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Used 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great little GoKart

mike, 06/18/2008
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car as a summer toy and alternative commuter vehicle instead of my gas guzzling SUV. I had also considered the Pontiac Solstice, but found the level of fit, finish and refinement greater in the MX-5. It's obvious that improvements in the 19 years of production put the MX-5 as the front runner of affordable roadsters. It doesn't have the performance of a Porsche Boxster, or the panache of a BMW Z4, but at less than half the price, who cares! Popping the top down in 3 seconds for the drive home on a sunny day is priceless.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

2008 Touring Hardtop 6 speed

rabbit, 01/12/2010
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I wanted a convertible & found MX5 has the package deal. Discount off MSRP was very attractive too. Fit me well (5'4"). There are after markets that sell for faster speed & other accessories...

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5 out of 5 stars

The Right Choice

John, 04/28/2009
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible w/Power Hard Top (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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We purchased the our Hunter Green PRHT new in March 2009 and we could not be happier. The exterior design is exciting, the interior is clean but not overwhelming and the driving characteristics are just plain fun. Handling is precise and she can turn on a dime and acceleration for a vehicle this size is more than adequate.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A Motorcycle with doors.

John, 05/23/2009
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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Excellent handling as it corners better than anything I have driven. Good acceleration, great mileage/design, and fun to drive! Insuring this sports car is an unexpected bargain! What more could you ask for?

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4.88 out of 5 stars

It's a Cutie!

Chris, 06/12/2008
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible w/Power Hard Top (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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Bought the car in late February in Michigan-couldn't really drive it until late March. It was torture to wait! I found out how great it handled from having to dodge all the potholes in the roads coming off of a hard winter. After years with a boring automatic, I can finally shift! Downshifting is one of my favorite things to do while in this car. I bought the dark gray hardtop. I didn't need a showier color such as red. That would've been overkill. The car alone says it all. It is understated yet boisterous. I'm driving to West Virginia in a week and can't wait to get on those winding mountain roads and see just what it can do.

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