I’ve had both, plus a Porsche Cayman, a Z4 and recently a supercharged F-type. I sold the jag as money was tight and bought an MX5, 37k miles, one owner, 2007 mk3. Most fun car ever! No one gets it but as this chap on the video says, you fall back in love with driving! Plus it only cost me £4K!!!!! Fab car!!

@charlesosbun9381

Жыл бұрын

Amen, Adam!

@harleyretallick1426

Жыл бұрын

Did you get the 1.8 version or the 2.0 litre I’m struggling to find a 2.0l version but could get my hands on a 1.8 litre in good condition low miles 10 plate. Would you say the 30 hp makes a difference or is it just the raw feel of the car?

@harrisonmurphy2424

11 ай бұрын

​@harleyretallick1426 NB owner, with a car of this weight 30hp of pure engine power actually makes a huge difference in feeling.

@rebirthofthecool5619

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like you're living in a dream world and congratulations for buying the model most worthy of the hairdresser car of the year award.

I’ve had my mx5 nc for 4 years and every time I get in it I smile. I’ve never owned a car that does this and I’ve had a lot of cars.

@aniki937

3 ай бұрын

Never owned an S2000 I guess haha 😉

I live in China, the price of NC has been rising in recent years, you can't believe it, it has been twice as expensive as TT, I am very happy to drive NC, but China is a big country, and it needs to be driven for a long time, so I choose to drive TT every day, but it must be mx5 on weekends!Great video ！Good luck to you

I think the MX-5 has a purity aspect over the Audi TT. It is designed to be a roadster from the ground up. No turbo, no power rear screen. Just simplicity.

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Completely agree! It's night and day in feel! Thanks for watching more videos pal!

@Corinthian44

10 ай бұрын

Absolutely ; no unnecessary frills, front engine, rear drive , and the best fun you can have round corners . I'm on my 4th one , two Mk 3s and 2 Mk4s , I've owned them since 2008 . At 85 , I'm getting on a bit , but top down all year round is a must , and unless it's chucking it down with rain , you dont even feel it. At my age, my last car , and I couldn't do better !

@MH-fb5kr

7 ай бұрын

The Audi was engineered to be a roadster from the get-go

Love it, generous mix of humour and quality consumer advice. Awesome that you acknowledge not everyone out there is a driving enthusiast. Keep em coming Jimboy!

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much mate, what a fantastic, kind comment! Really appreciate that! 😊

Really like these back-to-back comparisons between the two cars, with the non-sugarcoated +realistic overview. It reminds me of 'JayEmm On Cars' when he compared his Lotus Evora to the Cayman GT4. Keep up with the great work. Subscribed!

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Wow! There's a compliment I've always wanted to hear! I'm a massive JayEmm fan, so thank you very very much indeed! Thank you so much and for subscribing too!

Completely agree, the TT isn't really a sports car but instead a small GT. Great review though, love the vs style of comparison!

@ascelot

3 жыл бұрын

My family bought TTs both turbo diesel variant, one was reliable, other wasnt, but I did find them fun to drive, and since its not the softop, has decent boot space.

You had me at 'wafted'. Excellent again!

Yet again another fantastic review!

When I saw your channel I thought it said 977K subs I watched the MX5 MK3.5 vid and then I saw you only had a few videos then I saw you had under 1k subs, and I literally said out loud "HOW!" Keep up the good work you'll make it one day ☺️👍

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, this is my favourite comment I've read in ages! I really appreciate that! I'm excited just to tip over the 1k subscriber mark! I thought I'd only ever get 100 views or less per video! Thanks so much again and I hope to see your face pop up on the future videos!

I have a mk2 version of both cars. Love them both. Mx5 is much more agile, cheap to maintain and will probably go up in value so long as the rust is kept at bay, just have to be careful in the wet with the back end. TT is so much quicker, refined and much better on longer journeys especially motorways. The first day of owning the TT I never stopped smiling due to the performance. I remember people saying it’s so much fun to rev out the mx5 thro the gears something I didn’t really get until owning the TT, in the Audi you can only rev it out in 1st and 2nd otherwise you’ll be over the speed limit if you did it in 3rd. Owned the mx5 for 2 years and only the cam sensor needed replacing (£15 fitted in a couple of minutes), only owned the TT for a month so early days yet, but just make sure it’s got a good service history. Mx5 service history not so important, more important is the body condition (sills and arches). TT definitely a great gt car for daily use, mx5 weekend fun or short journey daily.

@tag22061

2 жыл бұрын

A month later, how's the TT treating you reliability wise?

