NOOB from VA
#1
NOOB from VA
Im a newbie from FL im in the coast guard and got stationed up here in VA and never thought I would see myself interested in miatas. Then I rode in my buddies boosted one and that changed my mind it was like a go cart that was just fun as hell. So now I am back in FL training then leave until may 15 but when I get back to virginia I think Im gonna dive into a miata and start learning and definitely boost either a 1.6 or a 1.8 and do a build for some autox and just some fun. Thanks and I know I'll learn a lot
#2
Welcome. I'd go for a 1.8 ('94+) for sure, '94-'95 are the best NA (NA is first gen) cars because they're easier to pass emissions with and they weigh less then the '96-'97 cars. The second gen (NB) started in '99. They look different inside and out, and make a bit more power. In '01 they got VVT engines and made a bit more power. Be sure and get one that you like, don't just buy the first rust free car you see like I did. You'll want one with a Torsen LSD, no rust and the options you want.
#3
Emissions is no problem for me because I'm a resident of FL but thanks for clearing up some data. Right now I am just studying each of them because I know I want boost while keeping costs down for the purchase price of the car. The 90-93's have the 1.6 and the 94+ have the 1.8's correct? I have a lot of research to do and definitely am not rushing into buying something that isnt what I'm looking for. Thanks for explaining the names of them and giving some info.
#7
I just love the looks of the NA Miatas now that I know the difference I used to say the old ones now I know. Ive been browsing both the DIY turbo section and the prefabbed kits and it looks as though a good made diy system can be had for a good price but at the same time I know I will not buy junk.
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