like the limited slip in light rain, or any slippery conditions.   $500 is a good deal for the suspension package. There are aftermarket lowering springs out there which will make your Miata handle better, but for most folks the suspension package is fine.   Me, I want a silver PRHT Sport with suspension package. Replies to this message: medic481 (Jan 06, 2009 1:30 pm) tgeen (Jan 06, 2009 5:21 pm)
#77 of 229 Re: Just bought one [rahim] by claires HOST Sep 27, 2006 (8:17 pm)
Replying to: rahim (Sep 24, 2006 8:07 pm) Congratulations, rahim! Hope to read more about your first impressions in our Mazda MX-5: New Drivers' Reports topic too
#78 of 229 Re: Is Suspension Option really worth the extra cost? [brake4me1] by rahim Sep 27, 2006 (9:35 pm)
Replying to: brake4me1 (Sep 27, 2006 6:25 pm) Brake4me,   The premium packages require the suspension package, and doesn't come with out it. One of the reasons I got the 6M was, that it was the only way to get the limited slip differential - and ofcourse that I love manual trannys! Reason enough for the suspension package.   I paid close to MSRP for mine. 28400 including the colored splash guards (don't know if I am going to use them - they are in the mail as they had to be special ordered), and wheel locks. There were a few dealers offering second stickers thousands more than MSRP, but I think I got a pretty good deal, considering I bought it over the phone the day it arrived on the lot - one of the first ones sold in Seattle. (Probably would have gotten a better deal if I had waited but the color was right, and I didn't want to lose it).   Rahim.
#79 of 229 Re: Is Suspension Option really worth the extra cost? [brake4me1] by manybmws Sep 28, 2006 (3:13 am)
Replying to: brake4me1 (Sep 27, 2006 6:25 pm) Not sure about the option package breakouts for '07 but the limited slip might be nice for rain conditions since the rears on my '06 can spin on exuberant starts. But I think that better overall tires (say a Dunlop SP MAXX) would be a better cure for your weather condition use. IMO - the OEM Michelins on my GT could be grippier even in dry conditions. I have Michelin PSs on my other car and I rarely light up the traction control. I hear the Bilsteins are a rough ride.
#80 of 229 Bought My Toy Yesterday by brake4me1 Sep 29, 2006 (7:27 am)
Decided to give in to my mid-life crisis and bought a MX-5 with retractable hard top yesterday. I got the Grand Touring package with 6 speed manual and added the suspension upgrade as an option. For $25,997 I think I did OK (before tag, tax, title, etc.)   Most dealers would not give me a price quote over the internet, so I wonder if that is due to a new model coming out or dealer price quotes are not that common over the internet? The few dealers I did see wanted to sell the MX-5 PRHT at sticker price but I found one that actually gave me a very fair offer. I don't mind waiting for early 07 to get this baby since winter time in DC is not the greatest time to have the top down on your car. Most dealers do not even have the retractable hard top model to test drive or even on the display floor. My guess is once this new 07 Miata get more press, seen on the street and highway and displayed in dealership orders will take off.   As far as I am concerned, you can't beat the price you pay for what your get. BMW, Porsche, even Nissan sports cars all cost a great deal more and even though the MX-5 is priced thousands less, the quality is still there. Now the question is will Mazda hold firm on current prices or start to raise base prices as the new car season starts to open up. Replies to this message: aviboy97 (Sep 29, 2006 8:46 am) erics6 (Sep 29, 2006 9:06 am) brake4me1 (Sep 29, 2006 12:38 pm) erics6 (Sep 29, 2006 3:38 pm)
#81 of 229 Re: Bought My Toy Yesterday [brake4me1] by aviboy97 Sep 29, 2006 (8:46 am)
Replying to: brake4me1 (Sep 29, 2006 7:27 am) Congrad's on your new hard top   I have sold my only 2 for full list. No haggling by either customer, both just happy to have the opportunity to purchase one.
#82 of 229 Re: Bought My Toy Yesterday [brake4me1] by erics6 Sep 29, 2006 (9:06 am)
Replying to: brake4me1 (Sep 29, 2006 7:27 am) Congats! About $1500 off sticker. You might find lower prices this winter as demand drops. (I assume you can cancel your order.) I've never had any problem getting Mazda's below invoice. Just have to wait a bit for initial demand to die off. Replies to this message: brake4me1 (Sep 29, 2006 12:38 pm) erics6 (Sep 29, 2006 3:38 pm)
#83 of 229 Re: Bought My Toy Yesterday [erics6] by brake4me1 Sep 29, 2006 (12:38 pm)
Replying to: erics6 (Sep 29, 2006 9:06 am) I believe my deposit check is just being held and will not be cashed out, per dealer. I think the MX-5 PRHT might actually be a good selling car for Mazda dealers since there are so few retractable hard tops on the market. I do know if you want to order one with a lot of bells and whistles you will have to wait quite a while for it to be built and shipped.   The only two draw backs I've seen (and mentioned by other members) is the poorly laid out CD storage holder in between seats and possibly coffee holders. Since I have not driven test driven the hard top version it will be interesting to see how much outside noise is reduced by the hard top versus the soft top. I'm not crazy about wind noise and I understand that might not be a problem while driving under 75 MPH. Anyway thanks for your message. Replies to this message: erics6 (Sep 29, 2006 3:38 pm)
#84 of 229 Re: Bought My Toy Yesterday [brake4me1] by erics6 Sep 29, 2006 (3:38 pm)
Replying to: brake4me1 (Sep 29, 2006 12:38 pm) I think it will be a good seller for Mazda too. Supply will catch up with demand though. Hard to say when...   My attitude about Mazda has always been... if you pay more than invoice, you're paying too much. I have two Mazda's now... they are a good car company.   Nice to see Mazda finally updated their website with 07's.
#85 of 229 Sirius Problems by manybmws Oct 02, 2006 (6:03 am)
Sirius is currently having issues broadcasting to some Mazda Sirius sat radio tuners. You will get the message "UPDATING" flash across the head units LCD panel.

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