Like all pure sports cars, the Miata is a recreational implement rather than a transportation device. Practicality doesn't apply here. There are many sports cars that deliver a lot more performance. But the new Miata is far from slow, and its agility measures up with the best for far less money.Like everything else in life, the Miata hasn't gotten any cheaper. As it enters the new millennium, the base price has crept up from what it was a decade ago, about $14,000. Still, with a base price of $21,180, it costs a lot less than a Porsche Boxster. In terms of automotive recreation, the Miata delivers a lot of value. The Miata is extremely reliable. Just check the oil and it'll run forever. Most people who sell their Miatas do so only because they need a bigger car.
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