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Used 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best car I've owned so far.

nando, 01/28/2003
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is the most amazing car I've ever owned. It is fun to drive, looks great, and is just the right size. I'll be the first to admit that they could have made the car slightly longer and given us a little more leg room and a slightly bigger trunk. However, aside from minor things, this car is just about perfect. I think the car is powerful enough to deliver great performance. It is a little engine, debatably under-powered, but it does pack a great punch. Unfortunately you have to rev the engine pretty high to get that power.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

1999 Red Miata

Vizsla, 07/12/2003
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is the best built, tightest car I have owned. I am very glad I went with the Gen II ('99 and later) Miata for the more horsepower and better lines/style. It has been extremely reliable just like the reviews said. It is fun to drive. Used to own a Gen II RX7. This car may not be as fast, but is better built, handles better, and drives like a classic sports car.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

'99 MX-5, CONV,LTHR

Mole, 11/01/2002
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Its obvious-fun car to drive. Needs more ummph off the line. High RPMs while fwy driving (4k@73mph) 6th gear should be OD. Economical (30mpg). Great build quality. Image?-everyone has an opinion when you buy this car ("mid-life crisis?" or gender specific pre-concieved notions as to ownership...could be regional?). Tight handling. Minimal trunk space. Useless cupholders. Roll bar should be option. Short throw shifter is A+. Overall great car. No regrets - Buy this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car

ITO, 09/09/2003
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great car to drive. A little slow out the gate but otherwise quick. Tight, responsive steering is a joy to drive. With the top down I was suprised people still had to ask what kind of car was I driving. Design is still fresh after all these years. Would deffinately purchase another.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Return to Fun

Joe B, 09/02/2003
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Among others, I have owned and driven a Sprite, Healy 3000, MGCGT (MGB with Healy engine), '79 Supra, ‘88 Supra, (which cornered like it was glued to the ground). None surpassed the fun of the Mazda. Only my Healy was as enjoyable. This car is a true sports car in every sense. I drive it daily, and even at 59 I still enjoy the thrill. Top up or down, the drive is a joy. Top down in the evenings is my favorite here in Austin TX. If you gotta drive, might as well enjoy it.

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