@jjkingkongjjracingstar8410

2 жыл бұрын

@@tag22061 Good timing with your comment. PCV valve needed replacing, made a noise like a pulley wheel nearing the end of its life. Supposedly a common fault

@jjkingkongjjracingstar8410

2 жыл бұрын

@@tag22061 done 7,000 miles now in 5 months nothing further gone wrong other than the pcv valve, I also had a Stage 1 tune for lat 3,000 miles

@tag22061

2 жыл бұрын

@@jjkingkongjjracingstar8410 Glad to hear the TT's treating you well! And do you recommend the Stage 1 mod? Mine's still stock, but loving it.

@jjkingkongjjracingstar8410

Жыл бұрын

20,000 miles in just over a year. Some kind of pump went on the Quattro system so also had an oil change and filter cleaned, cost £750. Revo Stage 1 excellent 0-60 in just over 5secs, do not buy cheap remaps or ones that haven’t been tried and tested. MX5 needed some welding on the sills, cost around £700. TT also burns oil compared to MX5. Still love both cars

Great review. I had no idea the tt was built on the golf platform! Look forward to more videos!

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million pal! Really appreciate it! I think we're up to 5 reviews now, they've been great fun so far. I've got 2-3 videos filmed and in the editing process and a HUGE stack of cars ready to review next year, it's finding the time to drive all around the country at the weekends to fit them in haha! And with lockdowns too! Thanks for the sub and hope you enjoy the future vids!

Another great review buddy.

Agree about the platform. Golf is to the TT what RX8 is to the NC Miata.

Great video, really interesting comparison.

Enjoyable as usual dude. Interestingly the mk2 TT has a bespoke aluminum chassis, so it wasn't based on the mk5 golf as is commonly thought.. this though makes it a little more dissapointing again that it isn't more engaging- actually considered one myself before the '5'

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much mate! And ahhh nuts, no way!? Well, you'd never know it sadly, it really did feel like my MK5 Golf GTI with electric steering instead of the hydraulic steering of the GTI. And yeah, the '5 might be missing some creature comforts but the way it makes you feel on each drive more than makes up for it!

I hardly ever watch videos all the way through but I thoroughly enjoyed this.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Steven, I really appreciate it! I'm glad you enjoyed!

Great review

Great comparison - love the style!

I had an mx-5 for 3 years...fun but it killed my back. Now looking at a TT Roadster simply because of interior build quality, trunk, and seating comfort. (Florida native with a garage, approx. 5'11, 180 lbs)

Great balanced review... 👍👍👍

Had three mx5s, thinking about TT. Thank you, excellent and very thoughtful review, apart from wishing a crash on another driver!

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

😂 😂 I appreciate that and I sadly agree that I regret saying that too! It's my number one KZread regret haha!! Really the TT is the car that can work in your life and actually cover lots of categories in one. The comfort and practicality jump is huge but the driving experience (for my tastes) is a long way behind. But I'm now at a point in life where I'm finding the MX-5 harder to justify even though I absolutely love it still!

Really well balanced and completely fair review. Fyi, we went down the MX5 path and love the car but as an over 6 feet tall gentleman of a certain age, a bit more comfort and space would be nice.

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, John. Massively appreciated. I still think you made the right choice, those little journeys in the MX-5 feel special even if they're flawed 😁

What a great review

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Stan, and thanks for watching the F-Type review too!

Loved the review bud . I'm sure if you owned a tt you would find the fun in it.driving your brother's car gave you responsibility to not push your personal limits.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much pal and there are definitely sportier variants of the TT that I think would be more rewarding to drive - a TTS coupe for example would really fly and I think I'd have said quite different. I have driven it hard and tried to find the limit but I've just found it doesn't have a playful chassis in comparison to cars that dance around on the limit and feel really alive. But now that I live in a different town entirely and my roads are SUPER boring, I seriously value comfort and a wonderful place to sit over the 1 percent of drives being sportier!

Great review, perfect summary, from a “down 2 earth” guy. From Audi and mx5 owner

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, James. These comments really genuinely boost my day, I much appreciate it.

The TT isn’t a sports car, it’s a front wheel drive tank with a soft top. I looked at all the options for a sports car and never could come up with better option than the MX5

@demon1954

2 жыл бұрын

MX5 as standard is a sporty car rather than a sports car.

@nahcuh9140

2 жыл бұрын

3.2 v6, 2.0tdi, tts and ttrs are all AWD

@MrChimpeh

Жыл бұрын

@@nahcuh9140 it’s a front bias system which only shifts power to the back when the haldex determines it, we have an NC 2.0 sport MX5 & a 3.2v6 hardtop TT and love them both for different reasons. The Mazda is a joy to drive slowly (feeling like it’s going 100mph when it’s doing 50) and the Audi is a rocket ship

I enjoyed watching this really nice review mate. What wireless mic are you using?

