New to the mx5 scene but very excited with my latest pickup, a 2001 Crystal Blue MXB NB8B 6 speed!
Only one dreadful phone pic from the sellers garage for now - full detail planned this weekend if weather improves!
Well okay.. it isn't completely mine, my dad recently lost access to his permanent company car and he can't stand public transport - after a couple of decades in commodore wagons I think the mid life crisis had hit and he wanted to get back into some driver focused and sporty (he used to own and cherish a Fiat 124 sports). He's not the type who spends his spare time on the internet but I might try to get him on here! I will have access to the car on weekends (I am also looking after servicing/maintenance/enhancements), but I already own a lovely RS Clio 182, pictured below, I sense some tough decisions ahead!
Very excited about this car, sitting in it and driving home with the roof down was a fantastic experience, I think I was grinning the whole time
After some bartering we got the car for a great price, didn't think we'd be able to get a NB8B in our budget, in saying that though there are some niggles. Paintwork could be better, although its fair for an 11.5 year old car - will probably do a slight cut back with my friends machine. Front bumper could do with respray, decent amount of paint missing behind the numberplate and on lip. The soft top also had a small cut in it, we have done a temp fix with a vinyl repair kit however would like to buy a new mohair one later on.
The car has a good service history, with recently replaced clutch and radiator. It is leaking coolant under the engine block which we've put down to a tired water pump and there is a whiff of fuel in the cabin which we are yet to investigate. Mechanically everything is solid, the previous owner didn't seem like much of a car bloke so I think it's had an easy life so far. The car has 102,000 km and hasn't had its major/belt service, which largely contributed to the cheap price - however looking at parts online, nothing seems too expensive (much cheaper then the Renault!). Thinking of buying http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Mazda-Miata- ... 2567e851d2 and hunting for some other bits - we will be carrying out the procedures ourself. Would've preferred genuine but I understand some genuine parts are aftermarket anyway. Does anyone have any feedback on this kit and other advice on buying parts online?
I look forward to being an active member in the mx5 scene, hopefully I'll meet some of you soon! Stay tuned for more pics and stories!
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