^^ Super delayed response... sorry!
But wow: $1k is an amazing deal for a roadworthy Miata. Could easlily flipski it and probably triple his money. (But then what would he buy?)
I don't get the "hit piece" comment!
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I scored a set of half worn Bridgestone Ecopia 422 Plus LRR tires. 195/65-R15.
These are for the back wheels, to raise gearing a few more percent vs. the dry rotted 185/65-R15 mystery tires that are on it.
We'll find out in late July how they work! God willing and the creek don't rise.