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much pal. I really appreciate that! It's utterly fantastic: RODE Wireless GO. About £150 (or dollars really) and rechargeable by USB C. The transmitter is also a microphone or you can plug a lavalier mic/small shotgun mic into it. I've been really impressed but have decided to add a neat little Lav mic into the mix now. Haven't tried it for the KZread channel yet though

Nice vid chap, had me chuckling! Different cars, for different people.....the 3.2 TT might put a mile on ya face, if not feeling through your fingers!

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

😂 Thanks very much pal, I'm glad you liked it! I've also thought the same thing, that wonderful engine would more than make up for it and the Quattro would come into play over our crap winters! I do respect the TT, I think it serves as a very usable sportscar that a lot of people first jump to from a hatchback. It serves its purpose very well

@dgbourdon1325

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 Agreed. Your content is refreshingly funny, real, and yet informative. 3.2 Q makes for potentially big bills tho! I am selling my motorcycle to join the sports car club again.....I have had Boxsters, Audi A4's etc, but to feel the thrill of a bike in a sports car....for little money. MX5 it is I think!

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

@@dgbourdon1325 that's made my day, thank you so much. And I completely agree regarding your car comments! Take a little look at my latest video regarding the rollbar replacement on the MX-5. I'm no safety expert so it's worth a pinch of salt there but definitely worth thinking about/factoring in price-wise in my opinion

@dgbourdon1325

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 Cool, will do. I have my eye on a 2.0 venture edition....

Great review! Hope you’re gonna do a mx5 vs e85 Z4 review as well.

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! That's funny you say that, have you seen that my most recent video is the E86 Z4 coupe vs E89? I think you'd enjoy! I'm thinking of hounding '@itsjoel' for a go in his vs my MX-5!

@keesjan4255

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 ooops, I saw that one actually! 🙈

Love the review - I'd like to buy an MX5 RF, but I'm now kind of thinking of buying a TTS for its practicality. Its bigger trunk and quatro makes it a more "daily" usable choice for me, even when going in vacations (cannot imagine going uphill in the Alps when it's snowing with a RWD car) - However it will be less fun to drive than the Miata. Difficult choice... It's just me and my wife and we don't want kids, but the Miata is really too small to have it as our only car.

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Stefan! I have to say, I had the MX-5 as my only car for a while and it was the times that I required more practicality or lots of long distance driving that I started to fall out of love with it. I came very close to selling because it was too often the wrong tool for the job. BUT I got a cheap Honda Civic as the daily and now the MX-5 is my weekend/summer toy - and I absolutely adore it again. It's without doubt the better driver's car, it really punches against cars several classes above! My brother still loves his TT convertible and it does a great job of not being too small for lots of their needs. Also, if you got the quattro you could technically handle some snow with the right tyres. The guys from Everyday Driver always did winters in the GT86 with proper winter tyres without issues, so don't worry too hard about RWD if you have the right set of tyres. Have you decided what to do yet?

@stefanck

2 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 Thanks a lot for your feedback. I would definitely fit winter tyres on if I'm going into some winter holidays. Not decided yet, I'm going to try the MX5 next Friday 🤭 I was thinking to buy 2 cars as well, but parking space in Paris is already a luxury so 2 cars is a no-no. Will let you know when I make up my mind haha.

@stefanck

2 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 Yo, just a heads-up. So I went to try the Miata and I was surprised actually by the trunk space. The car dealer told me it can fit 2 cabine lugage, which I think it's acceptable for us. I tried the 2.0L 184, it's really such a pleasure to drive and actually quite a comfortable ride with the basic package. I'm still thinking, really don't wanna rush it to make the right choice but the Miata clearly has the lead in my heart.

Good video😊

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, Gordon!

That road rage cracked me right up😂 nice one

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

What's funnier is that in the analytics you can see that's the precise moment a bunch of people thought 'what a dickhead' and bail from the video 😂 😂

@adrianbrzostek3163

Жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 No way! 😂😂 If anything, that made me want to keep watching! Keep up the good work. Love the videos 👍

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

@@adrianbrzostek3163 😂 😂 thank you very much sir!

Thanks for this. I’ve owned a mk 1 MX5 and TT and have been trying to decide between these 2 next. I think this comparison is same with the mk1s.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

Good review! I've got a mk3 but to be honest it needs to be compared to a tts or a quattro. the standard tt is only a little more powerful but weighs a lot more, and is fwd as well.

