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Re: Considering a used Miata by branch15_5 [toydriver] by branch15_5
Mar 12, 2009 (5:45 am)
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Replying to: toydriver (Mar 11, 2009 9:35 pm)

Thanks for the very thorough response. The shorter maintenance intervals don't bother me so much; I won't be putting a lot of miles on the car. In addition, breakage concerns me a lot more than maintenance.
 
And I'm with you on the first year of a redesign. I'll probably try to look for a 2000.
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Re: Considering a used Miata by branch15_5 [toydriver] by ateixeira
Mar 12, 2009 (7:18 am)
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Replying to: toydriver (Mar 11, 2009 9:35 pm)

I'm about to sell my 1993, and looking at a new PRHT 2008.
 
To be honest I'm having a real hard time letting go. They are great cars. I have this gut feeling that I'm making a mistake parting with my 93 too soon.
 
Join the club, you won't regret it. You may regret the day you sell it, however.
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Re: Considering a used Miata by branch15_5 [branch15_5] by erics6
Mar 15, 2009 (7:21 pm)
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Replying to: branch15_5 (Mar 12, 2009 5:45 am)

Check out miata.net for more Miata information. 99-00 are good choices. Regular vs premium on the 01+ models and about the same HP. A few 99 and 00 models had thrust bearing issues. Some 01 models had chattering clutch issues. 90-97 models are harder to find and in more demand. Miata engines are non-interference, so if you don't change the timing belt you'll be fine. If you have any doubts, check out Consumer Reports for best value in sports cars.
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Re: Considering a used Miata by branch15_5 [ateixeira] by ateixeira
Mar 16, 2009 (11:38 am)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Mar 12, 2009 7:18 am)

Sold my '93. Had a good buyer and didn't want to pass up the offer.
 
Got a 2008 PRHT Touring on Friday night. Suspension package, 6 speed manual, basically the sportiest Miata you can get.
 
It's a lot quicker, handling with the summer tires and stiff suspension plus the Bilsteins is also better.
 
Ride quality is stiffer, not as cushy as my 93. The seats are more supportive but not as comfy as the leather on my old one.
 
Took me just 75 miles to get comfortable in the new one. It still feels very familiar, which is cool.
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Re: Considering a used Miata by branch15_5 [ateixeira] by erics6
Mar 16, 2009 (3:23 pm)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Mar 16, 2009 11:38 am)

Congrats on the PRHT! There are some great discounts right now. Local dealers are offering $7k off remaining 08's. Mostly PRHT's left. Unfortunately for me, they are mostly automatics and I really don't want to spend that kind of money, even if it is a good deal.
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Re: Considering a used Miata by branch15_5 [erics6] by ateixeira
Mar 17, 2009 (7:14 am)
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Replying to: erics6 (Mar 16, 2009 3:23 pm)

Sounds about right.
 
Mine MSRP'd for $29k and I paid about $22k plus tax and tags.
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Im getting a Mazda Miata and Want to KNOW by fire_man2340
Mar 23, 2009 (12:51 pm)
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Hey Im getting a 1990 Mazda Miata with 170,000 miles on for $2100, and want to know, What are the usely the 1st things to go bad on them, and how long do you think the 1.8 will last with that miny miles on them if the oil was change like it should have been, I kinda wanted to know a lil every bit of every thing from people who HAVE and Had a 1990 to 1997 Miata.
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Re: Im getting a Mazda Miata and Want to KNOW [fire_man2340] by ateixeira
Mar 25, 2009 (12:07 pm)
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Replying to: fire_man2340 (Mar 23, 2009 12:51 pm)

That's a lot of miles, how it was cared for it what matters most. To be honest any more life out of it is gravy at this point, it doesn't owe anything.
 
90 Miatas had some very early crank issues but without a doubt that would have been resolved by now, especially with those miles.
 
Crystal White paint on the early ones will peel, though you didn't mention color.
 
Clutch slave cylinder will eventually fail but you can get a rebuild kit cheap. If the clutch pedal sinks you do not necessarily need a new cluth (my cost: $10.74).
 
It will eat spark plug wires every 30k miles. Like clockwork. I bet you it's on the 6th set of wires by now.
 
That's about it. They last forever. I sold mine far before its expiration date.
 
Good luck.
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Back pain from the Miata? by branch15_5
May 06, 2009 (10:26 am)
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I test drove an 05 Miata at Carmax today. The test drive lasted no more than 10 minutes. Shortly after the drive, I developed moderate lower back pain (definitely not a chronic situation with me).
 
Has anyone else experienced this when switching to a Miata? If so, did the pain subside once you got used to the car?
 
I'm really hoping this is a temporary thing, because I really loved the car.
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Re: Back pain from the Miata? [branch15_5] by jeff84red
May 06, 2009 (11:07 am)
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Replying to: branch15_5 (May 06, 2009 10:26 am)

I had a 1990 Miata and had no issues with back problems. The only thing I can think of is when youclimbed in. If the hard top orsoft top was up you may have stretched a few muscles getting in as they are tight!
 
Enjoy the car if you get it!

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