10 Tips For Buying YOUR Perfect Miata | Mazda MX5 Miata Buying Advice [NA and NB]
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- čas přidán 30. 05. 2024
- So you want to buy an Mazda MX5 Miata... This video will help you pick out the perfect one for you! Having owned one for 5 years, looked at tons, and worked on a fleet of spec Miatas, I present to you 10 tips to keep in mind while shopping for a used Mazda Miata. This buying guide give you advice on buying your own NA or NB, so you buy one the will fit your needs!
1) Check For Rust
2) A Leaky Top Is Probably More Than That
3) Don't pay for someone else's modifications (Unless they're valuable to you)
4) Don't buy someone else's "Baby"
5) Ask for a maintenance history
6) Check the wear items (tires, brakes, shocks etc.)
7) Mileage Doesn't Matter (That much)
8) Check what differential it has
9) Go on a thorough test drive
10) Buy a car that's right for YOU
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See my Miata's full build parts list here: tinyurl.com/5a3ksb8k
I was given a good tip ages ago to get an idea of how the car has been treated. When you go for a test drive get the owner to drive it for the first half hour. Say nothing and observe. You'll soon see from his/her driving style how it's been treated recently...
It's surprising how much you can learn.
That definitely is a good idea
I haven't realized that. Thanks. I'm planning on buying an NC Miata.
1 hour test drive? lol
i just took all my cars off the market. lol please dont waste a persons time for a 1000-5000 dollars plus if im taking you for a ride im not gonna push it like on track days. unless the seller is an idiot, which should be readily apparent when you see the condition of there home
@@mrrickray
Who's talking about track cars? I'm just talking about an ordinary road test for someone buying a normal car from a "normal" (probably not a petrol head) private individual. And yes 30' is a bit extreme. Even 10' is enough to see if the person rides the clutch, pushes the engine to it's rev limit before changing gear, crashes said gears and generally drives hard on brakes, suspension, clutch and gearbox...
After this I feel like mines pristine. Only 100k miles and supercharged, oversized radiator, Kosei K1 rims etc. Great vid man.
Sounds like a sweet ride to me! Enjoy it!
same here 1990 miata, completely stock with 43k miles going strong, also my daily lol
@@CashedOutCars mIne too 111,846 and all like new except for the steering wheel never gors out in winter! if something doesnt feel or turn weird i get a new part right away!
Im about to buy a 68k mile turbo 6 speed 1.8 NB 2003, im super stoke
BXD cheeeah!!! 😂😂
The front and rear main seals are notorious for going bad very very slowly, so do watch out for those because I’ve seen super well kept Miatas that have slight front or rear main seal leaks, or even both. Neither one is a crazy job if you know how to handle basic hand tools and have an auto parts store that can lend you the special tools. Hope this helps!
That certainly will help people, both the front and rear main are leaking on mine
Front and Rear main seals? What are those?
@@StubbornHatthe seals on both ends of the crankshaft. One is behind the crankshaft pulley for the drive belts/ timing cover, and the rear main seal is behind the flywheel and clutch.
I own a 94 and I’m proud
Awesome, Enjoy it!
Me too 👍
So excited for this one, I hope I'll get it soon
Ayyyy I have a 94 too!!!!🔥
i reeeaaaallly wanna get one when i'm older, but i'm worried that there won't be enough by the time i'm 18 :(
Wanted to say, I watched this video back when it came out nearly two years ago now. I knew I wanted a miata for literally 5 years but never pulled the trigger. Then, this year, my other car's transmission blew up and wasn't worth fixing. So I started looking for a miata. Found a 39,000 mile NB. Used this video as reference and everything checked out. Car was around half price (6,000 USD) because it had been in a minor fender bender. Was rear ended by a truck which dented the trunk lid and broke a tail light. They replaced it and had it repainted, but still were having trouble selling the car. I don't know why though, even the panel gaps back there look like it just rolled off the showroom floor back in 05'. Brought a mechanic friend along and we both concluded that it was mint. I bought it and drove me and him nearly 2000 miles home. so far the only problem with it is there is a small leak in the soft top/rain rails. Most fun car ever. I plan to try to build my own mazdaspeed miata out of it (turbo, aim for 200 or so horsepower, lowered on coilovers and nicer wheels) and install a reproduction of the mazdaspeed NB front splitter and spoiler. That's all going to happen over the next year or so. I'm extremely excited. I also want to track down a decent hard top which is easier said than done these days. $5000 for the OEM ones now, yikes. Will probably just buy a shitty aftermarket one and persuade it to fit properly.
