Is a 1997 Mazda Miata reliable?

Is a 1997 Mazda Miata reliable?

A truly wonderful roadster that is fun to drive, easy to maintain and one of the most reliable cars I’ve ever owned. It sticks to the road as-if it is riding on rails. Fun fun fun, even with the top up!

Are Miatas respected?

With over one million MX5 Miatas sold worldwide, the sports car has proven to be highly respected as a viable alternative to bulky, heavy muscle cars.

How manybhp does a Mazda MX 5 have?

I’m the first to champion driving thrills over power, but the MX-5 takes it too far. The Toyota GT86 often gets derided for its wheezy engine, but with 197bhp it has enough.

Is it safe to buy a Toyota MX-5?

So here are 10 reasons why you should never buy an MX-5. 1. They’re not fast I’m the first to champion driving thrills over power, but the MX-5 takes it too far. The Toyota GT86 often gets derided for its wheezy engine, but with 197bhp it has enough.

Why do people make jokes about the Mazda MX 5?

The ‘hairdresser’ comment is one of those jokes people who rarely see MX-5s will always dole out and think they’re hilarious. What they don’t realise is that because you own that car, you get that joke all the damn time. It’ll go from mildly amusing to downright anger-inducing in about a week. 7. They’re rust buckets

Is the Mazda MX 5 a cult car?

The Mazda MX-5 has become a cult hero – particularly the Mk1 – and while I can see where the craze came from, I just don’t understand the fervour surrounding the little roadster. It feels like a joke that’s gone on so long people have forgotten there’s supposed to be a punchline. This list is my attempt to drop a weight off my shoulders.

What kind of noise does a Miata make?

The noise sounds like a tapping or rattling sound that begins when the engine is started and the car is not moving. It stops instantly when the engine is turned off. At speed, the sound either goes away or is masked by road noise.

Why does my Miata stop when I Turn Off the engine?

It stops instantly when the engine is turned off. At speed, the sound either goes away or is masked by road noise. It seems to be worse when the weather is cold and gets a little quieter when the car is at operating temperature.

How big is the cooling system on a Mazda Miata?

The cooling system capacity is 6.3 U.S. quarts. Mazda s recommended anti-freeze solutions for the Miata are as follows: Remember that the primary task of liquid cooling is to transfer heat energy from the metal parts of the engine to the radiator and then to the air.

What kind of fan does a Miata have?

Fan(s) and Fan Relay. The base Miata has one fan, mounted on the left (looking forward) side of the radiator, called the Radiator Cooling Fan. The Radiator Cooling Fan motor should use 5.3 – 6.5 Amps.

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