Mazda MX-5 air con problems

I have a 2007 Mazda MX-5 that has done 30,000 miles. I took it to a dealer because of a "rattling" under the bonnet. They are charging me almost £1000 to replace the air con compressor and auxiliary belt....

Buying a used Mazda MX-5 - which engine is best?

I am looking for a used Mazda MX-5 but am baffled by the huge choice of models, engines and prices. Which model is best?

When's the best time to sell an MX-5?

I have a 2010 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Roadster Coupe Sport Tech which I love but no longer have much use for as it is a second car. I'm thinking of selling it but I'm unsure when would be best to do so.

What's the shortest period I can tax a car for?

I have an MX5, - date of first registration in the UK 2005, and I need to tax and insure it for the shortest possible time in order to get it checked over before sale and to allow potential buyers to test...

Which fuel is best for the Mazda MX-5?

Having followed your advice, I this week purchased a 2010 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Sport Tech RC six-speed, which I am very happy with. The manual states to run it on premium unleaded - is there a particular fuel...

Buying a new Mazda MX-5 - Which model is best?

I have been looking at a new MX-5 (current model), as there are some good deals around. I originally thought the 1.8 Sport Venture Roadster, but then wondered if it worth paying extra for the Roadster...

Mazda MX-5 rattle/vibration

I have just taken delivery of a new Mazda MX-5 25th Anniversary Edition. However, I’ve noticed the car makes a harsh rattle/vibration between about 15000rpm – 2000rpm. I took it back to the dealer and...

Is the dealer breaking FSA rules?

We have toady picked up our new Mazda MX-5, purchased on PCP. I expected to deal with the salesperson for the majority of handover, but complete the finance agreement with a finance specialist. I thought...

Buying a new convertible - what would you recommend?

Someone ran into the back of our much loved 1999 Mazda MX-5 1.8S (owned from new, full main dealer service history, low mileage), fortunately my wife, who was driving it at the time, was unhurt. Unsurprisingly...

Best used sports car for £5k?

I'm after a used sports car for £5000. I want something that will have a soft top and give me driving pleasure for my retirement. We were thinking about a Mazda MX5, or a BMW Z3, or even a Mercedes SLK...