Alpinestars S-MX Plus Boot Yellow

Advantages: A permanent smile
Disadvantages: Small boot ( but what do you expect )

..., he haggled over a discount and fair play he stuck to his guns. But i still came away with something, A 1.8i MX5, Seperate detachable hard top, CD player, Alloy Wheels and Metallic paint all for under £18,000. The car also comes with 3 years warranty, roadside assistance and a anti perforation warranty. Also a great plus was the servoice intervals of 9,000 miles/ 1 year. The car has a top speed approaching 130 mph, and although not the quickest from 0-60 mph it was lower than the MG rover and far more comfortable than the MR2. For information im 6'3" and fit in as snug as a bug. Dont buy it if you play golf as the boot is too small. So to sum up if you want a value for money sports car i would reccomend the MX5 1.8i. 1.6i is fun but the slightly bigger engine makes far more fun HEHE.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful

Advantages: Enormous fun, great to drive, looks fantastic yet cheap to own and run
Disadvantages: Lack of space, uncomfortable on longer journeys

...can be kept low. Now 18 months and 30,000 miles later, I have to report that the MX5 has been 100% reliable, even in the depths of winter. The cabin is surprisingly warm and waterproof and the rear parcelshelf behind the driver can store more luggage than expected. The boot is small, but much larger than the new shape MR2 or the MGF. The plus points of the MX5 are obviously its driving experience. This car handles extremely well. The 1.6 engine is no power house but because you can carry more speed through the corners it always feels like you are going much faster than you are. I added a strut brace and a set of alloys and it improved on the already great handling. It is quite economical. I regularly get nearly 400 miles per tank of petrol. Petrol cost is about £30 to fill (at present prices). Not sure what the mpg is but it has... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful

Advantages: Fun! Great handling,
Disadvantages: 2 seater

...I own the original MKI MX-5 from 1996, although I know many people who own the MKII, and are looking to buy the MK III due the end of 2005. The car has changed little over the years mainly because they got the design right from the begining. A simple two seater, engine in the front boot in the back (with enough room for provisions for two for a long weekend away). The drive is incredible, the car well balanced, drives well in the city and on the motorway but really comes into its own on the twisting country lanes (Cotwolds are my favorite). Of all the current two seaters the MX-5 is still a winner, while the Lotus has greater handling and the MG the better branding (well, of yesteryear at least) the Mazda is the all rounder. The car is only the begining, behind the MX-5 name is the MX-5 family, the owners club, a friendly bunch full... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful