1. I really like the feel of the steering wheel. 2. The seats are comfy for me 🤷🏻♂️.. no back issues. 3. Yeah mildly annoying but I learned you can just hold the window switches while roof is closing and it’ll close immediately after roof shuts. 4. Agreed. 5. I love the small size.. just be aware of your surroundings. 6. Only have had minor dripping when opening the doors.. I live in Seattle not been an issue. 7. I’ve heard about this but I also know the Miata has some of the best reliability ratings in the industry and seems like most of those failures are from people that have added a supercharger or suped up the engine, and from racing on track often.
@cokeycola9514
3 жыл бұрын
I just wanted to say thank you for your super in-depth videos! It definitely helped me make a decision on an ND. I just picked up a 2018 ND1 RF Club in Ceramic Metallic with the Brembo/BBS package. Can't wait for it to be delivered!
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your new car! And thank you for your positive comment, I’m really glad that you find the videos helpful.
@tommyestridge9301
4 жыл бұрын
A lot of nits there, re: Targa, you don't have the built in roll bar that the Porsche Targa has. As for the rain, wax the car and the water will bead up and blow off quickly.
@xiaobinlu5394
4 жыл бұрын
I don’t understand none of your problem. None of you problem is a problem for me. And music is way louder than your voice
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
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@stevee8318
4 жыл бұрын
I love my 2019 RF and would absolutely buy it again. However, my biggest gripes are the wind buffeting and the cup holder situation. I also wish the seats were a half inch or inch wider - it's clear they were designed with the shorter, lighter framed Japanese body type in mind.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I can't imagine being much bigger then I am and still be comfortable in this car.
@tigercry5177
Жыл бұрын
With window up top down?
@dougiequick1
2 жыл бұрын
Another dismally weak point is the cast aluminum engine mount brackets on the motor mounts....the first couple years 9at least the 2016-2018) has REALLY WEAK castings! Seriously they could shatter if you hit a big enough pothole! And nearly any impact really could crack these totally crap components....Mine both broke after being rear ended and so I bought new revised one (I did not even know they had been upgraded when I purchased them) the original castings WOULD have been ultra strong except they hollowed out the castings obviously in pursuit of weight savings...the new ones are both more robust and much less hollow exceptionally on the one side...now there are super heavy duty (and heavy) steel after market parts which cost a fortune (like 800 bucks if lower and uppers are bought separately) for the entire motor mounts and maybe $400 for just the brackets (the part that breaks)....which is Fing RIDICULOUS! I REFUSE! Just note that other aftermarket engine mounts are as little as $50 but as of this writing there is only ONE actual manufacturer making these who I REFUSE to even advertise by typing their name! They are beyond greedy in my humble opinion
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
Good to know, as I was not aware of this. Thank you 👍
@visualaidoberseebilinguals3309
4 жыл бұрын
This is a great video, exactly what i was looking for, every clip on the net about the ND is positive this positive that, i wanna know the cons as well as the pros, however if i can give you any constructive feedback on your video, Loose the inbetween pictures and just keep the camera rolling. your emojies, in my humble opinion, were annoying. the rest of your video, truly awesome. ¨ I was expecting you to say some other things like knocking the infotainment wheel which keeps turning on the info screen. but since you did not mention it and you are an owner for a while, it must not be an issue.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the watch and feedback! I haven’t had any issues with the infotainment as you described.
@lucidlynx918
2 ай бұрын
In a Miata you can easily put two carry-on luggages in the trunk. Since I can travel two weeks with only a carry-on, luggage space is not a problem for me. Of course for going to shop at Costco, it’s not the best car. For the seats, the optional Recaro are very supportive and comfortable. About the size, it’s part of the main concept of the car, light and small. The good thing is that Mazda is not listening to people asking for a larger, heavier and more powerful Miata! That’s why the ND Miata is still a Miata.
@EjinRenos
3 жыл бұрын
1: Yeah the thickness of the wheel is a bit too narrow. 2: My wife has an SLK with full adjustable support. I cannot get comfortable in her car. My recaros have been the most comfortable seats I ever have had. Including for a 14 hour drive with them. 3: windows should be fully down if top is down. Yes, it's a mild annoyance that Porsche made their Boxstee have auto up and auto down windows with top operation but you can fix it with a module from SmartTops. 4: Having driven both styles the roadster versus RF is minor noise difference. Where it really is different is in crosswinds.... so very windy days where you're not driving into or with the wind but across it. At highway speeds the sounds are so close together otherwise. 5: Size of the car itself is small. Inside has more space than previous models save maybe the NC, and its bigger than the S2000, and of course Lotus. The MX5 is taller than cars like the Corvette also. 6: Totally agreed. After a wash or during a rain, water falls right in when the door opens. 7: Yes. The trans issue with the ND1 MX5 is well known and is due to poor metallurgy batch of gears used across every single version of transmission. The failures aren't subject to power increases or racing events. In fact almost half of the failures of Version1 trans were from owners who didn't even redline the car. The ND2 seems to have 0 failures so far and may be due in part to the dual mass flywheel or because they stopped using the gears that were known to cause issues finally. Mazda has been very good to replace failed transmissions even out of warranty or multiple failures to a single owner.
@chrisb.3854
3 жыл бұрын
To point No. 3: Maybe it's some special to your country. My RF (2019) roll the windows back up, if the roof closed. Greetings from Germany :)
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Chris B. From Germany 👍. Yes, I think you’re correct - I think it’s a U.S. “feature”.
@gchin6916
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 RF LE 6MT orig owner…looks the same as your 2019, now close to 6 yrs with close to 65k miles. I had all generations, gen 1, 2, 3. I guess I agree with most of your gripes on the ND, RF, only thing I disagree is the rain runoff with no rain gutters on the roof, this is common to all gen Miata with soft top or with detachable hardtop, not specific to RF. As for transmission issues I read seems to be mainly with early gen ND, or ND1 with club trim. The OEM shift knob is too small and too light and you can feel vibration in knob, I changed the OEM knob to a weighted shift knob like from Raceng & gives better feel and no vibration. The thing I didn’t like is the button direction and holding the switch to retract or close the roof, the mod4car roof controller was the best add-on.
