I GET IT NOW! The Miata is always the answer!! | 2023 Mazda MX-5 RF GT Manual Review

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  • Опубліковано 11 чер 2024
  • #review #carreview #mazda #mazdamiata #mazdamx5miata #sportscar #convertiblecars
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    The Mazda - we won't dare say "Miata" - MX-5 is one of the most iconic vehicles in the world today. And it is not just because it is seemingly shrinking in both size and numbers on the road in lieu of ballooning, self-driving, electric appliances.
    No, it is so much more than that. The MX-5 is a legend among weekend warriors and has a cult-like following because of its illustrious motorsports history.
    The current ND MX-5 Miata is designed with the driver in mind and to get back to the original NA's roots. Where it was to be the beloved classic lightweight British sports car, but with the reliability and efficiency of Japanese engineered vehicles.
    The MX-5 with it's roof down, thrilling driving experience, is truly one of the best sports cars money can buy and it just happens to be one more of us can afford.
    So we take a look at the facts(ish), feels and final thoughts of the 2023 Mazda MX-5 RF GT Manual.
    And remember, if you are subscriber, you are a fellow NEUTRAL REVIEWER and so please share your short review in the comments below for our prospective buyers!
    Come take a look!
    *Please note that I am human and could be wrong on some of my “facts”, but still they give a good idea if considering the vehicle in your shopping.
    I've borrowed this vehicle from Mazda Canada (thank you!!).
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    Opening 0:00
    Introduction 0:18
    Initial impressions 2:12
    Price & Competition 3:18
    Parking Feels Test 6:21
    Handling Feels Test 7:08
    Acceleration & Braking Feels Test 7:33
    Highway & Handling Feels Test 9:04
    Facts(ish) & Feels Cargo 10:39
    Exhaust Feels Test 11:56
    Facts(ish) & Feels interior front 12:20
    Rants & Raves Final Drive 20:21
    Final Thoughts 22:17
    THANKS FOR WATCHING!!!
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  • @jimquantic
    @jimquantic 8 місяців тому +33

    One tip I will give, to anyone, driving anything. That blind spot can be eliminated--by moving your own body, that is, just look at the sideview mirror--either side, then while looking at the mirror, rock forward and back--many times you then pick up a car you did not see while YOU stayed in a stationary position. Do NOT "look over your shoulder", taking your eyes off the road. Just move forward and back and cover that blind spot. All the while you are facing forward.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  8 місяців тому +2

      Great explanation:)

    • @TheBrilliantSpoy
      @TheBrilliantSpoy 7 місяців тому +1

      Old people don’t get this concept

    • @webguy943
      @webguy943 6 місяців тому +3

      Exactly there is no blindspot in the miata. The car is so tiny u will either see the car in ur side mirror or just turn ur head slightly to see the rest of the view.

    • @pathological-liar
      @pathological-liar 2 місяці тому +1

      Yea it works. I learned it from my father many many years ago.

    • @BlackNAVYAmericanVET
      @BlackNAVYAmericanVET Місяць тому +1

      As a teenager, I had a beat up old “1974 beetle . I couldn’t see nothing backing up. I used to open the door and stretch my neck, because of that, these back up cameras are useless to me 😂

  • @BlackNAVYAmericanVET
    @BlackNAVYAmericanVET Місяць тому +2

    I traded in my Ford GT mustang, for a MX5 I don’t regret one bit. It’s reliable it’s fast/quick and it’s a beautiful design.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  16 днів тому

      I now understand that choice! My favourite car now!!

  • @carlosbrigett2574
    @carlosbrigett2574 9 місяців тому +15

    True Roasters are never practical. They were built for driving pleasure only, so forget storage space, glovebox space and location, it's a sportscar and a true Roadster the very last of its kind under $100K that I can think of, adding, it's also the best one I've ever driven since my 1964 and 1066 MGB's back in those years. Hell, I was happy with an AM radio back then.