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much pal! And I agree, it's hard to do an Apples for Apples comparison when you've got so many variants of the TT platform, but yeah I'd love to drive the Quattro with either the 3.2 V6 or a remapped 2.0 TFSI. That would add a real punch and give it more legs to stand on for the fun factor. I still have a lot of respect for the TT and times I've wished I was in one, but overall it's the MX-5 that makes me glad I spent money on a properly fun car.

@macartworks2228

2 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 very true mate, let's face it the mx5 is a more true drivers car. But only the quattro versions are just about on level with the nc, if you get hold of one with a map on the 2.0tfsi or the v6 with a loud exhaust you may change your mind.

When you pointed out the virtues of one car I was convinced that that was the car for me. Then when you described the virtues of the other I thought, no this one is the car for me. I flipped like that for much of the video. I'd be putty in your hands if you were a car salesman.

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha that's great! Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it! Do you have a favourite after all?

@simongoodwin5989

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 Yes. But I won't drive a wedge between brothers by telling you what it is.

I'm debating this very issue with myself....I had a boxter s and I liked it but I always felt like I just wanted to push the seat a little bit further back. Which of these two is the most comfy with leg room and arm room etc? After your reviews I'm swerving to the MX5 NC at present. Cheers.

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Simon, That's very interesting! How tall are you? I'm 6ft and my brother 6ft 2 I think, I fit in both just fine but before I had my seat lowered with new brackets my brother didn't comfortably fit in my NC. Now we both fit in much better and he happily drives it. Ultimately the TT has much more interior space and is definitely more comfortable - in S line spec like above, the seats are great in the TT and you have more legroom generally. Less fighting the steering rack with your knees 😂. That said, I'd have my MX-5 every single day really. It's that much better to drive, more peace of mind to own and it's still definitely comfortable despite not being spacious. I drove 7 hours yesterday across country with no problems in my NC. Have a look at my rollbar video though, it's absolutely worth factoring in price wise if you or passengers will sit above the original rollbar. I recommend driving both if you're unsure ☺

I've been wondering this exact same question. My father currently owns an MX5-ND and it's super fun to drive, but the TT is just a lot more powerful and is much more practical (especially the Coupe version), with it's much bigger boot and higher driving position. I feel like the MX5 gets to be too much of a sport's car to use daily.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

It's a really tough one isn't it! The NC MX-5 is the most spacious both to sit in and has the biggest boot, but even so it's very limited. It was my only car for 1.5 years and it got a week's grocery shopping in for my girlfriend and I. It just couldn't carry extra stuff on top. If you pack smart you can be surprised but I do love having a bit boot in my Civic! The TT coupe I'm yet to drive but I can really see the appeal in that mega practicality (in comparison). If it were my only car, I'd think about the TT but the reliability really plays on my mind. The MX-5 is literally the most reliable sportscar (in the driver surveys) every single year. So it's a joy to own as long as it can be considered a toy compared to the do-it-all daily

last sept when i was looking at buying a car it was a choice of the TT or mx5 i choose the mx5 and after watching this video the driver in me is saying "dogged a bullet on that one" seriously tho if you want driveing go with the mx5. if you want luxery and looks go with the TT

Great vid....nicely done...however, at the end of the day... with the TT you end up being a typical Audie driver when behind the wheel, as your vid displayed. 2.30 in!! Product of your environment!!!!

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha haha I was ready to be offended by this comment and then got to that part like ohhhhh that's great hahahaha. Thanks very much mate, glad you liked the video too!

I have driven both. My friend loaned me his TT for two weeks while he was in Europe. Yes it was a solid car and definitely more luxurious than my 1990 Miata. But when it came time for me to buy another car. I bought a 2016 MX-5 because it is so much more fun to drive. It's lighter, smaller and it gets compliments daily. I had 427,800 original miles on my 1990 when it was stolen. With that kind of longevity, why would go to another car? Zoom Zoom!

@petrolpoodle6617

7 ай бұрын

Totally agree! They drive SO differently don't they! The MX-5's are compromised in many ways but they just make you smile and feel like you're treating yourself to a fun journey each time!

I have a Mazda Mx5 2012 hardtop 2.0 engine! I love it 😎👍

@petrolpoodle6617

2 ай бұрын

The best!

Mmmm, good review, but two completely different cars. Having owned a TTS (Golf R but with more style) and then a TTRS, if I wanted a fun driving car, it's the MX5 every day. Mind you, if you want to be a hooligan, try the TTRS, but still I reckon the MX5 would be more fun on the UK's roads and you'd probably stand a better chance of hanging onto your licence! 😃

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more! It's the MX-5 for me for 99 percent of driving but I do get why the TT and TTRS work better as an all rounder

Spot on. The TT is an everyday, enjoyable convertible to feel special in. The MX5 is more for actively driving and having fun, but it's also cramped inside. I had a MK3 MR2 that was far better to drive than the MX5, in fact the Mazda was dull by comparison, but it had no boot and wasn't practical at all. Depends what you want. As an only car the TT is perfect, but it still depends on what you want and your own circumstances.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

A perfect summary! Agreed!

