So, I've been talking about getting another project/weekend car for quite a while now.... I have scoured the intrawebs for months and months on end looking for the "right one" as I continued to save cash. My initial plan was to try and stay below $3500.... after a considerable amount of thought, I upped my "cap" to $5000 in the interest of getting a well maintained vehicle..... I went over my budget; but not by much. I suppose I've never been one for blindly adhering to my own self-imposed guidelines!
I happened to run across a great deal on my new-to-me titanium gray metallic 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata! The car is clean and runs strong. Better still, it was a Carfax verified 1-owner car, with a clean title and no accidents. It appears to be bone stock (although I haven't clawed through it as of yet) and was apparently owned by an older, retired gentleman who got a brand new NC Miata. She's got a whopping 78k miles on the clock! She has 2 very small [pebble sized] dings on the hood, but other than that, is just about flawless. Interior is in great shape, the clutch feels solid and the car shifts smoothly. I get the impression that the previous owner took very good care of her.
I managed to pick her up for $6900..... Which took a bit of negotiating on my part to say the least. So, yeah, I went over my budget by a couple grand... but given the mileage, condition and rarity of the vehicle, I couldn't pass it up!
The way I figured it, if I bought either an NA or NB Miata, I would spend more money modding them to get them up to this level of performance than it cost me to just buy this factory boosted car in the first place. That is taking into account for the extra power, wheels/tires, suspension, torsen LSD, 6-speed, ect. Plus, I've always dug the look of the Mazdaspeed version, so it was a win-win.
I really enjoyed my old NA Miata; but to be honest, this thing is an absolute riot to drive! Not the fastest car I've ever owned by a long-shot, but thus far it feels very balanced, capable and is no longer lacking the grunt that I yearned for in my old NA.
I suppose the biggest problem I've found with it thus far is that I really don't have any desire to do anything to it at this point. I'm sure the "mod bug" will eventually kick in, but for now, I'm digging everything about it and am glad to be back in the Mazda community.
Cliff notes:
-Patiently waiting for the right deal is a good thing. Great deals to be had on Miata's after the state has been pummeled with snow for a month!
-Miata's are a lot of fun! Miata+turbocharger= even more so!
And yes, I know, this thread is useless without pics:
Cheers!
-Brandon
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nice car.
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Nice car. Wanna trade?
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1990 Crystal White Miata - Beater - Bignose 1.6L Swap, Robbins Top w/Glass Window, E-Codes, Air Horns, Brembo Rotors
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1990 Crystal White Miata - Beater - Bignose 1.6L Swap, Robbins Top w/Glass Window, E-Codes, Air Horns, Brembo Rotors
Former Rides:
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2009 True Red Mazdaspeed3 GT
2005 Flame Red SRT-4
Great deal on that car, I'm jealous!
I'll just leave part 1 here.... http://www.flyinmiata.com/index.php?deptid=4536&parentid=0&stocknumber=22-10005
I'll just leave part 1 here.... http://www.flyinmiata.com/index.php?deptid=4536&parentid=0&stocknumber=22-10005
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Awesome man! More Miata's!! If you have $50 leftover after going over your budget :P several of us are getting together at Pueblo Motorsports Park. Great way to open up that Mazdaspeed and the weather is supposed to be nice!!
http://www.coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=159055#post159055
http://www.coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=159055#post159055
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Thanks guys! I'm glad to be back!
Interesting proposal..... you failed to specify the terms of said trade... as much as I love my new MSM, for your 5.0 'Stang I might be willing to make a deal straight up.
Thanks bud! Given enough time, there's a good chance a few FM parts might find their way onto the car. Although, I've still got to give my bank account time to recover! It was hard enough convincing the little lady that this needed to happen; convincing her that it needs more power (i.e. more money spent) may be a tough sell at the moment!
To be honest, my SO was hesitant about picking the car up as it was well over what I had planned on spending.... after taking her for a 20 minute ride that involved windy roads and a parking lot I got her to utter the words "this was one of the best buys you've ever made!" She now loves the car so much, I fear her trying to steal the keys while I sleep! Although she's now insisting that she should get to name her, and wants to call her "Merida"... I'm on the fence about it thus far.... but hey, whatever it takes to keep her supportive!
Thanks dude! When is the next time you guys are heading up there? If it's not on a day I'm working, there's a good chance I can find $50 to squeeze out of my budget.
For sure! I have a reputation for getting rid of cars quickly... I aim to dispel that record with this car and in the process, I'm planning on getting a good bit of seat time in at the track over the next few years.
erod550 wrote:Nice car. Wanna trade?
Interesting proposal..... you failed to specify the terms of said trade... as much as I love my new MSM, for your 5.0 'Stang I might be willing to make a deal straight up.
