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- $512/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Team Gillman Mazda (806 mi away)
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$512/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,012 Due at signing
$3,012 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,923 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Houston, TX / 806 miles away from Des Moines, IA
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0650293
Stock: M250283
Listed since: 12-31-2024 - $532/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Keffer Mazda (810 mi away)(3)
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$532/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,032 Due at signing
$3,032 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,642 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Huntersville, NC / 810 miles away from Des Moines, IA
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2D Convertible 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V Jet Black Mica 6-Speed Manual 26/34 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0656028
Stock: M1924
Listed since: 06-11-2025 - $562/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Keffer Mazda (810 mi away)(3)
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$562/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,062 Due at signing
$3,062 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,747 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Huntersville, NC / 810 miles away from Des Moines, IA
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2D Convertible 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V Jet Black Mica 6-Speed Automatic 26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0655038
Stock: M1925
Listed since: 06-11-2025 - $568/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Roger Beasley Mazda Central (812 mi away)(1)
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$568/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,068 Due at signing
$3,068 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,944 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Austin, TX / 812 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Machine Gray Metallic 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V26/35 City/Highway MPG4-Wheel Disc Bra...
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM73R0609913
Stock: C2281
Listed since: 12-05-2024 - New Listing$536/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Roger Beasley Mazda Central (812 mi away)(1)
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$536/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,036 Due at signing
$3,036 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,806 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Austin, TX / 812 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Soul Red Crystal Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Manual 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16VRecent Arrival! 26/34 City/Highway MPG...
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0656173
Stock: C3613
Listed since: 06-23-2025 - New Listing$531/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Roger Beasley Mazda Central (812 mi away)(1)
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$531/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,031 Due at signing
$3,031 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,632 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Austin, TX / 812 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Aero Gray Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Manual 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16VRecent Arrival! 26/34 City/Highway MPG4-Whee...
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0656042
Stock: C3610
Listed since: 06-23-2025 - New Listing$551/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Roger Beasley Mazda South (821 mi away)(1)
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$551/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,051 Due at signing
$3,051 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,337 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Austin, TX / 821 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Deep Crystal Blue Mica 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16VRecent Arrival! 26/35 City/Highway MPG...
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0656332
Stock: S0540
Listed since: 06-25-2025 - $546/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White Pearl MicaSnowflake White Pearl Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- Mazda of South Charlotte (821 mi away)
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$546/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,046 Due at signing
$3,046 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,144 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Pineville, NC / 821 miles away from Des Moines, IA
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VIN: JM1NDAM75S0654194
Stock: 0654194
Listed since: 06-20-2025 - $532/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Mazda of South Charlotte (821 mi away)
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$532/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,032 Due at signing
$3,032 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,642 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Pineville, NC / 821 miles away from Des Moines, IA
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VIN: JM1NDAM72S0656047
Stock: 0656047
Listed since: 06-10-2025 - $574/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Mazda of South Charlotte (821 mi away)
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$574/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,074 Due at signing
$3,074 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $23,169 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Pineville, NC / 821 miles away from Des Moines, IA
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0652325
Stock: 0652325
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - $560/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Mazda of South Charlotte (821 mi away)
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$560/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,060 Due at signing
$3,060 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,670 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Pineville, NC / 821 miles away from Des Moines, IA
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0654544
Stock: 0654544
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - $547/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Mazda of South Charlotte (821 mi away)
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$547/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,047 Due at signing
$3,047 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,184 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Pineville, NC / 821 miles away from Des Moines, IA
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0654398
Stock: 0654398
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - $537/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Independence Mazda (825 mi away)(1)
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$537/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,037 Due at signing
$3,037 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,845 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Charlotte, NC / 825 miles away from Des Moines, IA
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual Jet Black Mica
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0653201
Stock: 12861
Listed since: 06-20-2025 - $538/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Dogwood Mazda (828 mi away)
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$538/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,038 Due at signing
$3,038 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,869 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Winchester, VA / 828 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Aero Gray Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand TouringDogwood Automotive of Winchester, home of Dogwood Mazda, Volkswagen of Winchester, and Volvo...
