I'm thinking of buying a Mazda MX-5...

1998 Mazda MX-5 mk2: are they a good car? Thinking of buying one.

Denis Delaney (Wexford)

Sep 2013 Filed under: reliability

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Expert answer

Hi Denis,

Yes! Yes! Oh god yes!

Sorry, got a bit carried away there, but the MX-5 is just such a sweet car, and reliable too.

There are really only a couple of areas to keep an eye on. Obviously, they're a sports car and tend to get driven accordingly so watch for accident damage. 

The hoods are good but can build up mildew if the car isn't driven regularly. If the hood has been replaced make sure the heated rear window has been properly connected up.

Finally, the alloy wheels can corrode so check them carefully.

But that's about it. Enjoy!

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe