MX5 MK2 1.8 10th Anniversary
This is simply a fabulous car: its a Mazda MX5 Mk2 1.8 and this is the rare and very desirable 10th Anniversary model, one of just 600 sold in the UK. A total of 7500 were produced for sale around the world with 3000 sold in the USA and another 3000 sold on mainland Europe. Each car was numbered and had its own plaque and certificate: this one is no 6995/7500. Each car uses the 146bhp 1.8 engine along with six speed gearbox and Bilstein suspension. Consequently this feels really quick and handles really well.
Condition is simply excellent. I reckon the Mk2 models are just fantastic to drive, quite a leap forward from the MK1 in every way but rust can be a real issue so buying a good MK2 is very difficult. This example is the exception - its a bit special.
Finished in Innocent Blue Mica with blue/black suede and leather seats, blue Nardi steering wheel and blue carpets, this is seriously eye-catching. Specification is excellent and includes electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking with alarm and immobiliser, a black mohair soft top and a Sony CD player with electric aerial. It has an integral wind blocker along with a chrome style bar which suits the car perfectly. It still has its rare blue tonneau cover which looks great when fitted.
This also has lots of extra touches too such as a Lockwood chrome grill, newly powder-coated 15" alloy wheels with locking wheel nuts, painted brake calipers etc, all sure signs that a previous owner has lavished lots of time and attention on this car and has looked after it properly. That is one of the reasons this car stands apart from others: its been so well looked after. It has a full service history with a huge box file full of receipts, old MOTs and even old tax discs. I have the original Owner's Handbook pack including a stamped up service book. The receipts show that no expense has been spared in maintaining this car properly. The water pump and cam belt were replaced in 2017 at 81000 miles (Its now covered 83000 miles). There are two keys of course and the car still has its unique blue 10th Anniversary carpet mats and even has its original numbered certificate.
Inside, everything is beautifully clean. Seats are in excellent condition with no rips or tears. Carpets, dashboard, door trim etc are all in first class clean condition. Everything works as it should and the interior is simply a nice place to be.
Bodywork is excellent too. The sills are free from any rust at all and wheel arches, wings, doors etc are in wonderful condition. Paintwork is near perfect with no scratches, dents and I'm even struggling to find any stonechips. It really does look as good as it does in the photos here.
Underneath its the same story: its in sound condition with solid floors, chassis rails and clean suspension components etc. Its been regularly treated with Dinitrol so again, the underside is way better than most cars.
Mechanically its in excellent condition. The engine is as sweet as anything and feels strong and smooth. There are no leaks and its just been serviced with new NGK spark plugs, fresh oil and new oil and air filters. The clutch and gearbox are just as they should be with a lovely action though I am about to replace both gear selector rubber gaitors to tighten up the gear change further. I've completed one long trip in the car and it was just perfect and having driven the car through a torrential rainstorm, I can confirm its leak-free and bone-dry inside. It will happily sit at modern motorway speeds all day long while still returning 35+mpg.
Its MOT tested until June 2021 and at the last MOT test, it was noted (as an advisory note) that some suspension components were corroded. These have since been cleaned and treated. It was also noted that all 4 tyres were showing some signs of cracking. I will therefore fit 4 new tyres before its sale.
The car will be ready to drive away and enjoyed. As you may have gathered from the above and from the photos, this is not your average MX5 Mk2: its a very special car and deserves to go to someone who will continue to look after it properly. Price is £3150.
STATUS: DEPOSIT NOW TAKEN
Condition is simply excellent. I reckon the Mk2 models are just fantastic to drive, quite a leap forward from the MK1 in every way but rust can be a real issue so buying a good MK2 is very difficult. This example is the exception - its a bit special.
Finished in Innocent Blue Mica with blue/black suede and leather seats, blue Nardi steering wheel and blue carpets, this is seriously eye-catching. Specification is excellent and includes electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking with alarm and immobiliser, a black mohair soft top and a Sony CD player with electric aerial. It has an integral wind blocker along with a chrome style bar which suits the car perfectly. It still has its rare blue tonneau cover which looks great when fitted.
This also has lots of extra touches too such as a Lockwood chrome grill, newly powder-coated 15" alloy wheels with locking wheel nuts, painted brake calipers etc, all sure signs that a previous owner has lavished lots of time and attention on this car and has looked after it properly. That is one of the reasons this car stands apart from others: its been so well looked after. It has a full service history with a huge box file full of receipts, old MOTs and even old tax discs. I have the original Owner's Handbook pack including a stamped up service book. The receipts show that no expense has been spared in maintaining this car properly. The water pump and cam belt were replaced in 2017 at 81000 miles (Its now covered 83000 miles). There are two keys of course and the car still has its unique blue 10th Anniversary carpet mats and even has its original numbered certificate.
Inside, everything is beautifully clean. Seats are in excellent condition with no rips or tears. Carpets, dashboard, door trim etc are all in first class clean condition. Everything works as it should and the interior is simply a nice place to be.
Bodywork is excellent too. The sills are free from any rust at all and wheel arches, wings, doors etc are in wonderful condition. Paintwork is near perfect with no scratches, dents and I'm even struggling to find any stonechips. It really does look as good as it does in the photos here.
Underneath its the same story: its in sound condition with solid floors, chassis rails and clean suspension components etc. Its been regularly treated with Dinitrol so again, the underside is way better than most cars.
Mechanically its in excellent condition. The engine is as sweet as anything and feels strong and smooth. There are no leaks and its just been serviced with new NGK spark plugs, fresh oil and new oil and air filters. The clutch and gearbox are just as they should be with a lovely action though I am about to replace both gear selector rubber gaitors to tighten up the gear change further. I've completed one long trip in the car and it was just perfect and having driven the car through a torrential rainstorm, I can confirm its leak-free and bone-dry inside. It will happily sit at modern motorway speeds all day long while still returning 35+mpg.
Its MOT tested until June 2021 and at the last MOT test, it was noted (as an advisory note) that some suspension components were corroded. These have since been cleaned and treated. It was also noted that all 4 tyres were showing some signs of cracking. I will therefore fit 4 new tyres before its sale.
The car will be ready to drive away and enjoyed. As you may have gathered from the above and from the photos, this is not your average MX5 Mk2: its a very special car and deserves to go to someone who will continue to look after it properly. Price is £3150.
STATUS: DEPOSIT NOW TAKEN