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0652277
Stock: S0652277
Listed since: 01-14-2025 - $537/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Dogwood Mazda (828 mi away)
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$537/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,037 Due at signing
$3,037 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,849 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Winchester, VA / 828 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Soul Red Crystal Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand TouringDogwood Automotive of Winchester, home of Dogwood Mazda, Volkswagen of Winchester, an...
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0654172
Stock: S0654172
Listed since: 02-10-2025 - $508/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- Dogwood Mazda (828 mi away)
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$508/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,008 Due at signing
$3,008 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,795 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Winchester, VA / 828 miles away from Des Moines, IA
Crystal Blue 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand TouringDogwood Automotive of Winchester, home of Dogwood Mazda, Volkswagen of Winchester, and Volvo Cars ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0657544
Stock: S0657544
Listed since: 06-03-2025 - $640/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black Nappa premium leather/alcantaraBlack Nappa premium leather/alcantara
- 4cyl manual
- DeMontrond Mazda (839 mi away)
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$640/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,140 Due at signing
$3,140 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,536 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Webster, TX / 839 miles away from Des Moines, IA
WARRANTY FOREVER INCLUDED!!! What is covered: Engine | Transmission | Drive Assembly, No deductible, Pays 100% of parts and labor, No maximum mileage ...
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VIN: JM1NDAL77S0657146
Stock: S0657146
Listed since: 05-23-2025 - $546/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- DeMontrond Mazda (839 mi away)
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$546/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,046 Due at signing
$3,046 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,141 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Webster, TX / 839 miles away from Des Moines, IA
WARRANTY FOREVER INCLUDED!!! What is covered: Engine | Transmission | Drive Assembly, No deductible, Pays 100% of parts and labor, No maximum mileage ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0655887
Stock: 8S0655887
Listed since: 04-25-2025 - $544/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White Pearl MicaSnowflake White Pearl Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- DeMontrond Mazda (839 mi away)
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$544/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,044 Due at signing
$3,044 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,098 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Webster, TX / 839 miles away from Des Moines, IA
WARRANTY FOREVER INCLUDED!!! What is covered: Engine | Transmission | Drive Assembly, No deductible, Pays 100% of parts and labor, No maximum mileage ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM72S0655920
Stock: S0655920
Listed since: 04-18-2025 - $510/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- DeMontrond Mazda (839 mi away)
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$510/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,010 Due at signing
$3,010 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,844 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Webster, TX / 839 miles away from Des Moines, IA
WARRANTY FOREVER INCLUDED!!! What is covered: Engine | Transmission | Drive Assembly, No deductible, Pays 100% of parts and labor, No maximum mileage ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0657591
Stock: S0657591
Listed since: 06-04-2025 - $543/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- DeMontrond Mazda (839 mi away)
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$543/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,043 Due at signing
$3,043 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,045 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Webster, TX / 839 miles away from Des Moines, IA
WARRANTY FOREVER INCLUDED!!! What is covered: Engine | Transmission | Drive Assembly, No deductible, Pays 100% of parts and labor, No maximum mileage ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0656170
Stock: S0656170
Listed since: 04-18-2025
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Consumer Reviews for the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
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Drive It Like You Stole It
scmtbdoon, 01/16/2020
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
I own a 2019 MX-5 RF. I never considered a soft top to be practical enough for my daily driver. The MX-5 isn’t really that practical (like a Mazda3 hatch), but it is practical enough - it is weather tight and holds my gear. The new 181 hp engine with 7500 rpm redline also provides broader horsepower and torque bands – and a wailing good time!
There is a reason that Porsche sells … Boxters and Caymans. They have shown there is a market for a soft and hard top version of basically the same car. Porsche has also shown there is a market for both automatic and manual transmissions in sports cars. It increases the overall sales volume and amortizes the cost of development over more units. This makes a 2 seat vehicle (that appeals to a small fraction of buyers) a more commercially viable proposition.
