Might be too late for a question, but that buffeting starts to happen from what speed ? I rarely drive on highway. I'm in the market for an ND, and I'm not sure whether to go for the ST or RF. Also, being in a hot climate (Mediterranean coast) the choice isn't obvious. Some people say to get the RF because it's actually often too hot to have the top down. What's your experience in CA, which has a similar climate ? Thanks
I couldn’t justify getting a Boxster, Cayman with the Subaru Impreza / WRX core engine, after owing a Boxster in the early 2000. I am just happier with my MX5 RF GT.
Thanks for your review. I have a 2024 Select Sport. I found ou that if I left my usb cord atttached to charger port with the engine turned off, it was still charging the phone. In the last 20 years, my other vehicles did not do that. I understand cars that do this can drain the battery down through time. Since where I live has a lot of potholes, I'm going to dread the end of this year with rattles in my car after watching your experience😢
Hey James I know I am a little late here but I wanted to say is you have some great points for example shorter gearing smaller more minimal feeling interior but one thing I think that's better about the cayman/boxster imo is the car is mid engined and also has a frunk and trunk to make it more daily driveable. At the end of the day both cars are great and both have their pros and cons.
I'm watching your video in considering buying a Mazda CX30 ( I'm from Vietnam). You explain everything about the car in a very easy-to-understand way. I can watch your video to know more about this car and improve my English. Thank you
Hi James I just wanted to say I enjoyed your video and you're very informative on the information that you bringing I just wanted to tell you great job man and I hope like life is going well and you are awesome
I like longer gearing. 5 speed is ideal IMO. I'd rather have more torque and less gears. I had an older car weighing 1800 lbs, 150 ft/lbs of torque and it was lots of fun with 4 gears. Get on a curvy mountain road and the 6 speed gets tiring after awhile.
I agree the soft top looks better. My local Mazda dealer had a late model ND in dark green with a dark tan/brown top that was to die for. This is a mystery to me because AFAIK none were made so it must have been custom. Anyway, I would likely go with the RF since it would be my only car and for an only car I'd prefer the quieter more solid interior experience.
All great points, I have some things to add if I may… I have a Gladiator as a second vehicle and honestly with a fiberglass roof you hear everything; if you’re someone who gets bothered by wind noise then you shouldn’t be looking into a convertible (no matter the type) to begin with 😂 As for weather protection, if it’s your baby and you want to keep things as close to perfect as possible…. Invest in a really durable cover for the whole car. It’s well worth it, especially if you like in a colder climate like I do. This also helps keep things as clean as possible so maintenance is a breeze. With vehicle this small you want to be driving much more carefully because you’ll be more difficult to spot right off from other drivers, especially if you’re behind much bigger vehicles as an example, but while to RF is great, you have huge blind spots that can make things a bit more squirrely All these things are my opinion and everyone is able to refute them if they wish, but I just thought I’d add my two cents
Hi James. This video and the 25,000 one is very helpful. I have a cx30 now and at the 5K mark. When do I go for an Oilchange? 8k or 16k I'm very indecisive as every dealership has very different approach. Any suggestions would help. When did you go for your first oilchange, Thanks in advance
Yup, fully agree on all points, and I recently opted for the ragtop on my 2023 GT. It was mostly due to that open, freeing feeling you get when driving with the top down. With the RF, you don't quite get that.
James, excellent review. If I could make one additional (relevant) point it would be that those of use who live in colder climates (I'm from Canada), there are not many days where it is possible to drive with the top down, due to the weather. For those of who do not live in sunny California, an RF version is a must. Again great review James. Thank you for that.
Great review and agree 💯 on the engine overpowering the traction. Have the AMR version which is a beast but better handling and chassis much more adaptive. The looks and sound are unlike any other and AM exclusivity part of the allure.
My MK7 Golf R was recently stolen and totaled. Been looking for something around 40K. Was thinking of a low mileage F22 m240i LCI... Or a new G42 230i with the $3,150 M sport package, and The $1,900 dynamic handling package which would add up to about $42k all in. Sure, I'd be getting the B58 in line 6 in the F22, But it'll be pre-owned. I've also heard that the 230 does feel a little more playful and light on its the m240i. Or maybe just get an OG M2 and be done with it lol
On the battery. New batteries dont last like the old ones you are lucky to get 2 to 3 years on the new one i had old interstate and die hard batteries last for a decade before failing. The new ones are made cheaper but cost more and last half as long. I had a new deka only last a year be suddenly failed. The new ones don't warn you either it used to be you would have a couple hard starts then nothing these new one just quit working all together at one moment.
I just bought that exact car yesterday. Just to add something to DIY oil changes, make sure you hear that click when you unscrew the "new" oil container and don't blindly start dumping the oil in without checking it. I got used oil in a container once from the auto supply store. Someone had scammed the store and brought it back for a refund as unused. The oil I got was darker than a coal miner's arse. Luckily for me I caught it right away and the store believed me when I told them what happened.
i prefer the v6 style front grille to the ss style. so this lt1 with the 6.2l v8 is the best of both worlds to me. too bad 2020 was the only year with that dark green color
