Just a FYI.. Fab9 sells a gauge that replaces the oil gauge and has actual oil pressure, oil temp and coolant temp. Also, the seats aren't the best, but I am 5''9" and they are plenty spacious for me. I have plenty of legroom, my seat isn't even all the way back, and I have plenty of headroom also. Comparing the NC 2.0L to a K-series is also a little odd.
I own a 2012 Grand Touring with RHT, six speed standard. It has 42K miles on it. I am the second owner, I bought it with 30K miles on almost 3 years ago. I have no issues at all with it. Except I agree with you about the seats. Long drives there is just not enough padding, I use a car seat pad for additional comfort. My NC-2 is the best car I ever had for fun. BTW, good video!
I’m 6’2 and I fit in with decent room so idk what you’re on about bout saying taller people don’t fit if you’re 6’3 i’d say your to tall but if you’re shorter than that you’re good
It's more about torso length than overall height. His 6'1 must be more in the torso than legs. I have an NC1 and fit just fine at 6'0, but I don't have a long torso, and the NC1 seats are about 1" lower than the NC2 seats.
At the 11:03 mark, where you show the black NB, I'd like to know IFFFFFF I can put that front lip splitter onto my NC???? And if so, where can I get it??? Thanks.
Flying Miata have masses of aftermarket parts for the NC ! Great service also . Also the NC is the most awarded Miata of them all & I recon the best engine & gearbox. I have a 2010 nc3 . It’s the only one I can fit into at 6ft 3in .
I believe that the fitment issues based on height are mainly affected by the upper torso length. Im 5 ft 10 with longer legs than torso and fit perfectly. Im part of the big boy club and still fit with zero issues.. So, if you have along back then you might have a problem, but if youre mainly legs, then you should be fine! (Getting the aftermarket header is absolutely worth it :D )
Anxious to hear all about your NC upgrades. I'm 6'2" and 185 pounds and on the NC my head touches the hardtop and has about 1/2" clearance on the soft top. The NA, NB, and ND are too tight all around. So I'm excited to see how you address the 4 (plus more) things you don't like about your NC.
13’ owner here- owned jags, several Audis, Alfa -omg fiat n other goofy euro stuff-enjoyable vid!! Choices r few now so thank you for carrying on the marque-🏆
Setting an NB for track might be a little cheaper but the overall performance would be way lower. A NC with coilovers, track pads and track alignment is faster on track than a well prepped NB
Looking at getting one. What do you all think after being current or previous owners? Currently own a 2016 f150 and commute with it to work so will likely pay for half the payments in gas savings alone.
I like your NC videos. Very insightful. Have you ever driven a 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider? I see comparison videos with the Fiat and ND Miata but I’d be curious about how the Fiat compares to the NC. I’m leaning toward buying an NC but have seen some decent prices on the Fiat.
Thanks! I found a good deal on the Fiat but really want an NC with the PRHT. I’ll keep searching for the Miata. Those are tricky to find and then when I do find one the deal isn’t right. Perhaps I’ll have better luck as we move into fall and winter. Keep up the great work on the videos!
@@NerdOsiris I'm 6' 1" and drove my '14 Miata from NC to CT with just quick gas and pee stops. No issues. I am just 174 lbs though. Larger people (as in weight) would probably have a bit tougher go at it. A Miata has more room than one would expect. I'd say 6' 3" and "trim" 190 would be "OK" comfortable, but a bit tight.
@@waynepurcell6058 That's definitely comforting. I'm 6'0 (I'm really 5'11 but I round up for tinder) / 180 so that's definitely comforting to hear. I've had a MR2 and an older Miata in the past and long trips were a drag because of it. Also side note, I live in NC now - do you ever attend the TMR events? ( I just got a new miata and plan on attending those soon )
The tranny is fine, it’s just a cast shift fork snapping from slamming shifts. I’ve been pushing 250whp in my turbo for 30k miles on the old box. Unfortunately the issue with owning a K series mean every other 4 cylinder is lacking.
Hell yes, aggravating as hell. I'll add in the virtually useless cupholders for those of us that just like cruising scenic roads with the wife. Never in my life would have thought some simple shit like a damn cupholder would make a difference in a vehicle until I bought my first Miata lol. I still love my NC though. Best model of the best car ever made.
