Hi, I'm Tran. I'm sure these sorts of threads get posted all the time, but I'm hoping to buy a FD3S in the next few months, maybe even a year from now. I've had a Miata for a few months and autocrossed it, it's been a FANTASTIC car to learn car control and all that jazz, but I get the feeling that I'm sort of outgrowing the car. I would love to step up to a FD3S as I have a new job that pays a bit more and could save steadily.

I realize these cars aren't the most reliable, and it would be driven half the year in Oregon, occasionally to class and work, but mostly to autocross and track days. I might even consider daily driving it.

I was wondering if anyone had any kind of insight as to whether or not this is a good idea, or any other cars in the $15k price range that would suit my needs a bit better.

I've also heard about all types of cooling mods that ad to reliability, and if I were to keep the car in MOSTLY stock form, focusing all mods on handling and reliability rather than more boost or power, what I should keep my eyes out for.

Thanks!

 

welcome, and if you want to buy one from Japan please let me know!

 

Hey, Tran. I'm actually in the same boat; enjoying my miata at track days, but interested in learning whether an FD can be made reliable for track work. We'll see.

 

Good luck in your search and welcome !

 

Boy, I'd say you don't see many of them around here... I think most people who have them keep them hidden away haha.

I've actually seen more MKIV supras then I have FDs (whatever that means...)

I have noticed on the local craigslists that they aren't hard to find. Usually not in the best shape, but hey! Wheres the fun if you don't have to earn it!!