Finding a hardtop

[tj2068]

I'm having trouble finding a hardtop for my 1990 Miata. New or used doesn't matter but it seems as if they're hardly for sale. Is this a seasonal thing or are they always this rare?

[Phatmiata]

Welcome to the forum! Let's see some pics of your Miata

Hardtops are harder to find this time of year as folks use them for cold weather driving. They are all over the place in the summer though.

Where are you located? Maybe there is someone here in your area with one for sale.

[theothersawyer]

They are harder to find this time of year like Phat said, but you can find them. Expect to pay around $1,000 for one though. During the summer months they are easier to find and it is easier to find a deal on one!

[atank]

Where are you located, I know of a couple if you are close.............Welcome to the forum!!!!

[kung fu jesus]

The posts above are accurate. Keep $900-1200 available because when they appear, they sell fast, like a hour or so fast. A Craigslist search engine, like SearchTempest is a good idea. Don't expect to find a matching color, unless you have a black, red or white top. The more limited the color, the least likely you are to find one the same.

[tj2068]

I'm in Colorado. Color really doesn't matter to me. I have the cash ready but finding one nearby is tough.

[atank]

I'm in Colorado. Color really doesn't matter to me. I have the cash ready but finding one nearby is tough.

":)The Driver" may have some contacts out there, or we could have a few fellow Colorado members who could help.....

[Phatmiata]

paging Rafael.............

[nickpic83]

Just scored one for $600 off Craigslist. Its not perfect but is in very good shape, few chips in paint but thats it

[Phatmiata]

Just scored one for $600 off Craigslist. Its not perfect but is in very good shape, few chips in paint but thats it

that is a STEAL !!! FWIW I just sold my last one for $1260

http://mazdaroadster.net/showthread.php?5792-97-Marina-Green-M-Edition-HardTop-Like-New-FOR-SALE


I have another one here though, blue color, I might list it for sale so I can get some Xmas money

[nickpic83]

Yeah I thought so. Thats even what it was listed at. I didn't even try to wheel and deal, I just asked when can I come get it.

[atank]

Just scored one for $600 off Craigslist. Its not perfect but is in very good shape, few chips in paint but thats it



$600 is a good score!!!!!!

[atank]

Here is a red snug hardtop with broken glass for $500 obo in Howell Michigan. You can always put lexan in for weight savings!!

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=522114

[theothersawyer]

Here is a red snug hardtop with broken glass for $500 obo in Howell Michigan. You can always put lexan in for weight savings!!

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=522114

Weird! Howell is like the town over from where I grew up!!!

[atank]

Weird! Howell is like the town over from where I grew up!!!

Small World Sawyer!!!!!!!!! Are you going up there to visit relatives for Thanksgiving ??? Would be a nice gift to bring back, and I have a glass rear window that will fit..............

[tj2068]

Here is a red snug hardtop with broken glass for $500 obo in Howell Michigan. You can always put lexan in for weight savings!!

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=522114

I think that thread has been deleted and the guy wasn't willing to ship,

[atank]

I think that thread has been deleted and the guy wasn't willing to ship,

Looks like it was sold :(

[BoBo]

I gotta agree with everyone, this is the worst time to buy Hardtops. The rainy days are coming and people do tend to keep Hardtops until summer or at least when someones engine breaks and need $$$ for a replacement. There's a few hardtops for sale in Norcal since it only rained twice. They might be willing to ship, but if it starts raining here everyday then good luck. I used to see HT go for $650 during the summer, but now it's starting to go up to $1000+.


http://sfbay.craigslist.org/search/pta?query=miata+hardtop&zoomToPosting=&minAsk=&maxAsk=

[The Driver]

Just scored one for $600 off Craigslist. Its not perfect but is in very good shape, few chips in paint but thats it

Not a chance to find one that cheap, here in CO.

OP, HT's are hard to find here in CO, but this time of the year is virtually impossible. Craigslist is your best friend, no bones about it. Welcome to MR.Net!

BTW, where in CO?

[tj2068]

Greeley

[Flyin 92]

I found my first HT in late fall in the PNW (later traded it for a color matching one). Cost me roughly $800. If you're patient, you can find one in good shape for under $1,000.

[The Driver]

I found my first HT in late fall in the PNW (later traded it for a color matching one). Cost me roughly $800. If you're patient, you can find one in good shape for under $1,000.

Not in CO, he won't, unless its sold by a friend..

This area is not just cold, but there is a lot of Miata racing going on.

[Flyin 92]

I haven't seen a hardtop go for less than $1000 in a very long time. I was just lucky enough to find a seller who needed fast cash.