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To start I have an '06 N/A Mysterious vin. # 372. it's loaded with monsoon and every package, but no XM. I'm 6'-2" about 215 lbs. I'm 45 years. The only mods at this point are: My son painted the calipers red and I swapped out the stock muffler with a flowmaster 40. Planned mods include, adding turbo, changing wheels and tires, adding splash guards, and painting the front/rear facia to match the car (black).

I regularly change my own oil (4,500 miles) with Mobile 1 synthetic. I have had all the recall notices done. I've had the top replaced once (this was in my opinion not necessary, but the dealership said it was the only way to fix the issue: A few inches of seam was unravelling.)

The dealer farmed the top job out, and whoever replaced the top left two dimples at the bottom of each door panel

using the wrong lift!!!!

About three months ago, my windshield was totally smashed when my son and I were on the interstate doing about 75 mph, when a hawk took flight right in front of us ... So, I also have an aftermarket windshield.

The latest ... we've had torrential rain here lately and I noticed there were a few drops coming in near the front of each window (driver and passenger) at the same location. Near the front a tower.

Long story short, I took it in to a different dealer, they replaced the window seals with new ones ... no leak. But, and this is an aside, the mechanism they use to determine leaks fell on my car ... and left two very big scratches along the driver side door. (they admitted it, and the car looks new again. Just pissed me off.)

Now for the review:

I've owned MGs, Miatas, and yes even a Fiero, and I've got to say the Soltice is the most exciting of the bunch to drive. I don't mind the tall gear pattern, you get used to it.

I don't drive my solistice like it's a diamond, I drive it everyday, winter, summer, fall, spring... It has handled extremely well in the snow and doesn't seem to hydroplane too bad. (NOTE: I am going to swap out the wheels and tires, just not sure which, yet.)

Like I said, I'm 6'-2'' and I don't have any issues regarding comfort. Plenty of room on the sides, and head and legroom. Besides with the top down, there's plenty of headroom.

If there is an issue, I would probably lump it into the category of no place to set my phone. Oh well.

The shifting is good. A little noise from the diff, but nothing that will drive me nuts. As far as wind noise, hell it's a convertible. That's why I bought the car.

Both kids fight over it as to who gets to drive it to prom.

My wife loves to drive it, too. Just wishes it was an automatic. But that's good for me.

The stance is great. The car sits very low to the ground, but doesn't feel or drive like a small car inside. Handling is great. Braking is also very good. Acutally, I think it handles very much like a vette. Not the get up and go, but the steering and overall feel.

The miata felt very much like a go-cart. Not good for any drives longer than a few hours. We've taken this car on all-day trips and we're not fatigued afterwards.

Interior is great. Plasitic yes, but it's a 20K car. Cup holders ... what the hell, if you want to drink, stop somewhere, get out and enjoy the scenery with your diet Pepsi. This car is made for driving.

Leather seats are nice. Actually I like the entire layout of the interior. ONLY ONE complaint: I would like to be able to change the shift knob.

Gas mileage is pretty good. We still get about 28 - 30 miles per on the highway, in town is drops to 22- 24 which is still damn good.

Would I buy this car again? Absolutely. The only caveat would probably be we'd get another color. I wash this car weekly and black does show the dirt.

	Rubber Sol Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Eastern Iowa	To start I have an '06 N/A Mysterious vin. # 372. it's loaded with monsoon and every package, but no XM. I'm 6'-2" about 215 lbs. I'm 45 years. The only mods at this point are: My son painted the calipers red and I swapped out the stock muffler with a flowmaster 40. Planned mods include, adding turbo, changing wheels and tires, adding splash guards, and painting the front/rear facia to match the car (black). I regularly change my own oil (4,500 miles) with Mobile 1 synthetic. I have had all the recall notices done. I've had the top replaced once (this was in my opinion not necessary, but the dealership said it was the only way to fix the issue: A few inches of seam was unravelling.) The dealer farmed the top job out, and whoever replaced the top left two dimples at the bottom of each door panel using the wrong lift!!!! About three months ago, my windshield was totally smashed when my son and I were on the interstate doing about 75 mph, when a hawk took flight right in front of us ... So, I also have an aftermarket windshield. The latest ... we've had torrential rain here lately and I noticed there were a few drops coming in near the front of each window (driver and passenger) at the same location. Near the front a tower. Long story short, I took it in to a different dealer, they replaced the window seals with new ones ... no leak. But, and this is an aside, the mechanism they use to determine leaks fell on my car ... and left two very big scratches along the driver side door. (they admitted it, and the car looks new again. Just pissed me off.) Now for the review: I've owned MGs, Miatas, and yes even a Fiero, and I've got to say the Soltice is the most exciting of the bunch to drive. I don't mind the tall gear pattern, you get used to it. I don't drive my solistice like it's a diamond, I drive it everyday, winter, summer, fall, spring... It has handled extremely well in the snow and doesn't seem to hydroplane too bad. (NOTE: I am going to swap out the wheels and tires, just not sure which, yet.) Like I said, I'm 6'-2'' and I don't have any issues regarding comfort. Plenty of room on the sides, and head and legroom. Besides with the top down, there's plenty of headroom. If there is an issue, I would probably lump it into the category of no place to set my phone. Oh well. The shifting is good. A little noise from the diff, but nothing that will drive me nuts. As far as wind noise, hell it's a convertible. That's why I bought the car. Both kids fight over it as to who gets to drive it to prom. My wife loves to drive it, too. Just wishes it was an automatic. But that's good for me. The stance is great. The car sits very low to the ground, but doesn't feel or drive like a small car inside. Handling is great. Braking is also very good. Acutally, I think it handles very much like a vette. Not the get up and go, but the steering and overall feel. The miata felt very much like a go-cart. Not good for any drives longer than a few hours. We've taken this car on all-day trips and we're not fatigued afterwards. Interior is great. Plasitic yes, but it's a 20K car. Cup holders ... what the hell, if you want to drink, stop somewhere, get out and enjoy the scenery with your diet Pepsi. This car is made for driving. Leather seats are nice. Actually I like the entire layout of the interior. ONLY ONE complaint: I would like to be able to change the shift knob. Gas mileage is pretty good. We still get about 28 - 30 miles per on the highway, in town is drops to 22- 24 which is still damn good. Would I buy this car again? Absolutely. The only caveat would probably be we'd get another color. I wash this car weekly and black does show the dirt.