  • @cptndave1
    @cptndave1 6 місяців тому +3

    Before I got my NC I asked someone who had one. Should I get one? He answered “do you enjoy driving? Simple YES. It’s been my everyday car for the past 8 years and never looked back

  • @gregthomson7889
    @gregthomson7889 5 місяців тому +3

    A nice Canadian review.I live in Vancouver so I bought a soft top.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you!! Side note, very jealous lol. What a car and I think I'm going to ask Mazda if I can borrow a soft top in the spring. I'm curious myself, especially since it's significantly cheaper. Enjoy!!

  • @tobudddy
    @tobudddy 14 днів тому

    I bought 2017 used GT RF with only 7400km for $24k in Wayne Gretzky’s town last month. Practically brand new. I have 5 cars including VW GTI. Both GTI and MX5 build for driving. Amazing cars.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  13 днів тому +1

      Nice line up! Two of my favourites. I can't tell you how much I like the MX-5 now!

  • @druegillis1744
    @druegillis1744 9 місяців тому +10

    Good review, covering the main points. Not many people are aware that there is a small storage area behind the seat and there is a light in the trunk with an on/off switch. Since this is a fun car for me, the retiree, I find it as close to perfect for my use, which is running errands and some weekend and day trips with my wife. No car is perfect, so you have to find one that checks all the important boxes. Gas mileage is very impressive along with the big fun factor of driving the thing.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому

      Great comments! Interesting! Thanks for the kind words. I think that’s what blew me away the most. My BRZ gets 20mpg realistically and I felt like the MX-5 was pretty much double. I use mine because I can put my child but once I don’t need that extra seat I would switch in a heartbeat. What a fun car!

    • @leefranklin3054
      @leefranklin3054 9 місяців тому +2

      With the soft top version there is a little space behind both seats, and the glove box is bigger. I have Android Auto/Apple Carplay in mine and it makes all the difference with the infotainment system. Works great. Never had an issue with the cupholder. I daily drive mine, since 2019.

    • @rembo183
      @rembo183 6 місяців тому

      Because it’s a drop top it’s alone… the BRZ and GR86, are hard top only. Next option is more money-Boxster or Z4. Mustang is heavyweight much bigger and less nimble

  • @kevincroft9848
    @kevincroft9848 6 місяців тому +1

    Great car
    Kevin

  • @shauncampbell969
    @shauncampbell969 7 місяців тому

    Good cinematography!
    What are there chemtrails, in ur video..All the best Shaun🦉 of NYC 👽🗽

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  7 місяців тому

      HA! Didn’t even notice lol. Thanks for the compliment and comment!

  • @chopsticki3rock
    @chopsticki3rock 7 місяців тому +1

    Definitely a car that people should test drive. Its been years since their initial launch of new "?miata" design and its been on top of my list for smiles per gallon. From what ive read, next year model is coming with bigger infotainment system. If that doesnt push me to trade in my car, im most likely going for used just for the joy of driving this car

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  7 місяців тому +1

      I’m sold lol. Loved it and want one!

    • @gregthomson7889
      @gregthomson7889 3 місяці тому +1

      I just bought one because I think the new one might be a hybrid.

    • @chopsticki3rock
      @chopsticki3rock 3 місяці тому

      Got myself a 2022 soft top after commenting this 4 months ago. I think there's speculation of either hybrid or electric miata next, but I think that will come in 2+ years. I've been daily driving mine since purchase in December.

  • @BlackNAVYAmericanVET
    @BlackNAVYAmericanVET Місяць тому +1

    Dude , I had old-school 1974 beetle, I couldn’t see out the window, I threw it in reverse and open my door to back up 😂 .

