Fair Price NA MX-5

speed freak · Postby **speed freak** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 10:51 am

93_Clubman wrote:
zero00 wrote:I had to ask and was told my '89 NA is LNC.

Then either it's not the original motor or the pulley has been changed, as all 1989s were originally SNC. LNC was introduced in 1991.

Even the Mazdaspeed motors? I think Rogers NA is the limited edition Mazdaspeed.

93_Clubman · Postby **93_Clubman** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 11:17 am

speed freak wrote:
93_Clubman wrote:
zero00 wrote:I had to ask and was told my '89 NA is LNC.

Then either it's not the original motor or the pulley has been changed, as all 1989s were originally SNC. LNC was introduced in 1991.

Even the Mazdaspeed motors? I think Rogers NA is the limited edition Mazdaspeed.

Yeah I know, but LNC was not introduced until 1991 after issues were identified.

Mr Morlock · Postby **Mr Morlock** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 12:30 pm

If the Km's are genuine its worth more than the run of the mill modded cars around. A genuine car is longer term a good proposition. What you pay comes down to negotiation but its your business and in the scheme of things it soon gets forgotten. What stays is the low k's- many of these cars have done 300K and badly maintained. Original books great. I do agree that cars need to be used but low k's and looked after is something marque enthusiasts treasure. I saw 2 cars ( not MX5s on the weekend both old- over 30 years and both virtually stock unrestored and look terrific. Some guys here just don't get what a genuine car is all about- just a modern spray job and mods is not what many enthusiasts quite see as the ants pants. 89 is also coming up to Club permit in some States ( 25 years) and the car will definitely become collectable in years to come. Bear in mind that 89 is the flag waver- the first. Also if you just want a car to do heaps of KMs and modded etc then pick one of the many that better fit the bill- i.e. different wheels etc etc. What its intended use is relevant.

If its an Aussie car go to Mazda with the VIN and they can probably id it quickly. Eng nbrs are probably trackable as well. As some suggested get it checked if you are nervous about it but often the dealers who service it can give some info.

PS large premium-hardly- people spend that much on an interior on their old Jags and double that on their Healeys and despite some of these cars fetching big sums they still lose owners lots of money. You have to decide- its your outlook that counts.

speed freak · Postby **speed freak** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 1:57 pm

I dont think any of us are saying a low km extremely well cared for immaculate example of any car isnt worth a premium over one with more km and not in as good condition, modded or not. Were just saying it depends on the car and actual condition. Just because its low km doesnt mean its a better example then one with higher kms which has been cared for better and would cost less.

Its just that $13k for an older car is alot, worth it? Depends, just because its stock, original condition and low km it depends on how its cared for and the current condition its in. Any car (well almost any) will fetch a far higher price if its original, low km, cared for and immaculate with documents to prove its value. Especially collectors cars (like the NA mx5) and rx2 and rx3 and datsun 1200/1600, mustangs, escorts etc etc etc. All old cars but if they are in original condition, prime examples of that particular car or if its been properly restored would be worth ALOT more coin then a beaten up neglected example.

This NA mx5 in question could very well be worth every single cent the seller is asking were just saying to do your homework, have a good look over it, get it checked out as there might be better examples out there for less.

speed freak · Postby **speed freak** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 1:58 pm

93_Clubman wrote:
speed freak wrote:
93_Clubman wrote:
zero00 wrote:I had to ask and was told my '89 NA is LNC.

Then either it's not the original motor or the pulley has been changed, as all 1989s were originally SNC. LNC was introduced in 1991.

Even the Mazdaspeed motors? I think Rogers NA is the limited edition Mazdaspeed.

Yeah I know, but LNC was not introduced until 1991 after issues were identified.

Ok was just curious if it was all 89 thought the mazdaspeed might have been different to the other 'normal' 89 NA

Aussie Stig · Postby **Aussie Stig** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 3:19 pm

10-11000 if it is a daily drive with low km.

12k only if it is a pampered garage queen.

rollsroy · Postby **rollsroy** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 4:18 pm

Thanks for the advice! I have my heart set on an NA but as a daily driver, definitely not a collector. I guess I'll just have to be a little wary as I've seen a few models that are great but with paintwork and soft top issues that could easily have me spending up to 2-3k to fix. Regardless, will be watching this one closely

speed freak · Postby **speed freak** » Mon Mar 10, 2014 5:06 pm

Where are you located and are you just looking to buy in your state or willing to travel to pick up a good deal?

Got a link or any pics of this low km NA?

TTT · Postby **TTT** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 3:25 pm

buy this one..

viewtopic.php?f=73&t=62545&p=783642#p783642

rollsroy · Postby **rollsroy** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 4:34 pm

speed freak wrote:Where are you located and are you just looking to buy in your state or willing to travel to pick up a good deal?

Got a link or any pics of this low km NA?

Brisbane, and I'd probably go as far as NSW.

TTT wrote:buy this one..

viewtopic.php?f=73&t=62545&p=783642#p783642

Nice but no hardtop!

ManiacLachy · Postby **ManiacLachy** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 4:44 pm

This one is in Brisbane, so take the money you'd save on the difference between the cars, plus the money saved on not having to trek between states and buy a hardtop, you'll still come out in front!

speed freak · Postby **speed freak** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 5:32 pm

Get a hardtop later on? Thats a damn good price for a mint looking car plus its a one owner. Otherwise there is another one for sale on here its an 89 red with a hardtop for about 7k, looks to be in good cond, but seriously that one above is a steal.

TTT · Postby **TTT** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 7:27 pm

automotive plus have like 6 hardtops in different colours taking up space on their shelves.
Even if you got a different coloured one, it would be less than $500 for a respray in original red.
You'd be silly to not at least go see it.

I don't get the hard top requirement.
having the air blow over my balding melon is one of the main reasons for buying these faggy things in the first place.

on another note...
with a hard top, these things don't get circulation like with other non convertible cars.
bit hard to explain.. but you'll get it in about 5 minutes of driving with the hard top on.

chops · Postby **chops** » Thu Mar 13, 2014 1:30 pm

my opinion is go and buy it or tell me where i can!

a quick carsales search for mx5 up to 93 year model gives you 50 results and when you then say to a max of 80km it trims it down to 4. One of those is an error i reckon, another one an import and a modded clubman and what i imagine you are looking at. finding genuine Aus delivered cars with these km's is becoming increasingly difficuilt, assuming this is aus delivered?

from someone who has bought and sold a lot of MX5's in the retail environment KM IS KING

This forum is full of genuine enthusiasts with a great deal of knowledge but only represents a small percentage of MX5 owners. From my personal experience most first time MX5 buyers want non modified and km's as low as possible

Pokmx5 · Postby **Pokmx5** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 6:36 pm

Word of advice:

just cause its low km doesnt mean its a good mx5. Could be a reason why it has never travelled. Mines done 286.000km... running strong with no engine issues. Just do my regular service and thats it.

Id rather buy a car with high km then low in most cases. Unless we are talking exotics. But your talking about an mx5 thats 20+ years old.