Many people have asked me "Are you going to drive it in the snow?" - OK, I don't get that. I live in MN. If I don't drive it in the snow, then when DO I get to drive it? Only the same few weeks that I want to drive my electric Miata. So, I'd better drive the S in the snow. And slop, and salt, etc.
So far, it's everything promised. I was happy to see that although I cheeped out and didn't order the tech package, I did still get maps and a backup camera (just not high res). And for the moment, it has full 3G connectivity so I can surf and check my email while driving (ok - I will try to avoid that temptation).
We made a trip into Minneapolis and back, 55 miles, tonight at 15 degrees F and used up 70 miles of "rated" range, so a cold weather reduction of 22%, more or less as expected. The acceleration is not quite like the stomach churning Performance version we test drove, but still a silent thrill ride (5.6 sec 0-60).
About the only thing I can find to complain about so far is the shortage of cup holders (there are 2) and interior storage. The center console has no covered storage, and the center arm rest is just an arm rest!?. But the back end looks plenty big enough for my string bass (with one seat back down), and as you see in the video, the "frunk" is a comfortable place to kick back.
As for the Miata, hopefully she's not feeling jilted having to share the garage with this prima donna. We have been plugging away a couple hours every weekend. All the batteries are in and wired. We have the high current cables all done and most components installed. Lots of other wiring left to do. And spring is coming in one month officially, but at least two from a convertible standpoint.