Sounds fun! just don't get too ahead of yourself
Well done. Simple and to the point.
Great Miata video , been a owner for over a year now 🙏🏎💨
Great work.
A worthwhile watch for anyone considering a Miata.
Great video dude!! You were so thoughtful about all the specifics. Great job good sir! 😎👍
This is a really helpful video. Im bookmarking it for later. Thanks man!
great video! My sons using a miata as a base for a build! LT4 v8, custom body, 32 ford front end. He just wrapped up a 6.2L hellcat swapped 4x4 c10 as his senior year project. He still has an old datsun z to build, a none running s2000, hes started on a '78 bronco with a 6.4 hemi from '22 ram on a stand waiting to go in, hes got a c30 cab he needs to build a frame from scratch for and has a cummins setup already done on the side. He plans to build his own 4 season alum/carbon fiber camper with a pop top for that c30. Good to see other folks still enjoying wrenching on cars!
I really like the way you explain, great video!
Thanks, I appreciate that!
@@CashedOutCars Yea man you did a great job, super informative, clear articulation, great use of words and a hint of humour
6:28 when you're ”young kids” lmaooooo
@Carcrash Shawty what??? 😂😂 merry Christmas to you to man
@Carcrash Shawty You don't change your own oil? lmao
@Carcrash Shawty Considering idk what royal purple is no probably not.
Great information, good job!
Flawless presentation. Thanks!
I’m two Miata videos in and you definitely called me out in the first second of this video 😂
Great video. Owned a 91 for a while many years ago. Going to look at a 01 in a few days.
Nice! Good luck with your search for a new one!
Thanks for posting!! Very good info my friend! DMAX
Great tips! Thanks.
Brilliant in-depth as per usual. The ABC Australia military expert seems to be talking about a completely different military campaign
checking out a 2000 mx-5 this weekend, can't wait to purchase it like you said I should definitely get the feel first :)
How did it go?
@@CashedOutCars I went and test drove the miata, it feels nice but soon to realized that I need rooms for the friends and groceries haha
@@itsuuo2108 you’re buying the car for you. Not your friends.
i’m going to check out an NB this weekend. everything checks out on paper hopefully it holds up when i see it in person. i’ll be sure to keep this vid in mind!
How'd it go?
@@Zombiewizard the guy ghosted me the morning of so i never got to see it. i wound up looking for more miatas in my area but during my search i stumbled upon a c4 vette in my price range and pulled the trigger on that. i don’t regret getting the vette but i do wish i had a miata. someday i’ll convince my wife that i need both lol
@@fishrocker95 same I’m going for an nb Miata this weekend but I’m kinda torn, the car is 16k with 58k miles, hard top and decent condition but is so expensive, u think it’s worth to pull the trigger
Thanks 🙏 great video
Excellent tips!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video
Just make sure the frame is straight and install the Roadsters V8 kit and a LS3 engine. Should be perfect!
my 90' Miata is all stock and I'm keeping that way
not even new wheels?
@@jonathonto8075 no
they are mandatory for me :P
fellow Luknight and miata owner? wonderful
@@Tensho_C a fellow hololive member i see
I just got a 93 for free , previous owner didn’t have time to continue working in it . He put a engine and tranny from a 96 .
All I need is to wire up everything.
This was my wife and I dream car before my wife got pregnant back 20 years ago .
Now is our turn .
You're a lucky man! Enjoy it
I have a 91 Miata it’s amazing
Nice vid bud 👍🏼
Thanks my friend!
No plans on buying one, I still drive my 1993 I bought brand new with just about 200k miles on it now, love it still.
