Reply With Quote2006+ MX-5 but I already told ya that!
WTB: Miata ($12 K budget)
I know the title doesn't say much, but that's my current thinking and why I'm posting it here.
My 1999 BRG was totaled on Monday. I was stopped in-line at a red light and a lady in a large dodge ram tried to go by me on the left, was a bit out of control and side-swiped my car. My back left quarter panel and axle took the brunt of the force. Thankfully I was not injured. Now I'm fighting with insurance. What should I hold out for?
Getting back to the point of this post. In your opinion what year & trim should I consider and why?
My budget is $12K. It will be my everyday car. I'm getting on in age so comfort is important. Like everyone else, I enjoy driving on winding roads.
Your suggestions/recommendations greatly appreciated
- Pat
Last edited by dreiding; 03-21-2013 at 02:54 PM.
Maybe a well-maintained 2004 MSM? I know of one. Under your budget, too. In Plano.
Last edited by miataspeedracer; 03-21-2013 at 04:14 PM.
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I can tell you that a 2006-2008 NC GT package is a very easy to live with vehicle on a daily basis. Great creature comforts, and a terrific drivers car.
Polished Turd Racing
Mick wrote: "I think Jerrett is the best autocrosser I have ever seen naked."
how about an 02 with 112k miles
for $8500
oh yea and it comes with this stuff:
FM turbo kit
http://flyinmiata.com/index.php?dept...%20BLK%20GAUGE
hard dog hardcore hard top roll bar
http://flyinmiata.com/index.php?dept...%20%200%20DIAG
hard top
fm brake upgrade
http://flyinmiata.com/index.php?dept...umber=14-19005
FM clutch kit
http://flyinmiata.com/index.php?dept...005%20%2010.30
Begi ECU reflash
http://www.bellengineering.net/index.php?cPath=5_51_308
335 cc injectors
http://trackdogracing.com/deatschwer...setoffour.aspx
Walboro 190lph
http://trackdogracing.com/walbrofuel...0psi90-93.aspx
New Carpet
New Seat Covers
Tokico Handling kit
http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda...t/20-1052.html
New shifter stuff
2.5 in exhaust shop exhaust with magnaflow highflow cat.
innovate LC1
http://trackdogracing.com/lc-1lambda...h02sensor.aspx
Volk Rays TE37 rims
and a whole bunch of other crap I cant think of right now.
Really? That's not exactly "comfy DD" as I see it. Nice racecar, though.
Polished Turd Racing
Mick wrote: "I think Jerrett is the best autocrosser I have ever seen naked."
Yeah but it has no soul.Originally Posted by black roadster
How nice was your 99'? How many miles? Those will help determine value. Don't let them value it as low as they might try.
Smile
93' LE #1136 - FM II
250k miles
Black roadster is correct. I'll probably never be a performance enthusiast. A comfy fun, top-down drive is it. I'll make enhancements over time, but track racing is not on my list. Reliability is most important, but must also be fun.
My car had 88,015 miles, probably the least expensive available at the time. No power door or cruise control. Was running well, all the fluids recently changed. Insurance gave me $4,975. NADA shows clean trade-in 4,375, retail 6,275.
Wish it was more.
I will be going to the auto auction on Wednesday. Any suggestions on what to look for or conditions to avoid?
Your inputs are greatly appreciated.
- Pat
S2000
*sigh.
The S2000 is soo friggin awesome. I wish I had bought one of those instead.
I think you are the perfect candidate for a late-model NB, softop NC GT or an S2000. All are fantastic cars; all will make you happy, and all are excellent values these days.
Polished Turd Racing
Mick wrote: "I think Jerrett is the best autocrosser I have ever seen naked."
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