What are your thoughts on the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF? I was always a hater, but after driving the car, I've completely changed my mind about this car. Very fun.
Only con is the cargo capacity. Im on the waitlist for an RF as well. Perfect second car that i dont mind beating and driving like i stole it. Handling + convertible for a good price is 🔥. Better to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.
I can agree with that last sentence. Just something about that car was so much fun to drive. I was actually pleasantly surprised by the cargo space in the trunk. Was able to do my normal grocery shopping trip and everything fit. Barely, but it all fit. I do wish it had just a little more space on the inside. My head was in about an inch from the ceiling.
I have a 2019 RF in Fairbanks Alaska. Very reliable. Very efficient. Turns in 40 mpg. Handles deep snow and -40 without issue. Sitting in basically a cockpit, it's very warm. Couldn't be happier. Good little car.
@@TheCenterLineAuto Summer time, quite often. Gets hot, and it's nice. Winter time, I'll take my mom out to see the Aurora. Drop the top when parked. Thermostat is set for like 200. And the lines for the heater core come practically straight from the block. So it's very warm if you blast the heat and turn the heated seats on max. We most recently watched at -33f for 30 mins.
That’s awesome. I always wondered how a convertible would do in a place like Alaska. Maybe one day I’ll make my way up there and see for myself. I had a lot of fun with the car. A little cramped for me at 6’ tall but still really fun to drive.
@@TheCenterLineAuto Depends on your build. I'm also 6' tall. Fits me like Cinderella's slipper. Didn't adjust a thing. You should! It's worth a visit. Anywhere there's a road, there's a worthy drive.
You really didn't have trouble with deep snow with how low this sits? We just got Mazda 3 Hatch, and were worried for our first winter here in Alberta. Seeing your comment gives me hope we can drive this around with ease, with winter tires ofc.
I like the look of the RF more, but yeah if performance is your primary concern, then the soft top wins. The hard top is heavier and prevents you from installing a roll bar. I have an RF tho cuz i’m not taking it to the track or anything
Purchased a brand new 2017 Miata RF GT leftover in 2018 and owned it for 4.5 years. Stickered for $34,000 but I bought it for $29,000. In 2022 at the height of the used car pricing madness, I sold the car for $27,000 with only 12,000 miles on it and in flawless condition. I've owned a 2006 Mercedes SLK 280 hardtop roadster and a 2009 Audi TT-S softop roadster, both new. The Miata was as nice as the Mercedes, and more reliable than both prior roadsters, especially the Audi. I'd buy another Miata RF without hesitation.
I was initially sold on the RF but then after a little investigation, it’s the soft top for me for numerous reasons however, the RF is better looking with the roof up. Either one is great but it’s the soft top for the win.
I have installed automatic closing windows and roof via the key fob, not without difficulties though, maybe its my battery or that I choose 2 click on the key fob for booth the window and the roof?
The RF models would be way cooler if they didn't have even less storage than the soft top. Then again, storage isn't exactly what most people are looking for tiny sports cars lol
I have a 2019 RF, came from a 2014 NC and the old Miata had more room inside for sure. There’s 2 less compartments and its cramped for the passenger. No regrets buying this car tho!
Looks like the RF starts at $37k for a new 2024 build. Personally, I’m a firm believer in buying cars that are 2-3 years old so that you don’t take a massive hit on depreciation.
Funny you mention that. I just picked up a 2015 NC with the power retractable hard top, so I get the full convertible experience with the practicality of the hard top! This ND put me onto Miata’s but the NC sold me on buying one, even though it’s the boat of the generations 😂
@@zantoz1212 I mean... 250 lbs. is a lot lol. I do understand, its just personally I believe Miata's should be as simple as possible and minimalist. I do agree it is a good car though.