Bought mine this year because I hated driving and wanted something fun and I liked these the best. It came with engine but wasn’t in the car so we pulled it and got everyhting done professionally and now we are rebuilding it 104k no rust I’m so happy with it
Thank you 👍
I like your videos.. Informative and to the point. Although I'm into 2nd Gen F-Bodies (had and autocrossed about a dozen of them over the years), my son has gotten into Miatas. Unfortunately, one of my best friends was killed on his motorcycle a couple weeks ago, he had (has) an NA, that he had the transmission rebuilt in about 3 years ago. He disassembled the car, pulled the tranny out, had it professionally rebuilt, and never finished putting the car back together. It's now sitting in pieces on stands in his garage, where it's been for the past 3 years or so. I am considering buying it from his daughter, after it is probated where she can sell it, so I will have to figure out how to put it all back together. It is I think about a 94 model. He totaled it (rear end collision, smashed the hood and radiator support so enough damage exceeded the insurance value, which he bought the car back from the insurance company and repaired it himself.... no idea what the repair quality was, but he drove it a couple years after the accident). It has around 240k miles on it, so it is well used. I am wondering what value it may have in its condition right now. I want to honor my friend and put the car back on the road, and I don't want to insult anyone with a crazy low offer..... I also don't want to pay more than it's worth. Any thoughts on what all I need to look into before agreeing to buy it and restore it? BTW, I have built several Camaros from the ground up for many years, so mechanicing isn't exactly foreign to me. I have never worked on a Miata before however. I am getting excited to get this car in my garage and start on it, which I expect will take a couple months. My son wants to work on it with me, and it be his car (as he has just sold his NB).
What did you end up paying? I can't imagine a third party paying more than a couple thousand for a disassembled rebuilt title miata...
@@slqer Info update: turns out it was a 99 NB, and had a salvage title. Only things wrong with it was needing reassembly, new valve cover gasket, drain the gas tank, change the oil and plugs. Once that was done, it fired right up. We were "almost" gifted it. We had it inspected, got the rebuilt title, and all was well. Absolutely pristine except for the hood and front bumper that was repaired from the accident. My son has been driving it for the past 6 months with zero issues. I have some video of what all the work we did on it, but have only posted a few snippets of them. There are a couple videos on my microscopic YT channel of the car running and driving, including its first drive after starting it.
its honestly amazing how long these machines can last
Late reply but I'm still looking for a Miata (hopefully under 7k) but it's hard since they sell quick.
Sir, this is a superb video and you have a serious future as the next Michael Buffer. The world of boxing needs you as a ring announcer...
Hahaha I appreciate that. I hope they call me for F1 introductions next year in Vegas!
@@CashedOutCars Seriously, you have the perfect announcer or broadcaster voice. Oh, and thanks for this video. I am shopping for an NA and you covered a lot of stuff I didn’t know here.
When looking for an NB miat a great thing you can find is a Mazdaspeed NB
Just got a 90 with 160k and service records since 100k, no rust paint is tough but oh well it’s a single stage clear and it’s spend it’s whole life in New Mexico
Enjoy it!
Hi mine is all ariginal mint 2000 and alls I did was take out the cat and added tecna coilovers just need tires n rims😊
Cash 7:36 the green radiator spray with Krylon satin black all new again lol love your vids. best to you hmu if your in Lake Zurich Illinois
That's one way to fix it😂! Thanks for your support!
Yo lake Zurich? Whats goooddddd
Thx very much 👍 I'm getting one for my 17th birthday
Hope you enjoy it!
Just checked everything on this list, just bought my first Miata. Think I got a good deal. 1993 Miata NA Hardtop with 93k miles. For only $7500
Not bad especially with the hard top! Enjoy it!
Saw my little cousin watch this, guess she already has plans😂
I own an NB with Door jamb Rust😂 still a fun car though
My Mx5 is 1990 UK car and has 67,000 miles....its all standard. Its my second 1990 mk1
hi, i have seen few of your videos, and it seems that you you know miatas, so i wanna ask you, what engine in miata is better? 1.6 or 1.8? i am asking because i wanna buy one when i be adult, but when i see miata it is most of time 1.6 is it because they are cheaper, or just better engines?
