Here's a fact to show how good the NC is, and don't believe the negative hype BTW. The NC was on Car and Drivers Top 10 list 8 times, which is more than any other Miata.

I got 2013 club red Miata and I can confirm that sir, people give me compliments all the time.. many time people aren't even sure what is it.. but they think it's a "fast' sports car.

I wasn’t really a fan of this generation when they came out (as I thought it looked a little bloated) but this video helped me to see the beauty in it.

Finally someone who agrees with me that NC Miata is the best Miata 😌 I've been working hard to get myself an NC Miata. But the availability here makes it hard to find one and expensive too

Love my NC. I've driven every generation at this point and I'm 100% biased but the NC is definitely my favorite gen of Miata. I got mine super cheap with 250,000 miles on it with some body damage, but after cleaning it up, doing fluid changes, and some little mods, the car drives like new and is so much fun.

I had a NA Mx5 (Miata) years ago, and my uncle drove it for a week and soon bought an NC mx5 (Miata) because he enjoyed it so much. I recently bought his NC, then modded (exhaust and suspension) it a little and can definitely see the similarities between the generations. The NC is under appreciated as a platform, and thank you for sharing this with people.

Just bought a 2008 Miata Grand Touring NC model with leather, Bose 6-speaker tunes/CD sound, heated seats, with only 30,000 miles on it. It had been hit on the drivers quarter panel and door, totaled by the insurance co., and repaired. With that low mileage it drives like it's new, 166 HP with a 6-speed, and like everybody says, just a joy to drive. You can and I have left a light spinning the tires a little bit and easily chirping 2nd gear just for fun. Just returned from my 1st road trip, and you can happily lock the cruise at 85 on the hwy, and it's rock solid, even at 90 or 95. Plenty of power, great transmission, even has enough low end torque to put it in 6th gear at "50 mph," put the seat all the way back and contentedly roll up and down the gentle curving hills of Hwy 16 from West Jefferson, NC to Wilkesboro, and the engine is happy as a clam and never lugs or moves off that 50mph cruise set.

100% agree with you. I’ve got one NC black series (softop) in Italy! Absolutely amazing. My most fun car to drive along the hill national roads or along the sea shores.

the thing is just adorable. all of the elements on this car just agree with each other. the designers really knew what they were doing

Great looking NC. Serious ding in that rim at 1:50 though.

Love the respect for the NC! I have a 2.5L swapped 2007 Miata and I absolutely love it. Such a versatile car, im glad everyone's starting to appreciate it more

I used to want the NB so much and then the ND only because it's new but after trying the NC I think it's the best of all of the generations combined, comfort and size and handling all in good amounts.

The nc was also my favourite (along with the na) It's just so good looking

@1:50 there is a warped wheel. I would get new wheels for safety reasons. (Put on factory wheels. They look better anyway)

I bought the 2008 Mazda MX-5 PRHT Grand Touring model in the color...."Highland Green", and I have to tell ya, this car will make you feel like you are finally living the good life. Not only does it look amazing, it's comfortable for longer drives, it gives you confidence. The wife thinks I won the lottery. I have to hide the keys now.

I own a 2010 MX5 NC. I love my car. And I've watched every video about the MX5 on KZfaq. This video is right at the top. Well done.

Love my NC1. So classic.

I always felt the NC was a slightly more solid car then the other versions.

Love my NC, such a capable little car. Happy they’re still so underrated and fairly inexpensive to get.

My father test drove this once and spun with it. He said he’s never driven anything like it before. Being rwd and very lightweight

Just picked up a 2010 NC GT PRHT 6MT. I am in love with my boat 🤣

I’ve had one for 5 years and couldn’t be happier. My 2007 fits me like a pair of jeans. Just add a magnaflow and you’re all set!

I got an NC2 to drive it daily, and it is a blast. Following the Lotus philosophy, I just added lightness, and now it is so much more fun.

That test car looks a LOT like te one in my Driveway , a total joy every day I get to drive it , small well handling with a decent turn of speed when worked through the gears - Long may it live

You posted this video 9 days ago which is about the same day I bought my 2022 ND MX5. Everything you said is 100% truth, they are fun cars to drive. I'm loving mine so far. I got the soft top and having a full convertible makes for a great driving experience. I also have a manual transmission. You can't find many cars these days that are naturally aspirated, manual and rear wheel drive that are this affordable. I enjoyed watching your video as I like the styling of the NC Miata's. Kudos!