  • @cptndave1
    @cptndave1 6 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for not saying Miata. This car does exactly what it advertises to do. Nothing more nothing less. I have ordered the 2024 ND3 and have paid the deposit however every country around the world will get slightly different specs depending on how they negotiate with Mazda Japan I haven’t received any confirmation paperwork yet because Mazda Australia doesn’t know yet not even the price. We’ll just have to wait and see. Can’t wait though 😂

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  6 місяців тому +1

      Congratulations! Thanks for the comments. I’m not just saying that when I say I get it now that the Miata is always the answer. I love my BRZ but after a week with the ND2 I have to sell myself on why I love my car lol. Yours is just that little bit more engaging (plus the amazing open air experience), but that little bit makes all the difference in the world. I think once I don’t need my rear seats I’ll try and switch. Enjoy

    • @josephsaia5527
      @josephsaia5527 4 місяці тому +2

      I just bought a Soul Red crystal metallic Club RF. They hard to find as most folks rather the GT Grand Tourer. Should have it delivered in a week or two. I live in the Mtn. Twisties so I get to enjoy it for that easily

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  4 місяці тому

      @@josephsaia5527 congratulations! Such a great car!

    • @Mike-ip8hg
      @Mike-ip8hg 4 дні тому

      Hi good informative vid..I'm in the UK just ordered 2.0lt RF in black £35k.Can not wait I'm told it should be with me in September..

    • @cptndave1
      @cptndave1 3 дні тому

      @@Mike-ip8hg the last week is the worst. But worth it 😀

  • @Michelle-zc7io
    @Michelle-zc7io 4 місяці тому

    The little wheel for the info display it's not about reach. I actually really like it because I find it hard to use the touch screen while driving over uneven roads and bumps. You have to take your eyes off the road two long, trying to hit the touch screen in the correct place. Once you get used to the little wheel, it is way better.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  4 місяці тому

      Good point. Your roads seem more fun than mine lol.

  • @jimquantic
    @jimquantic 8 місяців тому

    Sound dampening-at highway speeds? Can you converse (top up of course) or must you shout to be heard. Must you turn the radio up loud to hear it--wind noise around the edges?

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  8 місяців тому

      I was extremely impressed with the sound quality of the cabin with the roof up! I was out in hard rain and my BRZ sounds like you are in a tent but the ND2 RF was close to a normal modern cabin. I really liked the seat mounted speakers and feel the aid in this quality experience

    • @jimquantic
      @jimquantic 8 місяців тому

      Now THAT is useful to me, a guy who would normally have the hard top up, and a lot of long road trips. Thank you for that.
      @@Neutralreviews

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  8 місяців тому

      @@jimquantic 😊

    • @jimquantic
      @jimquantic 8 місяців тому

      @@Neutralreviews THAT is useful, thank you for that

  • @gamma2348
    @gamma2348 7 місяців тому +2

    What a nice car!!! What a nice colour too!!!

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  7 місяців тому +1

      Most commentators complain but in person I was surprised at how much I liked it! It looks sporty for expensive too.

  • @leefranklin3054
    @leefranklin3054 9 місяців тому +2

    The automatic transmission is only available on the GT (expensive) trim. The Sport trim (base) and the enthusiast Club trim (Brembo brakes, Recaro seats, BBS Wheels and such) only offer the manual transmission. If you want the performance package, manual only.

    • @leefranklin3054
      @leefranklin3054 9 місяців тому +1

      I own a 2019 Sport with a few aftermarket upgrades. Soft top. No blind rear corners with top down, and down or up in seconds.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому +1

      Great comments! Thanks:) And I agree. I asked for the RF because I always wanted one but after a week I realize I’d be happy with the soft top. I’m just not sure if it would be warm in the winter? Do you know?

    • @leefranklin3054
      @leefranklin3054 9 місяців тому

      @@Neutralreviews I have had mine for 4 years and change now, I find the heater to be very enthusiastic, enough I could drive interstate in early November down from Michigan with the heater blasting and top DOWN! Top up, I wouild be far more concerned about changing the tires to all seasons, and not at all concerned about it being warm enough. That is a pretty thick multiply top.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому +1

      @@leefranklin3054 nice! Thanks for that!

  • @ericdebroux9685
    @ericdebroux9685 4 дні тому

    Too bad the wind noise is unbearable above 80mph, roof down AND up.

  • @alanomedonte110
    @alanomedonte110 6 місяців тому +2

    chem trails lol

  • @bobdadruma
    @bobdadruma 9 місяців тому +1

    I can say first hand that the infotainment system sucks! I own a 2023 MX-5. I purchased an aftermarket usb dongle to help with the wireless connection for CarPlay and android auto.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for confirming! And for the tip!

