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To mod or not? - 3/2/2008 2:16:38 PM   
Hungus

 

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I just recently (2 months ago) inherited a 1992 Miata with 39K miles on it.  This thing is pristine.  The only things not original are the tires and the battery.  It runs great.  I have a blast driving it and would love to get more out of it.  I can't decide whether it's worth it to add some hp or just leave it as is considering the year vs. mileage.  Any opinions?
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RE: To mod or not? - 3/8/2008 7:48:01 AM   
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Hi Hungus and welcome to the forum.
Sorry it took so long to reply.

I would say that if you can add some bolt-on zip for your enjoyment, why not?  Keep any original parts you replace so you mught put them back, or offer them to any new potential owners.

I remember when these early Miatas were new.  Having owned a few MG's in my day (<<< whatever that means?) I wanted one. 
The biggest complaint at the time was that not only did they look very retro, like a British roadster (a good thing,) but that they were also under-powered like one too.  A few careful touches could make it a better running car for you in these more modern times.

Just my .02.



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RE: To mod or not? - 3/8/2008 10:52:30 AM   
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I say keep your foot down and have a blast. 39K miles on a '92? That, my friend, is LUCK.

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RE: To mod or not? - 3/8/2008 12:53:04 PM   
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Only 39K?  WOW!  UPGRADE!!!

Easiest things in the (motor) world to install: intake, exhaust, headers.  Too easy and fun not to upgrade!

http://www.gripmotorsports.com/dl.aspx?pnd=Mazda-Miata%20MX5-1992

http://www.nopionline.com/nopistore/dsp_pcsall.cfm?vmakeid=220&vmodelid=080&vcatyear=1992&vtype=A&vcatid=1&vTitle=1992%20MAZDA%20Miata&vn=0

http://www.sportcompactonly.com/Mazda/Miata/makes_v-146_vy-1992.htm

http://www.modacar.com/products/Mazda/Miata/MODAHEA

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