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Bought as a project in 2021. 172k miles then, 180K now
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Was sound and rust free but many components were worn
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Project build by Dave Baglioni, the notable Miata expert, over 2 years 2021 – 2023
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Intent was to get a mechanically refreshed, solid driver, with stage 1 power. Approx. 135HP, Strong compression. Not a cosmetic restoration
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Dozens of mechanical parts replaced.
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See complete list attached for long list of replaced or updated parts
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Note factory hard top and car capsule storage bubble
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$23k spent on this build since purchase. Did everything I could think of to preserve it and make it more fun
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Seldon used unfortunately
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$13,500 to an enthusiast!
1991 Miata NA Modifications
Drivetrain
New
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Jackson racing air box, headers, exhaust ($4000)
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Radiator ($600)
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High quality plugs & ignition wires ($400)
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Advanced timing and timing belt ($250)
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Clutch, crank shaft seal, transmission input seal ($500)
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Engine mounts ($700)
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Rebuilt stick, fresh trans oil, shifter extension, shift knob ($700)
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New differential oil ($100)
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Painted valve cover (Testa rosa!) ($250)
Suspension
New
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Enkei RPF1, 15-inch racing wheels. Falken racing tires ($3000)
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KYB 3-way adjustable shocks ($1000)
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Flying Miata Springs ($700)
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Flying Miata shock tower brace ($250)
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Flying Miata sway bars ($750)
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Frame rails and door bushings ($750)
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Undercoated ($175)
Interior
New
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Left door arm rest ($75)
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Right elbow leather arm rest ($75)
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Vintage stainless window toggle switches, cup holder console, handbrake handle, tombstone cover, gauge surround. ($1500)
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Leather shift boot, handbrake boot ($150)
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Nardi adaptive hub ($500)
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Nardi steering wheel (had since 1977) value now about ($800)
Body
New
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New Top ($2000)
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Factory hardtop ($1500)
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Paint stripped, new clear coat ($1500)
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Car capsule storage bubble ($900) keeps car dry
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$13,500 to an enthusiast!
John Hockin
johnmhockin@gmail.com
705 706 2891