1990 Mazda MX-5 NA Series 1 Manual
VIC • Private
23
1
Odometer249,000km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
Perfect time of year for a test drive. Call to arrange an inspection.
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Beautiful 1990 Australian delivered Mazda MX5. Only selling to upgrade to a newer MX5. This is a well loved example and I have owned it since 2018 with service records back to 2004.
The overall paint condition and interior is excellent for a thirty five year old car but it is not a museum piece. The key to its curb appeal is a partial respray around 2013. One small flake of paint is missing behind passenger door (see picture). There are no signs of rust.
The real beauty is in the driving. With refreshed suspension, a snickety-snick gearbox, new tyres and sports exhaust it is an honest example of what an original MX5 can deliver in light and precise driving feel.
Recently completed services in 2025 provide full peace of mind for major maintenance items:
Master and Slave clutch cylinder
Water pump, timing belt and thermostat
Non Adjustable OEM KYB shock absorbers
Racing Beat solid front and rear sway bars
Hankook Kinergy tyres & alignment
Upgrades:
Stedl LED headlights
Pioneer Bluetooth head unit
Polk Headrest speakers
Unique features:
Has air conditioning - re gassed in 2016
Fold down wind blocker
Robbins soft top with zip-out clear window
A sports exhaust by previous owner is the only non standard modification- check video
Inclusions:
Tonneau cover
Wooden steering wheel
MX5 Workshop Manual
This vehicle has been on club permit since 2016 and will be sold with a 7 day unregistered vehicle permit.
The new owner can then obtain a RWC and either full registration for daily driving or a club permit for up to 90 days of driving per year.
Club plates are not transferable.
This car is a turn-key classic and excellent example of the original MX5. I am hoping it will sell to an enthusiast for further driving enjoyment and appreciation.
Car details
øVehicle description
Convertible 2dr Man 5sp 1.6i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Classic Red
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1.6L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
October 1990
Compliance date
November 1990
Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-19884470
Factory fitted
Air conditioning
Air Conditioning
Audio, Visual & Communication
Radio
Radio cassette
Lights & Windows
Power windows
Front & rear
Interior
Leather
Steering wheel
Steering
Power steering
Power steering
Brakes
Front
Ventilated
Rear
Solid
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
14" alloy wheels
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
1597cc
Engine Size (L)
1.6L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
9.4
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
85.0kW @ 6500rpm
Torque
130Nm @ 5500rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
91.4kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
6L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
8.5L/100km
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
14x5.5
Rear Rim Description
14x5.5
Front Tyre Description
185/60 R14
Rear Tyre Description
185/60 R14
Dimensions & Weights
Length
3975mm
Width
1675mm
Height
1230mm
Wheelbase
2265mm
Tare Mass
930kg
Kerb Weight
930kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
3yr
Warranty in Km
80000km
Other
Country of Origin
JAPAN
Launch Year
1990
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
NA
Series
NA Series 1
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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Wangaratta, VIC 3677
Member since
2011
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‡ This is an estimated figure calculated with reference to ADR 81/02 and is made on the assumption the vehicle is at maximum factory fuel/energy capacity. It does not take into account factors such as individual driving habits, terrains and driving conditions which may vary depending on the driver and the vehicle.
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