    • @islanddon865
      @islanddon865 9 місяців тому +2

      When I was in my Miata, I only listened to the music of my machine. Entertainment? Don't need more than that. ❤️

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому

      @@islanddon865 so true!

  • @DT_Sasquatch
    @DT_Sasquatch 9 місяців тому

    27" factory rims seems excessive for a car of this size ngl

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому

      Ha! Well maybe not for a rap video lol

    • @rembo183
      @rembo183 6 місяців тому

      17” rims not 27”

  • @AlexLaskarzewski
    @AlexLaskarzewski 6 місяців тому

    pull up your pants

  • @AwesomeEricD
    @AwesomeEricD 2 місяці тому

    This needs a flat bottom steering wheel

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  2 місяці тому

      I'm a sucker for flat bottom steering wheels, but I have to say, like with my BRZ, it grew on me and it seams to fit the classic sports car vibe. Maybe a club sports trim or something...

  • @dlg5485
    @dlg5485 8 місяців тому +1

    Why won't you call the car a Miata? That's its name.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  8 місяців тому +2

      They rebranded it the MX-5 a while back because the Miata was seen as too feminine. Even though marketers do this they aren’t fooling anyone because those that know the car know it as the Miata lol. Which isn’t a bad thing as it’s a great car and a great grassroots racer. Good question:)

    • @dlg5485
      @dlg5485 8 місяців тому

      @@Neutralreviews Mazda only rebranded the Miata in the USA because too many insecure dimwitted Americans thought "Miata" sounded too feminine. It's still called the Miata everywhere else in the world.

    • @davidgeorge3705
      @davidgeorge3705 Місяць тому

      Only in North America.
      The rest of the world has always called it an MX5, although in Japan it was called a Eunos a very long time ago.

    • @dlg5485
      @dlg5485 Місяць тому

      @@davidgeorge3705 I am obviously talking about the North American market, so why are you bringing up irrelevant talking points?

  • @PerryPapanier
    @PerryPapanier 9 місяців тому +3

    That color is awful imho

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому

      You know what is funny is everyone I showed the car to said that but for some reason it grew on me lol

    • @PerryPapanier
      @PerryPapanier 9 місяців тому

      ​@Neutralreviews I get it. At didn't have a choice when I got mine in Platinum quartz metallic. At first wasn't sure about color, now I love it. Goes from silver to champagne color depending on the light.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому +1

      @@PerryPapanier I just can’t get over how much more engaging it is than my BRZ! You have a great car!

    • @PerryPapanier
      @PerryPapanier 9 місяців тому

      @@Neutralreviews thanks. Funny I looked at BRZ n was thinking also about new Z. Glad I ended up with Miata. Now it's my weekend toy.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  9 місяців тому

      @@PerryPapanier good choice I think! The new Z is beautiful but I think yours is most pure and best bang for your buck for driving fun!

  • @cashew1392
    @cashew1392 8 місяців тому

    Thumbs down for me. Ever though about not running your mouth so much so we can hear the rev's, and not you? Way too many commercials.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  7 місяців тому +14

      Let’s keep the comments to cars and be more positive. “Run my mouth”?? I’m a reviewer lol. And that’s not a way to address someone. I’m a real person trying my best. Treat people on the internet how you would in real life. The world is a mess and negative rude behaviour like this won’t make it better. Be kind and you’ll get further😊

  • @BlackNAVYAmericanVET
    @BlackNAVYAmericanVET Місяць тому +2

    I traded in my Ford GT mustang, for a MX5 I don’t regret one bit. It’s reliable it’s fast/quick and it’s a beautiful design.

    • @Neutralreviews
      @Neutralreviews  Місяць тому

      I'm talking to Mazda right about lining up a refreshed MX-5 for this year and was telling them they ruined me lol because all I want now is a MX-5. My BRZ is great for now because I can fit my son and wife still;)