@@waynepurcell6058took me a while to see this lol, I don’t think the Miata has a best or worst generation honestly. I’ve driven NA6,NB2 and NC3 and I love all the same but the NC is the most comfortable by far
i own a 2012 GT. i find it is best suited as a back road fun driver... not as pleasant on the highway, not enough power and i don't feel it hugs the road at 70 or 80 MPH.... i have bought Xida coilovers for it, but they are not installed yet
I'm 6' and fit in my '13 NC just fine, except for stop light vision. However, I don't ever recall breaking my neck and becoming paralyzed while looking under (or over) the main top sill checking the lights either. Other than stop lights I'm fine. I always wear a ball cap and have around an inch of clearance from the top (Grand touring Retractable hard top). Seats absolutely suck. I would even appreciate some suggestions on better seats (lower budget area). Not interested in race seats. I'm 57 myself and wife just a bit younger with a bad back. Looking for decent seat for me and just pure comfort for her (she's 5" 3").
Seat recommendations are always a bit tricky with street cars because you lose the airbags. That said, Sparco makes some nice reclineable street-based seats.
BRZ/GT86 seats are a great fit (slight mods to brz rails) won't suit over 5'10 as you don't sit back as far. (mainly for how close you will be to the steering wheel as the seat is deeper so doesn't push your torso nack as far).
Wankel engines suck, literally. Gas, oil, and apex seals going early. All sucking cash straight out of your wallet. I speak personally as a previous RX-7 owner. The car almost made one feel like they were riding a motorcycle with its quick pick up and shit, but the downsides sucked majorly. If any auto company ever delivers a Wankel engine capable of at least 25-30 MPG and basic durability of around 150,000+ miles, I "might" consider one again. again.
lol at the 2nd gear « torque limiter », I challenge you to do blind test and you won’t be able to tell the difference. Also, consider self tuning with RomDrop and you’ll be able to change a bunch of things including the ECT gauge scaling.
What a whiner....the car is what it is...one of the most lauded sports cars of all time....my previous 2011 PRHT was lots of fun...my 2018 ND is more of the same.
I have some double adjustable coilovers for the NC for sale, if you are interested. They got revalved a few years back and have zero miles on them since.
Sounds like he picked the wong car. Too tall a driver, didn't consider the engine when truly compared to the K20, it'll never compare to a k20. Only valid complaint is the temp gauge. Time to buy another Bimmer. I love my NC. Had an NB it was fine but NC is hands down a better driver.
thats a bit concerning. i didnt know it had an oil pressure switch and it uses and algorithm to calculate oil pressures. i was relying on the gauge to tell me if stiction remover was ok in the engine or not. i saw the needle a bit higher but not much higher so i thought it would be ok. looks like i need to reevaluate
CAI, tune, header (alpha 2 bolts right up to stock exhaust), and these cars are great. Even better is that with a 2.5L swap ($400 at the local LKQ out of a Ford Fusion) with some cams and valve springs puts 205 to the wheel (with something that that NA/NBs SERIOUSLY lacked... torque). If you don't fit in an NC... you certainly don't fit in an NA/NB. Who cares if the oil pressure gauge doesn't show direct PSI... either you have oil pressure or you don't.... don't like it? drop a digital gauge in there and call it a day.
I hate one thing about my nc. I hate getting gapped by an f150 service truck loaded with ladders when im doing freeway pulls. Come on mazda throw the turbo 4 out of the crossover suv in there and make a proper miata.
I mean, with just a header you can run mid/low 14s in the 1/4 mile. Not sure how you're loosing to service trucks unless they are modded Ecoboost or Coyote V8.
i gotta nc 25ae (3.75), BBR stage 2 turbo, 305bhp, most fun car ever, and i've owned every variant of nissan skyline, toyota supra's, mustang gt 5.0, Evo's mk3 and 6.5. The only car close to the mx5 turbo, in fun terms, is a highly modded nissan silvia S15 R.
Stop saying hate...these are features you don't like...which is radically different than hate.
