Does The NC Mazda MX-5 (Miata) Deserve The Hate? My First Drive

Today I'm driving the black sheep of an automotive dynasty - the third generation Mazda MX5. Derided by the community as being far too heavy and slow for its own good, can you still have fun in it?

#Mazda #MX5 #NC

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[blondegirlsezthis]

There are two kinds of people: those who love Miata's, and those who haven't driven Miata's.

[henriklarsson]

The best convertible is the convertible you actually use. Is there any smarter than this? User friendly, economical, fun, comfortable enough, good looking and reliable.

[yermailmain]

Can’t really go wrong with any “manual” Miata👍🏽

[Dr.Duck]

NC's are underrated and are probably the best bargain miata right now with na's and nb's on the rise for similar milage

[austinfrazier]

As an NC owner the “hate” for these is ridiculous. The 2.0 is as fast as any NA or NB (including the NB turbo), it’s only something like 200 pounds heavier than the NB, and the PRHT is an absolute masterpiece. That is really the show stealer to me. Best roof of any Miata including ND and it’s damn reliable too. So hate all you want.

[andreiarama]

In my eyes this is the best looking MX5

[stevenmitchell]

I've had all the MX5 NA to ND. I really like my ND, but if I'm going for a longer drive I tend to go in my NC because it is really comfortable. For the money, NC is great value and a lot of fun.

[ashleydodd]

When you think he is going to be reviewing your car but reviews your Mum's instead lol

[markjohnson]

When I drive in cold weather with the top down. I dress in a World War one leather pilots helmet, a heavy parka and black patent leather gauntlet gloves. When I stop at the store they say, 'you look like your about to go flying'. I say, 'I am'.

[richardbradley]

Got to say one of the most fun cars I've ever owned, not the fastest but it feels fast, and handles beautifully, get the roof down and smile

[rzezniqq]

I had punished one for 4 years on local b roads. It's an amazing car for people who like the whole slow car fast philosophy. Makes a perfect first RWD car.

[voituer]

We had one from new for 7 years. Fabulous car. With roof down it made me feel like I was driving an old English sports car. Very reliable and in every day situations it is impeccable. Push it and it performs extremely well

[DreamCarGarage]

I don't know what you mean? Anyone who's actually driven one of these knows they're really good fun to drive. A great little sports car.

[MatthewJohnCrittenden]

They aren't bad but I'll stick with my pop up headlight version because these are worth at least 50bhp in my head.

[sonofjak]

I think the NC is the best looking of all MX5's but then again i think the best looking Golf is the MK4 so what do i know!

[horatiotimewaster]

As an NA/ND2 owner, I love the NC. They drive great and are pretty. Plus, the RX-8 connection makes it even cooler.

[tlf]

Makes a great track car! And you can fit in it if you're over 6 foot.

[keithjackson]

You have a great flow with your commentary. It's like I'm reading a book, even one I'm not particularly interested in? But, because I want to know the middle, and the ending? I always stay till the end. Well done.

[R-Tap]

This model Mx5 is actually my fav. Looks good, nice stance.

[Raven-uulb]

The NC Miata is the best overall. Honestly I really like this MX-5/Miata. Such a beautiful car