Miata Mailing List: September 1999, Message #339

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"Gryn, Mark" wrote:
> 
> Hi all, a few newbie questions for the list.  I've gone through the FAQ at
> www.miata.net, and here's what I've got left.  I have been looking to test
> drive a Miata for awhile but my local dealership (Windsor, Ontario, Canada)
> has not had one in for about 4 months (though I call every darn week!).
> Anyways...
> 
> 1.      I'm ~6 feet tall (~180cm), a minor concern of mine is that the car
> will be too small for me.  Will my head be hitting the top (if it's ever
> down!)?  If you're 6'+ and driving a Miata, could you please let me know to
> allay my fears?  FWIW, I've driven the 99 Mustang and it had enough headroom
> for me.  I may have to end up ordering the car without a test drive rather
> than waiting forever for the dealer to get one in.
> 
> 2.      Assuming I'll end up with a new '99 or '00, my plan is to get the
> standard Miata w/optional leather package.  Are there any other options that
> are a _must_ get when I buy the car?
> 
> 3.      I may also look for a used Miata, and have already downloaded the
> 'Buying a used Miata guide' from miata.net, however, are there any model
> years I should avoid? I plan on using the car for my commute every day, ~30
> miles a day, and we have about 2 months of snow/slush every year.
> 
> I'll save the rest of my questions until after I get the car ;)
> 
> thanks in advance - mark

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Debbie & "Elmo"
99 Classic Red "Valentines Day Gift"
St. Peters, Mo.

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