@NiqqaFella
2 жыл бұрын
I love my 2005 miata
@dougiequick1
2 жыл бұрын
Couple annoying things about the RF even after significantly higher price AND the weight penalty AND the extra complexity and potential for repair expense and those annoying issues are a significantly smaller trunk (due to space used for mechanism) and also unknown to many even the already tiny glove box is even SMALLER in the RF! Now the 2019 they got rid of the CD player and made the space inside the glove box taller/bigger on both soft top and RF....but the RF still is more shallow (smaller) in either iteration than the soft top counterpart....percent wise idk but my guess is perhaps 20% With larger more normal cars this would not be much of an issue but these tiny cars have so little cargo/ storage space that the RF actually could be a deal breaker for certain buyers? YMMV
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
The lack of storage space has become an issue for me on numerous occasions 😠
@willanderson9688
4 жыл бұрын
I drive 2016 GT the failures have mostly been 2016 club transmissions.
@MrBeastlyOwns
3 жыл бұрын
Where can I find more information about this? In the market for one
@Panischristofi
2 ай бұрын
Excellent reviews...i agree %100 about the lumbar support
@TheLemonFactor
2 ай бұрын
😁👍
@rickmanley767
Жыл бұрын
My 2022 MX5 6 speed transmission failed at 4000 miles. So disappointed. This is my fourth new Mazda, (first MX5) and I had nothing but good luck with all of my other Mazdas. They tell me it’s on back order and I’ll have to wait 4 months before they can put a new transmission in.
@TheLemonFactor
Жыл бұрын
OMG 😮. That’s horrible! 😞
@johnmoore449
4 жыл бұрын
I bought an EARLY production RF GT (ordered preproduction in! He summer of 16) and the transmission failed at about 12000 miles. It was replaced under warranty...it is my understanding that it was a known problem on early production units, but has been corrected. I recently traded that car on an a 2020 RF GT.... I love the improvement.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I believe Mazda had to iterate several times to get to the current transmission version. Unfortunately, I've heard of a handful of ND owners that have had failed transmissions, and some of them were newer than the 2016 model year. With that said, hopefully the current transmission version solves the problem.
@kcho6064
3 жыл бұрын
Do you know if once replaced with a newer transmission, would there be need for another replacement after further mileage?
@Guenounovitch
3 жыл бұрын
@@kcho6064 well if they replace it with an old version of course
@elodiecemoi3057
4 ай бұрын
Regarding the wind noise, do you believe that a taller windblocker will solve the problem, or at least reduce the noise by a big margin ? Thank you
@TheLemonFactor
4 ай бұрын
I don’t believe it would add much of a difference 🤷♂️
@dougiequick1
2 жыл бұрын
I got rear ended at a stop light by a 1 ton PU truck that had been road raging with another vehicle on the freeway and was weaving in and out of traffic and I suppose simply did not even see my little Miata in the turn pocket....Man it just sent my car flying (also totalling my beloved baby) ...apparently did not at all disable the pick up as witnesses said he simply got out the turn pocket and drove off on his merry way hit and run SCUMBAG! (and yes they found him) I did not even see him drive off having just had an airbag explode in my face! Now am in the process of restoring this car to at least it's former driving glory even if might never again qualify as pristine...but after insurance payout less salvage value compared to what I paid originally? Frugally shopping used parts and repairing what I can? Pretty much looks like my car will effectively be "free" to me when all is said in done...in other words full original price back in my pocket and the repaired car totally paid for via the balance of the insurance payout.....which t least that part is cool as hell! LOL....downside? So far unable to insure for true value as insurance company just looks at the salvage price plus receipts for parts ....nothing as to my labor or the resultant whole effect of good as new parts assembled into repaired car....which could really suck if I get hit again! In other words my car let's say is worth 20k again but insurance might not give me more than 8k because that is all the cash I have in it now ....apparently ones creatively in finding lessexpensive deals on parts and one's many hours of labor are worth nothing??
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
Oh man, I’m sorry to hear that 🙁. That’s horrible, but at least you’re ok. Sounds like you’re pretty handy for you to be able to do all the repairs yourself, saving you a ton in labor cost 👍
@michaeldisalvo
2 жыл бұрын
When you buy is RF in Red, everyone sees you. I also have a Prius prime in dark grey and no one sees me. It’s all about the color. Buy a car the same color as the street, and you will not be seen. I thought it was funny that you didn’t like the size of the MX5. It made me picture a big Miata. It simply looked like a Porsche. 🤘🏼😎👍🏼
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed. The grey does make the car blend in with the surroundings.
@steveoconnor7069
2 жыл бұрын
We actually bought our 2019 as an alternative to motorcycling because of my wife's multiple back surgeries, hip & knee replacements. So far she hasn't had an issue with the seats. I realized right away I must use the same mindset as when I ride my bikes because people simply don't see the car. (same color as yours)
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
It’s amazing how many times I’ve gone unnoticed by surrounding drivers 🫤
@samdaniels1234
4 жыл бұрын
I get mad at myself for forgetting about the sheet of water every time it dumps all over my arm
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how much water pours into the window...
@brandonpreston7856
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2016 and a friend has the RF. He was amazed at the wind noise difference. You are spot on with the transmission, especially in early cars. I’ve got 20+ track hours on mine with no issues but I always have that in the back of my mind. I’ve owned big horsepower cars (I.e. Z06) bit this car is more fun and running costs on the track are way cheaper so there’s no way I’ll sell it.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
This is very much a fun car... I'm with you. Having owned a Porsche, while a fantastic car that I loved, I wasn't able to take advantage of what it had to offer (legally) without being on the track - the Miata can be fun on everyday roads.
@CP-fl5ch
4 жыл бұрын
09:19 that’s exactly what I was thinking before you said it... if you really want to practice your defensive driving get a motorcycle lol
@JamesColeman12
4 жыл бұрын
i had my 97 miata just less than a week and had to learn that lesson ALMOST the hard way, a white truck just literally merched on to me because i was kindda close to his blind spot. after that, i realize the cost of having a tiny car
@jdrewroberts
Жыл бұрын
I would think transmission failures would be caused by abuse on track, or abuse by non experienced manual transmission drivers.
@TheLemonFactor
Жыл бұрын
You would think, but...
