miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 Want the gf to buy an mx5. Any one know where i can get a buyers guide, or anyone got some decent advice? It will be a mk1 1.6 uk spec and under 3 grand. Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edd_t Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 cant tell you much, apart from MX5 meets are boring and full of old flat capped men! went with a mate who has a MX5 and he wont be going to a meet again. try http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 Why UK spec? insurance is not any cheaper than an import! The early UK spec had a much lower hp output than the roadster but 'd get over to one of the owners club forums and start digging there. I got one for my missus 3 years ago and without a doubt the most fun I've had driving in years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 well i've tried elephant for insurance. and the uk spec is £1200, and the import is over £2000. I rung sky, and they wont insure her because she's not 19 yet. anyone know where i could get a decent qoute, for an import Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 really want her to get one. or she's gnna get a KA!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 she's not 19 yet any pics? edited to say: only if she's 18 of course! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 http://www.galerie-schoen.info/artist/loretta-lux/girl_with_a_loaf_of_bread.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 [qimg]http://www.galerie-schoen.info/artist/loretta-lux/girl_with_a_loaf_of_bread.jpg[/qimg] duuuuuuuuude, that's just wrong. did you have that picture pre-prepared by the way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black cat Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 [qimg]http://www.galerie-schoen.info/artist/loretta-lux/girl_with_a_loaf_of_bread.jpg[/qimg] wrong................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 Randomly found. Not one of my collections or anything. Any way, about the mx5... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black cat Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 Randomly found. Not one of my collections or anything. Any way, about the mx5... my mate had a gold/orange one, he loved it but had to get rid cos of baby. think it was a 1998 s and went for 5k about 5 months ago. dont think he had many probs and it ran everyday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 Yeah she seems to think that its gnna brake cause of its age. It will probably be 1992/1993 looking at her budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black cat Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 id be looking very carfully at the wet weather gear on a 92/93. prob best on the mx5 forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schtuv Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 It will be a mk1 1.6 uk spec and under 3 grand. My 1990 1.6 import with 100k miles went for 3 grand, with a new roof ... The only trouble I ever had was related to roof seal problems (new roof sorted that), and the rear calipers siezed once. If memory serves I used these guys for the roof (http://www.hothoods.co.uk/hothoodsmx5/pricelist.htm) and can't fault them at all. http://www.miata.net/ is a good resource for information, especially the 'Garage' section. When buying I'd recommend checking the following, as well as the usual stuff; - That the tyres fitted are the correct size - That the aircon works when the car is under load - The lights have been changed from standard sealed units - Damage to the rear panels (no protection to them from inside the boot) - Puddles under the top seatbelt mats (hopefully just blocked drain channels, but worth checking) - For manual windows, it's common for cables to snap. Check if they feel harder to wind then they should. Try to find one with a wind blocker installed already, as that really makes a difference when driving with the top down. Personally I'd get one with a good roll bar installed too (not a cosmetic one) 'just in case'. And take care when putting the roof down - aging rear windows can crack really easily. And ask if the rear deck roof cover is still with the car - many get lost over the years. Have a look at http://www.dandycars.com for an idea of what's available for what cost (although they tend to import special models, and you can buy cheaper!) http://www.miata.net/garage/garagebuying.html may help, also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schtuv Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 anyone know where i could get a decent qoute, for an import HSBC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schtuv Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 or anyone got some decent advice? If you can get one with a hard top included, go for it. For long journeys the reduction in wind noise/roof flapping/yada/rain noise is worth it, and it protects the soft roof through winter. Consider budgeting around £400 for one, otherwise. And make sure it's secured to the car, as they tend to get nicked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSZ Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 Try this link for a guide to all UK models since 1989. http://ox.mx5oc.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSZ Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 Just noticed that you have to scroll down the web page and click on MX5 guide[OOPS][/OOPS] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 Ring AON for insurance - 01384455011 Put the car on a limited mileage, no diff betweeen import or UK, both classed the same. My wifes is something like 200 fully comp on 6k a year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Garfy Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 I used to have an MX5 on a j plate, they are great cars, there are only a few things you need to look out for, 1) seized rear calipers, it's not the caliper it's self that seizes but the hand brake auto adjuster, so make sure the handbrake works well, and be carefull because it is possible to adjust it so it works at the time of you looking at it but a few miles later it won't, so make sure the hand brake works well. 2) Obviously the hood, check for splits around the windows, and also check the zip for the back window, you must un-zip the window before you fold the roof, because if you fold the roof down with the window zipped in it folds the window in half, which is ok as long as it doesn't get cold because the window might split. 3) they are quite low so check for damaged chassis rails 4) early UK models had the same seats as the Jap models which means they had speakers in the headrests, there is a little zip around the headrest un-zip it and make sure they are in good condition because they make quite a difference and are very difficult to find replacements for. 5) this is probably the most important one, with the engine running look at the bottom pulley on the front of the engine and make sure it is running true, because some of the early models had a soft chrank shaft and this meant the pulley and its wood raft key could damage it, this isn't a problam intill the pulley behind that drives the cam belt does the same thing, then you have big problems and the only way to sort it is replace the crank, or engine. also check out http://www.mx5parts.co.uk you can get everything from there. here is a picture of mine, god I miss that car Also I looked at an MX5 Turbo last weekend for less than 3K on a H plate in BRG with tan leather, a bit tatty round the edges but a great starting point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted June 21, 2006 Author Share Posted June 21, 2006 wow, thanks ever so much for the response! very usefull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 Just thought I'd bump this, there's some great info here already and I'm thinking of buying one for myself for over winter(the logic is there trust me ) at over 6ft though is it going to be a nightmare more me to fit in the thing or can a change the seat and subframe for more room if needed? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cable Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 I bought one in May as runabout and I absolutely love it. I've had many different perfomance cars and I think this is easily up there as one of the best for fun factor. I'm spending more money on it nowadays than I do on the Supra. Throttle bodies here I come Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 ahh yeah I remember reading that thread, I think somone on here recently bought a turbo'd one too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 So what have you done to it? got any pics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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