Is the 2007 Mazda Miata a hardtop car?
Last year, Mazda gave its pint-sized roadster a full redesign. Now representing the car’s third generation, it’s roomier and more powerful, but still as fun as it ever was. The major news for the 2007 Mazda Miata is the addition of a power-retractable hardtop (PRHT) version.
Which is the best NC Miata to buy?
However, having driven all 4 generations of the MX-5 and being an NC owner myself, I can say that the NC is my favorite. Now that prices for the MK3 have dropped to an affordable level for most people more and more people are buying them.
Are there any issues with the Miata NB generation?
‘NB’ generation Miatas are prone to front frame rail rust as well, although it’s not a wide-spread problem compared to the other two locations. The rocker panels are particularly delicate since by the time any rust manifests itself externally there’s probably plenty of rust in the underlying structure.
What kind of suspension does a NC Miata have?
The NC came with a very spongy and soft suspension from the factory (even with the sport suspension like my car has). This causes the car to roll too much in the corners.
What does NC stand for in Mazda Miata?
Few things offend Miata loyalists more than “nannies” that might take away from the raw driving experience that old Miatas are famous for. The NC represents a transitional phase for the MX-5 between a boy racer’s affordable sports car into more of a gentleman’s touring car.
What are the quirks of the Mazda Miata?
Everybody loves the ND, but the ND couldn’t have happened without the progress made by the NC. Mr. Regular found some pretty annoying quirks in the NC that we don’t hear about very often. These include the inability to put the top up while the windows are rolled all the way up and some nasty leaks that make it rain inside the car.
‘NB’ generation Miatas are prone to front frame rail rust as well, although it’s not a wide-spread problem compared to the other two locations. The rocker panels are particularly delicate since by the time any rust manifests itself externally there’s probably plenty of rust in the underlying structure.
What kind of engine does a Mazda MX-5 NC have?
The engines used in the Mazda MX-5 NC (1.8l & 2.0l) are part of the Mazda developed MZR L-Series engine range. The aluminium block L-Series is the evolution of it’s predecessor the cast-iron block F-Series. The MZR L-Series family has also been built and used by the Ford Motor Company marketed as the ‘Duratec’ engines.