@gittyupalice96
3 жыл бұрын
I can say this much, don't power shift the car into 2nd or 4th unless you have spare transmissions on the shelf.. Wich are actually very cheap compared to something like a Camaro, you can purchase three or four MX5 transmissions for the same price as one Camaro tranny. But like I said, 2nd and 4th are the weak links.... Just let the shifter fall into those two gears, don't JAM it like fast and furious, and roll on the throttle. For the rest of the gears, especially 3rd they are much much stronger. After reading a-lot into it the most common failure is either a 3rd to 2nd down shift (power shift) as in yanking the shifter into 2nd as hard as possible. As well as the 1st into second power shift. The next less common is the 5th to 4th drop, and 3rd to 4th... Treat 2nd and 4th like they're made of glass, I try to think of them as being brittle.. but not weak, rolling on the power isn't the issue.. Sudden shock is. There, maybe someone will read this and it might make 1 car survive lol. who knows.
@rickmanley767
Жыл бұрын
My 2022 6 spd failed 2-3rd gear. Never abused or raced, only 4000 miles.
@MacGyver1908
Ай бұрын
Mine 2024 facelift failed today, after only 1500 miles. It’s 2 months old. I just changed first oil and filter on the engine and taking perfectly care of it. Drove it totally normal. 1’st to 2’nd gear issue. Clunk and mild grind noise. 😢 I’m calling Mazda tomorrow, not looking forward to it 😢
@TheLemonFactor
Ай бұрын
@MacGyver1908 😮. Hopefully Mazda makes it right for you 🤞.
@philryan7254
4 жыл бұрын
Hi chad thank you for the reply, I thought that I might just mention something I have just found out about the mk4 .and which is the rear hud suspension bushes are wearing out prematurely,which is causing a knocking sound ,I have this on my one i now contacted Mazda here the uk so will see what happens....cheers Phil Ryan.....
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting... good to know and keep a lookout for. Let me know what happens.
@restalva
3 жыл бұрын
i have a 2019 miata , white , black soft top . and i love it . the motor 181 hp . the gearbox is superb . but of course if you auto cross or race the car , it will wear out much quicker . if owners decide to do this , the car must be modified with tuffer parts to handle all the ABUSE they are giving the car . but if you drive on smooth california roads , top down , beautiful woman at your side , freeway or street , then this is a 300,000 plus mile car . i see people shift at 7000 rpm all the time in these cars . then they wonder why they have gearbox issues . shifting at 3 to 4000 rpm is plenty of torque to give you a thrill of enjoyment without affecting longevity .
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
That’s one way to enjoy such a wonderful car. However, the Miata is a favorite amongst autox so there’s going to be plenty of people who will want to drive their Miata aggressively.
@restalva
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor , well , i guess they should expect less longevity , since they dont mind . thx .
@SebastianMBraun
5 ай бұрын
The transmission is covered by warranty, isn't it?
@TheLemonFactor
5 ай бұрын
If you’re still within the warranty period, and if they don’t give you a hard time if you’ve modded the car 🫤🤷♂️
@Foolsking
4 жыл бұрын
@3 my Miata RF 2019 - bought in Europe - perfectly closes the windows in the situation you discribed. May be that your problem is based on US safety regulatory rules which can not be avoided by Mazda @6 I drive my Miata open whenever possible. Therefore, I always remove the water on the roof by hand in order to avoid that water enters the “storage space” of the roof during the opening procedure. For sure I would never drive the car with closed roof but open windows -> problem eliminated ;-) “The answer is always Miata (or MX-5 as we say in Europe)” no matter of with hard or soft top.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I am becoming a believer... "The answer is always, Miata!"
@AndY1ksi
4 жыл бұрын
My European 2019 MX-5 RF also closes windows fully after closing the targa.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
As one would expect. Not sure why the U.S. needs something different.
@lukeaxelson3947
3 жыл бұрын
I have an nd1 with 70k and it's been the most reliable car I have ever owned.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
👍
@Guenounovitch
3 жыл бұрын
I said the same until my gearbox broke appart last week. Mazda didn’t answer for the 4600€ yet
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
That’s horrible - I’m sorry to hear that. I hope Mazda works with you to replace it.
@lukeaxelson3947
3 жыл бұрын
@@ErrorMoose 2016 it has an early serial number so it was one of the first few thousand produced. These were the ones with manual transmission issues. If they are going to fail it seems like they do well before 70k. Especially if driven hard like autocross.
@mikeb9569
2 жыл бұрын
@@lukeaxelson3947 My 2016 Club had over 100,000 miles when the transmission started to make horrible noises. Luckily, knowing of the issues when I bought it used, I opted for a warranty.
@nomansland4811
4 жыл бұрын
Good content. As to the transmission, my first thought is it's a driver technique, heavy use issue. If you wanna race your new car that's up to you but racers gotta be prepared for parts failure on any car. Having had lots of manual transmissions in my life (never raced) I never had one fail in any way. I've had GM, Ford, Jeep, MG, Triumph, VW and Nissan. All were extremely reliable.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I hope it's a case of people abusing it, but from what I've seen it looks to be a mix, i.e. some people admit to auto crossing extensively, others say they haven't modded the car - maybe it's their technique like you said.
@UpToSpeedOnJaguar
4 жыл бұрын
Most of the cases where the transmission had failed were sudden and catastrophic from the past reports. Apparently it has something to do with 2nd gear wearing down prematurely and eventually causing larger chunks of shrapnel to eventually stop the gears from moving and destroy the gearbox. I read one case where a dude was test driving it and the trans failed while he was driving it, lol. Anyway, from what I've read, it doesn't seem to be driver form, but just a poorly engineered transmission, and Mazda has done something like 3 revisions on it apparently. My ND2 hasn't failed yet and i dont think I've heard of one blowing up yet. Hopefully it's fixed for good.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
@@UpToSpeedOnJaguar I hope it's fixed for the ND2. Unfortunately it's still a potential issue for ND1 owners.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Does your wife autox? Any issues with her car so far?
@steveoconnor7069
2 жыл бұрын
I did have a MGBGT tranny fail, had to replace the synchronizers, and that was expensive. I discovered the guy I bought the car from was a local weed dealer and abused the car quite a bit.
@SebastianMBraun
5 ай бұрын
Is the RF (closed) louder or more quiet going fast (>80MPH) than the soft top?
@TheLemonFactor
5 ай бұрын
In all scenarios, it’ll be quieter with the roof closed 👍
@SebastianMBraun
5 ай бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor Compared to soft top?
