When did the Miata NB come out?
The NA truly deserved its “lightweight sports car” title coming in at just over 2,000 pounds and its instant popularity encouraged other automakers to also try their hand at developing open-top sports cars. The second generation MX-5 (NB) debuted at Tokyo Motor Show in 1997 and went on sale as a 1999 model year.
How reliable is a NB Miata?
The Mazda Miata is a fairly reliable car. It’s a Consumer Reports recommended car, and it’s won multiple Car and Driver 10Best awards. And R reports that, as the NA is now a classic, Mazda has begun making new replacement parts for it, and even a full factory restoration.
What’s a good price for a Miata?
| Make | Avg Price | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| CarGurus Index | $27,750 | +28.77% |
| Mazda MX-5 Miata | $21,676 | +28.74% |
| 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata | $12,368 | +20.51% |
| 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata | $10,909 | +44.84% |
When did the Miata Nb 2 come out?
This was the year with the most significant changes to the NB generation Miata. 2001 to 2005 is known as the NB2, while the 1999-2000 cars are referred to as the NB1. The main parts that were updated for the 2001 model year are:
What makes the first generation Miata so special?
Of great importance were keeping most of the signature Miata traits that made the first generation NA Miata special, it’s independent double wishbone suspension and 50/50 weight distribution to name a few. 6 speed manual transmission with 3.9 final drive differential ratio (10th Anniversary model exclusive)
What kind of equipment does a 1999 Miata have?
The LS package essentially consolidates the Popular Equipment Package and Leather Package from the 1999 model year. It includes the Torsen LSD (on manual cars), 15″ alloy wheels, tan interior with tan leather seats, tan soft top, power locks, cruise control, windblocker, cassette player and Bose stereo system.
What was the interior color of the Mazda Miata in 2000?
Moving on to the interior of the car, Mazda replaced the tan interior color, with a lighter “Parchment” tan color that was previously used in the 2000 Special Edition. In addition, this is the first year that Mazda limited certain exterior colors to certain interior colors.