Five-Point Inspection: 2005 Mazdaspeed MX-5

5. A Value Then, a Value Now

In 2005, the Mazdaspeed MX-5 commanded a small premium of less than $1,000 over a similarly equipped non-turbo MX-5. A value then, the car is less so now compared to other MX-5s as low production numbers combined with high demand from Miata enthusiasts has kept resale value high for the Mazdaspeed.

For a 10-year-old car, it still feels as good as anything sold today in the budget sports car segment. Update the interior and it could hold its own in the under $30,000 performance car shootout we just performed. To me, it makes all other Miatas feel inadequate and less impressive; yes, even the legendary 1990 NA MX-5.

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GALLERY: 2005 Mazdaspeed MX-5