About this vehicle

2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata SE (Special edition). #333 of 3000 SE models produced in 2001. 90,566 miles. British Racing Green. In original unmodified condition, except for horn and radio head unit (original uninstalled equipment included). This is offered for sale by the original owner. The vehicle runs great and is mainly used for weekend drives. Includes service history from new, and recent inspection report included. Everything works and the car is ready for a long distance trip.

Seller's Notes

Car has original purchase information (order form, dealer delivery checklist, Monroney sticker), a period magazine featuring the SE, and one of the commemorative SE keychains it came with new. Questions: 505-988-7103 (MDT), or dsicko@gmail.com. Car is sold in as-is condition with standard eBay vehicle purchase protection. Full payment required within 7 days of listing close. Money order, cash on pickup. Buyer responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping.

Vehicle Details

1.8 liter 4-cylinder, 6 speed manual transmission; power windows, door locks with remote fob, air conditioning, power rack and pinion steering, manual soft top. SE equipment: Only came in British Racing Green. 16” alloy wheels, under hood strut brace, Torsen limited-slip differential, cruise control, fog lights, chrome gas cap and door sills, wood Nardi steering wheel, shift knob, hand brake handle, simulated woodgrain dash surround, Bose premium sound system with CD player, tan leather seats, tan interior trim and carpets, tan vinyl soft top. Car has optional anti-lock brakes.

Condition: Never smoked in, never used in any competitions, never laid up for any length of time, never missed a service. Rust free—always garaged and spent most of its life in New Mexico’s dry southwestern climate. Comes with full service history that includes regular servicing and repairs since new. Full documentation of 2001 accident (only needed rear bumper cover replaced). Registered in Mississippi in 2004 during hurricane Katrina; but over 200 miles inland and car was unaffected. Original shocks replaced with OEM Bilsteins at 69178 miles; Timing belt replaced at 80600 miles by Mazda dealership. Most recent service in April 2024, includes a full inspection report. Everything on the car works, brakes have 95% wear left. No fluid leaks. Tires in good condition, BFGoodrich g-force comp-2, 205/45ZR 16. Battery is correct (gel) type, 2 years old, and in good condition.

Exterior: As expected for a 23 year old car there are paint chips on the hood  and a few small scratches on the driver’s side front cowl and door. Very small dent and 2 paint chips on the driver’s side A-pillar. No larger dents or dings, and body panels are straight. Pictures of the underside are included.

Interior: Carpets and plastic parts in good shape with only minor wear. Dashboard has no sagging. Driver’s side carpet has small stains. Plastic faded in a small spot on the steering wheel and on a few plastic elements associated with the soft top. Major wear on 2 leather panels on driver’s seat, a tear on the left front seat panel, and wear and a loose seam on the left side of the seat back. See pictures for extent. Passenger seat and the rest of the drivers seat have only minor wear. Trunk in very good condition, including carpeting, floor, and battery compartment. Original vinyl soft top supple and leak free, locking mechanisms have been replaced. Seals have some wear but still work well. There is no ballooning of the top while driving at speed. Vinyl tonneau cover in good shape and still useable.

Additional equipment: Sound system updated in 2017 with new (like for like) speakers and a Pioneer head unit (hands free calling and full smartphone connectivity including streaming) with satellite radio receiver and antenna. Original Bose head unit is included, and worked when last installed. New Hella air horn replaced original “beep” horn (also included). Trunk lid luggage rack (mounts with no permanent modifications), 2 fitted car covers, custom windshield shade, and aftermarket front grille (not on car, mounts without permanent mods).


Exterior

British racing green paint in good condition with only chipping on hood.

Interior

Only significant wear is on left side of driver’s seat

Engine

Extra luggage rack, grille, service and purchase documents pictured.

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