Mazda mx 5 nd rust. The nd mx 5 was originally designed to accept only the 15 liter motor. Better yet theyre something of a bargain with most generations still remaining affordable although values of mk1 cars are rising fast. Rust is by far and away the mx 5s biggest enemy. More on the mazda mx 5.
About five months ago i bought a mk1 mazda mx 5 for 1150. The most likely locations to suffer from rust are the rocker panels and the fender arches. Looking for more second hand cars. However this little sports car has an achilles heel particularly mk1 and mk2 models.
Sadly for all of the mx 5s ability to put a grin on your face it can just as easily bring a tear to your eye thanks to its issues with the dreaded red rot. Mazda mx 5 mx 5 nd rear differential failure manatee. The dinitrol mazda mx 5 diy. Rustproofing kits please click here.
Explore mazda mx 5 for sale as well. Rust appears at indicators at just 11900 miles mazda initially refuses claim under 12 year warranty manufacturer and dealer agree to foot 500 repair bill. Rustproofing kits are excellent for providing the car with a comprehensive corrosion protection coating. See 59 results for mazda mx5 rust at the best prices with the cheapest used car starting from 750.
I can see the relevance of a lsd to off roadability for drifting which would amuse me for no more than 5 minutes and to track use on a performance or racing car where simply getting power down improves lap times. It is a perky motor capable of revving to 7500 rpm but 131 horsepower and 111 pound foot of torque are not enough to please american motorists. Mazda mx 5 is the uks fastest appreciating classic since april mazda mx 5 mk1 buying guide mx 5s for sale on autoclassics. Dinitrol mazda mx 5 diy.
Nb generation miatas are prone to front frame rail rust as well although its not a wide spread problem compared to the other two locations.