@philip771

Жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 I thought I'd get some stick for that! But honestly, having driven an MR2 I couldn't understand all the fuss around the MX5. Now, an Elise.....

Hi! Can you please tell me where you got the plastic tray for the mk3 mx-5 boot? I've searched everywhere and cannot find one.

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Johnny, I'm so sorry to say that it came in the car, I had no idea it was special! I wish you the best of luck pal!

Big difference, Rear-drive is nothing like a front-drive. The other issue is reliability and upkeep cost, so it is no contest. It's a matter of style vers substance. Whichever you value more. The Mx-5 wins on those two important factors

@Dirpitz

Жыл бұрын

I'll keep my 3.2 V6 4wd and my hard top, not a fan of floppy cars with small engines xD

@robluck21

Жыл бұрын

@@Dirpitz we all have our priorities

@harrisonmurphy2424

11 ай бұрын

​@dirpitz6157 Enjoy the ridiculous amount of extra weight too 🙃

@Dirpitz

11 ай бұрын

@@harrisonmurphy2424 Tell me you know nothing without telling me you know nothing. The difference between them is 55kg, the 3.2 has a smoother power curve and even with the 'ridiculous' weight has a better power to weight ratio. Add to that that I'm a very slim girl who weighs like 50kg and I have no rear seats in mine, lightweight wheels mine is likely lighter than most 1.8T cars if we were to just drive onto a scale. The 3.2 is faster accelerating, higher top end. But as you were foolish enough to @ me, I'm a motorsport engineer, funnily enough a turbo specialist, now why would someone who's entire career is to work with turbos avoid turbo cars and go for NA cars? Well reliability, power delivery and the noise. Now sit down little boy I've stripped more VAG turbos than most people in the world.

@harrisonmurphy2424

11 ай бұрын

@dirpitz6157 Well I'm pretty sure even the older TT is about 1400KG which is 400KG heavier than my MX5 not 50KG so not sure what you talking about Mr Motorsport...

This guy could be a pro ,really like his style . About to chop in my TT 225 for an MX5 NC 3.5 sort tech coupe as I got a bit bored with Audi and just fancied a change as a weekend toy . Yes the Audi is rapid with lovely Bauhaus details, but dare I say a wee bit boring and perhaps somewhat effete.

@petrolpoodle6617

7 ай бұрын

I've just seen this 3 months late somehow! Thank you so much, what a seriously kind comment! How did the swap go? What are your thoughts on the NC?

Had an NB facelift for 15 years. Just traded for a new TT Coupe quattro. Yes the MX5 was fun fun fun but the TT is much faster and much higher quality. Sad to say bye to the Mazda but so much more comfortable on my daily drive.

@petrolpoodle6617

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I completely get it! I'm now at an age now since recording where I actually appreciate the refinement more too

Hey great vid !!! Thanks. What would you choses between à Clio 182 and a Mazda mx5 mk3. Pleasure wise

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Mk3 MX-5 feels better to drive for sure, the inputs just feel amazing in comparison and you get far more joy driving in the boring conditions I.e roof off on the sun. I also prefer the interior too. The Clio punches back with the fact it's practical enough to be a daily car and also personally it gives me confidence to throw it about more in the corners. I'd still pick a mk3 MX-5 over it though ☺

@stanislasdembinski4160

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 thanks a lot and continue sharing some great content, greetings from France

I have an MX5 NC myself and love it. Just add a quality manifold and exhaust and BBR cams and you have the same power as the Audi.

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Oh god yes, I so want to go that route but good gravy, you're looking at £1200 minimum to £2000. It's on my long-term list though!

One is slick, the other is more industrial shaped. One is purelly atmoshpere, the other is turbo. One is rwd, the other is fwd or 4x4. One is JDM as much as it can be, the other comes from german school of build. It all comes to personal liking.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, and for me now, I'm really seeing how much where you live can decide the right car for you. I've since moved to Hastings and my driving consists of long, busy A roads and boring hilly stop starts in traffic. At which point, a TT becomes the better car than my MX-5!

Very well done I actually considered both, now its clear to me that I prefer the MX 5. Could you also take a look at the Volvo C70 and the Saab 9-3 - both Swedish Cabriolets with 2+2 seats and both are real secret tips. ;)

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed this comment from so long ago! I'd love to review those! If you know anyone with one, send them my way!

