You NEED to Buy a Miata! [And This is the BEST One]
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
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The Mazda Miata is such a fun little sports car. You have the NA with the pop up headlights, the NB with the fixed headlights, the NC with the full redesign and the ND, which has won the 'car of the year' award! Which one is the ideal value? Well, the NC. But, they are all good, so let us know which Miata is your favorite and why!
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I feel like the best miata is the one you own. That being said...I really want one lol
Lol same
Lmao, I just bought a 1990 miata as my first car. Very happy w my purchase😌
Agree, mine is a 17 RF in Soul Red. Drives great and turns heads everywhere.
Agreed!
No matter what gen it is. Just buy it and DRIVE
@@the_flying_pighewitt8023 how is it? I want my first car to be a Miata :)
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For those people who have not owned a Miata and questioned the practicality of owning this sports car, I’ll share my 30 years experience.
I purchased my first Miata in 1990. It was my daily driver until 2006 with 155,000 miles. I learned to track on it, too. Other than replacing the top, a wheel (from spinning off track), and routine maintenance, not one single repair in 16 years. I gave it to a 17 year old enthusiast, but still miss it.
I have also owned 2002 NB, 2006 NC1, and 2010 NC2. I’ve rented ND1s, and am purchasing 2020 ND2 in May. I’ve daily driven and tracked over 350,000 miles in Miatas. I’ve owned a number of other sports cars, too, (Porsches, Zs, Alphas, Austins included) but I strongly prefer Miatas as my daily drivers. All are fun, all have been very reliable, and tough little tanks.
My wife and I share a soft spot for the 1990 NA. She told me not to get rid of it; I wished I’d listened. NB2 is a better sports car - the NA perfected. But I’ve considered buying another NA just to restore. I’ve never thought about buying another NB. Something special about NAs that I can’t explain. Closest to driving a go cart on the road, maybe. And every time we see an NA, my wife says, “I told you not to get rid of that one.”
NC2 is IMO one of the most underrated sports cars in the world. (Even Jeremy Clarkson surprisingly gushed over this one). When enthusiasts dismiss NC2s off handedly, I assume they probably have not had much experience with many cars. A sports car bargain right now. Have 110,000 miles on mine, still looks new, replaced ignition wires only repair. Seemingly unbreakable for me.
Drove my NC2 back to back with ND1, and upgrading was not an obvious choice until ND2. NC2 significantly improved for track over NC1. The NCs are a great choice for larger folks; they have significantly more room than all other Miatas. I’m 6’1” 190 lbs and NDs feel snug (in a good way) by comparison. NC is so roomy that bracing my legs during spirited or competitive driving actually takes some practice. The NDs are perfectly fitted to hold me in place without any special effort. But if you’re over 6’1”, I recommend driving an ND a bit before assuming it’s the one. The ND2’s HP increase and telescoping steering wheel convinced me to go for ND. NC2 will become dedicated track car.
Having owned and really driven many cars over the years, there is no other car I’d rather have as my daily driver (Boxster included, but that’s for another time.).
And something for novices to remember, it’s simply not as fun to push powerful and expensive cars to their limits. When you know that a little spin out might cost you 10,000 bucks or more, most of us hesitate to take our $100,000+ sports cars to their limits. And it’s not actually more fun when we do. I can literally replace my Miata for the cost of a fairly simple repair on one of my other cars. Why our expensive sports cars sit in the garage, we rent super cars to experience the track, but we daily drive Miatas.
As for image issues, I have no idea what people go on about. My (very) gay friend who cuts my hair hates Miatas and drives a V8 Camero SS. My wife thinks they’re too small and windy and drives a 2019 Stinger GT2.
Hope this helps those not sure about jumping into Miata world.
this! i have an NC2 and when i let people drive it they immediately fall in love.
Would you recommend an NA for someone who is 6'2?
Yes, I can mostly confirm and certainly agree with what you said. *edit: mostly confirm only because I don’t have the depth of experience with NB’s but I wrenched at a dealership for most of the NA run, have owned and been around many NC and now own 2 ND 2’s
@@rawhidelamp you can, but you will have to do some mods to the seats in an NA, to fit. It's where you remove some of the foam from the seat so you sit lower
@@rawhidelamp What LoCig VI said. I think you could fit absolutely fine, but at 6'2", it starts to depend on your proportions and how you like to sit.