Huzer wrote:Great deal on that car, I'm jealous!
I'll just leave part 1 here.... http://www.flyinmiata.com/index.php?deptid=4536&parentid=0&stocknumber=22-10005
Thanks bud! Given enough time, there's a good chance a few FM parts might find their way onto the car. Although, I've still got to give my bank account time to recover! It was hard enough convincing the little lady that this needed to happen; convincing her that it needs more power (i.e. more money spent) may be a tough sell at the moment!
To be honest, my SO was hesitant about picking the car up as it was well over what I had planned on spending.... after taking her for a 20 minute ride that involved windy roads and a parking lot I got her to utter the words "this was one of the best buys you've ever made!" She now loves the car so much, I fear her trying to steal the keys while I sleep! Although she's now insisting that she should get to name her, and wants to call her "Merida"... I'm on the fence about it thus far.... but hey, whatever it takes to keep her supportive!
Saul_Good wrote:Awesome man! More Miata's!! If you have $50 leftover after going over your budget :P several of us are getting together at Pueblo Motorsports Park. Great way to open up that Mazdaspeed and the weather is supposed to be nice!!
http://www.coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=159055#post159055
Thanks dude! When is the next time you guys are heading up there? If it's not on a day I'm working, there's a good chance I can find $50 to squeeze out of my budget.
Dwduc wrote:Damn thats sweet. I am jealous! you gotta bring that to the track! Awesome ride.
For sure! I have a reputation for getting rid of cars quickly... I aim to dispel that record with this car and in the process, I'm planning on getting a good bit of seat time in at the track over the next few years.
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Ha! I meant Miata for Miata. Mine is lighter and less complicated to work on. Win win!
And I believe they are going to PMI tomorrow. 2-for-1 on Valentine's Day.
And I believe they are going to PMI tomorrow. 2-for-1 on Valentine's Day.
2015 Ironman Silver Veloster Turbo - Bone stock and staying that way
1990 Crystal White Miata - Beater - Bignose 1.6L Swap, Robbins Top w/Glass Window, E-Codes, Air Horns, Brembo Rotors
Former Rides:
2011 Kona Blue Mustang GT 5.0
2009 True Red Mazdaspeed3 GT
2005 Flame Red SRT-4
1990 Crystal White Miata - Beater - Bignose 1.6L Swap, Robbins Top w/Glass Window, E-Codes, Air Horns, Brembo Rotors
Former Rides:
2011 Kona Blue Mustang GT 5.0
2009 True Red Mazdaspeed3 GT
2005 Flame Red SRT-4
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roninsoldier83 wrote:Thanks guys! I'm glad to be back!
Interesting proposal..... you failed to specify the terms of said trade... as much as I love my new MSM, for your 5.0 'Stang I might be willing to make a deal straight up.
Thanks bud! Given enough time, there's a good chance a few FM parts might find their way onto the car. Although, I've still got to give my bank account time to recover! It was hard enough convincing the little lady that this needed to happen; convincing her that it needs more power (i.e. more money spent) may be a tough sell at the moment!
To be honest, my SO was hesitant about picking the car up as it was well over what I had planned on spending.... after taking her for a 20 minute ride that involved windy roads and a parking lot I got her to utter the words "this was one of the best buys you've ever made!" She now loves the car so much, I fear her trying to steal the keys while I sleep! Although she's now insisting that she should get to name her, and wants to call her "Merida"... I'm on the fence about it thus far.... but hey, whatever it takes to keep her supportive!
Thanks dude! When is the next time you guys are heading up there? If it's not on a day I'm working, there's a good chance I can find $50 to squeeze out of my budget.
For sure! I have a reputation for getting rid of cars quickly... I aim to dispel that record with this car and in the process, I'm planning on getting a good bit of seat time in at the track over the next few years.
Schedule of when next 2for1 is:
http://www.pueblomotorsportspark.net/rc_schedule.pdf
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The Driver wrote:Sweet car, and txs for inviting me in!
Absolutely! Thanks man! I see you're in Bear Creek... you're not alone I'll have to keep an eye out for you around the neighborhood... If you happen to live in the neighborhood off of Dartmouth (Pheasant Run) and park outside, I think I might have spotted your car a time or two already.
erod550 wrote:Ha! I meant Miata for Miata. Mine is lighter and less complicated to work on. Win win!
And I believe they are going to PMI tomorrow. 2-for-1 on Valentine's Day.
Well played sir!
I'm working tonight & tomorrow... but maybe I'll be able to get in on at least a few days in the future.
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Saul_Good wrote:Schedule of when next 2for1 is:
http://www.pueblomotorsportspark.net/rc_schedule.pdf
Awesome! Thanks buddy!
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