Something in the top end died while driving. Can't afford repairs ;(

Price: - Item location: Vacaville, California, United States
Description:

1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata Basic

Died 50 miles from home, driving up a not-too-steep S.F. street when it just wouldn't go, even though engine was running. After several attempts that day to restart, it belched some smoke, and that was enough for me - have not tried starting again for fear of causing more damage.
5-speed with good clutch
Aftermarket cruise control
Cold AC (recharged with Freon R-12 when I bought it)
Small ripples in the body and various small dings repaired poorly with matched red paint
Driver's window needs greasing (did this when I bought it, needs it again...)
Radio/CD player takes external input, but sometimes acts up, so there is a spare included
Flushed the radiator for rust and there's *still* more in the fluid!
Some moldiness in the trunk from the winter
Sealed lead-acid battery replaced the big OEM version
Chrome roll-bar is not just for show - heavy enough to handle a roll-over
New Hankook Ventus V2 tires and Koenig Helium 15" rims (the lightest I could afford) with only a few hundred miles (the OEM wheels with old tires are still here, if you want them)
Passed smog 3mo ago (Smog Chek 2 is fairly strict)
A white hardtop is included (it needs glass to be remounted - window is intact but heat loosened the original molding and I pulled it out to prevent surprises. You can see black stains on the top from that melted molding).
If interested buyers do not want the hardtop, I will relist cheaper, and even cheaper if the new tires and rims are not wanted. Just let me know
Vehicle Details:
  • Make: Mazda
  • Model: MX-5 Miata
  • Type: Convertible
  • Trim: Basic
  • Year: 1992
  • Mileage: 184,785
  • VIN: JM1NA3515N0304857
  • Color: Red
  • Engine size: 1.6 L
  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Power options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Drive type: RWD
  • Interior color: Black
  • Drive side: Left-hand drive
  • Safety options: Driver Airbag
  • Options: CD Player, Convertible
  • Vehicle Title: Clear
  • Want to buy? Contact seller!