It’s just a TH-cam trick to get people to click and watch man
But this is how TH-camrs clickbait 🙄
Yea these are all high class first world problems
You can buy the modified seat belt guides from a Mazda dealer , cheap as chips & fixes the sticking belt problem.
Just a FYI.. Fab9 sells a gauge that replaces the oil gauge and has actual oil pressure, oil temp and coolant temp. Also, the seats aren't the best, but I am 5''9" and they are plenty spacious for me. I have plenty of legroom, my seat isn't even all the way back, and I have plenty of headroom also. Comparing the NC 2.0L to a K-series is also a little odd.
I own a 2012 Grand Touring with RHT, six speed standard. It has 42K miles on it. I am the second owner, I bought it with 30K miles on almost 3 years ago. I have no issues at all with it. Except I agree with you about the seats. Long drives there is just not enough padding, I use a car seat pad for additional comfort. My NC-2 is the best car I ever had for fun. BTW, good video!
what cars u got before ? for a context
pls respond ?
im thinking about nc or 350 z
I’m 6’2 and I fit in with decent room so idk what you’re on about bout saying taller people don’t fit if you’re 6’3 i’d say your to tall but if you’re shorter than that you’re good
It's more about torso length than overall height. His 6'1 must be more in the torso than legs. I have an NC1 and fit just fine at 6'0, but I don't have a long torso, and the NC1 seats are about 1" lower than the NC2 seats.
Love to see fresh mx5 nc content. Looking forward to more of it :)
I hate nothing about my 2011, PRHT mx5. Oh and at 6 feet tall I fit with about an inch to spare. John...
At the 11:03 mark, where you show the black NB, I'd like to know IFFFFFF I can put that front lip splitter onto my NC???? And if so, where can I get it??? Thanks.
Flying Miata have masses of aftermarket parts for the NC ! Great service also . Also the NC is the most awarded Miata of them all & I recon the best engine & gearbox. I have a 2010 nc3 . It’s the only one I can fit into at 6ft 3in .
I believe that the fitment issues based on height are mainly affected by the upper torso length. Im 5 ft 10 with longer legs than torso and fit perfectly. Im part of the big boy club and still fit with zero issues.. So, if you have along back then you might have a problem, but if youre mainly legs, then you should be fine! (Getting the aftermarket header is absolutely worth it :D )
Sorry man but youre not tall with 5ft 10. im 6.2 but fit just ok in the NC. Gonna do a lowering mod soon tho for more space
Anxious to hear all about your NC upgrades. I'm 6'2" and 185 pounds and on the NC my head touches the hardtop and has about 1/2" clearance on the soft top. The NA, NB, and ND are too tight all around. So I'm excited to see how you address the 4 (plus more) things you don't like about your NC.
13’ owner here- owned jags, several Audis, Alfa -omg fiat n other goofy euro stuff-enjoyable vid!!
Choices r few now so thank you for carrying on the marque-🏆
Setting an NB for track might be a little cheaper but the overall performance would be way lower. A NC with coilovers, track pads and track alignment is faster on track than a well prepped NB
Looking at getting one. What do you all think after being current or previous owners? Currently own a 2016 f150 and commute with it to work so will likely pay for half the payments in gas savings alone.
NDs have the best MPG.
I like your NC videos. Very insightful. Have you ever driven a 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider? I see comparison videos with the Fiat and ND Miata but I’d be curious about how the Fiat compares to the NC. I’m leaning toward buying an NC but have seen some decent prices on the Fiat.
Yes. Not a fan of the Fiata, power delivery is boring -- all mid range, no top end power. More fun chasing the red line in a Miata.
Thanks! I found a good deal on the Fiat but really want an NC with the PRHT. I’ll keep searching for the Miata. Those are tricky to find and then when I do find one the deal isn’t right. Perhaps I’ll have better luck as we move into fall and winter. Keep up the great work on the videos!
My stock seats on my 2013 Club fit me just fine. I drive to Florida to Michigan every year and with a bad back. Still no problems.
How tall are you bud?
Same for me too. At 5’10” my head or even hair doesn’t touch the roof.