I have always admired the MX 5 and my previous car was a 1.8 Audi TT but im in 2 minds as to my next car. Currently own a BMW M135i which i love but after 4 years im ready for a change and miss the roof down weekend cruises. Stuck between an Audi TTS roadster or a Mazda MX5 NC and still stuck even your excelent review and comparison \0/

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

I tell you what matey, grab yourself a drive in a properly sorted MX-5 and you'll see the light 😉. I worry the TT would feel like a muted and less engaging version of your BMW whereas the MX-5 will be completely its own experience. If you can test drive a BBR 185 or BBR 200 of the Mk3 MX-5, please do that too! That'll fill the speed gap between your BMW and a standard one if you're a fan of straight line speed. But to be fair the regular Sport Tech is still so much fun! TT makes a sensible cruiser but no drive ever felt truly fun.

One you can fit in and the other you can not if your long legged? Driving comfort is key too.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

It's a weird one, I know of people who are 6ft 3 who fit in the MX-5 and other people who are 6ft 3 and don't! But yes the TT is a far comfier place to be and more accommodating too!

I debating between the 2, i don't think i will trust the reliabilty of the Audi. What do you think is more reliable between the 2?

@petrolpoodle6617

5 ай бұрын

Super easy answer - the MX-5! Go for it! Just be careful of rust when inspecting before buying. You can find cars the have been rustproofed every few years ☺

@Travel_addict_81

5 ай бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 thanks!

"The answer is always MX-5."

Would love to know how it compared to a mark 2 3.2 Quattro

@petrolpoodle6617

10 ай бұрын

Me too! I think that engine has so much character and would add a lot of drama to the equation! Plus the added quattro jazz would be fun! I think in coupe form the TT makes a lot of sense too tbf!

Can you please let us know what went wrong the your brother's TT that he had to fix? Thanks

@petrolpoodle6617

11 күн бұрын

Sorry for the slow reply! My memory serves that he had some leak regarding I think the valve cover gasket which took out some spark plugs and coil packs. But I think the first time he fixed it, they didn't identify the cause so it just happened again! I can't remember what else now as it's been a while but I think he had some roof leak issues too + one other irritating thing re: the engine but it wasn't catastrophic

The good cars I've had: bmw 735i. BMW 320d touring, 184 hp, Jaguar x type, 234 hp, slk 320, 218 hp, 206cc 110, mgf 120. Mx5 nb, 140 and mx5, NC 160. Just.guess which ones I prefer.!

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, those are some seriously impressive motors you've had there! I would say the MX-5s have left the biggest impression when it comes to driving fun?

@patrickguernsey4929

2 жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 yes, you're right, especially the nb. I have got the nc recently and maybe there is some small work to be done so that it could be as good as the nb.

Its the mx5 for driving and cost of ownership. The TT is nicer to be in but costs double or triple to own.

Ill get an mx5 to keep for years and years to come... the TT ill sell when the warranty runs out...

Tt of course,

@petrolpoodle6617

11 ай бұрын

It's the car that lets you live more of life with less compromise and yet the MX-5 is the one that brings a different level of driving joy! Having held long drifts on a track day in mine, it's something the TT couldn't replicate. But hey, road driving is the majority of our time!

You're the first English person I've heard say "off of".

The TT is a Golf floor pan. I drove one at the Audi launch some years ago and was totally underwhelmed.... So boring.

I had a Chrysler Crossfire that blew the TT away in every way. I just traded it in for a MX5d

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

That's really interesting! You're the first Crossfire owner to have commented (that I know of!). I'd love to experience one actually. How does the MX-5 compare? Do you miss anything?

@twistedsanity623

2 жыл бұрын

Doubt that a crossfire can blow any TT away... no offense... but glad you made the right decision with the mx5👍👌

Maybe consider an early lotus Elise

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Oooooooo with extra cash I absolutely would! I don't think Elises start at £5-6k do they? But yes what absolute machines!

Audi hasn't problems with rust, bad gear box,leak differential, hard suspension,cheap interior...but mx5 has all of that:(

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

The MX-5 definitely has horrendous rust issues (I cover those in my MX-5 review and forget to mention it here) but the rest aren't common. Haven't seen anyone speak of a bad gearbox or diff in the owner's group. The cheap interior is definitely noticeable next to the Audi's, but when it's the only interior you see each day it's not an unpleasant place to be. They both have their weaknesses but I'd pick the MX-5s personally. Still enjoyed the TT a lot though!

@dale4853

3 жыл бұрын

I’m on my 3rd mx5. Never had to take them to the mechanic. Rust? Hard suspension? Which cars have you been driving?

