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Used 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best Bang for the Buck.

btshephe, 05/22/2009
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible w/Power Hard Top (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

In my opinion, when you compare this car to other similar "2 seaters", you will find that the MX-5 is the overall better value for the long haul. Given the fact that this cars reliability and "fun to drive" factor is what really matters it's hard to beat the basic sport, with the power top. In this tight economy, you don't have to sacrifice basic zoom-zoom bliss.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Near Perfection

joeschmoe, 07/19/2009
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible w/Power Hard Top (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my first true sports car and have to say it's a blast to drive. Besides a small lack in power it's the perfect sports car. The stock handling and braking are superb. Fuel economy is excellent. Short gear ratios make for spirited acceleration when up to speed. Minor modifications are all that are needed to turn this thing into a track car. I took a 3k mile road trip and was still smiling when I got home. Those over 6' will have a hard time getting comfortable in this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Most fun you can have on 4 wheels

howieb, 05/07/2008
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Fun, fun, fun. The most fun car I have driven. Tested the 350Z, BMW, Altima, Accord, this is the best. And affordable! It is a 3rd car in the family with a truck and a sedan, so we could get away with a 2 seater. If you buy it it will make you smile, I keep looking for reasons to drive

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Fun drive-add inches

gary moon, 09/21/2008
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Love the exterior style, price was a major factor in purchase. Turns out the machine is a hoot to drive, I fell in love during the test drive with the zippy feel and handling. My salesman just about had a coranary while I was puttng this car through its paces. Shifting the Miata is great fun, I love torturing the transmission from red light to red light.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Most fun you can have on 4 wheels

howieb2000, 05/06/2008
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I only have it for 100 miles, but I have been looking for reasons to get behind the wheeil. I researched many cars, Accord, Altima, BMW, 350Z and this is by far the most fun and best value.

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