Whats the difference and is it worth it

[ROSSinHD]

Looking to get an MX5 for some fun roof down driving.

Locally they do not come up often and when they do they go. Also note the prices are local and not comparative to the mainland.

So option one is a 2002 1.8 sport in green with hardtop at 57,000 miles, unsure at present on service history - £2,250 from a dealer with 3 months warranty

Option 2 is a 2004 1.8 Euphonic Edition in grey, 37,700 miles with fsh - £3,250 and is a private sale. I note it was up for sale 3 weeks ago at £2,950 but she has now relist at £3,250 and has said that she has had the bumber resprayed to sort out chips etc.

I am swaying towards the 2002 due to price mainly as it gives me alot left in my fun car budget for some choice mods like alloys, bluetooth head unit etc.

What would be the main difference between the models.

[ROSSinHD]

Thanks guys, the 2002 was a dog. In fact I cannot remember the last time I saw a car in as much of a state as that. The only good thing about it was the hard top was in excellent condition.

Waiting on hearing about the 2004 if I can view it.

Edited by ROSSinHD on Thursday 19th July 12:21

[ROSSinHD]

Thanks for all the tips. I am now the proud owner of a 2004 1.8 euphonic. Gave the car a good going over and I saw no signs of rust. 37k miles, fsh and garaged all its life when not in use. Will take a while to get use to the box and the driving position as my other car is a Qashqui but drove home with a stupid grin on my face.

Think in terms of mods the Sony headunit and changer will come out in favour of a Bluetooth unit so I can play Spotify from my phone and I would love to get the chrome roll bar things and spray the alloys black.