I initially thought the ND2 RF GT was a little too snug for my liking. (That thought never crossed my mind with the NA - NC models.) I figured I would not be able to wear a helmet comfortably. But after a few thousand miles, I completely lost that perception that it was too snug. It feels like it was made to fit me even with a helmet and without any adjustments to the seat. I never perceived the NA to be cramped. So, I'm guessing if the NA feels a little snug initially for you, you could probably figure a seating position that works with minimal adjustments, and after a driving it a little, it will become completely comfortable. I know a guy who is 6'3" and he says all the Miata models feel fine to him except the ND2 RF.
I got a 93 supercharged 1.6, best car i've ever driven and will keep it for life.
What type of supercharger did you put on?
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@@bakerXderek damn bro you got a mimi too? if you’re ever up azusa let’s run it 🤣
Same for me i am rebuilding my 91 miata did the engine... this year suspension and next year metal work and painting. I aint selling mine either or they need to offer a massive bag of cash.🤣
Is it reliable and does it start fine in the winter?
"Happy miata noise's"
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The NA is the best, it's the OG, however all of them are amazing even the NC.
Not even “even the NC”, it’s still a Miata and it’s still fun! All Miatas rule!
@@o-tuathail As an NC driver, I agree!
@@Kyouske_42 You own an NC? Cool!
What do you mean nc? You mean the boat?
There’s no better Miata than the na
Best miata is the one you can afford
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My favorite is the NB personally. I used to own a '90 NA, got it as my first car. Now I have a '99 NB and it just feels like a more grown up more put together version of the NA. It's very similar to the NA from the engine to the interior but it has the LSD, ABS, power steering an cruise control which are nice creature comforts to have when it's your daily. Got mine right before Christmas for $3200 with 84k miles, zero rust, zero accidents. Easy to work on, fun to drive and cheap to run.
so it has everything non base model na miatas have
I bought my first Miata ('91 NA) four years ago and instantly fell in love with it! It's a beater but it's never let me down.
The NB is by far the most sporty of the older generation Miatas. The newest one is quite nice looking as well but the NB is still the winner for looks and modifications available.
I just got a 95 NA in almost perfect condition for $1,500 because they didn’t know how to change the main fuse, this has been one of the coolest experiences ever!
i can’t find any for under 2.5k
@@gage485 I didnt find it on a listing, it's been sitting in the parking lot across from my work for, what I've heard, the past 3 years, but its had a cover on it and it looked really good, so I looked up the registration for the vin number and contacted the owners to see if they would sell it, and it just worked out.
honestly, the nb in my opinion is better than the na, cause it looks like a baby viper
That's exactly the reason why I prefer the Na 😄
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That is so true
@@jeremygroves802 headlights go down
Totally forgot about the"Zoom Zoom Zoom" theme song.
haha gotta bring it back!
I've driven all of them except for the NC, I currently own a NB myself and I have to say the best ones for purists are the NA and ND.
NA because it's the purest, OG and a real future classic. But a lot less comfortable on highways and such.
ND because it's the most refined, quickest and newest of the bunch. But space is really limited.
I've owned two NB's, one pre facelift and one facelift version and they are pretty close to the NA but a bit more comfortable as a daily driver.
They have the most space (passenger and luggage) of the bunch and relative to the NA's they are younger and with that a little less cost sensitive cars.
But if you want car review purity the NA Just tops it in smiles per gallon, and the ND feels like driving something from the future for me.
I've had two NBs and currently have an NC. I like the NC more than the NBs. They are as fast and don't weigh much more (without PRHT) than the Mazda Speed Miatas and are safer, more comfortable, more rigid and you don't have to replace timing belts. They also handle as well as the NBs, I am just as confident getting the rear end loose as I was with the NBs. Also, the NCs higher power makes getting the rear end loose easier.
I drove the NA, NB, and NC. The NA/B felt lighter and more agile but slower. The NC felt roomier (tilt wheel) and the engine felt like it had more low-end and mid-range torque.
Proud former owner of an NA here! Love love this video! Thank you for posting this!
