1999 Miata, With Many Upgrades on 2040-cars
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Clean 1999 Mazda Miata NB. California car, no rust, even on the underside, and on the back parcel shelf by the drains; front rockers also rust free (common spots where a Miata can rust). Totally clean. Stored in winter and connected to a trickle charger. Started every few weeks to keep maintained.
1999 was a good year for the Miata, good flowing head, lightest of the NB cars (and even some NA cars). With the 01 headers its probably making 150hp. Averages about 26mpg (24 around town 28 on the highway). Plugs, wires, clutch and brakes done around 110k Upgraded 2001+ style headers (Mazda OE) 2001 clear rear lights 01 style center console with the better cup-holders. Keyed properly to car for top down days. BOSE radio Upgraded Mazdaspeed Shifter & OEM Metal Pedals 2001 Tan Seats (better padding), nice shape redline goods black leather door pulls Redline gear oil in trans and rear end (with proper friction modifier for limited slip rear) Has Torsen Type II limited Slip rear Side license plate bracket (better airflow) Running Penzoil Platinum full synthetic oil Properly flushed and converted to second generation Mazda brand FL22 long life coolant AC blows cold and works great Brakes 50%, tires are Yokohama S-Drive with some tread left (about another season). CLEAN Carfax (can provide) car sold as is, no warranty. Buyer is responsible for pickup. I am willing to pick you up at the airport if you want to fly in and drive out. |
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Mazda is adding a reinforcement crossbrace for added strength on the affected models. The recall covers Tributes currently registered in or originally sold in 20 northern states and Washington, DC, where road salt is used.
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