Mazda MX-5 ND | The Buying Story and why not a GT86?

Summary

In this video, Kingsley shares his car-buying journey, starting with test-driving a Toyota GT86 and considering Porsches within a NZD 30-40,000 budget. He was initially drawn to a 986 Boxster but decided against it due to high maintenance costs. A chance encounter with a Mazda MX5 RF at a dealership led him to fall in love with its eager and responsive driving experience. Despite the ND2 model being out of budget, he eventually found a 2020 MX5 RF for sale at a price below market value. After five years of ownership, Kingsley is still enamored with his purchase and plans to share more about his ownership experience in future videos.

Takeaways

• 🚗 Kingsley introduces his 2020 Mazda MX5, a car he chose over other options like the Toyota GT86 and Porsche models.
• 🏎️ He initially considered the Toyota GT86 but found it slow and unresponsive unless driven aggressively.
• 🚘 Kingsley was interested in Porsches, particularly the 911, but found manual options in his budget to be scarce.
• 🔍 He considered a used 2003 Porsche Boxster S but was deterred by the high cost of necessary repairs.
• 🌟 The Mazda MX5 ND RF caught his attention due to its good looks and became a revelation in terms of driving experience.
• 🐕 Kingsley describes the MX5 as an 'eager, happy little puppy' that's enjoyable to drive in any condition.
• 💸 The search for a Mazda MX5 ND2 was challenging due to its higher price and newness in the market.
• ⚙️ The ND2 model's engine was more appealing due to updates that made it more powerful and free-revving compared to the ND1.
• 📉 Kingsley found a good deal on a 2020 Mazda MX5 RF on Trade Me, a New Zealand online marketplace.
• 🏡 After a quick inspection and negotiation, he managed to purchase the car below market value.
• 🎥 Kingsley plans to share more about his ownership experience, modifications, and future plans for the car in upcoming videos.

Q & A

What is the main topic of Kingsley's first YouTube video?

The main topic of Kingsley's first YouTube video is his 2020 Mazda MX5, specifically discussing why he chose the MX5 over other alternatives.

What were the alternatives Kingsley considered before purchasing the Mazda MX5?

Before purchasing the Mazda MX5, Kingsley considered the Toyota GT86 and various Porsche models, including 986 Boxsters and 987 Caymans.

Why did Kingsley find the Toyota GT86 unsuitable for his needs?

Kingsley found the Toyota GT86 to be slow and not eager to drive unless pushed to its limits, which did not meet his expectations.

What was Kingsley's budget for purchasing a car?

Kingsley's budget for purchasing a car was between 30,000 to 40,000 New Zealand Dollars.

Why did Kingsley initially rule out Porsches within his budget?

Within Kingsley's budget, the Porsches available were mostly automatics, and he preferred a manual transmission.

What maintenance issues did Kingsley discover with the Porsche 986 Boxster he test drove?

The Porsche 986 Boxster needed a new clutch, brakes, and tires, which increased the cost beyond Kingsley's budget.

How did Kingsley describe the driving experience of the Mazda MX5?

Kingsley described the Mazda MX5 as an eager, happy little puppy of a car that was enjoyable to drive at any speed and in any condition.

What engine differences does Kingsley mention between the ND1 and ND2 Mazda MX5 models?

Kingsley mentions that the ND2 model has an updated engine with more horsepower, torque, and a higher redline compared to the ND1 model.

How did Kingsley find the specific Mazda MX5 RF that he eventually purchased?

Kingsley found the Mazda MX5 RF on Trade Me, which is a New Zealand online marketplace, through a listing that only showed a photo of the gauge cluster.

What was the initial asking price for the Mazda MX5 RF that Kingsley bought?

The initial asking price for the Mazda MX5 RF was $25,000, which was significantly lower than the car's actual worth.

How long has Kingsley owned his Mazda MX5 RF?

At the time of the video recording, Kingsley has owned his Mazda MX5 RF for nearly 5 years.