This sharp 1997 Mazda Miata Base roadster presents a classic driving experience with authentic sports car appeal. With just over 47,000 miles on the odometer, this black beauty has been well-maintained and offers a genuinely timeless design that refuses to age.
- Clean Carfax
- 1.8L I4 SMPI engine
- 5-Speed Manual transmission
- RWD with four-wheel independent suspension
- Black exterior with black cloth interior
- Front bucket seats with front center armrest and storage
- Dual front impact airbags
- 4-Wheel disc brakes with front and rear anti-roll bars
- AM/FM radio with cassette player
- Tachometer and passenger vanity mirror
The Miata has earned its reputation as the affordable, everyday sports car that delivers genuine enjoyment on every drive. This example combines that pure driving philosophy with low mileage, making it an ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking a straightforward, fun-to-drive roadster. Contact us today to experience this classic for yourself.
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Used 1997 MazdaMX-5 Miata Soft Top
- Exterior Color
- Brilliant Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 47,119 miles
- Body/Seating
- Convertible/2 seats
- Seats
- 2 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 23/29.1 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- JM1NA353XV0734174
- Stock Number
- J265208F
Included Packages & Accessories
Detailed Specifications
- Front beverage holders
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 185/60HR14.0
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 185/60HR14.0
- AM/FM radio
- Cassette
- Front center armrest: w/storage
- Front seats: bucket
- Max seating capacity: 2
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: rear-wheel
- Engine liters: 1.8
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 23mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 29.1mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 12.7gal.
- Horsepower: 133hp @ 6,500RPM
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Torque: 114 lb.-ft. @ 5,500RPM
- Transmission: 5 speed manual
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Curb weight: 1,040kg (2,293lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 83.0mm x 85.0mm (3.27" x 3.35")
- Engine displacement: 1.8 L
- Engine horsepower: 133hp @ 6,500RPM
- Engine torque: 114 lb.-ft. @ 5,500RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,676mm (66.0")
- Exterior height: 1,224mm (48.2")
- Exterior length: 3,948mm (155.4")
- Front headroom: 942mm (37.1")
- Front hiproom: 1,093mm (43.0")
- Front legroom: 1,085mm (42.7")
- Front shoulder room: 1,280mm (50.4")
- Interior cargo volume: 102 L (4 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 102 L (4 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 1,303L (46.0 cu.ft.)
- Turning radius: 4.6m (15.1')
- Wheelbase: 2,266mm (89.2")
- Display: analog
- Tachometer
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Classic car. Amazing drive!
By MyMiata on 1/5/2026 12:09:13 AM
This is my 3rd Miata. I keep buying something else... then coming back to a Miata. Is it my spirit animal? Yeah, kinda. - 5.0
30 years driving and still going strong. STILL FU
By Kim D on 12/8/2025 9:17:38 PM
I've had my red MX-5 since day one. Used as a daily driver for 30 years. Still not wanting to get rid of it. Maintenance minimal, gas mileage still good at 25 mpg ( a little higher on the highway for longer runs) Still get compliments, most not believing when I tell them the age. As a single person, I always keep a second vehicle for winter use. Miata is not good for snow/ice conditions. Also, always keep a truck for the larger hauling projects (that's the second vehicle). Love my Miata. Though a daily driver, still only has 120k after 30 years driving. Can't imagine a vehicle that is that much fun for that long for the money. - 5.0
Best car-car EVER!
By Mr car car on 8/3/2025 10:44:02 PM
It's small I'm 6'2..200 lbs...sure...most efficient dependable FUNNEST car I've ever owned...25 yrs now...peeps said I'm having a mid life crisis @ 40...if that means I love 2 seat'ers I do..