@@Shaheer4771 I do agree they should be super light. But I'm glad they made it available as a hard top cause I've seen enough 8yr old soft tops falling apart. And especially in LA and SF bums with knives cut em and find a new sleeping bed. Hard top was just better for me as a daily driver and for safety. I also got the automatic so I'm definitely not a Miata Purist but as my first one I'm definitely a believer in the brand and car.
@@Shaheer4771 so glad I ditched my love for mini Coopers cause my Miata is just a joy to drive and even went off roading a weekend ago to get to a hot spring by Lone Pine, CA and there was mudslides and rain and it was exhilarating. For science you can drive 30+mph top down in the rain. Can confirm 🤣
Idk what other people are on about but the boxster has always been an awesome car. I like the Caymans myself but the new ones are just not quite as pretty as the older ones. They look like they took a little too much inspiration from the pista.
@@TripedalTroductions i think its a matter of wanting one but the ones that are obtainable are already broken or neglected so seem.lile total pos. Same thing plagues bmw and mercedes.
What are your thoughts on the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF? I was always a hater, but after driving the car, I've completely changed my mind about this car. Very fun.
Only con is the cargo capacity. Im on the waitlist for an RF as well. Perfect second car that i dont mind beating and driving like i stole it. Handling + convertible for a good price is 🔥. Better to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.
I can agree with that last sentence. Just something about that car was so much fun to drive. I was actually pleasantly surprised by the cargo space in the trunk. Was able to do my normal grocery shopping trip and everything fit. Barely, but it all fit.
I do wish it had just a little more space on the inside. My head was in about an inch from the ceiling.
Same here… most fun for the money out there!
@@TheCenterLineAuto I golf, scuba, and do practical shooting so I need more space especially when someone is with me.
Best Sports Car Ever made‼️
Miata makes the most reliable folding hardtop. and nobody can't beat the price of the car either. long live the Miata!
But then realistically it’s the only small sports car left.
@@jammiedodger7040 There is the fiat spider. Which has identical interior but smaller motor and down on hp.
@@jammiedodger7040Toyota 86 is still small just not quite as small as that
The most reliable folding hard top. . .SC430
hell id buy one if it was a hybrid
I have a 2019 RF in Fairbanks Alaska. Very reliable. Very efficient. Turns in 40 mpg. Handles deep snow and -40 without issue. Sitting in basically a cockpit, it's very warm. Couldn't be happier. Good little car.
How often do you drive with the top down up there?
@@TheCenterLineAuto Summer time, quite often. Gets hot, and it's nice. Winter time, I'll take my mom out to see the Aurora. Drop the top when parked. Thermostat is set for like 200. And the lines for the heater core come practically straight from the block. So it's very warm if you blast the heat and turn the heated seats on max. We most recently watched at -33f for 30 mins.
That’s awesome. I always wondered how a convertible would do in a place like Alaska. Maybe one day I’ll make my way up there and see for myself.
I had a lot of fun with the car. A little cramped for me at 6’ tall but still really fun to drive.
@@TheCenterLineAuto Depends on your build. I'm also 6' tall. Fits me like Cinderella's slipper. Didn't adjust a thing.
You should! It's worth a visit. Anywhere there's a road, there's a worthy drive.
You really didn't have trouble with deep snow with how low this sits? We just got Mazda 3 Hatch, and were worried for our first winter here in Alberta. Seeing your comment gives me hope we can drive this around with ease, with winter tires ofc.
Top down is more whimsical which I do 90% of the time. Top up makes it feel like a seriously planted sports car.
The new mx 5 rf is my dream car. What a beast😈🔥
A brilliant sports car.
I will get my hands on this car. I will own one ❤
Yes
Very popular in Japan! （Japanese name is Roadster）CX-5,Mazda3 too!
Thanks Hiroshima for making my dream car 😊
what other cars are popular currently in japan
@@elenchus Thankyou for comment.
Venza,Civic,Xtrail,etc
@@田舎民ドライブプジョー耐久性I see cargo passenger vans are also popular what’s the deal with that?