@@NerdOsiris I'm 6' 1" and drove my '14 Miata from NC to CT with just quick gas and pee stops. No issues. I am just 174 lbs though. Larger people (as in weight) would probably have a bit tougher go at it. A Miata has more room than one would expect. I'd say 6' 3" and "trim" 190 would be "OK" comfortable, but a bit tight.
@@waynepurcell6058 That's definitely comforting. I'm 6'0 (I'm really 5'11 but I round up for tinder) / 180 so that's definitely comforting to hear. I've had a MR2 and an older Miata in the past and long trips were a drag because of it. Also side note, I live in NC now - do you ever attend the TMR events? ( I just got a new miata and plan on attending those soon )
OMG i love your wheels and tires. Can you tell me the size of rims and tires. Brand??? Thanks so much
The tranny is fine, it’s just a cast shift fork snapping from slamming shifts. I’ve been pushing 250whp in my turbo for 30k miles on the old box. Unfortunately the issue with owning a K series mean every other 4 cylinder is lacking.
My only complaint are the seatbelts, they get stuck too often
Hell yes, aggravating as hell. I'll add in the virtually useless cupholders for those of us that just like cruising scenic roads with the wife. Never in my life would have thought some simple shit like a damn cupholder would make a difference in a vehicle until I bought my first Miata lol. I still love my NC though. Best model of the best car ever made.
@@waynepurcell6058took me a while to see this lol, I don’t think the Miata has a best or worst generation honestly. I’ve driven NA6,NB2 and NC3 and I love all the same but the NC is the most comfortable by far
I own one. I'm just glad this channel exists to be honest haha. I love the car!
i own a 2012 GT. i find it is best suited as a back road fun driver... not as pleasant on the highway, not enough power and i don't feel it hugs the road at 70 or 80 MPH.... i have bought Xida coilovers for it, but they are not installed yet
I'm 6' and fit in my '13 NC just fine, except for stop light vision. However, I don't ever recall breaking my neck and becoming paralyzed while looking under (or over) the main top sill checking the lights either. Other than stop lights I'm fine. I always wear a ball cap and have around an inch of clearance from the top (Grand touring Retractable hard top).
Seats absolutely suck. I would even appreciate some suggestions on better seats (lower budget area). Not interested in race seats. I'm 57 myself and wife just a bit younger with a bad back. Looking for decent seat for me and just pure comfort for her (she's 5" 3").
Seat recommendations are always a bit tricky with street cars because you lose the airbags. That said, Sparco makes some nice reclineable street-based seats.
BRZ/GT86 seats are a great fit (slight mods to brz rails) won't suit over 5'10 as you don't sit back as far. (mainly for how close you will be to the steering wheel as the seat is deeper so doesn't push your torso nack as far).
At least they’re not as bad as the NB2 leather seats🥲
I might settle for one, since CA hates Rotaries. But in all seriousness looks like a fun car to learn in
Wankel engines suck, literally. Gas, oil, and apex seals going early. All sucking cash straight out of your wallet. I speak personally as a previous RX-7 owner. The car almost made one feel like they were riding a motorcycle with its quick pick up and shit, but the downsides sucked majorly. If any auto company ever delivers a Wankel engine capable of at least 25-30 MPG and basic durability of around 150,000+ miles, I "might" consider one again. again.
lol at the 2nd gear « torque limiter », I challenge you to do blind test and you won’t be able to tell the difference.
Also, consider self tuning with RomDrop and you’ll be able to change a bunch of things including the ECT gauge scaling.
driving while blind sounds dangerous. 😜Maybe your butt dyno needs to be recalibrated if you can't tell when the car limits torque.
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat prove me wrong then ;)
What a whiner....the car is what it is...one of the most lauded sports cars of all time....my previous 2011 PRHT was lots of fun...my 2018 ND is more of the same.
I have some double adjustable coilovers for the NC for sale, if you are interested. They got revalved a few years back and have zero miles on them since.
Ha, the 2009 model didn't have this bumper.
2013 was the first year for that bumper cover, but he could have replaced it.
Agree, why have gauges that aren't gauges? But I love how these are cheap and fun.
