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Used 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Consumer Reviews

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Mazda Miata 1999

theladyq, 02/11/2018
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned this car since Mazda beefed up the exterior to add more "muscle" to its look in 1999 - that is almost 20 years ago. All I can say is that my car is still fun to drive (I tell people: "I don't run errands, I drive my car to get things done.") I just put $2,000+ into repairs that were needed. My take: This car doesn't owe me anything, and it's still fun to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Hard to find any competition for this car!

Phil y, 08/24/2016
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

If you want a simple car, purchase a Miata NA or NB. They are very easy to maintain and parts of all kinds are easy to find. If you enjoyed British cars from the 60's then you will love this Miata!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Bulletproof Fun!

MichaelJ3D, 03/07/2005
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased this car for the fun factor and it has delivered! I have owned several sports cars in the past and this one is by far the most fun (and reliable). I bought the car with high miles after talking to my local Mazda dealership and they told me mileage is not a issue and they were right. I've had it for a year now with no problems. I drive it daily and grow to love it more each day. This car doesn't disappoint!

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5 out of 5 stars

STILL RUNNING STRONG AT 175k MILES!

Roll Tide!!, 12/05/2008
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My Miata has been a "blast" to drive! I drive an average of 900 miles a week! The Miata has NEVER let me down! No engine work or transmission work! Change the oil and filter every two weeks at approx. 2000 miles. Super car!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Sad to see her go

Ryan, 06/30/2005
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary 2dr Convertible
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Never before had I had an emotional attachment to a vehicle. The Miata is not particularly fast, but fast enough with power to spare in 6th gear at 80mph, tops out (rev limited) somewhere beyond that. Power curve on the engine starts pulling at about 3000 rpm and doesnt stop til well over 6000 - engineers call it "jerk" (dA/dT for the nerds), such that you feel it pushing you into the seat in every gear. Mazda put VVT for wider torque the 2000+ cars, and IMHO, messed up the jerk curve. In 5 years of pushing the traction limits, I had only one mechanical problem; an electronic switch in the transmission was fixed under warranty. Traded the car in for a 4WD, I miss driving the Miata.

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