Miata as first car? Suggestions?

[Senor_Taylor]

Yup, Matt and I took a 95 Miata with the 1.8L on an hour + "test drive" with no intent to buy. The steering response was amazing. I've never felt something feel so much like a go-kart. I fit WAY better than I thought I would. (Seat all the way back) and I didn't mind the lack of power at all. It was blast revving it out all the way through the gears and not even speeding. It sounded so nice with the stock exhaust, I can't image how sweet it would sound with a nice cat back. (I can't imagine it wouldn't be cheap considering the car is 2 feet long). I love the simplicity and it's funny how every time I drive a new car, the shifter gets shorter. 7.3 powerstroke, Toyota Pickup, Celica, E36, and then the chode of a shifter the Miata had, which felt very nice. Everything was so simple and clean and the engine bay was probably the least cluttered thing I've ever seen. The clutch was so nice and light, I can't imagine getting tired of it.

My only gripe was the origami I had to make my right leg into to hit the brake people. Other than that, I was impressed by the interior space and it was surprisingly easy to get in and out of, at least with the top down. The pedals were the perfect size and I had no trouble hitting them even though I was wearing big boots. I'm definitely very excited about looking for Miata. Let's make this happen!