Hello! I recently saw a 12k asking worth it for a 1992 miata? I am planning to autocross but also a daily, so it comes with proper legitimate suspension (Ohlins DFV Coilovers) balanced and tuned at a race shop, door and roll bars, real momo seats, upgraded inter cooler, etc? It was auto crossed for 2 years(18-20) but very detailed service records and looked loved with a lot of attention put into it by professional shops, and personal work with other cars such as r33 and a rx7(imo he prob knows a thing or two). It also comes with the stock seats and other oem parts, thoughts?
12k though?
Do the seats bother you???? Do they go back
I’m about to bid on this 97 Mazda mx5 anything else I should want to look into about the car?
CT plate? How did you find one so nice here? I’m struggling. I just need something cheap that runs. Doesn’t even need to look nice, I wanna work on it.
I bought mine 5 years ago for $1,000 and it was a beater. Here’s what it looked like when I got it! Note that the audio is a bit cringy but it’ll show you the work I put into mine.
czcams.com/video/409GCrr3jyg/video.html
Keep looking, you’ll find something!
My 97 is my daily. It’s awesome driving something fun and unique among the boring shit boxes everyone else drives.
Awesome, enjoy that!
Hello sir, you seem to be quite knowledgeable about these miatas. I am 19 and looking to buy my first project car. The vehicle I have found is local and roughly $5k. The frame has about 190k miles on it and is rusting in the front by the doors as you mentioned in the video. It is the 1990 model but the owner has done the 1.8 engine swap. Was wondering if you could determine whether this is something I should approach from the provided details. Or will I be biting off more than I can chew as a student with little freetime and automotive mechanic experience.
Similar situation. Driving a family suv is boring. I need something to learn on and obviously have fun with. Not sure if i should get an na Miata or an MR2 tho
@@TemkaUwU miata will be way more fun than an mr2. I really want to bite the bullet on the car but don’t have garage space for it :/
For 5k and with rust hell na
NICE DOG !!!😍
Thanks my friend!
bro how you get a camera angle to make a miata look big. good vid thanks!
Hahah carefully :) you're welcome!
What about nc prht for daily cruiser?
I like your dog 🐕
Thanks! He likes to help out!
trying to buy a NB manual miata 2003-2005 what would be a ''decent price'' for one with really. good condition and 100k miles ish ? thanks
It depends on where you’re located, I’d try to spend about $4,000 on one, but for lower mileage and really good condition you might need to shell out a bit more
@@CashedOutCars TX, willing to spend a bit more. Just wondering what would be a really good price for my criteria
What tires do you have ?
I have one in a garage since 2008,What advise to do before putting back on the road mechanically Tires need replacing naturally
Anything rubber seal has the ability to dry rot. Check all that!
Thank you for the tips. I'm planning to buy a old used miata. It's 2005 miata mx-5 gx convertible. Original owner sold it to the dealership. The dealer price 9K + Tax and registration. Mileage 68k. I'm going to test drive Tues Feb 16. Is the price ok. I m going to use the car just for pleasure my retirement car. Help me asap. Aron Marbun
Hi Aron, that seems possibly a bit high but if it's in near perfect condition it does have low miles for these cars. If it's an automatic I'd definitely try to get the price down a good bit, they don't hold their value nearly as well as the manuals. I think you'll really enjoy it. Let me know if you have questions!
Man I see prices below $5000 everywhere but you only get junk in germany for that price. Good miatas are around 12k€ here :(
Where can i buy one tho btw i live in the philipines
Does anybody know where to buy a 94 miata in sweden????
i love miot
Looking for a video that focuses on rust spots and fixes.
Look no further! I made a video covering what you're looking for a while back! czcams.com/video/eoFtbtP2ONs/video.html
I’m looking at a 1990 blue mx-5 na with 67k miles, one owner, hardtop, and they’re asking for $9,800, is this a good price?
