Copen — Added a Cover to My Spare Tire!

 Even though the spare tire was tucked behind the passenger seat,

having a bare tire visible inside the cabin still didn’t feel quite right.

So once again, I turned to Yahoo Auctions and picked up:
a spare tire cover originally designed for the Eunos Roadster (Mazda MX-5 Miata).

It’s nothing fancy — just a simple black vinyl cover shaped like a tire.
But still, it’s much better than leaving the tire exposed.

Thanks to its black color,
when the tire stands behind the passenger seat,
it blends seamlessly with the Copen's interior.

Definitely a good choice.

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There are mixed opinions about carrying a spare tire in a Copen.
The negative points are:

1. Added weight
2. Reduced passenger space
3. Aesthetic compromise

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1. About the added weight:
The spare tire weighs just under 10 kg.

How you feel about that weight really depends on personal perspective.
In my case, I had lost about 8 kg over the past year through dieting.
So I told myself:
"The weight I lost has simply transformed into a spare tire!" (lol)

(By the way, in English, excess belly fat is sometimes humorously called a "spare tire.")
If I gain weight again, my belly might actually interfere with driving —
so I need to stay motivated to keep dieting! (lol)

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2. About reduced passenger space:
Yes, the passenger seat must be slid slightly forward —
about halfway through its adjustment range.
But it's still within a tolerable level.

Neither my wife nor my child, when riding as passengers,
complained about the reduced space.

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3. About the look:
Thanks to installing the tire cover,
this concern has been greatly improved.

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Since I use my Copen for daily commuting,
the mileage will continue to climb steadily.
And as someone who tends to worry a lot,
having a spare tire gives