Sounds like he picked the wong car. Too tall a driver, didn't consider the engine when truly compared to the K20, it'll never compare to a k20. Only valid complaint is the temp gauge. Time to buy another Bimmer. I love my NC. Had an NB it was fine but NC is hands down a better driver.
whats your wheel's (Rim) name?
My only gripe of your four hates is the seats. I agree, they are not great.
thats a bit concerning. i didnt know it had an oil pressure switch and it uses and algorithm to calculate oil pressures. i was relying on the gauge to tell me if stiction remover was ok in the engine or not. i saw the needle a bit higher but not much higher so i thought it would be ok. looks like i need to reevaluate
Adding a true oil pressure and temp gauge to mine in the future. Eyeing the RotaryTronics dash setup...
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat if you do make a video! definitely curious on that
I'm 188cm aka 6 2 but slim, i fit well in the nb tbh, the nc is even better
CAI, tune, header (alpha 2 bolts right up to stock exhaust), and these cars are great. Even better is that with a 2.5L swap ($400 at the local LKQ out of a Ford Fusion) with some cams and valve springs puts 205 to the wheel (with something that that NA/NBs SERIOUSLY lacked... torque). If you don't fit in an NC... you certainly don't fit in an NA/NB. Who cares if the oil pressure gauge doesn't show direct PSI... either you have oil pressure or you don't.... don't like it? drop a digital gauge in there and call it a day.
7:31 9:20 I saw those fellow miata nods 😎👍✨ lol
😎😎😎😎
bro is crying he cant fit in a mx5 nc wen being 6.1ft... im 192, about 6.3ft. and fit in perfectly without mods...
u mad
replace a mzr L5 in this car will make u catch up the k series 😊
So what does this say about your selection criteria 🙄
I hate one thing about my nc. I hate getting gapped by an f150 service truck loaded with ladders when im doing freeway pulls. Come on mazda throw the turbo 4 out of the crossover suv in there and make a proper miata.
I mean, with just a header you can run mid/low 14s in the 1/4 mile. Not sure how you're loosing to service trucks unless they are modded Ecoboost or Coyote V8.
@superluminal51893 I fix the problem. I got rid of the miata and I bought an A45 AMG. No more problems with pick up trucks at all
... really complainin abt the stock engine of a mf miata... lmao ofc it aint no k series
Desperate for clicks, are we?.......
A big person buys a small car with a renown weak engine and what they complain about? The car is too small and the engine is not powerful. Duh!
I knew i should have bought a Ford 2.5 Short Block Engine when I my original 2008 2.0L engine wen Kaboom!!
Wow, a hole lot of whining! I’m 6 ft 220 and fit just fine.
It's a deep hole
I agree I love the way I feel in my 2008 GT
Second that on the puddle of tears thing. My seat fits like a racing glove and no seatbelt issue. The only problem I have is keeping gas in it.
You do know Mazda has a revised part to your seat belt guides right?
Yes, I literally said that in the video.
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat No one fully listens, not me and certainly not my viewers either. 😝
Actually this is the NC3...
2009 is NC2, he just has a NC3 bumper on it.
i gotta nc 25ae (3.75), BBR stage 2 turbo, 305bhp, most fun car ever, and i've owned every variant of nissan skyline, toyota supra's, mustang gt 5.0, Evo's mk3 and 6.5. The only car close to the mx5 turbo, in fun terms, is a highly modded nissan silvia S15 R.
You should consider not speaking every single sentence with the exact same inflection melody.
no
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat The inflection is a little irritating.
Idk why’d buy a car you don’t fit in
That car is sick yo
I think I’ll keep my Gt
Mk3.75.
~ GrandpasCasket
I would still get an nc miata over a bmw any day.
Ill stick with my Z4.
Don't compare the k20 to the miata engine dude what are you even doing you say yourself it does not compare than dont
You just need to sell it bro.😢
He keeps saying he's driving an NC2, which is wrong, he's in an NC3. Sheesh.
It's an NC2 with an NC3 front bumper. I know more about my car than you do.
this video is lies the nc miata is the perfect car (nc miata > litteraly anything else) JUST GET GOOD
after watching more bro did no research he dosent mention other specs fix these "problem"