Two-Owner 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Description

The Mazda Miata floored the enthusiast community when it was introduced in the fall of 1989 for the 1990 model year. Few thought that there could ever be a re-imagined British roadster quite as competent, dependable, and utterly charming as this Japanese drop top. As Car and Driver magazine described it, “The Miata marked the return of the honest sports car, but with all of the practical benefits of a modern automobile.”  

Known globally as the MX-5, the Miata reinvented a vehicle segment in ways that its contemporaries like the Toyota MR2, the Australian Mercury Capri, and even the Pontiac Fiero never could. And, perhaps more importantly, it thrived. Adored by the media and the public alike upon its introduction, the MX-5 first-generation roadster was selected Automobile Magazine's 1990 Automobile of the Year.  

The roadster has the same DNA as the reputable and reliable Mazda 323, and the Miata's 120-horsepower, 1.6-liter DOHC inline four-cylinder engine — mated to a five-speed manual with suitably short throws — could propel the 2,200-pound car from 0 to 60 mph in about 9 seconds. 

This two-owner, 1991 MX-5 Miata has received numerous racing upgrades, including roll bar, Recaro seats, quick-release steering wheel, five-point seat belts, and more. 

Highlights 

• Two-owner 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

• Finished in Classic Red paint with black soft top over black interior and black cloth upholstery with red stitching 

• Powered by a 1.6-liter DOHC inline four-cylinder engine rated at 116 horsepower

• Five-speed manual transmission with leather-wrapped shifter 

• Racing upgrades include: 

  • Hard Dog roll bar 

  • Recaro highback bucket seats 

  • NRG quick-release steering wheel 

  • Race Equipment Racing Systems five-point seat belts  

  • Wilwood disc brakes 

  • Bilstein shock absorbers 

  • Racing Beat rear lower control arm brace 

  • Frame rail braces 

  • 15-inch, 10-spoke Jongbloed Racing Wheels 

  • Tow hooks, front and rear 

  • Racing Beat exhaust tip 

  • Rocker panel coating 

• The chassis number (JM1NA3510M1236069) decodes as: 

  • J – Japan country of origin 

  • M – Mazda  

  • 1 – Passenger car  

  • NA – Model M1 

  • 35 – Convertible  

  • 1 – 1.6 DOHC B6P 1597cc 

  • 0 – Check digit  

  • M – 1991 model year  

  • 1 – Hōfu (Yamaguchi, Japan) assembly plant  

  • 236069 – Production number 

Features 

• Rear-wheel-drive, two-door roadster 

• Pop-up headlights 

• Dual body-color exterior rearview mirrors 

• Chrome door handles  

• Single exhaust 

• Dunlop Direzza ZII 205/50R15 tires 

• Variable-assist power steering  

• Independent double wishbone suspension  

• Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes  

• Front and rear independent suspension  

• Dual air bags 

• Air conditioning 

• Dash instrumentation: 

  • 140 mph speedometer and odometer  

  • 8,000 rpm tachometer  

  • Fuel level 

  • Oil pressure 

  • Coolant temperature 

• Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo with remote control 

• Rear antenna 

• Manual windows 

• Center console with fuel-door and trunk release 

• Cup holders 

Known Imperfections 

• According to CARFAX, on 25 July 2013, “Damage/Accident reported: Minor damage; Vehicle involved in a sideswipe collision; Damage to left side” 

• Paint chips up front and in door wells 

• Center console cover is scratched 

• Rocker panel coating is worn behind front wheels 

Included 

• Dunlop Direzza ZII spare tire 

• Stock spare tire

• Stock seats 

• Lug wrench 

Ownership History 

According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata was purchased new on 23 August 1991 in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. It was sold to its current owner on 25 July 2003 (with 37,000 miles) in Savannah, Georgia.  

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Tim Rollinger Phone: 912.596.2099 Email: trollinger@hagerty.com