Couldn't agree more (bc I've got the exact model you show here too... nc2, 2.0, with the sports exhaust, adjustable coilovers and a lsd, plus the folding hardtop) great choice, sir! 👍

I agree that the NC is the best looking Miata design this far. Seems cleaner, more consistent, and more elegant than the ND.

My (since 2017) 2006 NC is finally going to hit the big 100,000 milestone. I'm so proud of it!

I bought one this weekend and pick it up on Saturday I'm so excited 😁 I loved my NB, I'm feeling good about the NC

I still sometimes miss the sheer simplicity of my NA. Few if any electronic nannies (except the seatbelt warning buzzer). I don't miss the rust and the oldness of things constantly having to be repaired or replaced. I nearly cried when I sold it, but without planning to I bought an NC to replace it. I love the modernity of the NC. Everything that needs to work on the NC works better. And I don't really want to pay stupid money to go back to an NA or NB. I bought my NA when it was 17 yrs old; it had slow or non-working power windows, carb-clogged EGR valve and intake passage, idle droop, badly faded paint, etc. I fixed all of those things and many more (like the timing belt, water pump, radiator), it still had rockers rusted to the point of non-existence. I bought my NC when it was about 12yrs old, and it's now about 17 yrs old, but has none of those issues. It had clogged rear drains; I cleared those, took out the seats and carpet and the water-damaged padding, and fixed a few dime-sized rust holes which had developed in the floorpan. I upgraded the stereo and installed a subwoofer. I added an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Not much else other than that in nearly 5 years of ownership. I just replaced the master & slave cylinder and cracked clutch pedal (I probably only needed to do that as the cylinders weren't leaking). Hasn't needed any engine or transmission work (but I think it's time I changed out the fluid).

What you need to know is the NC is derived from the bones of the RX-8. That means a great chassis. Roomier than all other generations!

My man I was a bit annoyed you didn’t rev it out - but your sketch made up for it! -nice artwork

Thanks for adding your size at the end. JUST began my search for an NC and at 6'2, 205, I was wondering if I could even fit in it. Owned 2 Triumph TR-6's back in the mid' 70's and they had plenty of room in the footwells so I was hoping the Miata would feel roughly the same.

I absolutely agree! I love the NC both pre and post facelift. It’s taunt and purposeful surfaces make the ND look pudgy and slow. The hood bulge/chamfer is my favorite detail.

i'm planning on buying one tomorrow! i'm really excited to drive it. it is a 1.8 tho but as someone who hasn't much experience driving high HP cars, i'm not too worried on missing out on anything.

I use to own an NA. But I'm really looking forward to finding the perfect NC miata. The interior looks so clean to me and it just looks classy overall imo

From Japan! I bought mx-5 nc last year I can bought new Mx-5 but I don’t bought because this model is the best car. I like the rear design and electric hardtop！

I love my 2012 as much today as I did when it was new. It really does beat all others in smiles per gallon.

That is one hell of a bend on that wheel rim at 1:53! Wow. Ouch.

My 2015 nc club has been my absolute favorite car. I had a mkiii supra and a z31 300zx so that says a lot

I've always appreciated the way the cockpit looks so small and distinct in the PRHT version. I passed on one before spending a lot more on a 370Z and kind of regret it. The NC has its drawbacks but for anyone wanting an affordable powered hardtop it's a no-brainer. The ND is definitely sexier but the RF Targa top is a pretty big compromise and the price is still a bit steep for many.

My dream car was this. Then I got one…… didn’t disappoint love it so much. Best car I’ve ever owned.

I like the fully hidden hardtop. I just purchased an ND softtop. Mostly chose the softop because the ND hardtop isn’t fully hidden.

M47, 2022. In 2019 I finally decided to get one. The OG is all I ever wanted but over the years I realised I must have had perfectionism and obsolutism that slowly left me. I never liked the NC styling due to how it wimped out on the ibuki concept design. But I drove NAs and NCs and saw that the NC was clearly the better drive and ownership choice. I've driven 50 thousand k in mine since.

