91SE near Columbus OH at $8500 [Archive] (2024)

Bob_MX5

3rd October 2022, 13:05

https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/westerville-miata-1991-se-british/7535611096.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00t0t_wYjX74piKvz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

Posted two weeks ago. Why is it still available? A "normal" 76kmile 91 at this price should sell quickly. From what I see in the pics, this 91SE is a great deal. It even has BBS!

Is it hiding flaws?
Could it be rusted-out underneath (no chassis pics)?
Is it the luggage rack?
Is it the economy?
Is it the location?
Am I wrong about the great price?

Help me Rhonda. Help, help, me Rhonda figure this one out.

B.

Cincycaddy

3rd October 2022, 13:28

Sharpie

3rd October 2022, 13:31

lenthomlaw

3rd October 2022, 14:52

cduplain

4th October 2022, 06:44

david-p

4th October 2022, 08:21

Is that a CB radio antenna on the back?

David

cduplain

4th October 2022, 10:12

Is that a CB radio antenna on the back?

David

Yes, I believe so.

Bob_MX5

4th October 2022, 12:25

Is that a CB radio antenna on the back?

David

Yes, I believe so.

^^^ Those are usually not "permanent" so no damage done.

Re: the luggage rack, those are usially "permanent" and mounted with nuts/bolts thru the lid surface. So, one lives with it or buys a replacement trunk lid or pays the $$$$ to have the holes properly welded closed in the repair.

Me, I can live with the trunk-rack. Although it is not a "good look", it is period correct, and it is reminiscent of British roadsters with racks.

B.

mmc757

4th October 2022, 12:44

Bob_MX5

4th October 2022, 13:51

I don't like the wheels at all.
I'm also instantly suspicious of anyone claiming a 30+ year old rust belt car is in excellent condition...maybe it is, but I'm suspicious.
Another thing that could be impacting the sale is the basically instantaneous roll-in we got from Autumn this year. Winter really feels like its knocking on the door, and buying an old convertible right now would feel like a waste.

Here ya go. Different wheels, TX so probably less rust, and no claim of "excellent condition": $8500/obo.

https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/7539203337.html

Cincycaddy

4th October 2022, 14:06

Here ya go. Different wheels, TX so probably less rust, and no claim of "excellent condition": $8500/obo.

https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/7539203337.html

That's a turd.

Bob_MX5

4th October 2022, 14:11

That's a turd.

:thumbs:
Makes the one in Columbus look great!

B.

lenthomlaw

4th October 2022, 22:01

I don't like the wheels at all.
I'm also instantly suspicious of anyone claiming a 30+ year old rust belt car is in excellent condition...maybe it is, but I'm suspicious.
Another thing that could be impacting the sale is the basically instantaneous roll-in we got from Autumn this year. Winter really feels like its knocking on the door, and buying an old convertible right now would feel like a waste.

Disliking BBS wheels on a Miata is just wrong. It is like disliking puppies or apple pie.

cduplain

5th October 2022, 06:17

Disliking BBS wheels on a Miata is just wrong. It is like disliking puppies or apple pie.

I agree; that’s not allowed.

jjrespicio

5th October 2022, 08:14

Cincycaddy

5th October 2022, 08:44

I was thinking of going to take a look at this car? What stood out that makes it a turd to you? Curious as I am in search of my first Miata. Thanks

That large ribbed thing strapped onto the shifter.......wear a glove if you test drive.

https://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_ije8KLTWHvpz_0gw0co_1200x900.jpg

mmc757

5th October 2022, 10:39

Disliking BBS wheels on a Miata is just wrong. It is like disliking puppies or apple pie.

I agree; that’s not allowed.

:dunno:
Ugly is ugly, no matter whose label is on it.

cduplain

5th October 2022, 11:15

Ugly is ugly, no matter whose label is on it.

Agreed.

Unfortunately for your argument, I think the wheels look great. It has nothing to do with the label on them.

CenterTree

5th October 2022, 13:10

To me the BBS wheels are not from a 92 or 93 Miata. I have a set off of a BMW and they are flatter, these resemble those more than the 92 SE or 93LE BBS'. Hard to tell in the pictures though.

Yeah, it's also hard to tell what the undercarriage looks like. And sort of hard to see the engine bay in those PICS. Oh wait, there are NO PICs of either the engine or the underside.

Geez, I am always amazed how people expect to sell items online with no pertinent photos. Are they lazy or just clueless?:bang:

Bob_MX5

5th October 2022, 14:25

Yeah, it's also hard to tell what the undercarriage looks like. And sort of hard to see the engine bay in those PICS. Oh wait, there are NO PICs of either the engine or the underside.

Geez, I am always amazed how people expect to sell items online with no pertinent photos. Are they lazy or just clueless?:bang:

I think 90%+ of the potential buyers have no clue about what is "pertinent".
So, pretty photos meet their needs.

B.