In my personal honest opinion, I think the ND is the best generation. It has similar size dimensions and weight to the NA and NB respectively with the modern amenities. It's very well built, no squeaks and rattles, highest naturally-aspirated power, and has the single-latch lockable softtop (beats the hell out of unlatching two clips on both front roof corners and risking the top bounce up and down if you go over nasty bumps). Big thanks to SKYACTIV technology! Saving my pennies to get an ND one day.
But really, to each its own for every generation. No matter which one you get, you'll get a true driver's car!
Miata Is Always The Answer!
I say NB, they’re the most comfortable and spacious ones plus in my opinion the most customizable ones. Got a 2002 SE with 140,000 for 3000 and she’s in amazing condition, definitely was a steal ❤️
Just cant stop love those pop up head lights and my man Brad 💪
Love my 96 ma and it has under 65000 miles with original top! I am 73 years old but driving it reminds me of my mgb of the 1960's.
I'm 72 and my BRG '96 NA8 has 260K km and runs like new. Best car I've ever driven, never mind owned. My top's also original, I think, but I've had it off to have some stitching redone and a new plastic window.
Just bought a 2000 NB LS trim with 63,xxx miles in garage kept condition for $5,700!!! Only thing non stock is the radio!!! Today has been a dream🙏🙏
Probably one of the best, most reasoned reviews I’ve seen yet. I was a mechanic during the NA days, worked on 4 or 5 years. Gave the NB a miss but owned an NC and an ND and they are all brilliant for many of the same reasons as well as specific reasons in each year. It truly is always the answer.
Na is probably not the best “car” but it’s the best looking imo 🤷🏻♂️ I drove an 02 in the past and currently own a purple 94 😃
Rob Fuchs gotta black94’
Black 92 🤟 working on a medium price turbo build right now
My 91 turbo is a rogue monster, recently I set it up for drift and just finished refreshing the 1.6 with opened ring end gaps for bigger boost. Last configuration I ran 18psi and it felt like a rocket....
I saw a purple m edition for sale. Those look so good!!
Monkey Wrenching dang 18 psi. That’s awesome!
I’ve always loved the pop up headlights, ever since I saw them as a kid I fell in love. I actually never seen them pop up until a few weeks ago when I saw a video in Instagram
I’ve got a 99 NB with a 5spd. Even though I barely fit in it, I still love it! The excellent driving dynamics and open top pleasure cruising make up for the cramped interior.
How tall are you?
It is subjective. My heart says NB. Not a fan of pop up headlights. I really love that pagani diecast
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Guys! Which gen is your fav?? NA, NB, NC or ND? I think we need a Miata on this channel... don't you?!
It's ridiculous how certain guys love the NA or ND, but hate on NB or NC etc. The MX-5 is an awesomely fun sports car, regardless of its iteration.
Zs B people aren’t allowed to have opinions based on your logic lol wth
I have a 1994 on the way with 16k original miles on it. Red with Camel Leather. Was owned by a older woman who only drove it to the golf course in the summer. Excited to add it to the garage along with our trusty 06’ LX470. Long live the modern Japanese classics!
I bought an NC1 2007 last Dec. and paid $11,500 for it. It only had 18K miles on it. Looks showroom new. It's the touring model, and I love this car. Most fun driving I have ever had.
You should definitely test drive an ND and really thrash it around some corners - it's a ton of fun and feels different than most cars on the market these days
My 1990 NA with 330k miles and still runs great. Its my daily driver and I go from Fla to Va and NY at least twice a year. NEVER left me stranded. I guess the old adage, “If it don’t break, don’t change it” ( well, I changed that saying a little bit, but you get the point).
Love it when you guys upload vids that feature miatas. My ND is my 1st miata and man! Whattacar!
I acquired my Classic Red 1995 Miata, Series 2, in the summer of 2001. This 5-speed special edition has a tan interior and top, cruise, power windows and antenna. Joined the Miata Club of Minnesota that summer and have been going Zoom-Zoom ever since. To date, I've only seen one just like mine. Now officially tagged a collector car, in great condition, I often show it a local car shows. Whether traveling in the Smokies or the Rockies, nothing beats driving top down!
Loved this video! I’m the second owner of an NA and it’s one of my favorite cars to drive. Can’t wait to finish it and hit the track. I alternate between an 05 Mini Cooper S with some upgrades and an Audi S4 with a few mods. All thumbs up to owners in the thread😎
I love Miatas in this order NB,ND,NA, NC. I have a full track build supercharged NB, pushing 235hp/198tq. I love it!