I'm surprised you have never done a video on the ND design! Mazda's recent design language has been really on point compared to all the overstyled cars from every other Japanese brand.

This was the first car my twin bought. It's such a fun car. My first RWD car was the E46 330i, both are great, fun driving cars.

NC is the best looking , bent wheel and all the other steering components

I always wanted a miata after I got out of high-school something about a small car, tons of mods, even up to an ls swap. Well thank God when I was 31 i was able to get a NB and I don't think I will ever get rid of it.

Finally somebody who says it. Nicer interior, more space (im 16 and can’t sit comfortably in the previous gens), stock widebody and dual tale pipes. Thanks

8:35 ... "I need to get something like this..." I hear this sentiment all the time from car reviewers, even the well-known ones. They all admire and enjoy the Miata, and I don't think any of them have a bad word to say about the Miata, but they don't own one. Why is that? The only highly popular car enthusiast that I can think of that actually owns a Miata is Jay Leno. All the rest talk about it, love driving it, but don't actually own one! For the reviewer here, instead of saying I need to get something "like this" how about saying ... I'm going to get an NC Miata! Or tell us all why you hesitant about getting one! - Cheers!

I love my 2009 NC GT….best car I have owned….and so right about how much fun to drive. And you’re right about the value….bought mine use and I can sell it for a lot more than I paid for it. But is a keeper, going to give it to one of the kids when I’m older. What makes if more fun is that we have winters here and its NOT driven then so it sits in the garage for summer waiting for me. I also never drive it in the rain as I only drive it top down.

Was honestly waiting for you to film yourself behind the car and say *"Thissssss is the Miata NC"*

I have not watched this video yet and I already agree. Proud owner of a 2012 special edition and going from a 91 you do miss the pop-up up-and-down headlights but everything else is identical

The exhaust note sounds pretty decent does it have stock mufflers?

Hi, a very nice review. I also like the NC as that engine has a greater potential than earlier engines and its a great platform too. Are you from Sweden ? I can hear a ”tone” of Swedish in your accent.

Thank you very much! Liked, subscribed and shared. My absolute favorite KZfaq channel by far.

I think my 2008 Grand Touring PRHT in Highland Green is the nicest looking car in the world! Plus, it's an automatic! How's that for taking a stand?

I agree, i love the NC. Im getting one soon❗️👍

I just purchased a 2007 NC Grand Touring with a 6 speed. It has just over 100k on it so, I am doing all fluids and spark plugs before I really drive it. So far, it is awesome. The guy I bought it from had over 50 calls about it partially because he underpriced it. I feel like I won the lottery.😂

I love the Frank Stephenson and Doug DeMuro approach to this video! And yeah! I think the NC is just the perfect balance as modern [the front end and interior] and retro [the rear end]

Do you know which spoiler they have on their NC? I want one like that for mine!

This one looks seriously good in black with those wheels and lowered suspension too 👌

This is gonna become on of those “I wish I bought one when they were cheap” cars 😭

I just bought an ND 4 months ago. I love it, but I do like the styling of the NC

Just bought an ND. Got to admit NC is really cute. 🥰 Especially after the facelift. Don't get why so many dislike it😂

Great video format!! keep it up :)

I think the NC might be my favorite Miata. I like that it is bigger!

i love my 2012 in sparkling Black mica, paddle shifters and all!

All the Miatas have their plusses and minuses. In the end, I believe the NC2 provides the most flexibility in terms of comfort and upgradeability. I'd rather get a 2022 Toyota GR86 than upgrade to a ND2; until then I'll enjoy my supercharged NC2.

@Bembli what is the stereo in this car that shows torque?

Before I bought my ND2, I was super torn between it and the NC3 club model. The NC is great, possibly the best suspension design out of any Miata, pretty much the same as the RX8 suspension design. I know the newer models (NC / ND) don't get as much hype as the older models but they are far superior in handling, and just outright performance in general. And the soft top NC is not nearly as much heavier than anybody thinks it is.

