1990 Auto Vs 1997 Auto

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1990 Auto Vs 1997 Auto

Postby theaussieinhk » Sat Dec 11, 2010 9:57 pm

Hi guys, I am new here and I would really appreciate the advice

I am looking for a used MX-5 and I have come across these two adverts.
Is there a big difference in the auto gearbox between these two models that I should go for the 1997 (british racing green) version? Things such as performance, comfort and road noise

The reason why I like the 1990 (white) model more is the colour, the beige leather trim and overall looks really nice inside compared to the 1997 one I am looking at. Both have similar kilometers around 120,000km. But the 1990 one i cheaper by $3,500.
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Re: 1990 Auto Vs 1997 Auto

Postby rwf » Sun Dec 12, 2010 11:53 am

If u can afford the 1997
Get it
1800
More bracing
Stronger diff
Better brakes
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Re: 1990 Auto Vs 1997 Auto

Postby 93_Clubman » Mon Dec 13, 2010 10:45 am

^+1
1.6 motor in auto na6 is also detuned, so apart from having to contend with the auto transmission it has less power than 1.6 manual motor.


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