I got one with 178,000 for 2,200. She’s in great condition and I just did timing belt/water pump kit and she’s a dream!
how long did the timing belt and pump take u
alex grossman it took me a week giving it an hour here and there when I could. I’d say a total of 6-9hrs and I’m no professional!
I have a black 1992 no rust. Paint cleans up well for year. Got it for 2,000$ 150xxx miles clean title. In California
@@alexdafaatty NB Miata - less than one hour. Pump can stay until it breaks. Driven seperatly by independent poly V - belt. Can be changed if start making noise...
@@heikopanzlaff3789 What? NB Water pump is driven by the timing belt and is usually part of the timing belt replacement kit. Took me a little more than an afternoon with help from someone who'd done it before. NC has a timing chain that should last the life of the engine.
I have a 2006 NC since 2011. It needed new brakes because of track use, but that's it. No single issue at all. Lowered it, both the car and the drivers seat and swaybar'd it with Eibach, and I really cannot imagine I need more car than this.
But... I in fact want an ND. Being 6'3" is really an issue. Don't fit in the RF at all, and do not fit in the passenger seat.
A nicely equipped NC, is a better daily than an ND. It is more practical with more interior space, I’m 6 1 plus way bigger trunk opening (trust me makes a difference) and better cup holders...way better lol...not to mention you will be able to drag early NDs from lights and beat them. 😁 Nd is still the business tho.. better overall car and waaayyy better looking 😅
Its really nice to watch your videos.. you have such an relaxing voice but you know how to talk about power! thats what i like!!! Just make your videos like this or like every other one hahah
great work
-MAPD
The NA is my favorite cause I own one 😂
and the POPUPUPANDDOWNHEADIGHTS
The NB has grown on me and it is my personal favorite; nothing can stop me from getting rid of my baby, not even my wife.
I whould love to own a NA myself
@@joshbrock2663 Pop
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can i like ... steal it.... please
I've got a 2005 LS automatic. I live in the NYC area and was tired of the constant shifting my last car in bumper to bumper traffic. Bought it used in 2007 with 7000 miles, it now has 65000 miles. I still love it. Sent it out to New Mexico, last year. Thought it would be fun cruising in the mountains in. Wish it was a stick now☹. Stuck in NYC area, so my friend is enjoying it. Oh by the way this is the guy who refused to get in it when visiting NYC.
You know the most hurtful part?
They don't sell Miatas in all parts of the world.
For example: India. 💔😭
Feels bad man
what?? why not?
@@IdealMediaChannel because mazda itself is not present as a brand in India. Not to blame them we have some of the shittiest law surrounding the automobile industry. Eg- There is a 200% tax hike in price tag of a new car if it isn't manufactured in India. The base model Nissan GT-R Premium which sells for $115k in the US, the same car is sold her for $200k; the Porsche 911 Carrera S which sells for $113k in US, sells for $214k in India. See our sad condition?
@@debdal6 Exactly. Don't even get me started on the prices of Lambos and Ferraris 😂
@Ideal Media Hondas, Volkswagen GT & Skoda Octavia are pretty much the only fun to drive cars that we can buy here!
And yes, not to forget, the rear wheel drive Legend, Tata Nano, that costs only about $1500 brand new. 😂
@@AutoVirals to an extent hyundais too what they lack in power compared to others they mire than make up for it in driving feel
bro, I'm buying a Miata tomorrow as my first car I'm so freaking excited
How’d it go. Do you like it?
@@veganbeef2015 yeah man I just got it registered so that’s sick and I’m taking it to the beach next week I love that thing I totally recommend it for your teenagers it’s a great car and it’s quite cheap!!!
@@jakeaginger6077 sound awesome!
I had an NA, traded up for an NB that was pretty modified so I wouldn’t have to sink the money into the NA, and I love it. I love the original style of the NA (especially the pop ups) but I absolutely love my NB. For sheer stock fun, the NA was probably the most vanilla fun you can have. Unbelievably reliable, super fun, and such a classic car.
Nice job, thanks for toning it down a little, makes it alot easier to watch
I have an 1990 MX5 custom Fab 62k original miles, it's the car I used to teach my daughter how to drive a manual trans. I take it to car shows and people don't recognize it. Very, very fun to drive!!
