Mazda MX-5 Mk1 1.8 HKS Turbo ,UK Car, 78k Dakar 75/400,BC suspension,LSD

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1997 Mazda MX5 MK1 1.8 HKS Turbo ,UK car 78k ,BC suspension .LSD,Hard Top

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A fantastic piece of fun this limited-edition classic with serious attitude, this stunning 1997 Mazda MX-5 Mk1 Dakar Edition (Number 75 of just 400 produced)Classic Sports Car, cherished by its last owner since 2014 and finished in Twilight Blue with grey leather and its matching factory hardtop. Equipped with a HKS turbo conversion, BC Racing coilovers, and a Torsen limited-slip differential, this pop-up headlight roadster delivers classic Japanese sports car handling with proper forced-induction punch, these are just about the most fun for your money that is possible , A Uk supplied car with all its books , keys and a mountain of paperwork with subtle yet productive modifications. Timing belt just changed and will come with a fresh MOT for new owner, see the video of a walkaround and start up it tells so much more.

Vehicle Overview & Key Highlights:

Model: 1997 Mazda MX-5 (NA / Mk1) Dakar Special Edition (Numbered 75 of 400 UK cars)

Ownership: Cherished by the same mature enthusiast owner since 2014 (12 years of continuous care)

Mileage: 78,593

Colour & Interior: Factory Twilight Blue Mica with original Dakar grey leather upholstery

Provenance: Complete original handbooks, both keys, dyno setup printouts, suspension weight set up and a massive history file packed with maintenance receipts

Roof Options: Includes factory colour-coded Twilight Blue hardtop along with a sound soft top

Engine & Forced Induction: Dyno-proven HKS turbocharger system, polished alloy inlet pipework, heavy-duty alloy radiator, and quality Samco silicone coolant hoses

Chassis & Drivetrain: Torsen LSD (Limited-Slip Differential) fitted , BC Racing adjustable coilover suspension, and a sturdy GPU rear roll bar

Brakes & Plumbing: Drilled and grooved discs all around, EBC Greenstuff performance pads, and Goodrich braided lines

Bodywork & Styling: Headlight induction air scoop, factory alloy wheels, limited-edition numbered plaque, and clean sills/arches

Technical Specs & Dakar Heritage:

Base Platform: 1.8-litre DOHC 16-valve inline-four (BP-ZE engine architecture), paired with Mazda's legendary short-throw 5-speed manual gearbox.

Special Edition Status: The Dakar was released in 1997 to celebrate the final UK production run of the iconic first-generation NA pop-up headlight roadster, strictly limited to 400 individually numbered examples.

The Turbo Advantage: Standard 1.8 NAs delivered around 130 bhp; this professionally fitted HKS turbo setup paired with free-flowing alloy pipework and upgraded cooling transforms the power band. It supplies huge mid-range shove and glorious wastegate chatter while keeping the legendary 50/50 chassis balance intact. Its not been crazy boosted around 185bhp (165 at the wheels) but boy it makes such a lovely difference.

Clean Mk1 MX5's on the up and opportunities for cars like this become less and less ,i will genuinely be sorry to see it go
When will I see another
Matt and Lisa

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Sunroof; CD Player; Leather Seats; AM/FM Stereo; Power-assisted Steering (PAS); Tuning; V5 Registration Document; Alloy Wheels

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