@@田舎民ドライブプジョー耐久性also I see a lot of brz and gt86 too
I walked past one of these today now they’re all down my timeline 😂
I prefer the soft top personally but gorgeous nonetheless. The tech is great
I like the look of the RF more, but yeah if performance is your primary concern, then the soft top wins.
The hard top is heavier and prevents you from installing a roll bar.
I have an RF tho cuz i’m not taking it to the track or anything
I just got this same car last week. Yay me!!!!!
I LOVE mine !!
I want one badly!
Me too.
Such a cute and fun car
Purchased a brand new 2017 Miata RF GT leftover in 2018 and owned it for 4.5 years. Stickered for $34,000 but I bought it for $29,000. In 2022 at the height of the used car pricing madness, I sold the car for $27,000 with only 12,000 miles on it and in flawless condition. I've owned a 2006 Mercedes SLK 280 hardtop roadster and a 2009 Audi TT-S softop roadster, both new. The Miata was as nice as the Mercedes, and more reliable than both prior roadsters, especially the Audi.
I'd buy another Miata RF without hesitation.
I just bought a NC PRHT and absolutely love the car. It’s seriously one of the most fun cars I’ve driven.
That top transformation is VERY reminiscent of Cadillac's XLR.
FLAWLESS!!!!!
Ummm... I've owned both XLR and MX5. The folding mechanism of the XLR is completely different. The entire trunk lid raises and tilts down
the s2000 needed this!
Miata baby 😊
That looks cool!
I have that exact car, love it
me too!!!
The new s2000 will have this
13 Gennaio Roma 👑
Now you make me regret getting the Cx-50 😅
Other car the cx60 and other car the Miata!!!!! 😮😮😮
How do you do that without sitting in the driver's seat holding down the button?
Prolly the key fob mod from flyin miata
I was initially sold on the RF but then after a little investigation, it’s the soft top for me for numerous reasons however, the RF is better looking with the roof up. Either one is great but it’s the soft top for the win.
Curious what the reasons are? Do you get more headroom with the soft top?
Super engoneering skills
Don't know why they didn't just make a hard top version
porque deben seguir siendo roadster, es la marca personal de los mx5 , tracción trasera, biplaza, y descapotables.
Just got my miata 2023 2 months ago. Love everything except camera. Anyone know how to roof up and down using fob key. Thanks
I need one, I was looking for a honda s2000, but that I will add it laiter now I need this one
We need more transformer cars. Maybe a robot that flies.
Wauuuuuu!!!, Con Alemania por el medio, Y luego qué!?
Faster to pull the manual roof then electronic.
But how do u fit the roll bar?
Magnifique
Still enclosed when open, much refer the soft top
I kinda like it
I have installed automatic closing windows and roof via the key fob, not without difficulties though, maybe its my battery or that I choose 2 click on the key fob for booth the window and the roof?
Wait for ONE seal to go bad and start leaking rain, and watch your repair bill skyrocket
From experience or simply conjecture?
How much weight does that add to the convertible?
The RF models would be way cooler if they didn't have even less storage than the soft top. Then again, storage isn't exactly what most people are looking for tiny sports cars lol
I have a 2019 RF, came from a 2014 NC and the old Miata had more room inside for sure. There’s 2 less compartments and its cramped for the passenger. No regrets buying this car tho!
I just bought a NC last month! 2015 Club PRHT. Absolutely love that car. Have the feeling I’ll be holding onto it for a very long time.
@@TheCenterLineAuto congrats! I feel like if I had the PRHT i would have kept mine longer. But i made do with NY winters for 5 years. Enjoy your ride!
@bcoconuts thanks! Another added bonus that comes with buying a Miata is the awesome community around it. Y’all some awesome people.
Me fascina el Jaguar boxter 1959
Which year model is it?
Omg CarXdrifts Musik
Lousy camera work, beautiful car, mine is the NC. Love the hardtop, full convertible.