Great video. I’ve driven all years and I have owned a 95, a 00, and an 06. Love them all. ...I’d have to say the 95 NA was my favorite. - Charles
I have a red 1990 made January 89 and sold July 89 making one of the first ones in Quebec, 70k miles. Almost perfect condition...a real blast to drive. I've driven them all but I still love my NA the best.
Cool video, I’ve always thought owning a Miata would be fun. Still remember reading a review of the very first one. They couldn’t get the reviewer off the track! So at 53 I finally got around to buying one. A 2019 sport soft top. Really love it! My second choice would probably be an NA . Modding one would probably be fun , but by the time you got it right you’d probably be in ND money!
I have NC mk3 from the end of 2005. It’s revolution edition, 2.0 160hp, 6 speed manual, soft top, factory Bilstein suspension and full equipment. I love this car ❤
Have owned 6 Miata's so far. Back in 1996, first one. Wrecked it in a rain storm...got a new one then = 1996. 3 years later 1999 new one flipped my lease. Wrecked that one in wet road conditions, Ins = New 99 = 4. Searched, found and bought in 2004 another 99 - still have it(seen better days...parting it out now loved it!). Just picked up a 96 with only 43k on it for $2500!!! Has hail damage but new clutch, new top and in great con!!!! Gonna do small mods....re-lovin the pop-up headlights!!!
Had a 1990 Miata ...BEST CAR I'VE EVERY OWNED!!!! Repairs were minor..drove it for ten years until I was mowed over be a big truck pulling out of a parallel parking space. She hit me broadside so hard I nearly rolled!!! That was the end of my favorite car. Looking for another gem.
I've owned a NA '91 Miata.
I'm absolute fall in love with her, i mean, it's small, you can park her everywhere and she do 10 km/L more or less.
The aesthetics is awesome, that is increased by the POPUP headlights: Love them.
Yes, stock performance are not so good, but hey. There are soooooo many kit's for those cars, you have the spoilt of choice.
I managed to buy an NA Miata that was already swapped with 1.8 from NBFL, 6-speed, Torsen, Bilstein coilsover shocks, big brakes AND the whole interior with wooden Nardi pack, plus it has a rollbar and a windshot and heated rear glass window in a very good condition soft top also with just minor rust spots on the rear fender and sideskirt but very clean underneath for just 3,100$. Has a horrible paintjob tho but other than that everything works. Had to take a train across half the country to get her XD But i love her
I had an NA. Loved that car more than any other I’ve ever had. I’d get another NA because....Miata!
I like my stock NA Miata with the 1.8l simply on how I got it in its condition. It had 150k kms on it, no comestic rust, fairly well taken care of yet somehow this Miata was originally sold in my city and stayed here. My city is notoriously cold and uses salt on the roads every year . I searched everyday for a year to get the car and I'm so glad I did. I learned standard on it and have had fun ever since. I have yet to see another Miata like this in my city
I had a NB and loved it, But I would buy a ND now for the teck and power! And I love the new styling of the ND to!
NC miatas are such underdogs but they have so much potential.. I can see the NC growing soon.
NB2 MazdaSpeed Miata was the best Miata released.
Got one that's going through a ground-up resto. Can't wait to get it on the road.
I just picked up my first miata, 1990. I love the thing, the pop ups put it ahead of even the ND in my book.
Awesome video - subscribed!
Nice overview of the Miata generations. I'm currently in the market for a NC Miata as a fun extra car or maybe even commuting. The power retractable hardtop with manual gear box is at the top of my list. Cheers.
I owned a 1990 NA Miata and loved it. I live in Canada where we get big winters and I drove it year round. It was low but was amazing with 4 studded winter tires. I sold it after 5 years and now I want another Miata. I want a NC. Bright silver with tan top and mahogany leather. I find it super sexy and rugged looking with those fender flares. I find it the best looking generation so far.
My first was a 94 NA and I loved it. Now I have a 00 NB1 with 109k miles on it I stole for $750. Will be a great base for customizing. Some day I would like to get a ND2.
I've had a '91 NA for a couple years, and I bought a '99 NB last year. If you want people waving and randomly complimenting you all the time, get an NA. Everyone LOVES it! Kids think it's a toy, the adults love the popups or have a story about a friend that had one, their fun even when your not driving.
