2014 Mazda MX-5 2.0i 25th Anniversary Edition

Highlights

• Two-litre, naturally aspirated engine
• Six-speed manual transmission
• Soul Red metallic paintwork and contrasting black folding hard top
• No. 562 of the limited production run, with numbered badges
• Excellent Light Stone leather interior

Overview

Back in 2014 the definitive two-seater roadster turned 25 years old, and Mazda celebrated by releasing a special ‘25th Anniversary Edition. This model features a two-litre, naturally-aspirated engine driving the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission, as well as a unique paint colour: Soul Red. Each car features unique numbered badges on the front wings, as well as a leather interior in Light Stone with contrasting red stitching and comes with the added practicality of a folding hard top, which is finished in black.

Limited to just 1,099 units worldwide — and with 750 of those coming to the UK — you won’t drive past another one every day. The car on sale here is number 562 in the production run. It comes with a printout of its digital service record, and a reassuringly advisory-free MOT.

The car remains in very presentable condition inside and out, with only light signs of use to the pale leather upholstery, and a few minor scuffs in the paintwork. Perfectionists might set to it with a machine polisher, while driving enthusiasts will be champing at the bit to get their hands on the wheel and feet on the drilled aluminium pedals.

So if you’re looking for a fast, fun roadster with a few creature comforts like air conditioning and an electric folding hardtop roof, then this MX-5 has a lot to offer.

History and documentation

• Registered 1 Sep 2014
• Printout of the car’s digital service record with services as follows: Sep 2015 @ 5,620 miles, Sep 2016 @ 13,166 miles, Aug 2017 @ 19,917 miles, Aug 2018 @ 27,346 miles, Sep 2019 @ 34,118 miles
• There is a record of email correspondence with a service centre confirming that it was inspected and serviced by them prior to the car being sold in March 2023
• Most recent service invoice dated Apr 2024 @ 43,972 miles
• Full document pack in Mazda fabric folder
• Collection of invoices and old MOT certificates
• Two keys
• Current MOT with no advisories expires 2 Apr 2025
• V5 present in owner’s name
• Only two former keepers
• HPI clear
• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• The 25th anniversary model features a unique interior
• Light Stone leather seat upholstery with contrasting red stitching and embossed headrests
• Red stitching also features on the leather steering wheel, handbrake lever, and gearstick gaiter
• The upholstery remains very good throughout, with only some light wear to the driver’s seat bolster
• Heated seats
• ‘25th Anniversary’ branding on the floor mats and sill plates
• Black fitted carpets
• The door cards are in very good condition, with a few light scuffs
• Cruise control
• Drilled aluminium pedals and footrest
• Air conditioning with settings for use with the roof up or down
• Computer display on the dashboard, with navigation, media, and phone connectivity
• Analogue instrument cluster
• Headlining clean and tidy
• Heated rear screen
• Fully carpeted boot to the rear

Exterior

• Finished in Soul Red metallic paint, with black hardtop roof and wing mirrors
• The paint is generally very presentable throughout
• A few scuffs and scratches from use
• There are a couple of small paint drips on the front bumper and nearside front wing, indicating that it has had some restorative paint at some stage
• Otherwise, the body panels look good
• 17-inch, ten-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Gunmetal paint
• Matching set of Michelin Pilot Sport tyres
• At the service in Apr 2024, the tyres were all reported to retain 5-6mm of tread
• There is a little kerb damage to the rims
• Badges present and correct front and rear
• Individually numbered ‘25th Anniversary’ badges on the front wings — No. 0562
• The headlights appear to be clear and bright
• No damage reported to the windscreen
• The hardtop roof raises and lowers as it should do
• Underneath, there is surface corrosion to the suspension components
• Twin exhaust tips

Mechanical

• 1,999 cc four-cylinder petrol engine
• 158 bhp and 139 lb ft
• Naturally aspirated
• Top speed 132 mph, 0-62 mph in 7.6 seconds
• Six-speed manual transmission
• Rear-wheel drive
• Engine bay very clean and tidy
• The most recent service in April 2024 included an engine oil and filter change
• No MOT advisories
• The seller notes that the car starts, runs, and sounds as it should do
• New battery reportedly fitted in 2024
• No mechanical issues reported

Summary

Given that everyone needs to own an MX-5 at some point in their driving career, it might as well be something a little special. And the 25th Anniversary Edition looks great with its Soul Red paint, Dark Gunmetal alloy wheels, and discreet numbered badges. The folding hard top adds in year-round usability so it’s a car you could consider dailying.

It’s got all the right bits to be a memorable driving machine, too, with the 2 litre engine, six speed box and limited slip diff. In fact, it looks to be quite the all-rounder and should be the perfect way to scratch an MX-5 itch.

To arrange a viewing, please request this in the Q&A section. You can click through to the seller's profile and use the 'Email Me' function to arrange a viewing privately. This seller is located in Easingwold, near York.