@asphalthedgehog6580

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, a NC can rust, but I treated mine carefully and don't drive it in the wet. It's a 2006 with original soft suspension exchanged by a B12 setup and swaybars. Still soft. So: buy a Citroën DS. That's what you call soft. Here VAG Specialists on their web site have fixed prices for the rebuild of the TFSI engine. Does not give much confidence, does it...

@waynesimpson2074

3 жыл бұрын

@@asphalthedgehog6580 The 'trade' call that engine the ' Totally F-in 5h1t Idea'. My VAG technician relative knows of a simple sequence of events which will right off that motor even with the ignition off? Don't let it rock, in gear, up-hill, from cold.

why not both, boxter s

the TT is nice, but it ain't a Miata.

Audi TT Vs Mx5 like adult to child cannot vs together

Was actually at the point of considering either of these two cars. Bought mx5 nc :) Previously had a 2020 m135i

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

A great choice! How come you sold the BMW?

@sajeelchughtai1765

Жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 Thanks! Beemer was nice but sold it as it was very costly to run (I knew it would be a tad costly but not as much as it came out to be)

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

@@sajeelchughtai1765 yeah they're brilliant machines but it's easy to have those costs stack up and make you actually question if it's giving back as much joy as it's costing in pounds! Welcome to the club though, can't get many more smiles for fewer monies!

@sajeelchughtai1765

Жыл бұрын

@@petrolpoodle6617 too right there, thanks man! super happy with it, smiling everytime I drive it ;)

Who the hell equates German with reliability? I really thought he was joking at first.

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

I know! German cars are usually pretty unreliable, I've had so many bad experiences but apparently the TT isn't too bad. My brother's hasn't gone too wrong since but I'd stick to my Japanese cars for now

Why are we comparing cars that cost 20k different?

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

They were both bought for around £6000 only 1 year apart in age. They sell for the same money here in the UK. Where are you based?

The mx5 has the interior quality and handling of a base model MK4 golf. The TT does not handle like a mk 5 golf with sports suspension, it turns in much quicker, admittedly there are sharper handling two seaters but the mx5 isnt one of them. Fun doesn't mean good handling, the body roll is ridiculous.

@petrolpoodle6617

25 күн бұрын

I have to say I do disagree on nearly all fronts there - but that may be down to the fact you may have driven the pre facelift MX-5 NC. They had ridiculous body roll prior to substantial upgrades of and the facelift ones like mine. Also a Sport vs non-sport spec makes a large difference. Mine still had plenty of body roll but it didn't translate to it handling like a barge. It could keep up with 500kg Caterhams in Wales with ease. Having driven it on the limit on a track day, the rear end sustaining long sweeping drifts and whatnot, the MX-5 is in an utterly different league to the TT's more front-heavy, FWD form with no LSD and dead steering. The exact 50-50 weight balance and RWD nature letalone weighing less and having beautiful hydraulic steering, it's chalk and cheese. I can't compare it to a Quattro TT in coupe form, I'm sure there's a world of difference there and I'd love to try one. I did own a Mk5 Golf GTI and that drove superbly (with the older hydraulic steering and extra stiffness), so that's not supposed to be a slight to the TT for feeling like a Mk5 anyway.

Done well in life 😂😂 It's a sales rep car! MX5 for the real driver. TT for the loser. 🙂

People look at the TT all wrong, it's not a sports car it's a Hatchback GT. It's basically a Golf R32 coupe, the hatchback you get if you enjoy hot hatches but don't have the seating requirement for children and the only people would chose the roadster over the coupe are either posers, people with no interest in driving or those who have never been in a car that has rolled, hopefully they never do the latter.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

This hits the nail on the head!

Colum

Nice review but there is really no comparison between these 2 (you ve actually pointed it out yourself)... In terms of looks the tt looks like an egg... you can't tell the front from the rear if there are no lights attached to the car 😂😂 The tt refers to people that know jack shit about cars...

@petrolpoodle6617

9 ай бұрын

Hahahaha this comment did make me laugh! Having been to my brother's place in Beckenham a million times I can totally see why the MX-5 just wouldn't have really suited the drives he does and why the TT is a popular choice for basically being a more interesting Golf without a roof haha! But overall it certainly isn't a car that leaves a lasting impression for being outstanding at any given thing. The MX-5 when sorted with a great alignment etc is just mega!

