Is it really that good?
Is it ever. Not only is the Miata one of the most exciting affordable cars to drive but it is also one of the most reliable. If ever you see one by the wayside, it has probably only run out of gas. Amyot's Miata has been on the track ever since it left the assembly line. Ten years later and nearly six figures on the odometer and it is still going very strong. This is a pure testament to this car's durability as well as its strength of character: Ten years and people still want to push it on a race track.
You should never judge anyone or anything by its looks. Yoda was short and old but you would never want to upset him. Be careful when you next cross a Miata, you might win in a straight line but stay away from the chicanes.
Good stuff:
Reliability
High resale value
Any moment spent at the wheel
Not so good stuff:
For day trippers only
Tested model:
1996 Mazda Miata with 94,000 km
Possible problem areas:
Plastic rear window, yellows and cracks
Competitors of the day:
None
Recalls:
TC # 1991014 (M.Y. 1990)
These vehicles do not comply with C.M.V.S.S. 108 - lighting. When the turn signal is switched on, both drl's are extinguished and the turn signal is activated. This mode of operation is contrary to the requirements of the standard. Subsection 16 and 19(b) (iii).
TC # 2000030 (M.Y. 1995)
Certain vehicles are prone to airbag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.
photo:Philippe Champoux
Is it ever. Not only is the Miata one of the most exciting affordable cars to drive but it is also one of the most reliable. If ever you see one by the wayside, it has probably only run out of gas. Amyot's Miata has been on the track ever since it left the assembly line. Ten years later and nearly six figures on the odometer and it is still going very strong. This is a pure testament to this car's durability as well as its strength of character: Ten years and people still want to push it on a race track.
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You should never judge anyone or anything by its looks. Yoda was short and old but you would never want to upset him. Be careful when you next cross a Miata, you might win in a straight line but stay away from the chicanes.
Good stuff:
Reliability
High resale value
Any moment spent at the wheel
Not so good stuff:
For day trippers only
Tested model:
1996 Mazda Miata with 94,000 km
Possible problem areas:
Plastic rear window, yellows and cracks
Competitors of the day:
None
Recalls:
TC # 1991014 (M.Y. 1990)
These vehicles do not comply with C.M.V.S.S. 108 - lighting. When the turn signal is switched on, both drl's are extinguished and the turn signal is activated. This mode of operation is contrary to the requirements of the standard. Subsection 16 and 19(b) (iii).
TC # 2000030 (M.Y. 1995)
Certain vehicles are prone to airbag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.
photo:Philippe Champoux
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