2008 Mazda MX-5 PRHT: Mazda Gem of the Day
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This 2008 Mazda MX-5 PRHT is today’s Mazda Gem of the Day. It’s a low-mileage example of the third-generation or NC Miata that debuted for the 2006 model year.
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The 2008 MAZDA MX-5 Power Retractable Hardtop (PRHT) Miata features a distinctive quick-folding power hardtop that folds and unfolds in about 12 seconds.
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What’s even better is that the PRHT doesn’t intrude on the NC Miata’s already modest trunk space.
As a top-trim Grand Touring edition, this 2008 MX-5 sports key upgrades from the base Sport trim and mid-level Touring, including highlights like:
- Leather-trimmed seats
- Faux leather door trim
- BOSE Audio System with 7 Speakers
- Leather shift knob with silver ring
- Silver trimmed door pull handle cap & door
speaker ring - Heated seats
- 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
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This particular Mazda MX-5 Miata PRHT Grand Touring includes the Appearance Package that adds attractive and sporty exterior styling elements. Included in the Appearance Package are a front air dam, side skirts and a rear underskirt that give the NC Miata’s subdued design a slightly more aggressive look.
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With just 23,131 miles, the car’s True Red paint and black interior look as close to showroom condition as one could expect.
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Every NC Miata came equipped with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine, with this one making 166 hp and coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
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At the time of this writing, the seller is asking $19,990 for this 23k-mile MX-5 Miata PRHT for sale.
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