Miata Is Always The Answer

Porsche boxster

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of these! I understand the cheapest ones cost more to run than to buy! Haha my friend bought an 987 05 Boxster S with about 97k on the clock, FSH absolutely pristine. Sadly it gave him about £2.5k of different problems in the first 6 months, but he absolutely loved it. It drove so beautifully, I can see why they're special enough to keep even if they sting you every now and then. Have you got one? How's it been if so? If you want to see it or another car on the channel, I'd be keen

@dale4853

3 жыл бұрын

I eat them up in my mx5. Always.

so after all that your answer is, buy what you like. What a novel idea!

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

If they were both track toys it'd be simple to pick the best one. Or if they were both cruisers designed for comfort first then they'd be on the same level to really pick a strong winner. But the people watching are coming from all angles and the cars do serve different purposes, which I've also made pretty clear which suits which... So what would you have liked me to say? 😂 No matter what just pick [this one]

All your whining makes the TT sound like an inferior car, it's not. You missed the whole point of these cars. The TT was not designed to be a sports car and the MX5 was designed originally to be a cheap little fun toy car. Audi did well from the start and Mazda has moved in that direction. I've owned both cars and love them both for different reasons, there is only what you like.

@petrolpoodle6617

11 ай бұрын

It sounds like you've written this before finishing the video. I literally back the TT and say why it's great and what it's about, I really came round to it and it does a lot of things better than the MX-5. I conclude the MX-5 is a more rewarding sports car experience - which it is and pretty much every comment here and every journalist would agree. I'm seriously confused as to how you've written this having actually seen the video?

mx5 is the most over rated car,slow and low quality

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

It's the best selling 2 seater ever made, so it can't be that bad. Had mine for 2.5 years, quality is excellent and it's more fun on track than the faster cars I've driven on track. If you live in the US and you drive on mostly straight roads I can totally understand that it'd feel slow and not as nice a place to be sat as the Audi.

@surplusstock8778

2 жыл бұрын

Mk2 TT roadster for 3-4k with apr tune is the best value car on the market.The engine and cabin are streets ahead of the mx5.Bought an mx5 a few years ago and couldnt wait to get back in a German car.I even prefer the manual in the TT.

@petrolpoodle6617

2 жыл бұрын

@@surplusstock8778 ya know what it's hard to argue with that and I totally think your opinion is 100 percent solid as an owner of both! The TT is a great car and yeah remapped they bloody fly!! More practical, better interior and very quick. They've got a lot of potential! For track driving with all aids off I still prefer the RWD with LSD, crisper manual, naturally aspirated engine and lighter, better weight balance though. The rotation feeling is amazing on track! Really fun catching the drift as it goes into oversteer first compared to understeer. However, for road driving a mk2 TT with a map is seriously hard to debate for value and fun!

A British person is able to be rude on the streets?

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

Has to happen at least once a year! hahaha

Ah you see 2:40 the Audi TT brings out the idiot in a driver, with all the swearing and hand gestures. Ever thought about being a hairdresser? Steering is for the limp wristed, all image and gadgets. You may need those roll-over bars.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

I genuinely can't tell if this is all a giant insult or not. Either way, hope you enjoyed the video hahaha

TT looks crap.

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

I'll let him know

An Audi TT is nothing more than a gussied up VW Beetle!🤮 Whereas a Miata is all original!

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

I can't remember the last time I heard 'gussied' and that alone really made me chuckle!

Mx5 is a ladies car, only thing is it’s Rwd and the TT is fwd

@petrolpoodle6617

3 жыл бұрын

It's the most competitively raced car on the planet and most racing drivers are men, so it's not really a ladies car as such. I think it's a 90s stereotype that's mostly died out that convertibles are for women. SLK, TT, Boxster, MX-5 etc all used to have that reputation but it seems to have died out mostly now

@JohnCunningham-sy5ug

3 жыл бұрын

Quite uninformed statement Mazda MX-5 has the highest percentile of male owners of all cars. I've owned three of them one was raced. If you want to have fun in a car you better get yourself in an MX5 and man up a little bit hahaha

Personally I don’t care about prestige of a car brand…anyone with a job can lease one. I care about value for money, reliability and driving experience. The TT interior is nice but I don’t care for the body shape at all. Having had a number of convertibles over the years, I would never go back to a cloth top so the decision was very easy for me. NC2 PRHT for the win! Thanks for the comparison

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words mate. I also agree, I do really appreciate everything about the TT but the MX-5 is the car that feels leagues better to drive on fun roads. The TT does champion the weekend away with partner duties though!

mx5 is muuuuch cheaper than the TT and reliable. Easy choice

@petrolpoodle6617

Жыл бұрын

For me personally, I'd pick the MX-5 pretty much every time! Now that I've sold it and lived with more practical cars again it would have to be a second car for me to be the MX-5 again, so I do understand why people wanting one car would pick the practical TT. It just lacks driving soul to me! Letalone the problems haha!