@blurayffan66
2 жыл бұрын
Never heard of any tranny issues on the ND2 version tbh. just got a brand new one Dec 2021 in soul red crystal...but the red paint in incredibly soft- so easily damaged has to be my biggest gripe. Absolutely no other issues with the car it's a beauty and perfect for where I live here in sunny Alicante, Spain with 320+ days of sunshine per year!
@ccokie1lu
4 жыл бұрын
As far as I know the transmission has been worked on for the ND2 with 184 hp. I suppose this problem concerns the 160 hp version.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I've seen several reports of issues from ND2 owners. I hope they are just a small percentage, but if you do experience this, I hope it's within the manufacturer's warranty period.
@johnyaskoweak5731
2 жыл бұрын
great review!! sorry,but...most drivers dont have the windows down all the way going over 80mph on a highway,besides guy,i own a 2022 GT/RF and i tested the "wind buffeting" on my very own,simply because of all the buzz and hype of the toyota/bmw-supra with ppl complaining about the wind-buffeting in that car;so after reading several posts on it,i wondered if MY car does that esp being a semi-convertible with the convertible-experience;now for "ME" i cant be more honest here,ive had NO/ZERO wind-buffeting with mine(both windows down,top down...also,both windows fully down,top up/closed both ways at 60-65mph=NO wind buffeting,no droning or heliocopter noise nor no discomfort to my ears)i owned a gmc sierra yrs ago that going 60mph in that truck with the windows down fully there was wind buffeting in that truck which was one of the things i didnt like then about it;but i doubt most ppl drive a longtime at those speeds with both windows down esp over 80mph.so my point is IF MY RF had the wind-buffeting issue,id most likely SELL/TRADE IT,because it was a deal-breaker for me with the new supra and for 60grand i said no thanks for a car costing that much with wind-buffeting?? and meanwhile i own a targa-top mind you mx-5 with no wind-buffeting; YES theres as you stated 'wind noise' its a semi-convertible of course theres wind noise,but cut in half if not more,with the top down/open and both windows UP FULLY an old cold weather convertible trick and/or if its beautiful out,but too windy,you can stil enjoy the roof open with both windows up and once again ill say this lastly NO wind-buffeting(at least none in MY RF)
@bigmacdaddy1234
3 жыл бұрын
I sat in the Miata and couldn't wait to get out of it. Too cramped inside for the driver and even worse for the passenger. Seat does not recline back enough and the windshield is too close to your head. No thank you.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
It is a small car and not for everyone 🤷♂️
@bigmacdaddy1234
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor Mini Cooper is a small car, and it it has plenty of room.
@mikeb9569
2 жыл бұрын
@@bigmacdaddy1234If you drive like a hooligan, the Mini is not nearly as much fun. You can find a similar driving experience with more room with a BRZ/GT86.
@bigmacdaddy1234
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikeb9569 You will run out of driving skills long before you run out of car with the Mini.
@FunFiction704
2 жыл бұрын
so basically dont buy a rf
@businessmanph
4 жыл бұрын
You can get the 3rd brake light mod to blink the light while braking. I guess I always assume ppl dont see me. Honestly have not had a problem driving with other ppl.
@berttheace
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, your next video should comment : 'the 7 problems with my wife'... 🤣
@Xeonerable
4 жыл бұрын
He can only hope there are only 7 problems with that lol
@gigi9467
2 жыл бұрын
Oh bro! U lost Me at “my wife allow me to get one” wth arent u a grown ass mas!!!!?? I hate it when men have to ask for permission thats a recipe for disaster, yes am married.
@framad3446
Жыл бұрын
car size no problem .. you can't have a light car but big and big .. if you want the light car it must be small,
@shiftintohigh5564
2 жыл бұрын
85 db is loud! What about roof up at 70 with both?
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
It’s definitely not a quiet car 🤷♂️. Have you checked out the videos where I test various exhausts, as I also test them for sound in addition to putting them on the dyno.
@shiftintohigh5564
2 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor Ihave not yet. Thanks for mentioning. I definitely will watch it tho. Found the Octane test amazing. I wonder what Lucas Fuel Injector cleaner would do. I feel a difference in the butt dyno.
@francoisvola3611
3 жыл бұрын
I owned a 2016 ND ST, 30000 miles, absolutely no transmission problems, I sold it in May 2021 to get a 2020 model. Out of 50 000 MX5 ND sold in the US between 2016 and 2021, how many had gear box problems, it doesn't sound like many! How many were tracked, auto crossed, modified, boosted? About 65000 units were sold in Europe, I only heard one problem on an early 2016 but taken care by Mazda. The ND1 box would whine upon releasing the throttle, normal sounds due to the lightweight flywheel and the poor sound insulation of the car, my 99 10th Anniversary would do that too, the ND 2 doesn't make that sounds as they added a dual mass flywheel which quiets noises down. Otherwise great gearbox, fantastic car, love it!
@rondanielsen7179
2 жыл бұрын
I bought a new mx5, it had no lumbar support hence I would have a sore back after about 1 hr of driving time , if I have to put a towel behind my lower back I will sell the mx5 which is what I did. Also poor quality sound system. Then I bought a 2013 mx5, wow what a difference great lumbar support & a awesome factory sound system. Still have it no complaints
@rondanielsen7179
2 жыл бұрын
the new mx5 I bought was a 2016 , must have been the entry level model
@parkerlabonte9463
2 жыл бұрын
You cannot complain about the size of it. ITS A MIATA THATS THE FUN OF IT
@UpToSpeedOnJaguar
4 жыл бұрын
It is funny you mention visibility lol. Not even 48 hours after getting mine, a chevy suburban backed into me at an intersection turn lane. Gave him proper distance and everything. If i had to say anything about the NDs, it's the horn. If I had a louder, lower pitched horn than stock, i think he would have heard me before peircing my bumper with his tow hitch. As for everything else except the transmission, i think it's all just some some quirky quality of life stuff you get used to after owning a car. They all have those weird quirks. I'm definitely afraid to start putting power on my ND2 RF (same color too) with the transmission history. Considering a built NC transmission swap before i even touch power mods honestly.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry to hear that... that really sucks! But 48hrs after getting a new car, makes it so much worse. You know, I don't think I've even used the horn...
