2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2008

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)

Other (14%)

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

133000 mi

US $1000
Transmission was leaking oil and had to have seals replaced. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD

48360 mi

C $780
Replace leaking rear pinion seal. 
12000 mi Clutch pedal adjustment; clutch would not release. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

121000 mi 6 speed manual transmission shifting plate, shifting ball, turrent fluid, transmission fluid. I replaced differential oil, air filter, spark plugs. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Transmission Problems

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