A viscous limited-slip differential was available as an option. Two option packages were available: an A package, which got you power steering, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, alloy wheels, and a stereo system, and a B package, which included everything in the A package plus cruise control, power windows, and speakers embedded into the headrests. Base models came with steel wheels, manual steering, and no radio. Silver Stone metallic was added a few months into production. It was a hit.įirst-year cars initially came in just three colors: Classic red, Crystal white, and Mariner blue. The car’s refreshingly light curb weight of around 2100 pounds combined with independent suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and an expertly tuned weight distribution made the Miata the new standard for driving pleasure when it arrived at dealerships. With a manufacturer-quoted 0-60 time of 8.6 seconds, it’s not exactly quick-but that’s not the point. The first production Miatas went on sale in 1989 as 1990 model-year cars after debuting at the Chicago Auto Show.Įarly NA Miatas use a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated inline-four that produced 116 horsepower and 110 lb-ft of torque, mated to a five-speed manual transmission. In the end, executives chose the front-engine, rear-drive layout. It had three initial designs: a front-engine front-wheel-drive car, a front-engine rear-wheel-drive car, and a mid-engine rear-wheel-drive car. In the late Eighties, Mazda set out to produce a sporty two-seat convertible aimed directly at the affordable performance segment. Thinking about buying an NA Miata of your own? Fantastic choice. For the money, it’s one of the most enjoyable cars on the planet, and a truly pure driving experience. There’s a reason pretty much every current Road & Track staffer owns or has owned one. Replacing your car's crash bar with our bash bar is completely at the purchaser's risk.No car is perfect, but the first-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata comes close. and it's associates are NOT responsible for improper use or installation of this product, and are not responsible for you or your car's changes in safety that may occur when the bash bars are on the car. The bolt to attach a your tow strap is provided.įor off road use only.
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