I daily drive an ND1, so I'm a bit biased towards it, but I really like the NB.
Had a 2000 (NB) back in 2005 for a couple of years. Now, I have a 2008 (NC). My NB was an awesome car. Reliable, fun, inexpensive to maintain. My NC does all of those, but it’s just a more easy to live with car.
Not sure how I missed this video.
I have an NA and an NB. The NA is a 90 with the stock 1.6l. It needs a new oil pump, piston rings, the bore should probably be honed as well. It sat for a few years with a leaking head gasket and the engine was practically seized. I have a 1.8l I plan to rebuild and drop in the car. The car has a two-tone black/blue fade with a body kit, tiged in hood nostrels and riveted on hood vents. It looks much meaner than it actually is.
My second miata is a 99 NB. It's white with a black hardtop that deperately needs a paintjob. The NB is boosted to about 14psi and puts out 260whp/305 crank. It has 225/15s in the rear at about .5deg negative camber. It has a 6spd from a 2002 SE installed, combined with the rear end from the same car. I just replaced the clutch with an ACT stage3, paired with a lightweight flywheel.
To answer the question of which miata is the best. For an enthusiast, any of them but the NC. The NA-NB share almost all parts. I would certainly buy one of those if it's not your only vehicle. They are pretty cheap to upgrade. The NA/NB are fairly easy to work on, short of fixing oil pan leaks (you have to drop the subframe, or pull the engine). Like a 90s civic, once you've done the work once, it's easy to apply the same knowledge to a car that was made a whole decade later. Also, swapping a 1.8 into an early 90s NA is pretty simple. Building these engines isn't too hard either. You can pick up a built NB engine for about $2k. Also, the NA/NB are non-interference engines, meaning the timing belt can snap while you're on the road (happened to me) and you're a timing belt away from being back on the road again. The engine also has a cast iron block, which is far more durable than the sleeved aluminum varieties (like the D16 civic engine).
If you want something to drive out of the box, without issues, certainly get an ND. Those cars are just sexy to look at. The hardtop doesn't do it for me because the motors are just something else to break. However, being able to go topless on the go, while enjoying the pleasures of a hardtop is a very nice creature comfort. It also has plenty of tuning potential.
The NC is considered to be the black sheep of the family. The looks are agonizing (at least for me). The front end just doesn't look right. The tail lights are too euro, the engine has a polymer valve cover and intake manifold (most cars do these days). And the chassis is just too heavy to get the PWR (power to weight ratio) you would with other years. I look at it as the miata for your grandparents, or your mom. It is the least enthusist-friendly variety of miata out there.
From my perspective, the NB certainly takes the cake, ideally a 2002 SE, or the drivetrain from one. While I love the popup headlights, they are something else to break. (The relay on my NA went out and they would not stop going up and down) I slapped some Spec-D headlights on my NB and that car looks 20yrs newer.
While the ND has more stock HP and you can tune it without an aftermarket ECU, there's still a lot of tech that the older models didn't have, not to mention a lot of plastic that needs to be replaced at some point. The older cars are less of a computer, and more of a fun-machine. New for new, the NB is just the Miata pinnacle. The mazdaspeed was made during the NB era. My NB puts out more power than a stock mazdaspeed, and it's under-tuned. It was built for 30PSI. Most of the work I've done have been upgrades, replacing shoddy parts put on by previous owners, or just plain 20yr old car maintanance (brakes, tierod ends, oil pan gasket, tires, diff fluid, trans fluid, oil change, etc). That 1.8 cast iron block is just a solid powerplant.
I'm not a new car fan by any strech of the imagination. However, if I did buy a new car, it would have to be an ND.
Great video, certainly ideal.
yup, i got an nb2 sportive (1.8 vvt with the big brakes and chasis reinforcements) for almost 3 years now. Put eibach and bilsteins for lower and stiffer ride (next will be stiffer sway bars, cause still rolls a lot more than desired)
I´m in love with it despite the lack of power on straights and the excesive oil consumption of my engine.
