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2001 Miata Ls, Handling Pkg., Abs, Only 57,400 Mi. 6 Speed. Original Owner! on 2040-cars

Year:2001 Mileage:57400 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Columbus, Ohio, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual 6 Speed
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.8 L 16 valve DOHC
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: JM1NB353710203179 Year: 2001
Exterior Color: Black
Make: Mazda
Interior Color: Tan
Model: MX-5 Miata
Trim: LS
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Drive Type: 6 speed
Mileage: 57,400
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Beautiful, hard to find Miata with a very desirable options package.  Summer Fun!
Color:  Brilliant black, tan roof and leather interior.
Only 57,400 miles, about 4500 per year.
Lovingly maintained by original owner, never wrecked or hit, driven only in summer.
Oil changed every 3000 miles, using Mobil 1 synthetic oil.  Fresh tires and battery.

Factory installed options include:
Suspension package:
   -- Torsen limited slip differential
   -- Bilstein performance shock absorbers
   -- Front strut tower brace
   -- 16 inch alloy wheels with wheel locks
   -- Underbody bracing and oversize sway bars.

Additional factory options and features include:
   -- 1.8 L 16 valve DOHC engine
   -- 4 wheel Anti-Lock braking system
   -- 6 speed manual transmission with Nardi leather shift knob & steering wheel
   -- Premium Bose AM/FM/CD sound system with power antenna
   -- Leather seats, Nardi Touring leather steering wheel and shift knob.
   -- Rack and pinion power steering with speed sensing variable assist.
   -- Remote keyless entry system
   -- Power door locks with 2 stage unlocking
   -- Glass rear window with defogger.
   -- CFC free air conditioning
   -- Windblocker anti-draft panel with integral storage pouch
   -- Power windows, remote trunk and fuel door release.
   -- Full instrumentation, illuminated red at night, includes tachometer, coolant temp gauge and oil pressure gauge
   -- Cruise control
   -- Engine Immobilizer anti-theft system

Auction includes car cover and factory service manual.

Condition:
Exterior:  Paint is excellent.  Not show car level, but I would conservatively rate it an 8.5 out of 10. 
Minor imperfections in the finish commensurate with a well maintained  finish on a summer driver. The car has always been garaged, protected by products from Glosshaus and Meguiar's.

Minor stone chips on the front, always touched up promptly using Lankga products.  Occasional  small scratch, only visible upon very close examination.

One small ding on upper drivers door near cowl; I'm having trouble getting it to show up in a photo.

InteriorSeat, dash, and general interior condition is excellent.  One scratch in driver's interior door panel, not visible when door is closed, see photo.

Mechanical:
oil & filer changed every 3000 miles, Mobil One synthetic.
Brake pads at approximately 50%
Battery 2 years old, battery tender used during winter storage.
Tires:  205 45 ZR 16 Michelin pilot Exalto, 9/32 tread depth (new is 10.5/32).
Transmission and Differential fluids are Redline Synthetic.
No known mechanical issues.

Any prospective buyer is urged to inspect the car, please email to arrange a convenient time and place.


If you've been looking for a summer fun car, this is the one!  Check my feedback and bid with confidence!
I am the original owner.




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