HIGHLIGHTS
- Well presented
- Third generation
- Low mileage
- Full-service history
- Exceptional condition for its age
THE APPEAL
With over 33 years behind it, the Mazda MX-5 has become one of the most fun and best value for money Japanese two-seater convertibles on the market. So what does the Mazda MX5 offer? They have excellent handling, and this model has the bigger 2.0 litre engine, which makes around 170bhp, equalling plenty of fun. There is a good-sized boot, making day to day use very practical, and the roof can be lowered in seconds; it just unclips from the inside and easily folds back.
The MX-5 we have here is the facelift third-generation model; the vendor is just the second custodian to have the pleasure of owning it, and between them, they have covered just 35,680 miles which are backed up with a full service history. It was serviced just under 500 miles ago and was given a fresh MOT in November, which it passed with no advisories. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get into a reliable two-seater convertible and have some fun, affordable, open-top motoring.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- V5 is present
- UK Registered 22nd December 2005
- Latest MOT passed 23rd November 2022 with no advisories
- One previous keeper
- Full-service history
- Serviced 498 miles ago
- Owner's handbooks are present
- Selection of service invoices
- Dealer printout of service history
THE INTERIOR
- Original condition
- Black leather interior
- Air conditioning
- Heated seats
- Piano Black dash trim
- The instruments are reported to be working correctly
- The odometer shows a reading of 35,680 miles
- MP3 factory head unit
- All of the switchgear is working correctly with no signs of heavy wear
- Electric windows are working
- There is a very small amount of creasing and minimal colour wear to the driver's bolster.
- Inside the boot area is clean and tidy
- Jack and tools are present
THE EXTERIOR
- Finished in Sunlight Silver Metallic
- Presents well
- The bonnet, doors and boot have a matching panel gap
- Headlights and fog lights are free from any splits or cracks
- The rear lights are free from damage, and the clear lenses appear to be free from any excessive scratches
- The roof is in excellent condition with no apparent signs of any wear
- Badges are in good order with no tarnishing
- There is a small dent on the edge of the wheel arch on the passenger side wing
- Overall the car is in very good condition with just the odd age-related mark, as you would expect for the age of the vehicle.
- The windows look in good condition, with no noticeable scratches or chips
- The wheels are the originals; there are some small marks and chips to the rim but nothing too excessive.
- The tyres have a good amount of tread remaining
THE MECHANICS
- 2.0 litre 16 valve
- 170bhp
- Six-speed manual
- Last service 35,182 miles
- The car starts up as it should, with no hesitation
- It is reported to pull well through the gears
- The gear change is smooth and precise
- The brakes are working as they should, with no issues or juddering through the pedal
- There are no knocks or bangs reported to come from the suspension
SUMMARY
With just one previous keeper and 35,680 miles, backed up with an excellent history, this 2005 Mazda MX-5 is undoubtedly a modern-day classic which offers enormous fun at an affordable price and is easily very capable of being used daily. Or you may save it for the weekends and take it out for a spin with the roof down on a brisk winter morning (maybe with the heated seats on).
The MX-5 has a huge following, so you'll never be too far away from other fellow enthusiasts who share the same passion for this much-loved, iconic, two-seater convertible.
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