Convertible top main frame broken

Red Voodoo

I agree about the top issues... Unacceptable for any car that is a late model. Overall, I think that the Z is pretty reliable, but many of us have valid concerns over the oil gallery gaskets, and for those with the 6-speed, the imminent early failure of the CSC. Fortunately, there appears to be robust replacement options out there for the inferior OEM parts.

Japanese reliability still trumps other imports. My Acura TL has had a few things go wrong with it that surprised me for a Honda-built vehicle. Even Toyota can't seem to keep things straight based on their recall history. Overall, I still would buy Japanese over Korean, European or domestic brands.

If I had done more research about the Z Roadster top problems before I made my purchase, I'd probably have bought another soft-top Miata. Alas, hindsight is 20/20, plus the topless Z is still a blast to drive, so I've learned to accept the top issue and have plans to make it a permanent convertible as soon as it fails. Resale value will sink, but it is what it is.

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fisherg

Indeed.... I had 11 years of trouble free use out of my roadster until this past May. It was trial by fire all at once this year with my top after a hydraulic line cracked. After a brief misdiagnosis I replaced the line and its back in operation again but I'll never have the confidence in it I did before. I have over 110k on it and its been to every corner of the US and Canada but its long haul days are over. I wouldn't want the top to fail when I'm 2,000 miles away from home.

Too bad Nissan isn't bringing a new long haul friendly roadster to market as it will force me to look elsewhere when I buy again... likely in 2023. A Miata is FAR, FAR too tiny, the Boxter is somewhat small as well. It will probably be a new BMW Z4 or the Corvette convertible. They are the only 2 seaters I know of that are large enough to be comfortable during long drives. Sadly the Jag F Type roadster is gone as well.

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