VIN Decoder & News Feed

Our new VIN decoder is now live.  This tool has two advantages over the other Miata MX-5 VIN decoders out there:

1.  Ours is updated to include the new retractable hardtop (PRHT) version!

2.  You can link to your results.  Very useful for vehicle sales, or getting recommendations on forums!

Also, the Miata MX-5 News Section (powered by Google News) is now live!  Check that category link for all the latest on the MX-5 Miata.

Here's what's next on the agenda:

  • Parts & Tools section - We want to find replacements for some of the parts which used to be found on this site to make shopping easier!
  • Regional Miata Clubs listing - We plan on listing as many clubs as we can find on this site to help newcomers find a great club in their area.
  • Dealers/Service Ratings - We are very close to releasing a tool to help you review and rate your favorite service shops and dealerships.  This will help the entire MX-5 community to make good decisions about where they service their vehicles.

Thank you for your continued support!

Volkswagen Shows Off 57 mpg Sporty Drop-Top – U.S. News Rankings & Reviews


U.S. News Rankings & Reviews
Volkswagen Shows Off 57 mpg Sporty Drop-Top
U.S. News Rankings & Reviews, VA - Jan 15, 2009
It's a gorgeous drop-top roadster that reportedly gets Prius-beating mileage and weighs in at barely more than a Mazda Miata, most likely making it a very ...

Concord transient arrested after breaking into 9 cars – San Jose Mercury News

Concord transient arrested after breaking into 9 cars
San Jose Mercury News,  USA - Jan 13, 2009
... police found 26-year-old Raul Sanchez, a 5-foot-1, 250 pound Concord transient, inside a two-seater Mazda Miata he had broken into, Cerletti said. ...

Mazdaspeed Miata Downhill Run

I had a roommate in college who owned an E30 M3.  Once we were debating the relative strengths of the Miata as a performance car, and specifically the merits of 50/50 weight balancing, especially in every day driving.

I think this video (although irresponsibly filmed on what appears to be a public road) does a very nice job of showcasing the 50/50 weight balance of the Miata in typical street usage.  Note that on every turn the car stays firmly planted, with just a hint of over-steer... a very good characteristic of a roadster.

Enjoy responsibly!

The Miata Wave

Many classifications of vehicle have their own sayings, greetings and superstitions.  Motorcyclists, for example, often greet each other with the ubiquitous "two to the ground" signal as they pass.  And of course, if you don't drive one, you probably have no idea what "A Jeep Thing" is.

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MX-5/Miata Magnificence – Part One – AutoSpeed

MX-5/Miata Magnificence - Part One
AutoSpeed, Australia - Jan 12, 2009
... and more expensive in subsequent models, though, Mazda launched yet another affordable sportscar in the late '80s - the ground-breaking MX-5/Miata. ...

Volkswagen Concept BlueSport is a Slick 50 MPG Sports Car: 2009 … – Popular Mechanics

Volkswagen Concept BlueSport is a Slick 50 MPG Sports Car: 2009 ...
Popular Mechanics, NY - Jan 11, 2009
... to squeeze low emissions, high fuel economy and scintillating performance out of a roadster that's just a shade shorter than a Mazda Miata MX-5. ...

MAZDA MX-5 MIATA – Santa Rosa Press Democrat

MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
Santa Rosa Press Democrat, CA - Jan 9, 2009
"The prices shown may not include any government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charges, any emission testing charges ...

Brainstorm Performance F1 Lip (BSP F1 Front Spoiler)

BSP F1 Replica from AeroKits.net

BSP F1 Replica from AeroKits.net

One of the most popular front spoilers (or 'lip') for the M1 Miata is the Brainstorm Performance F1.  Although the company is no longer in business, you can find a very close replica of the F1 here: AeroKits.net

If you want the original or just want to find a cheaper, used version, you can always search around on the various BST (Buy/Sell/Trade) forums on your favorite Miata forums, Craigslist, as well as eBay.

Below is a list of currently available BSP alternatives:

Mazda Miata MX 5 Front Bumper Lip Spoiler OEM 90 97 Mazda Miata MX 5 Front Bumper Lip Spoiler OEM 90 97 US $149.90 2d 11h 31m
06 07 08 Mazda Miata front rear spoilers Winning Blue 06 07 08 Mazda Miata front rear spoilers Winning Blue US $250.00 4d 9h 15m
Mazda Miata MX5 Front Rear Bumper Lip Spoiler OEM 90 97 Mazda Miata MX5 Front Rear Bumper Lip Spoiler OEM 90 97 US $269.80 22d 12h 30m

2008 Mazda Miata – Ozarks First

2008 Mazda Miata
Ozarks First, MO - Jan 7, 2009
The above information is believed to be complete and correct, however it is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure all expected equipment is present ...

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