That sounds like a solid deal. Low mileage and and hardtop! win win
My neighbor has a Miata parked in his drive away for a long time and they had it for sale sign but idk how to ask how much or if they would take 200$ Bc idk what’s wrong with it
It’s always worth making an offer and trying to see what the deal is with it!
Found one in my area that's been listed for about 2 weeks. 1993, 220k miles, no visible rust, no dings and 99% clean paint (at least the paint visible outside the copious amounts of sponsor brand stickers). Soft top is also pretty good condition on the outside. Super clean interior. From the wheels and stickers, I assume it was an autocross Miata. Asking price is $3900, dropped from $4100 last week.
I'm curious if there's something wrong with it since it's been listed for 2 weeks and was price dropped a week into the listing. And the potential autocross usage has me wondering if it's badly beat up under the hood. Otherwise, I think I will try following up on it regardless. Not sure if it's a good deal or not, but with the information I have, I wonder if that price is a good deal in today's market or not.
Today's market is NUTS! I was considering picking one of these up a few years ago and in 2019 you could buy a 93 miata with 150K miles and in mint shape for $2,500. We missed the boat! If a recession happens the values will drop drastically.
I’m this market that’s insanely low
Is a Mazda MX-5 '91 sold at 10k with a hardtop with 10.000 miles and looks completely new with some mods worth it ?
With todays market, probably
Yo, what wheel size and tyre size you got here man. Are you on coils too?
14x6 wheels, 195/60R14 Falken azenis 615k tires and yonaka coilovers!
@@CashedOutCars thanks!
Also ask for a CarFax report.
The MX5 is the best value car in the universe, ‘value’ being pounds(or dollars) spent for units of fun gained.
I want one😭. I will see one tomorrow. The owner said that it would need a new starter and that the radiator leaks water. They ask for $3000 but I wouldn't like to give more than $1800
Depending on how bad the rest of the car was, $3000 might not be that bad!
@@CashedOutCars I went see the car It is a 1995. It has a crashed right side fender. It has not licence plate and no permit seal or sticker( we call it here in Puerto Rico marbete) I think I saw engine fluid leak too...what do you think?
found one mint 1994 na M edition with only 45k miles on it, asking 9k for it though, not sure if its a good deal..
That seems like a fair price if it's truely mint
What tires do you have on it?
They’re Falken Azenis 615k, 195/60/R14s!
My issue is I cant even find the miata I want or don't really know where to look for one
Fla is where all the good ones are, no rust, well maintained, low milage driven by old people on the weekend. 2003 LS 95000 miles 5000 dollars for mine 2 months ago
I want to do an EV swap on this, so I guess the condition of the whole ICE and everything surrounding it doesnt matter, or is the resale value of these parts very good?
Resale value of a Miata engine tends to be between $200 and $1000-$1500 depending on year and condition
@@CashedOutCars thanks, seems all right but nothing special I guess
@@Menon9767not hating, just curious, why an ev swap?
@@theorderofthepurplephoenix3321 Instant acceleration and cheap maintenance / electricity. It's about as expensive to do an EV swap as a turbo conversion here. Only downside is the lack of engine sound, but nothing that can't be fixed/faked
What mileage is too high mileage for a NB if its mint otherwise? 220k
In my opinion, if was truly taken care of mileage isn’t a major concern. My NA has 217k on it
Sway bar update?
Feels good! The car corners much flatter now. Since I just did the front the car is a bit understeery at the limit
I’m 15, in my freshman year of high school, and I want a red ‘94 NA Miata, but I don’t think it’ll be seen as a manly car. It might not seem important, and it won’t be after high school, but if I’m gonna get made fun of for having one, I’ll get made fun of for three years straight.
I got a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser at the moment, and that was the plan for when I turn 16, but me and my parents both agree that the blind spots are horrendous and have bad gas mileage, so we’re thinking about selling it and buying something else with the money from that.
Is it worth the potential bullying?
im in a similar position as you but understand that anyone who makes fun of u is prollly just a loser lmao
Do all mk1 miatas come as convertible?
