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What should I look for in a Miata?
The biggest thing to look out for on an NA Miata is rust. If you’re buying a car that’s spent time where snow falls, be sure to check the rocker panels, subframes, door bottoms, and frame rails for signs of crusty metal.
How reliable is a NA Miata?
The NA MX-5 was lauded for its reliability, at least compared to older European sports cars, but the Miata still has issues to look out for, especially as it ages. Many short nose crank cars run fine, but if you do buy an earlier car be mindful of the potential hazards. Other than that, the NA is a fairly reliable car.
How much power can a NA Miata handle?
Maximum Horsepower and Torque the MX5 / Miata Engine can take;
| Part | WTRQ | WHP |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Damper | 200-250 | 230-260 |
| 5 Speed Gearbox | 250~ | 270-300 |
| 6 Speed Gearbox | 330-350 | 400+ |
| VLSD (1.6 Diff) | 180-200 | 200-220 |
How much is a NA Miata?
A: The average price of a MX-5 Miata – NA – 1st Gen is $11,111.
How much should you pay for an NA Miata?
NA Miatas found the bottom of the market, price-wise, several years ago and are on their way back up, but on a dollar-to-smile basis they’re still incredibly affordable. Good Miatas needing work can be had from $1500 to $4000, cars purporting not to need work from about $4000 on up.
How much HP does a turbo add to a Miata?
Package costs $5,695 The Mazda tuning specialist has created a Stage 1 turbocharger package for the ND-generation MX-5, promising to squeeze 248 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque from the car’s 2.0-liter engine. BBR says the upgrade slashes the Miata’s 0-60 time to just 5 seconds, with a top speed limited to 155 mph.
What are the best wheels for the Na or NB Miata?
TRMotorsports’ 15×7” C1M wheels were designed specifically for the NA and NB Miata. They are lightweight (13.5 lbs) and will give your NA or NB Miata an aggressive look thanks to their double 5-spoke design, the color options, and the 30mm offset. Even with the lower offset than usual, no fender rolling is necessary on a stock suspension.
What are the most common problems with the Mazda Miata?
The NA MX-5 was lauded for its reliability, at least compared to older European sports cars, but the Miata still has issues to look out for, especially as it ages. One is rust, which is commonly seen on the rear rockers of the car, though it can also be an issue near the front, as well.
What size rims do I need for an ndnc Miata?
NC Miatas (2005-2015) increased the size of their OEM rims even more, to 17”, and they stuck with that size for ND Miatas. On a car with overfenders like this, wider wheels with a low offset are required to fill the fenders. The factory offsets for the NA and NB Miatas (1990-2005) are +45mm for 14” wheels and +40mm for the larger wheels.
What size wheel offset do I need for a Miata?
Wheel Offsets The factory offsets for the NA and NB Miatas (1990-2005) are +45mm for 14” wheels and +40mm for the larger wheels. That being said, you generally want high offsets for your Miata, regardless of generation. Sticking to the range of +38mm to +45mm offsets will help you avoid concerns with fender lip rub.