Considering going to Scotland for vacation.
I would appreciate any tips, trip suggestions and if at all possible a
hint as to where I might be lucky enough to rent an MX-5 in the
Edinburgh area.

I have a 2002 Miata with 10,000mi. on it and I'm taking it in for
routine maintenance. I called to make an appointment with the Mazda
dealer to have the oil and oil filter changed (did so at 500mi.,
3000mi., and 6000mi.) and the tires rotated (also had that done at

I know a Miata's battery is supposed to be trickle charged if it gets
totally discharged, but I had no choice but to get a jump start today
on my '97 and drive it 'till it charged.  I left the parking lights on
for eight hours, so I'm sure it was totally discharged.  It seems to

I've checked in the garage section of miata.net, but found no clues as
to how I can adjust the aim of my windshield washer jets.  -- They are
aimed at the wipers vice the glass 2-3" above the wipers.
Any hints / suggestions?

I've had a browse around www.mazda.co.uk and it is qute interesting. They
maainly want you to buy a Mazda online but its avoidable.

Hi. I am new to this newsgroup and I am now interested in the Mazda cars.
Just thought I say I am here :-d

Hi, I'm thinking of buying a Miata.  I have a choice of a 1999 with 76,000
for 11,500 or a 2001 with 56,000 for 15,500.  For those of y ou that know,
which is a better value.  I don't know the differences between the years and
how much driving differences it would make.

I have recently seen the latest uk mx5 the euphonic and love the interior
estecially the seats is it possible tro get hold of the same seats and
install them into my mk2 if so how do i get them maza parts dont seem to
know as they say their seets in general never need replacing?

Will be replacing the top on a 96 in the near future.  I am thinking a Robbins vinyl with glass window, but I am not set.  Any opinions on the following subjects:
Vinyl vs canvas.  I like the look, is it worth the money?  It will see a lot of rain.
Plastic vs glass.  Does glass ...

I thought I was finally going to get my Miata- a 96 Montego with the P.E.P.
and 54,000 miles.  The carfax report says 4 owners.  Car, a lease, started
out in Wis. then registered in TN.  Sold at auto auction (midwest region).
Next 3 owners all here in MN.  My question: Is TN known ...

This is probably a question that has been posted many times before. But,
since I can't find the older articles any longer, here it is again.
If I need to do an oil change, which oil (brand?) would most Miata
owners recommend? Any comments about the filter also?

I found my car was driving a bit funny on the Interstate, (got on there by
mistake, and was trying to get off quick,) so I checked the tire pressure.
Was 38 psi - 0.5 psi all around.  There is a long story of hell and doom
on the tire wall (Yoko ES 100) about inflating above 40 psi, ...

Since I stopped commuting daily and am using my Miata for quick trips
around town, after the last 15K miles, the brake pad on the left
(passenger side) began to squeal and it is now time for new front pads
after nearly four years and 25k miles.  My problem is the mechanic also

(1) MIATA  '91 - A/C
QUESTION: Where can I find the A/C drain hose to inspect if its blocked.
QUESTION:  How do I unblock it?
QUESTION:  Any web sites with photos?

Anybody had any experience with replacing a Miata seat?  Specifically,
the driver's seat is just plain worn out (i.e., the foam's to a
frazzle, and the brackets are poking) and my bony rear is beginning to
complain.