While many will point to the rotary-powered RX-7, Mazda's greatest creation has undoubtedly been the Miata. Dubbed Miata, MX-5, and most recently, combining the two to become the MX-5 Miata. Whatever the name, Mazda hit a grand slam when it debuted its affordable two-seat, drop-top, driver-friendly roadster in 1989 as a 1990 model. This particular second-gen 1999 Mazda Miata we have for you today has been fully repainted in its original Highlight Silver Metallic. With its tan manual vinyl top up or down, or its removable hard top on or off, this car's next owner will undoubtedly feel like Babe Ruth every time they get behind the wheel of this automotive home run.
Inside, we find a stock-looking black-and-tan interior. A useful center console separates a pair of bucket seats sporting two-tone vinyl covers, adding a new feel to this throwback roadster. A three-spoke, power-assisted Nardi steering wheel sits just ahead of a five-pod gauge cluster featuring a 140 mph speedometer and 8,000 rpm tachometer. Power windows, power locks, and air conditioning provide creature comforts, while the Bose AM/FM/CD/Cassette player sits just ahead of the perfectly placed shifter.
Under the hood, we find a 1.8-liter naturally-aspirated DOHC inline-four-cylinder engine. Unique to the NB or second generation, this motor saw an increased compression ratio and Mazda's Variable Intake Control System to help unlock 140 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 119 pound-feet of torque at 5,500 rpm when it rolled off the assembly line two-and-a-half decades ago. That power is routed through what some have deemed one of the best-shifting manual transmissions ever made before heading out to the rear wheels.
HIGHLIGHTS:
3 Owner Car
Full Silver Metallic Repaint
191,201 Believed Actual Miles
Manual Convertible Top
Removable Hard Top
1.8 Liter DOHC I4
Five Speed Manual
Four Wheel Power Discs
Power Steering
Nardi Steering Wheel
Bucket Seats
Power Windows
Power Locks
AC
Airbags
Bose AM/FM/CD/Cassette
Owner's Manual
This 1999 Mazda Miata rides on a fully independent factory-style suspension. Power disc brakes sit at all four corners to scrub off speed whenever called upon. Thanks to its svelte curb weight, which is about a cheeseburger shy of 2,300 pounds, nearly perfect 50/50 weight distribution, and fun-in-the-sun drop-top style, the MX-5 Miata comes about as close as any car ever has to being the absolute perfect driver's car. If you have been looking for one of these incredible sports cars, this is the one you've been waiting for. Don't wait, call today! Be sure to ask about our services offered; Financing, Vehicle Protection Plan, Insurance, and Transportation to your driveway!