@UpToSpeedOnJaguar
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor it's a weak and high pitched horn. My next purchase is a louder and deeper one if i can find a compatible one. Highly recommend if safety is a concern.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
After seeing your comment, i keep intending on trying it out, but forgetting.
@machyne82
Жыл бұрын
Blind spots are horrible in the RF. That’s why I went with the soft top
@steve-ey3rx
3 жыл бұрын
#1 - I agree. I'm just going to get half-gloves. #3 - Yes, that's annoying. #5 - You bought a tiny car and complain that it's small? Dude! #6 - It's a common problem. Happened on my Accord, too. #7 - There is a possibility that if a BIG tree falls on the Miata it could smush it. Doesn't happen often but if you're considering a Miata you should keep it in mind... ;)
@richardshiggins704
4 жыл бұрын
Good review . I think it is a marvellous car , drove the RF once (160hp) . I think I would opt for the newer 181hp . I am 64 yo so I feel I need some Horse Power Replacement Therapy (HPRT) and this kart ticks all the boxes . I agree with you this is a very small car and terrifying to drive on a wet road with HGVs overtaking . Like you I would not hesitate to get one .
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the watch and comment!
@robertvalerio4849
2 жыл бұрын
He should buy a Ford mustang gt and all his mazda problems would be a blessing :)
@wewalkalone871
4 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 2017 RF in the same color, and you are 100% correct with all these
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the new car! Have fun. Thanks for the watch and comment. What's the most annoying thing on the list for you?
@wewalkalone871
4 жыл бұрын
The Lemon Factor! A tie between the window not closing after the top comes up, or the rain water coming off the top into the car
@DWS1435
3 жыл бұрын
I have had three MX-5s and I like the steering wheel. My Mazda 3 2019 hb premium has the same steering wheel also. That vehicle has electric seat with lumbar and yes the MX5 has none. Sad! Don't understand why they don't have at least manual lumbar adjust. I really don't like big thick steering wheels. I don't power shift my manual transmissions and do not race nay of my Mazda vehicles so maybe I won't have transmission problem. Love my Mazda vehicles.
@yama19631
2 жыл бұрын
To be honest. Soft top much much better car. RF is different car.
@MitchellRoman97
4 жыл бұрын
The only ones that would be a nuisance in my eyes would be the wind noise and the windows not rolling back up. Thanks for the informative video though.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the watch and comment, much appreciated.
@xuhan4682
4 жыл бұрын
it's big enough for proper driver to see it. Anything sane size as a 12 year old should be easily by a driver. Don't blame the car when it's mostly driver's fault. Texting driving should be a felony for God sake. It's ok to check your map for a second, but staring at phone get people killed.
@billzziv6859
4 жыл бұрын
I have to agree on some of these. I shift knob is a little small for my hands as well.I don't see it as an every day driver, but a pleasure car. I have the 2017 RF launch edition.
@guarddog318
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds more like characteristics of the car rather than actual problems. As for the water thing... I have a '96 Mercury that had to have rain guards added to keep water out of it when the windows are cracked open a bit. Had the same problem with its cousin, the Crown Vic, when I worked law enforcement. So that's not a problem exclusive to the MX-5. And yes, I'm aware there's no way to add the guards to the Miata. As for the rest... they're just a matter of personal preference. People either like 'em or they don't.
@greentrail7305
Жыл бұрын
my conclusion is this thing is not american made ,and it's too cheap
@a.e.w.384
4 жыл бұрын
boy am I glad I am coming from a slingshot. The noise levels on that bad boy require ear plugs to save my hearing when on the freeway. My future RF will be so quiet in comparison. I love the small footprint because it allows you to be more connected to the road but I get the safety/visibility concerns. It's funny how the flaws pointed out are so minimal compared to other mainstream cars, it's a testament to mazda's new design. The transmission concern however is troubling. I hope it's a result of constant hard driving which won't be me.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I've always been interested in getting my hands on a slingshot... I'm sure it was loads of fun.
@scottoworn
2 жыл бұрын
It seems like since Mazda can make a folding RF top that they can bring out a PRHT on the ND. I have never liked the RF. I would buy an ND IF it had a full power retractable top. I prefer the NC series and am on my fourth one, an NC2 GT PRHT and yes with a six speed auto. This is a 2010 that I was lucky to find on a Carmax lot that was in an indoor collection for 13 years and had just 1500 miles. It still smells new and this auto with paddle shifters shifts faster in manual mode then a manual does. It also revs at a lower RPM at freeway speeds than a manual does so is better for long drives. This is my fourth NC and my first two were manuals.
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is a find 👍
@gokhanozturk5529
3 жыл бұрын
The top can only open and close 10km\h and less than 10 km\h :((
@BlackNAVYAmericanVET
3 жыл бұрын
Put your Mazda in the garage for the water problem, Make your wife park hers outside , And if she don’t like it ,she can go outside too , After you take her credit cards away 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 A MAN AND HIS CAR ARE 1 ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
Luckily all my cars are now comfortably garaged 👍😎
@tomokokishi3066
3 жыл бұрын
You're pulling your handbrake way too much lol
@31186dan
4 жыл бұрын
You bring up some good points. None are dealbreakers but it’s nice to be made aware of some quirks.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Thanks for the watch and comment.
@gorrion.pr.600
3 жыл бұрын
greetings chad ,; I hope you are well, we continue working and you must when I take the baby for a walk, my mx5,, 😂, and part of the things is that you need the door pockets, at least, right?
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
👍
@rivermeermans2560
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I have a 2017 MX5 and Love it!.... For the past few years I always stored my MX5 in Winter as it's a soft top and I didn't want it exposed to the salt and harsh Ohio Winters. Mid Dec 2021 I moved to TN. Now I no longer store the MX5 as it is my main car. It only has about 4,000 miles now. Recently, I took my car to the Mazda dealer to have it looked at as the lights and alarms were starting to act up for no apparent reason. The low tire light would go on but the pressure was fine;, my passenger seat light would light up and alarm would scare the Sh!t outta me while driving it was so loud but the only thing on the seat was a light purse. Recently while driving to an appointment, the GPS started going haywire. Giving me directions then would want me to turn and go in different directions or turn where there was no street it was all over the place. The Mazda dealer checked the tires... they were fine, reset some things and the seat light doesn't go off as often as for the GPS SD card the service guy said he would try to update it to see if it would correct the issue . That didn't work. He told me he had a Mazda as well and he had lost count how may people would come in with the same GPS issue. It was a problem that Mazda cars has apparently and no recall has been issued. He told me that unless I wanted to buy a new card for 500$ he would recommend removing the SD card and using the map GPS on my phone. Seriously? This car is not old.,.. looks new because of the care I take with it, low millage and the only thing I can use the damn screen for is music? I need my GPS. There's no other fix aside from buying a new SD card? One I'll have to replace again because I'm told it's an ongoing issue??