Mazda is trying to do the same thing, at less than half the price. And unlike the more insulated / isolated Boxter and Cayman the MX-5 can be wrung-out at less than lethal speeds.
My 2019 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring Retractable Fastback has a 6 speed automatic. It stays in automatic when traffic is stop and go. But 99% of the time I drive it in the manual shift gate for more control on curves and grades. I prefer slap-shifting the stick, but the paddles are just as fast. Stomp the gas pedal and it instantly kicks down 2 gears to pass. You can bounce it off the 7500 rpm rev-limiter and it will not shift up. It will shift down automatically – but only as the car rolls to a stop. Every up-shift is a speed shift because you never take your foot off the gas. No power pause between gears.
It looks great with the top up or down. So much control and feedback to all your senses. Bashing about on mountain 2 lane it makes you feel like you are going fast even at 45 mph.
With the top down, you hear the engine, smell the forest, feel the air rush over the car body, feel the road condition through the steering wheel, the suspension and the brakes. All responses are instantaneous, precise and linear – whether turning the steering wheel, pressing the gas pedal, down shifting or applying the brakes.
The steering is very precise, with immediate turn-in. You can place the car exactly where you want it with no steering correction. Good torque as low as 2500 rpm with great torque from about 3500 to 7000 rpm. And it sounds strong and smooth all the way to redline.
In the RF, with the top down and windows up with temperatures in the low 40s you’ll be nice and warm without a jacket or sweater.
EPA says the automatic is more gas-frugal than the manual. Professional reviewers report that 0-60 mph is only about 0.2 seconds slower than the manual – around 6.0 to 6.5 seconds depending on how much you are abusing the engine and transmission.
Head into a posted 30 mph bend at 45, down shift into 2nd gear and start applying gas as you reach the apex. No brakes, just exhaust note as the auto-box does a rev matching down shift, then momentum into apex and 3 seconds of 2nd gear acceleration before entering the next bend.
You’ll be grinning, with no hooligan stunts required – just fast (almost legal) snaking through the S-bends. You’re going 30-60 mph but it feels faster and way-more-fun than a heavier more powerful car.
At 70 mph in 6th gear with the top up the engine and tire noise are not intrusive. You can have a conversation in fairly normal tones. The head rest speakers and speed sensitive volume adjustment work quite well to deliver good sound.
As a daily driver, your size matters. At 5’-10” / 165 lbs. I am 3 notches from maximum seat travel and find the seats very comfortable and supportive – no sliding around, even without huge side bolsters. I have plenty of room for my U.S. size 9.5 feet and my knees don't touch the steering wheel, center console or door. However, at 6’-2” or 200+ lbs. you might have issues. Cockpit storage is small and not very convenient. The (extra cost) Mazda cargo net is about $40 on the web and a Rubber Maid bin from the hardware store is around $20. Both will add flexibility when finding a home for your stuff – and when quickly emptying the trunk so you can go to the supermarket for 3 bags of groceries.
The new telescoping steering wheel will help you find a good seat position. The 4.5 cubic ft. trunk is small, but deep and well-shaped. However, the opening is fairly small. Definitely take your “gear” to the dealership and give the trunk and the cockpit cubbies a fit-test when you go for a test drive.
There is no jack and no spare tire – just a compressor that runs off the car battery and injects magic goo into the tire. If you use the compressor and goo I believe you may be buying at least one new tire, and possibly a set of 4 (if the surviving 3 are visibly worn). This wake-up call from my long-time Michelin tire store. So keep your mobile phone charged and use the free 3 year Mazda roadside assistance to have the car hauled to the tire store so the flat can be patched!
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How much does it cost to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF in Des Moines, IA?
- A Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease in Des Moines, IA starts at about $508 and runs up to $639. Keep in mind that these are estimates and the prices can vary based on a number of factors such as trim level, options, down payment, and length of the lease.
How much does it cost to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Des Moines, IA?
- It costs between $508 and $639 to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Des Moines, IA. Note that these are estimates, and the pricing can change based on the vehicle's trim level, installed options, and aspects of the lease such as the down payment, money factor and the lease term.
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