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Mazda MX-5 (NB)

1998–2005

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  • Lowest price

    US$6,350

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$12,300

    Since 2020 · n=48

  • Highest price

    US$48,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    48

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 48 lots

Mazda MX-5

Based on 48 verified auction results

No signal yet

US$11,250

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

—

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$11,250

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$11,250

+0%

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Market scores

53

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Hardtop included

    +US$3,008+24%

    6 with · 45 without · med confidence

  • Built ≤ 2001

    −US$2,646-22%

    18 with · 12 without · high confidence

  • Limited-slip diff

    +US$390+3%

    13 with · 38 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Mazda MX-5 NB is trading at a median of $11,250 in the US market, with 17 sales tracked over the past 12 months establishing a stable pricing environment across the broader database of 48 total transactions.

The NB generation commands a collectible designation with moderate desirability, reflecting the model's position as an accessible entry point to Japanese sports car ownership and its reputation for mechanical simplicity and affordability. The marque benefits from a large and engaged enthusiast community that continues to support the platform through parts availability and knowledge-sharing.

Transacted examples are averaging roughly 50,000 miles, suggesting that surviving NBs in the collector market have been either well-preserved or moderately driven rather than relegated to storage or heavy use. This mileage profile aligns with vehicles that have been owned by engaged but not necessarily deep-pocketed collectors.

With only two active listings against 17 sales in the trailing year, liquidity is moderate—the type of market where a well-priced example typically moves within 30 to 60 days, while outliers may linger. For buyers, the thin listing inventory suggests some patience may be required to find the right specification.

The base projection holds valuations flat at $11,250 through both the 3-year and 5-year horizons, reflecting neither strong appreciation momentum nor depreciation pressure. Support at current levels appears anchored by consistent enthusiast demand and the NB's low entry cost relative to condition-driven alternatives in the classic roadster segment.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$11,250

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked65
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared65 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • DepreciationUS$670
  • Total annual costUS$5,700

For sale now · 3 live

All live deals

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings2
  • Sales Last 12 Months48
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings2
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$13,652
  • Avg Mileage at Sale50,320 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$6,350 – US$48,500
  • Total Sales Tracked48

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$12,500

    Bring a Trailer · 5 Oct 2026

  • US$15,000

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Sept 2026

  • US$12,500

    cars-and-bids · 28 Sept 2026

  • US$15,000

    Bring a Trailer · 25 Sept 2026

  • US$11,500

    Bring a Trailer · 25 Sept 2026

  • US$48,500

    Bring a Trailer · 22 Sept 2026

  • US$8,100

    cars-and-bids · 15 Sept 2026

  • US$15,600

    Bring a Trailer · 12 Sept 2026

  • US$13,500

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Sept 2026

  • US$11,750

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Sept 2026

Common questions

What is a Mazda MX-5 (NB) worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$11,250, based on 17 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$6,350 to US$48,500.

How many Mazda MX-5 (NB)s are for sale right now?

We track 3 live auction listings for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.