Hi dude, like the content. Took The plunge, and bought one, a Week ago. I smile, a lot. I went all In. New exhaust, tyres, brake pads, its quick enough for me. 👍 Am very broke now lalol 😂

Sure would like to know where he found that rear lip spoiler. The PHRT rear lip spoiler is more rare than hen’s teeth. Mazda USA didn’t offer this as an option for the PHRT.

It’s funny. I didn’t even know I was supposed to hate the NC until I really got into Miatas and purchased an NB.

Thanks, a really nice review. I don't care for the Silver upper dash...are there any options? Also, what is your accent Sir? Just wondering.

Just picked up a 2010 GT w 69k miles 2 months ago, I love it !

Help, anyone have advice on a less cost to replace both FOB for 2015 MX-5 Miata Grand Tour 2.0L Hardtop?

the nc is timeless

I bought a dark blue NC to replace my ageing 2002 NB. But though it looked beautiful, it was the NC I sold six months later, and stuck to the NB. On the open road the NC was better, but around town the NB is more nimble, and that's what I love about MX5s. The NB has done 325,000km and is still going strong (though I am gentle with it).

I've got a 2017 ND RF, and I'm a bit jealous of a couple of things. This hardtop drops completely away, while mine is essentially a Targa top. Safety I guess, but I'd rather have this top. The info screen here looks more integrated, mine looks like an afterthought, and doesn't function all that well.

In 2020 I bought a 2011 PRHT special edition in Dolphin Grey with light grey leather seats, so much fun I can hardly stand it, I drive an XC90 with my kids during the week and it's fine but this one brings a smile to my face every time :)

Love the short gears! I like the looks of this gen. Wheels and height help to the stance. PS: that E36 looked and sounded SOOO good! 😍

Any idea what wheels are on this??? Thank you kindly

Don’t know if it is the “best ever made” but I like my NC a lot. I would never, ever have a convertible top with an automated operation. I had a Mercedes once…

I daily drive one of these! I have a marble white NC1 (prefacelift) and it's been a great car. I'm planning on upgrading its suspension and brakes. It doesn't need anything else I think.

I noticed a touch screen on the M5, is that an after-market accessory?

Absolutely love my 2008 GT Hard Top. For the price it's a no brainer for fun and reliability and parts are dirt cheap to keep this thing moving!

Looks like your right front alloy wheel is bent. My cousin has an NC 2.0L that I drove many times, while it is a great car I definitely prefer my ND2 2.0L, lots more power, lighter, better handling. I had 240Z, an NSX, a 2008 Lotus Elise R, an NB 1999 10th Anniversary, a 2016ND1 and now an ND2 184. Thanks for the video.

We love this nice little race car ! 2005 -- 2015 ::::::::,the best 2009 --2015 FOR EVER !

I bought a 2015 last year in silver. My only thoughts have been “ should have done it sooner “ . And yes, they are getting harder to find and more $$.

I agree. The NC is the best. Hydraulic vs electric in the ND is a huge difference. Also, the exhaust is a deal breaker from the ND.

Just scored a 2008 HTC with just over 40K miles, one owner, 6/speed, Bose CD changer, 💕💓💞!

We got a Miata NC before knowing the "Miata purists" hate it. The purists don't like the extra space and couple hundred extra pounds. They hate the glove box, knee vents, larger trunk and extra leg room apparently. Whatever. We don't give a S@@@ what anyone thinks of the NC, we think it is the best by far as it is the most practical for us. We plan to take long road trips in it, something you can't do in the other generations. The trunk in the other generations might only be large enough to put a pair of shoes in.

Got one and I love it.

Simply beautiful Miata!!!

After many cars I get myself 2014 2.0 perfect car. Soon will go for bbr super 200 to make even more fun.

Another plus for this car is you can make the most power if u want than any other generation. You can do a durtec 2.5 swap And 2009 and later models have forged internals.

Hey man just had some thoughts on your review. Maybe try to drive the car on a twisty canyon road so we get an impression of how the car handles and feels. Driving it on flat straight regular streets doesn't really give us a picture of how the car would preform other than in a daily driving scenario. Love the vids tho!

was an NA elites till i test drove an NC...now i own it.

I’m an outsider when it comes to roadsters but I’m itching for one. I’m tall but still looking at either the NC, ND RF, or s2000. But I’m surprised at the hate the NC got. I think it’s fantastic