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry to hear that 🫤. You would expect that Mazda would be able to do something to fix the issue.
@86surge90
4 жыл бұрын
Handling-wise, I really like how at 30mph you can initiate a low-speed drift using the lift-off oversteer technique. And for braking-oversteer while canyon carving, it does a slow sweeping motion; it sort of has it. Track driving conditions might better expose these behaviors. For canyon carving, it could definitely use a stiffer rear sway bar. Overall it was fun to drive. This was by renting an automatic however.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Does that mean you intent to buy one ; ) I must admit that I've on occasion played with the low-speed drift you mention - it's so easy to initiate and control.
@86surge90
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor Looks are a big factor for me so sadly no even if I had money to throw away. Although it was fun playing with the retractable roof in public streets. My nb2 fulfills my hooning desires at the moment.
@Dr.Ian-Plect
Жыл бұрын
1:32 'has it's flaws' - great irony
@Kronk82
4 жыл бұрын
I get a test drive. I love to drive with my hand on the shift and I found it a little vibrating, while in Mazda 3 was perfectly quiet and stationary. Is this normal?
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, a little vibration for any manual transmission is normal.
@ThePlaneguys
4 жыл бұрын
Please dont drive with your hand on the shift knob
@Kronk82
4 жыл бұрын
Kevin Wang this is the right car to loose this bad habit 😅
@rworden8159
4 жыл бұрын
Bought a Soul Red RF GTS Grand Sport just before the Covid crisis shut everything down. Love the car, but due to work at home orders and the need to socially isolate, have only 1K miles on it after a half year of ownership. Only one thing about the car bothers me so far... I find the exhaust note to be completely missing. The engine is excellent, much more performance than it gets credit for, and so smooth and linear, but the sound is like any 4-cylinder economy car. Bleah. Will be hitting the aftermarket soon for a CAT-back exhaust.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Actually I don't think the exhaust sounds too bad for a stock 2.0L 4-cylinder. With that said, I have changed out the exhaust to an aftermarket - checkout some of my other videos found on the channel as I compare two aftermarket cat-backs.
@hypnotechno
2 жыл бұрын
Wow what an awesome video I've seen about 500 and this one was the best as you clearly do like the car but wanted to give a "warts and all" view. May I please ask some questions as I am on the verge of buying a 2022 RF 1. Do you still own the car? What are your thoughts now? 2. Do you think Recaro would help the lumbar issue? 3. I have driven older softop and RF and I can't understand the point about wind noise for me was definitely more noise in the softtop, it was flapping in and out. I don't see how the RF can possibly be noisier but if you have read studies I yield 4 I am 6 fit 1 and I think I fit OK but am considering a seat lowering kit, how was your driving position? THank you!!!!!
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Instructor! Although I do enjoy the car, I realize that it might not be right for everyone, so I wanted to make sure that I included the "warts and all" view, ; ) Yes, I do still own the car. The seats still bother my back on long drives. I do believe that the Recaro seats would be a little bit better. Those side buttresses on the RF do add wind noise over the soft top, but I'd still opt for the RF as I do think it looks a little better, and I don't have to worry about the maintenance and security of the soft top. I'm 5'11" and fit perfectly. With all that said, I do still enjoy the car, but sometimes wish it had more power. However, there are other times that I'm winding out the engine and whipping around the mountain roads only to find out that I'm not exceeding the speed limits (by too much), and it's a blast.
@eriknephrongfr8847
4 жыл бұрын
Your wife ‘let’ you buy it.
@DaBinChe
4 жыл бұрын
Yes I don't like the windows not coming all the way up when the top goes back up.
@swartzbay30
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with the wind noiseish... Took my RF over 9 states in October... Same colour as yours. I had the 2016... Yes it's quieter with top down... But... You get way more fatigue in top up as it had a drone that was ongoing at freeway speeds. The hardtop was better for long journeys top up! Top down the noise doesn't matter.
@red5standingby598
4 жыл бұрын
steering wheel, is my dislike. i would like a flat bottom to make it ezer to enter the car. the other 6 thing you mentioned, i have no complaints. I LOVE THIS CAR!!! with the gts package. I had a full Rap, water runs right off.
@curtfox91
2 жыл бұрын
How tall are you
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
5’11” on a good day 😉
@curtfox91
2 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor Im 5ft 11 aswell any issues fitting in the car? Comfortable thats one thing ive been wanting to see a video on fitment cant find any
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
Once in the car 😉 I can find a good sitting position, adjusting the seats and steering wheel to just the right positions 👍. However, I’m still not impressed by the general comfort and support of the seats 🤷♂️
@uzifelner6147
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for bringing up these points to my attention, I was entertaining the idea of purchasing the RF as my second car, but after watching your video, I just changed my mind, the safety issue was my number one concern, as a former biker I am very much aware of what being defensive driver/rider is all about, It can be very stressful, secondly was the noice, I live in a state that every drive is long, even if means just going to the supermarket, we are all spread out, which means a lot of highways non stop driving. The rest are a non issue.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
… and that’s the thing. It’s really a great car, but it’s not right for everyone. 🤷♂️
@scottoworn
2 жыл бұрын
Look at the NC's especially the 2010 or later. More comfortable and bigger and I think better built.
@davidcook5295
4 жыл бұрын
The windows not going all the way back up with out hitting the window up button is a legal safety thing. I’m sure the only reason its this way for to keep attorneys happy.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Having owned other convertibles, I know it's not a required legal safety thing... it's extremely annoying whatever the reason.
@dantespeak138
4 жыл бұрын
Looking at the ND models but your thoughts on the possible manual trans problem gives me pause.It's worth biding my time to dig up info about the trans, I know an automatic just won't do. Would buy an RF even though the NC model RF seems more practical because it entirely retracts instead of having that Targa look and the columns. Do they block your view of side traffic? Anyway a very good review and heads up about mostly small problems that won't prevent Miata fans from buying one.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, the columns do block your view, especially if you test drive the soft top and see how wide open everything is, including the visibility. Thanks for the watch and comment. You're right, this was mostly small problems to an otherwise great car.