Cheap to run and the best Smiles/Money/Miles ratio ever
(not sure if going to overhaul or keep running until it explodes and then get a second hand engine.... swaps are out of the question cause here on Spain is really expensive and difficult to homologate them)
bought my 2000 nb at 17 a few months ago (i live in the uk so young people owning sports cars is very rare). instantly fell in love with it the first time i saw it. sold my first car and went out the next day to buy the miata. the price of my insurance is insane but i don't care. i daily drive it and if you ever drive past me ill bet you alot of money that theres an ear to ear smile on my face. ive driven both na and nc1 aswell. imo the nb was the better driving of the 3, but the na was just that bit more cool. i felt like the na has a bit more character than the others. but if you ever get the chance to own any miata, do it. you wont regret it. and do it quick before prices go up, i only paid £1050 for my nb with 91k miles, but i cant even find any for less than 1.7k with 100k+ miles anymore.
I chose the 95 NA M- edition as the best, then purchased. Better differential (torsion not open), bigger bored cylinders (1.8L baby), bigger breaks; but still an NA with pop-ups and it was all to easy to swap up to the NB motor! NA chase with NB motor for the win!!!
I have an NA Miata it’s a 91 and let me tell you them pop up lights always make me smile 😀
I paid $2500 for my 1991 that has a 1.8 swap from a little car lot in southern OK. Been dailying it for over a year and will never not have one from here on out. It has been easy to work on swapped a rear end in a weekend easily, 1.6 rears are glass but I have a 1.8 torsen center section so working on the stuff to get that swapped in.
My 1991 Miata bought new in AZ .. is perfect for me.. no rust..runs great.. garaged.. except for fun rides... I would NEVER sell it.. before Miata had MGA AND MGBs and had to carry toolbox in trunk. NOT WITH A MIATA... Love it zoom zoom
I just picked my 1995 Montego blue Mica Miata for $2500. Its got some issues but its clean interior wise and it's rust free. That being said, its fun!
I got the ND and I fell in love with it, now I want to get a NA and build a track car out of it
You guys literally released this video 2 days after I just got a 2005 Mazdaspeed Miata lol. I've driven all of them except the NC. The ND is really luxurious but the Mazdaspeed NB is the one to get. The gearing is a bit annoying because I always miss 5th and 6th and I'd suggest checking for valve cover oil leaks but other than that, they are awesome
I'm an original owner of an NC, and will just keep it 'till I'm too old and decrepit to get into and out of it. That's the key to any of these; you have to be able to fit into one :-)
Mine is a 2001 NB that my father bought new. I know it's entire service history and I've worked at keeping it in good condition, plus some custom touches along the way. Someone here said that the best Miata is the one you own, and that is the truth. Mine is a handsome car and I have more fun driving it than any car I've owned before, and as long as my knees hold out and it doesn't get totaled, I plan on keeping the car for as long as I can.
Just got an NA r package for 2000 (sheer luck). It’s amazing and comes with next to nothing. No power steering, power windows but has AC. I think the NA best from an enthusiasts point of view because of its simplicity!
Ive owned 1996 NA8
1991 NA6
2006 NC
and 2004 Mazdaspeed miata
all with atleast suspension mods and LW rims and UHP tires.
My favorite is honestly the NC miata bc they are way cheaper now, and its very very easy to swap a 2.5 fomoco motor, bolts pretty much right in and 220 hp with better torque curve. Add stiffer suspension with sway bars mounts and 200tw tires they are a ton of fun for autox or track. They also make for much more comfortable daily drivers. Pro tip, if the NC miata comes with the yellow sport struts then it has a factory LSD, i dont think all the grand touring had the LSD but if the car has yellow factory struts it has LSD.
But, stock for stock the mazdaspeed is a ton of fun and the boost is really addictive. Daily drivability is 'eh bc the 6 speeds gear ratios are pretty short and the MSM has several little quirks to iron out before they are really solid fun.
Just picked up my 1990 miata with 123k miles on it along with a full service history. Unmolested tride & true. Always been a fan of the yatas!!!!
Love the content
Just bought an NA last week for a thousand dollars needs a little TLC but not bad overall
Enjoy check out Miata.net plenty of info and help.
The Miata it is one of the greatest if not the greatest sports car out there just for the fact of the possibilities and options you have with it. The aftermarket for any model is unlimited and that's what makes the cat so great 👍👍👍
I love Miatas but imma go with the NB Miata I always liked the style of it
I think I’ll take your advice and line up test drives for 3 different series. Then use ideal strategies to make a great purchase!