Yes, they do make removable Hardtops for them but they are quite expensive in the US these days
@@CashedOutCars thank you :)
I'm new to all this. Can someone tell me how much is too many miles for this kind of car ?
If they’re well cared for they last a very long time. Mine had 216k miles, but it was relatively well kept before I got it. That said, lower mileage cars are more likely to have less problems, but it’s not a guarantee
@@CashedOutCars thank you ! I really fell in love with it and I'm trying to understand as much as I can haha❤️
They’re awesome cars, and you’re doing the right thing! I hope you find a nice one soon!
How many miles is to much for one of these?
In my opinion, if properly maintained, mileage is just a number. I turbo'd mine at 210k with the original engine
Currently 15 and my birthday is in april. I am looking at this one miata which was garage kept but has 174,000 miles. It is $4000...thoughts? It's a 96.
A 96 is a good year since it’s towards the end of the NA run. At that price it would have to be in very good condition with no rust or problems for me to consider, but ultimately the choice is up to you! You’ll love it when you get one. Good luck!
CashedOutCars There is no rust on the car but that’s just from the pictures and assuming he’s keeping his word when he says garage kept
If u could negotiate that price to 3500 sounds like a good deal, it’s starting to get hard to find good ones for less than 4K
@@boofjunior8629 check now. A clean unmodded NA / NB are going for like 5-8k
I want my first car to be a 1990 NA Mazda Miata
5:21 man if only i could get a shitty miata for $3k now
If shitty is your requirement, they’re still very much out there for less than 3k!😂
I need help and if you can give me and advice I’ll pay you for that but I don’t have experience buying cars but I really want a Mazda Miata Can someone help me please 🙌🏻🤲🏻🙏🏻
Miss my NA :(
They’re great cars, I want another to add to my collection!
guys make sure you know that these tips only work in north amarica and nebraska as atated in the title [NA and NB] ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks for the clarification😂
1000$?
here it is 14000$ for an 280000KM driven NA. in a ok shape. wtf.
yup, "local market" laws my ass
whats the price range for the na?
For a beater I’d pay $1000-$1500, a nice one $2500-$4000 and a really nice one (immaculate, low miles) more than that. All depends on your area and what’s available at the time though!
CashedOutCars appreciate that help n yeah everything by me is expensive. asking like $5000 +
CashedOutCars how much did you pay for yours?
They certainly have been increasing in value recently as more people want them and more are beat on and destroyed. I paid $1,000 for mine 5 years ago. It had about 200k on it and was in rough shape, I have some videos on it on my channel!
CashedOutCars yeah it has not sure why all of a sudden tho n yeah checking it out rn. dope content btw. n i wish i found one for $1000 I can’t even find one for that low no matter what condition. people charge way too much for sum real beat up ones.
Owned 3 miatas since 2010. No roll bars and race seats dont add value to a NA and NB. They're things you do becuase you think they are cool in 2012. If you buy a NA or NB leave it fully stock and just enjoy it. Its fun modified yes, its also perfect the way it is. I even think it sounds race-y without an intake and exhaust.
Seriously the miata stock vs modded thing is even worse than the S13 or S14 community. But noone cares because people still think its gay. (now that thats offensive they tell you they think its gay by saying "I dont like convertibles". Thats code for "i think its gay")
When we got to the rust part, i don't even want a car anymore, i rather buy a fucking bike
Bikes are a blast too, if you take care of your car they won’t rust though!
I’m just hopping the dude shows up after driving 3 hours
I hope he does too!
@@CashedOutCars sadly he did not lmao
AC? It's a convertible, the wind is your AC.
it's only good on a trip, in traffic it's better to just close the roof
You clearly don’t live in a hot climate
no a/c = more power
True, it also means sweating tons in warm weather hahaha
@@CashedOutCars tell me about it im from Texas lmfaoo
Cara paga 1000 conto num carro veio, aq essa porra é 100.000!!!!! Q tristeza 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
sucks that the cheapest miatas here are €5,000...
I wish I could get a Miata for 5k. Cheapest rust buckets I can find are 10k minimum. Well-running Miata’s go for 17 grand here
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