@yegork3130
2 жыл бұрын
I drive a 2021 rf and people genuinely don't notice me on the road, especially when I'm in the blind spot
@TheLemonFactor
2 жыл бұрын
You definitely have to drive like you’re not seen.
@melvinplant8637
4 ай бұрын
SO IF YOU DONT LIKE IT WHY BUY IT ,SHOULD HAVE RENTED ONE FIRST.
@TheLemonFactor
4 ай бұрын
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@q-bert6454
3 жыл бұрын
Must be a Chinese made transmission
@martinabrams958
4 жыл бұрын
Chad, loved your video. Plan to test drive a RF and soft top at Norwood Mazda next 2 weeks. Noticed your MA plates. A deal breaker for me could lack of lumbar support. Swore I would never buy a car w/o since have chronic lower back pain at work sitting and need a pillow in passenger side of wife’s BMW X3. Are the recaro seats better or worse for lumbar support. Have seen people insert foam inserts in front or back of seat. Have you tried? Hate to always drive a a pillow behind me moving around. Wind noise at highway speed in RF should not be a issue for me, last convertible I had, a BMW 335 2007 I always drove with top up on highways. Truck smell and noise required it. More concerned regarding high noise levels from road at highway speed similar to soft top. Enjoy!,
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I did not find that the Recaro's provided any better lumbar support - great seats, but not sure about the lumbar. The lack of lumbar support begins to bother me on longer trips, ~45 mins or more, and when I do I use a lower back support pillow. I'd be interested in hearing what you think of the seats. BTW, when I bought my RF, Norwood Mazda was difficult to work with, being slow to respond, and aloof in trying to earn my business. I did test drive the cars from them, but purchased elsewhere. If you're interested in more info, email me - address can be found on the channel website in the "about" section. Good luck to you.
@alangross2277
4 жыл бұрын
These are good things to point out to folks that might be thinking of buying this car, but then it just might reduce the number of great deals on a nice used 2018 Machine Gray, MX-5 RF Club with BBS Package, like the one I got! $25,900.00 with only 8,300 miles; yeah, I smiled all the way home for nearly 500 miles! That said it's rebuttal time! The windows not going all the way up are a no issue for me, because when the top is down my windows are down. After the top goes up, I put the windows up! Easy peasy. Having the top down with the windows up is a no go for me. Steering wheel and no lumbar support are like way tiny little issues, neither of which bother me and I have driven this car nearly 500 miles in one day. The wind noise at highway speeds are pretty loud, but I turn the stereo up (and the stereo could definitely use about 50 watts per channel more, that's my one gripe!) yup it's a convertible! The car size issue is no issue for me because I have ridden motorcycle since 1977; you learn to drive so people can see you. Never tailgate! If you do you'll find you have no paint on the front of your car pretty quickly and on-coming traffic won't be able to see you. When coming up to intersections and side streets more over, a little to the left or to the right depending on which side the traffic is coming from so those driver's will have a better chance of seeing you. Number 7 is one I have only heard of about the early ND models and I have read and watched damn near every review out there. It did give me pause and I gave it thought prior to pulling the trigger on mine! Thanks for the video. Now let's get to your top seven list!
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thorough feedback. I hope you're still enjoying your RF. There's a lot to like about this car - my top 7 list is coming up!
@philguzman6932
3 жыл бұрын
How did the hidden 12v outlet not make the list? It's such a hassle to plug in a radar detector.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
🤔🤷♂️😁
@Zeck88522
4 жыл бұрын
for me its other way around, I get back pain with lumbar support, i always retract it all the way back otherwise it really hurts my back
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I had back issues a while back, so additional support is always welcome, especially on longer trips.
@Zeck88522
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor its weird for me. When I was delivering pizza 🍕 i would extent it and drove for some time few month maybe, and then I noticed my back started to hurt, so i retracted it. Was much better
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
@@Zeck88522 That is strange, different than what you would expect. I hope the back discomfort was temporary and not due to any serious issues.
@jonnyspeed
4 жыл бұрын
One of the main reasons I purchased a new ‘19 RF instead of a used ND1, besides the engine, was concern over the older transmissions. I’m glad to have the warranty.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I did as well. Initially I was going to buy a 1-2yr old used ND1 until I found out about the transmission. Unfortunately, I hear that some ND2s are having similar problems. I wish I could get some stats...
@cornel999
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor i have 25k on a 2017 RF club, no tranny issues yet, but i don't race or auto-x, or push it hard (much). hopefully if it goes after the 5 year powertrain warranty, mazda will be lenient and cover it anyway. i just wish they'd publish some numbers, so we have something more to go on than just anecdotal reports. it would be comforting to know for example that folks like me who don't drive the car to its limits don't have any more issues than any other car with manual tran, my own uneducated guess is the issue is related to the thickness of the transmission housing, since they were trying to save grams everywhere they could, and under repeated stress, it deforms, moves the gears out of perfect alignment, etc. but who knows?
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it’s one of those things about this car that’s always sitting in the back of my mind 😕
@rds4629
3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the review... I guess the blind spot doesn't bother you? On my test drive, I konw they have the sensors, but I hate having to rely on that...
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the watch and comment 👍 with how small the car is and the BSM system, 90% of the time I don’t have any issues. With that said, yes there is a blind spot created due to the rear buttresses and 10% of the time it does cause issues for me.
@johncipolletti6139
4 жыл бұрын
For the price ($35,000) it is one of the best. There is one big problem....fat people and tall people will have a hard time getting in and out.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
You're right.... it's hard to beat the price point.
@gigi9467
2 жыл бұрын
Other than that great video..
@itsrastabanana
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree with #6!! Just got through summer in Florida. Whenever i went through a drive-thru when it rained, water would go through the windows into my car. Most annoying thing ever
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
It’s very frustrating especially when you forget about the problem and it reminds you 😩
@derekharper6031
3 жыл бұрын
that window issue is weird and I suspect easily fixable via a firmware change somewhere as it does return all the way up in the Australian models...