I still miss it; bought a new '92; red and the absolute base model; cloth seats, no air, crank up windows, no radio, steel wheels, no limited slip diff and the BEST stick shift I have ever owned (which covers everything from Hondas to Vettes). It wasn't a stick, more like a tall toggle switch, SNICK, SNICK....$13,999
I had a well-NA (1990) and loved it. Then I got an "almost new" NB (2003 Special Edition) and I love it even more. It couldn't be more useless as a practical car (for hauling passengers or lots of stuff or for long trips), but it's always a really fun car to drive. The fun never goes away, so I'll never sell it. If other models are "more fun," I don't care.
Just got an 06’ NC 65,000 miles. I’m so excited now.
How much did you pay for it? I am getting an 06 in 2 weeks for $14,000. It's a bit steep but this baby is impeccable! It has over $6000 in performance upgrades. The undercarriage is spotless..you could eat off of it. It is the exact color combination I love..bright silver tan top and mahogany leather. The aftermarket Kenwood entertainment unit with touch screen..CD radio and Sirius XM looks and fits perfectly. Also bluetooth for paring your cellphone. It is one I will keep for many years.
Easy!! I’ve driven them all and the NA is the most fun 🤩 it’s raw driving at the best!!
The 1.6 it just feel zingy and smoother!!!!!!
Placed an order for my first Miata a few months ago, and last time I spoke to the dealer it was at the port. Hopefully not too much longer and I'll be able to see what all the hype is all about!
I really like the looks of the nb but would have to mount the seat to the floor to seat in it. I'm 6'0 and 32 inch in seam. I sat in a nb and didn't like how I was right up at the top of the wind sheild. some how the nc might be the right one for me.
Im lucky enough to own a 30ae ND. I've driven numerous other sports cars to find this and hands down Miata is always the answer. I've never driven an NB or an NC but I do have to say the ND is well worth it's money. It out preforms cars double its value , Iscnon stop fun. I daily it. And I'm in New England to you best believe that the RF is a necessity with the snow here. And also it's a blast in the snow or dry pavement.
I just detailed one of these and recorded it. Awesome car for sure!!
You should do an updated 2021 guide. NA and NB miatas are shooting up to around $6k here in the NE, usa
I numerously drove a 10-anniversary edition - red leather, all options in British Racing green. That was and is still my favourite Miata. Would I buy one... no. I have an 3.2 Carrera. But I will alway recommend these Mazda’s to anyone looking for an ‘Ideal’ deal on a religiously reliable sports car. Thanks for the video, Brad Danger.
9:32 Those 2 guys in the front green na must be feeling fabulous LOL
Had 2 NBs & 2 NCs. Latest isa 2008 Special Edition with 18,000 on the clock. I have dodged the NDs becouse of price. Interested in the “Speed” but never found one in my area and pricing that I wanted when I was in the market. Pretty happy with my 2008 Special Edition wiht every opion on it, I’ve just added bluetooth to the stock Bose so that I can run my iPhone throuch it and the over 40 gig of music I have on it. Tried a 77 MGB for a summer but had already been spoiled by my Miatas.
Since my 2017 Miata is the first and only Miata I've ever owned, it's the best one in my opinion. I've test driven a Mazdaspeed Miata. I had two reasons I didn't buy it. One, I didn't think I would like owning a convertible. I've always preferred coupes. Enter the RF. I didn't think I would like it all that much, but I took it for a spin and was immediately hooked. I even enjoy driving it with the top down. I know it isn't exactly the same experience as the soft top, but it definitely changed my mind about convertibles. I've done a couple of track days when I had a Subaru Impreza WRX. That was a blast, until I made a mistake and damaged my car. I refuse to take that chance with my 2017, so buying an older Miata to do track days is an appealing idea. So, I'm considering that for the future, though I don't know how soon I'll be able to do it. Either that, or buy a used C8 Corvette. It'll be a used Corvette by the time I could afford it.
I just realized I still had more to say, lol. Back to the Mazdaspeed Miata. The other reason was that it felt a little too small to me. Funny how our minds change over the years. I'm only 5' 9" and 210 lkbs,
Personally I would go for an ND but with an aftermarket hard top. Preferably in Carbon.
BTW the base engine in Europe and Japan is a 1.5L putting out 129 Bhp. and only weighs 2,119 lbs, which is about the same as the first gen.