Nicee i have the exact rf and color vedy similar but my seats are red thats the only different
If you drive it , you will buy it.
Ehm. I may or may not have bought a NC 🤫
Presio del masda mk5 modelo 2017 americano nuebo de ajensia americana
Should have showed how the back looks at with top fully down... visibility with top down, not just the process.
Uys 😮 elegante
Vay6 effsaaneee
How much does these miata cost
Looks like the RF starts at $37k for a new 2024 build. Personally, I’m a firm believer in buying cars that are 2-3 years old so that you don’t take a massive hit on depreciation.
@@TheCenterLineAuto I just want to own a second hand miata not bad condition the miata MX-5 personally I like it
@user-tq4ys6xj9w if I had to guess, I’d say you could probably get an ND gen RF in the upper teens to low 20s now if you’re in the US.
Why does it say "NC Hard Top"? That's an ND
I love ir
I only ❤ God and my family.
They should call a MX5.
Complicated T Top
I like the car, but I prefer a true convertible without that structure sticking up....like the 2015 RHT....Wonder why Mazda didn't go that route......
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海外製やと、やっぱ馬力とか上がってるんかい
Cobra 1960
RF looks nicer but doesn’t get full experience of convertible as soft top
Funny you mention that. I just picked up a 2015 NC with the power retractable hard top, so I get the full convertible experience with the practicality of the hard top! This ND put me onto Miata’s but the NC sold me on buying one, even though it’s the boat of the generations 😂
hirochi ccf irl
Drunk camera operator?
La miata mx5 è nata Spider, e così deve rimanere
There’s just too much stuff going on for not enough open space.
daaamn technology, you're very scary
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who said transformers arent real?
Прелесть в ней только то что объем 2 литра. А так с мягкой пизже
I don't personally like it. It adds weight.
Only like 250lbs. Really doesn't affect the handling much unless you're a track racer and really need as much removed as possible.
@@zantoz1212 I mean... 250 lbs. is a lot lol. I do understand, its just personally I believe Miata's should be as simple as possible and minimalist. I do agree it is a good car though.
@@Shaheer4771 I do agree they should be super light. But I'm glad they made it available as a hard top cause I've seen enough 8yr old soft tops falling apart. And especially in LA and SF bums with knives cut em and find a new sleeping bed. Hard top was just better for me as a daily driver and for safety. I also got the automatic so I'm definitely not a Miata Purist but as my first one I'm definitely a believer in the brand and car.
@@zantoz1212 no you're good. you still have a great car. i drive a 1999 mazda miata 5 speed
@@Shaheer4771 so glad I ditched my love for mini Coopers cause my Miata is just a joy to drive and even went off roading a weekend ago to get to a hot spring by Lone Pine, CA and there was mudslides and rain and it was exhilarating. For science you can drive 30+mph top down in the rain. Can confirm 🤣
Origami in motion .
Stop to Say "miata" for all mx5 miata as 1 model of ancien Time not all...
Video mal tomado casi no muestra mucho
Still like my Porsche Boxster S, way more powerful and fun to drive.
Whatever you gotta tell yourself to legitimize buying the worst porsche ever made.
I remember smoking a baby Porsche , that was also fun.
@@bulldogg117 talking bad about that subaporche.
Idk what other people are on about but the boxster has always been an awesome car. I like the Caymans myself but the new ones are just not quite as pretty as the older ones. They look like they took a little too much inspiration from the pista.
@@TripedalTroductions i think its a matter of wanting one but the ones that are obtainable are already broken or neglected so seem.lile total pos. Same thing plagues bmw and mercedes.
يزهتاعثخ
Certainly.
Certainly.
Is look like a goodlookin gurl Is undressing herself
Meh, slow Sunday toy.
Straight goofy camera angles. 👎👎👎👎
Overpriced maz 3
sez someone who can't drive fo nuts
The 2004 Miata MX5 is better 😒
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