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
It is weird and something I’m still not getting used to with time 🤷♂️. I suspect it’s a US regulation thing 🤔
@gordonclark7632
3 жыл бұрын
Some interesting things to think about and that is how I viewed this. Thinking about the wind/road noise and the water ingress from the roof would make me consider the soft top although as a security issue, the RF would be better. I refer to arseholes who think slashing the soft top is good for access or to jus vent their anger on not being able to own one themselves.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the watch and comment, Gordon! Yes, just things to consider before committing yourself. Having owned a soft top convertible in the past, maintenance and security was a concern for me.
@vidarlys6092
4 жыл бұрын
I agree in all 7 points 😅 but i have a nr 8. The paint on this cars is extremly thin! Mine rf 2017 was messured between 30-60 mú😔 after 30,000 km it dosen not look good😔 i have to repaint the car.
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I have heard people express the same issues and was lucky enough to find out about so that I had PPF installed immediately after getting my car. I'm sorry to hear about your paint, especially on a 2017! Have you considered having the car vinyl wrapped instead of painting?
@maybeerainmaybeesnow
9 ай бұрын
Bruce Willis?!!!
@TheLemonFactor
9 ай бұрын
👋
@maybeerainmaybeesnow
9 ай бұрын
One question: Can you comment on the pillars and resulting blindspots? @@TheLemonFactor
@TheLemonFactor
9 ай бұрын
@maybeerainmaybeesnow I did not find the rear buttresses to be that concerning. Yes, it’s does create a blind spot that’s not present with the soft top, but proper placement and use of your side mirrors along with visually double checking the area and you’ll be fine 👍
@maybeerainmaybeesnow
9 ай бұрын
Thank you! I will have to test drive one!@@TheLemonFactor
@RahulShah87
9 ай бұрын
I sold my 2019 RF. One of the biggest regrets of my life. Will 100% buy one again. The RF looks incredible. It drives amazingly. The shifter feel is incredible. I love that I can get to the top of 3rd gear on the street without feeling like I'm going to jail.
@TheLemonFactor
9 ай бұрын
Why did you end up selling it?
@RahulShah87
9 ай бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor I felt like we're approaching the end of the ICE era. So bought a 2022 Mach-1. Wanted a V8 with the Tremec. That's a very enjoyable car as well but if I'm at the top of 3rd gear I'm going to jail... Didn't have the garage space at the time for 2 fun cars (live in Wisconsin). Since then I built a 4 car garage with enough height to add a lift 🤣. All so I can buy the ND2 RF again after.
@TheLemonFactor
9 ай бұрын
I’m jealous of your garage 👍
@BuhnanaFone
4 жыл бұрын
You hear wind noise with RF roof closed at highway speeds? Thinking of getting auto ND for daily driving on highways to and from downtown Toronto
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Some, but it's not bad. I do have a couple videos comparing sound between aftermarket exhausts and the stock car, which will provide you with the details.
@Lee-70ish
4 жыл бұрын
The rag tops the same with the windows which is ridiculous as only reversing the auto drop detection for raising as well as lowering the soft top would have cured it. My biggest moan is having a CD player below the stowage bin. Nobody using them it’s all flash drive storage these days and without the CD player the stowage bin could be 25% bigger. As for transmission our MX owners club in the UK which has over 6000 members so a really good smattering of NDs has very few gearbox postings other than selector stiffness which is also rare but an occurrence with some older models of the NCs and a few NDs My ND is now 4 years old and still works perfectly , I have to say sometimes failing to feed the the gears instead pushing or pulling the gear selector with a tight grip has been a common reason for selector wear that I have come across In my time . Personally I favour light finger tips or open palm and guiding rather than ramming into gear the only time I use a grip hold is on straight cut gears or a ladder gate such as in Ferrari’s etc
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you... although I don't currently have any problems with my transmission (fingers crossed) I can see the difference between purposely shifting into 2nd gear v. slamming it into gear before things are properly lined up (hope that makes sense).
@Lee-70ish
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor yup agreed it's a slick little box so does not need forcing they slide in like silk if treat as a fine piece of automotive engineering. Which they are
@philryan7254
4 жыл бұрын
Hi there Chad I have a 2017 RF model the same colour as your body actually it's the 1.5 I've sat nav SL I think it is. What you said about the rain on the roof I've been caught out on that several times was absolutely pissed in. I must admit that's the first time I've heard about the gearbox so it is a bit concerning mine's Dan around 26000 miles it seems fine. But the other annoying thing I found them is the fact that the front is very very prone to stone chips in fact I'm going to have to get the front resprayed at some point. Great video great video .Cheers Phil from Newark. In the UK
@TheLemonFactor
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the watch and comment. Like I mentioned in the video, this is a fabulous car, with just a few niggles to complain about. I really hope that the transmission issue is an extremely low percentage of owners, but still it's something I think about. Yes, I have heard about the poor paint quality. I might have included that, but as soon as I bought my car I had PPF installed on the hood, bumper, fenders, etc. as a precaution. Cheers to you, Phil. I frequent London several times a year (or at least I used to : (
@tigerslashii7097
4 жыл бұрын
7: "You AUTOCROSSED a SPORTS CAR? You mad, crazy fool you!" But for real you slept on one dude. The RF has no drain filters for its rain rails. This means that as water goes down into the little holes to drain under the car, the water brings with it leaves, twigs, dirt, and other particulates that can clog the drain pan. The drain pan fills with water and will dump it out once it has enough in it, it's located under the car behind the seats.You can follow the rain channels by pulling the push pins on the panels inside the car behind the seat. Once clogged, this drain pan can overflow onto the carpet behind the seats, as happened with mine after a mere 6 months of ownership. The dealer covered it at first, but future cleanings will cost upwards of $400, as they bill to remove the seat. Definitely not cool.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
I did miss this one. Apparently it’s a very big deal and a PITA to constantly maintain. Nice call out 👍
@tigerslashii7097
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor If there's any possibility you could cover it's cleaning and access that would be great. I can see the drain grate behind the seat, but there's a small access behind the seats I can't figure out how to remove without damaging the plastic. I think that's the service hole to get to the drain pan. Could save RF owners hundreds for each cleaning.
@TheLemonFactor
3 жыл бұрын
There are a couple videos out there already, but I will look into it. Remember too that I have the RF which will be different from the soft top.
@tigerslashii7097
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheLemonFactor Right, the RF is the one that isn't covered as well. Tons of content regarding the soft top.
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