FAQ

(Frequently Asked Questions)

Do I have to be a member to participate in an event?
All Miata owners are welcome to join events. If you would like to experience what the club is all about before joining, please join us at a meeting, a drive or other event. We are confident that you will want to join. At only $25.00 per year, you’ll wonder why you have waited so long.

How do I become a member of the club?

Come to one of our meetings on the second Tuesday of every month and let us know you are interested on joining and we will get you all set up. Or click on the Membership application page, fill it out and bring it to the next monthly meeting or send it in.  

I am going on my first driving event. How do I prepare?
The first run is always nerve-racking. Certainly, make sure that your Miata is mechanically sound, tire pressures are correct, and you have a full tank of gas. Arrive at the starting point early. Introduce yourself around the group and prepare to have a good time.

How do I add photos to the club’s Photo Page?
Simply attach your photos to an email to the club’s webmaster: Contact

I would like to suggest additions/changes to the website. Who do I talk to?
Contact the webmaster via email Contact or during a club meeting or event to discuss additions or changes to the website.

I keep seeing/hearing Miatas referred to as NA, NB, NC, or ND. What do those letters mean?
These letter combinations represent the different Miata generations. NA represents the first generation Miatas (1990-1997); NB represents the second generation Miatas (1999-2005); NC represents the third generation Miatas (2006-2015) and ND represents the fourth generation (2016+) These letter combinations are the fourth and fifth characters in the Miata’s vehicle identification number (VIN) found at the base of the windshield on the driver’s side. Here is a sample VIN representing an NB (second generation) Miata: JM1NB123456789012.

Do people race Miatas?
The Miata is very popular on the track. In SCCA Solo II (Autocross), the Miata is one of the most popular vehicles. The Spec Miata class has been the fastest-growing road racing class in SCCA, and the popularity has resulted in the 2006 introduction of the SCCA Pro Racing SIRIUS Satellite Radio Mazda MX-5 Cup Presented by Hankook, which has been televised. Mazda proudly claims that more Mazdas are found on racetracks every weekend than any other brand, and the majority are Miatas. With its light weight, rear wheel drive layout, and responsive handling, the Miata is a natural on the track.

I need help with my Miata. Is there a lot of technical knowledge in the club?
With so many members and so many Miatas, there is bound to be somebody that has experienced the same problems you are facing, from repairs to installations to tuning. The club also has a Miata parts specialist, Randall’s Roadsters, (423-483-8962) that can help with any parts you need. Ask around or post your question on the club’s Facebook page and you’ll get an answer…..