This Mazda NA MX-5 Miata got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata was acquired by the seller in April 2014 and subsequently modified by Flyin’ Miata of Palisade, Colorado, with a 6.2-liter LS3 V8, a six-speed manual transmission, and a limited-slip differential along with a coilover suspension and Wilwood disc brakes at all four corners. Additional equipment includes a tan convertible soft top, pop-up headlights, 15″ alloy wheels, air conditioning, power windows, and an Alpine CD stereo with Bluetooth connectivity. This modified NA Miata is offered with a Nardi billet steering wheel hub and horn button, a dyno sheet, modification receipts, manufacturer’s literature, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Alabama title in the seller’s name.

LS-Powered 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 6-Speed

The car is finished in Montego Blue and equipped with a tan convertible soft top, pop-up headlights, chrome door handles and trim, painted mirror caps, a power antenna, and polished dual exhaust outlets. Imperfections in the paint are visible in the front bumper and presented in the gallery.

LS-Powered 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 6-Speed

Seven-spoke 15″ alloy wheels with black-finished centers and machined lips are wrapped in 225/45 Nitto NT-01 tires with 2014 date codes. The suspension was modified using coilovers with adjustable shocks, and the four-wheel disc brakes received Wilwood multi-piston calipers.

LS-Powered 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 6-Speed

The cabin features bucket seats with integrated headrests upholstered in tan leather with matching door panels along with a black upper dashboard and center console. Amenities include air conditioning, cruise control, power windows, speakers mounted in the headrests, and an Alpine CD stereo with Bluetooth connectivity. The seller notes that the air bag module has failed and the system has been disconnected.

LS-Powered 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 6-Speed

A leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 140-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The six-digit odometer shows 24k miles, about 1,200 of which were added under current ownership.

LS-Powered 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 6-Speed

A GM-sourced E-Rod 6.2-liter LS3 V8 was installed by Flyin’ Miata in 2016. Additional modifications include an aluminum radiator with electric fans along with stainless-steel headers and exhaust. An oil change was reportedly performed after the engine break-in period, and a dyno sheet from Flyin’ Miatas is provided in the gallery.

LS-Powered 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 6-Speed

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission and a Torsen limited-slip differential. An aluminum driveshaft was fitted and additional photos of the underbody are provided in the gallery.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage and lists registration history in Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Florida, and Alabama.

Filed under: eunos, mx-5, mx5, na, na miata

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Winning Bid USD $37,000 by junkcollector
Auction Ended August 14, 2022 at 11:39AM PT
Bids 17
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BaT Essentials

Seller: kentebay
Location: Fairhope, Alabama 36532
Listing Details
  • Chassis: JM1NA3533T0715947
  • 24k Miles Shown
  • 6.2-Liter LS3 V8
  • Six-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Torsen Limited-Slip Differential
  • Montego Blue Paint
  • Tan Upholstery
  • Tan Convertible Top
  • 15" Alloy Wheels
  • Wilwood Disc Brakes
  • Coilover Suspension w/Adjustable Shocks
  • Stainless-Steel Headers & Exhaust
  • Aluminum Radiator & Driveshaft
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Windows
  • Alpine CD Stereo w/Bluetooth
  • Manufacturer's Literature
  • Clean Carfax Report
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #81462