1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 1999

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (4%)

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (40%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (40%)

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Engine not specified

86000 mi

US $70
Replaced clutch master and slave cylinders. 
66300 mi

US $25
Replace clutch slave cylinder 

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

110000 mi

US $60
Replaced clutch master and slave cylinders 

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

27580 mi

C $10
noisy clutch, tweeting sound 

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2-door

supercharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

131000 mi

US $2000
Failing reverse gear on transmission. Re-manufactured 5-speed installed. Took the opportunity to install a Torsen LSD as well. 

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

94000 mi

US $750
Clutch/Pressure Plate replaced 
234000 mi

US $900
Leaking clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder, associated hoses. 
73000 mi

US $500
Slave cylinder for clutch was leaking. Cylinder replaced. 
202500 mi

US $145
clutch hydraulic cylinders, flex line, bleeder kit, parts 
88000 mi

US $700
Diagnosed as throw-out bearing, car was driveable, just heard grinding noise while clutch pedal was depressed. Wanted to upgrade to an ACT heavy duty clutch, installed at Bell Engineering (Begi). Very pleased with install and upgrade. 

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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Transmission Problems

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