2006 Mazda MX-5

Rating from Old Mustang owner

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Had a Mustang for over 20 years but didnt get it out much. Decided to sell the Mustang and get a convertible we have been talking about for a long time. Didnt need any back seats because the kids are all grown up. We looked at the Solstice but the trunk was way to small and the selling prices are much higher for what you get. Found a great deal on a Miata. Should have done this a long time ago. The Miata is so much more fun to drive than the old Mustang. It handles great and just as quick as the old V8 Mustang. We were amazed how quiet the Miata is with the top down. You can hear the passenger talk without yelling. You dont feal the wind even at high speeds. The Miata will make you feel like a kid again. Dont wait."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Michigan Miata Guy

(3)
Comfort:		2 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		1 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Mechanically, the car is excellent. Mine has the 6 speed manual, and it's smooth as silk. I opted for the sport package, and got the suspension upgrades. I absolutely love the car. I've owned it for about 6 years now. It was my daily driver when I lived in Los Angeles. Now that I've moved back to Michigan, it's stored in the winters. The engine is fantastic, and more has very good power for this chassis. The brakes are excellent, and the car stops in very short distances. It corners like it's on rails. What's bad about it? Mazda used extremely low quality materials for the interior. It has less than 34,000 miles on it, and the driver's seat has developed at split in it from wear. Contrast that to my Honda products that had over 200k on them when I traded them in, and the interior looked perfect. I rated it low for comfort, but it's a Miata, if you're looking for comfort, you'd probably select a different car anyway."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Dave

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"This 2006 Miata MX-5 lives up to it's reputation "Most fun factor" - besides handling the country roads in the Applegate Valley of SW Oregon as well as any of the more costly sports cars. Reliability is unsurpassed and the saddle leather interior fits like a glove even for someone 6'1". Can't go wrong with this car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from MX-5 enthusiast

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I bought this car with less than 30,000 miles on it. With the manual 6 speed I averaged over 32 mpg on a 400 mile weekend trip. It shifts effortlessly. The sixth gear could be a little higher to reduce rpms at 75 mph and improve mpg. Excellent cornering-feels like tires glued to the road. Manual convertible top better than electric because it takes about 5 seconds to lower. Quite noisy with top up. Passenger window leaks where top folds. Difficult to get in and out of. Seats could have more side support. I forgive all its faults since it is the best sports car for the price."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from swanee

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Great car for the money. A blast to drive. My girlfriend and I took it for our first roadtrip, has plenty of trunk room and did great as far as mpg"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Toy car

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"This is a fun car to drive and ride. It gets excellent mileage, appears reliable, great apperance, etc I do not drive on a regular basis and will probable keep it in the garage most of the winter. I would like to join a Miata club if I could locate one."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Gary

(5)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I originally had a 2000 Miata SE and loved it but it was a bit to small for my 6'3" frame. I sold it and bought a larger new body style 2006 Miata 3rd Generation Limited. It fits. I love this car. It's fast, handles great and is a eal head turner especially with its Velocity Red special paint and chrome lughage rack. I bought it on Cars.com and was very happy with the transaction."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Seabreeze

(5)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Rides a little rough, kind of like a go-kart but is extremely fun to drive. Great gas mileage-22 in the city! I have driven on the highway but not checked mileage yet. A pleasure on the highway although the seats do tend to get a little hard after a couple of hundred miles!! A little noisy with the top down but much better than I expected with top up. Bose speakers are great but the radio itself leaves a little to be desired. Mazda says you can put 3 carry-on sized suitcases in the trunk but I can't figure out how they did it! I met a man who put a supercharger on his but I don't understand why, this car has more power for a four cyl. than I will ever need. This is a great little two-seater and I fully recommend it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from will

(5)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Top drop easiest design ever! Slick shifting, awesome cornering and willing engine. For the money, I challenge anyone to list a better sports car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Chuckster

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Found my car in Santa Fe. If I were to special order a new MX-5, this would be it. Absolutely worth it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun