This 1991 Mazda Miata shows just 2,168 miles from new and is #173 of 3,997 Special Edition models produced. The original owner purchased the car in Connecticut and kept it until 2008. The seller acquired it from a Vermont dealer in 2012 and has added only 11 miles while keeping it garaged at his Indiana home. Records show the timing belt, water pump, and A/C compressor were replaced four years ago along with new coolant and an oil/filter change. The only modifications from stock are rustproofing spray applied to the underbody and window etching for theft prevention, both of which were performed by the dealer at the original owner’s request. The original keys, tonneau cover, convertible boot, and factory hardtop cover come with the car, which is being sold with a clean Carfax and clean Indiana title in the seller’s name.

The factory BRG paint (code HU) looks glossy and is in nice shape thanks to being continuously garaged since new. The seller reports that a few blemishes can be seen that occurred either at the dealership or under the first owner’s care. These include a scratch on the left side of the rear bumper that has been touched up, a tiny paint chip and light surface scratch on the driver’s rear quarter panel, some scrapes from a parking curb under the front bumper, and a small dent at the front of the passenger rocker panel.

The glass is free of any cracks or nicks, and rubber seals are in good condition with no UV damage present. The lights and indicators all work as they should and have no cracks in the lenses.

NA Miatas came equipped with independent double wishbone suspension and anti-roll bars at the front and rear. Four-wheel disc brakes are ventilated at the front and provide ample stopping power for the 2,100 lb. roadster. The car is pictured with a second set of stock roller/storage wheels and Goodyear Eagle HP tires, as the original 14″ silver alloys and Bridgestone 185/60R14 SF-325 tires have been kept in climate controlled storage.

The optional hardtop is in good condition with no blemishes visible on the paint or glass. The seller notes that the black soft top was improperly stored by the previous owner. He has not removed the hardtop during four years of ownership to correct it, so fold marks will be present.

The interior of the SE model was only offered in Tan leather and was fitted with a wooden shift knob and parking brake lever, as well as stainless door sills. The upholstery appears to have seen little use as the mileage suggests, with no wear visible on either of the seats. The original branded floor mats look clean, and the SE dash plaque is present.

Additional SE accoutrements include air conditioning and an upgraded CD player with headrest speakers. Interior plastics have held up well due to the lack of UV exposure, and all of the gauges, lights, and accessories are said to function properly.

The factory 1.6 liter twin cam inline-four looks clean in the tidy engine compartment and produced 116 horsepower when new. The SE model features a standard 5-speed manual gearbox and limited slip rear differential, and was not fitted with the “short-nose crank” seen on other versions.

According to the service records provided, the timing belt, water pump, and the A/C compressor were replaced in April of 2012. The coolant was flushed and changed, and the car received an oil/filter change at 1,986 miles. The seller notes that he has only driven the car 11 miles in his four years of ownership.

Several images of the underbody show very clean surfaces, with little visible surface rust on exhaust and suspension components.

The clean Carfax verifies the low mileage, and a copy of the original sales invoice is included. The original keys, owner’s manual, tan tonneau cover, and tan convertible boot cover also come with the car.