As of October 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) is actually worth $14,100 (fair range $12,400 to $15,800). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 138 recent confirmed sales, normalized for mileage, and blends auction hammer prices (grossed up for buyer's premium) with real-world asking behavior.
Well-supported value — but volatile.
As of October 2026, the Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) market has 793 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $13,984, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $11,000 and $16,900. Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) prices have increased 4.7% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $14,319 to $14,995.
The typical Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) on the market has 68,288 miles. Listings spend an average of 60 days on market before selling or being removed.
A fair price for a Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) in October 2026 is between $11,000 and $16,900 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $8,900 to $19,250 across 793 active listings.
| Percentile | Price | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $8,900 | Budget / project cars |
| 25th | $11,000 | Below average price |
| Median (50th) | $13,984 | Typical market price |
| 75th | $16,900 | Above average / premium |
| 90th | $19,250 | Top tier / low miles / rare spec |
The average asking price is $13,995, which is higher than the median, indicating that high-priced outliers (rare specifications, very low mileage, or concours-quality examples) pull the average up.
| Mileage Range | Listings | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| Under 10,000 mi | 13 | $17,749 |
| 10,000 - 25,000 mi | 40 | $18,000 |
| 25,000 - 50,000 mi | 194 | $16,900 |
| 50,000 - 100,000 mi | 346 | $13,950 |
| 100,000 - 150,000 mi | 169 | $10,471 |
| Over 150,000 mi | 30 | $6,995 |
Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) prices have increased 4.7% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $14,995 across 60 sales, up from $14,319 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) prices are up 7.1% ($14,995 vs. $14,000 a year ago).
| Quarter | Sales | Median Price | Average Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-Q4 | 12 | $18,000 | $16,883 |
| 2025-Q1 | 20 | $15,250 | $14,726 |
| 2025-Q2 | 20 | $13,750 | $15,150 |
| 2025-Q3 | 32 | $14,000 | $15,314 |
| 2025-Q4 | 33 | $16,550 | $16,080 |
| 2026-Q1 | 33 | $14,000 | $14,666 |
| 2026-Q2 | 36 | $14,319 | $15,068 |
| 2026-Q3 | 60 | $14,995 | $15,586 |
The 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) offers the best value with a median price of $11,080 across 141 listings. The most expensive model year is 2014 at a median of $16,989.
| Year | Listings | Median Price | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 141 | $11,080 | $2,999 | $17,390 |
| 2007 | 110 | $12,925 | $6,199 | $31,000 |
| 2008 | 131 | $13,803 | $4,700 | $19,799 |
| 2009 | 38 | $13,680 | $8,900 | $19,999 |
| 2010 | 48 | $13,995 | $2,600 | $20,919 |
| 2011 | 47 | $13,800 | $9,499 | $24,995 |
| 2012 | 80 | $16,978 | $9,460 | $27,500 |
| 2013 | 50 | $15,720 | $6,970 | $22,999 |
| 2014 | 89 | $16,989 | $9,500 | $22,998 |
| 2015 | 59 | $16,900 | $11,290 | $22,488 |
Most price guides assume value falls linearly with mileage. It doesn't. CarSearch.Pro learns the actual price-vs-mileage curve for the Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) from confirmed sales, referenced to a typical example at about 41,200 miles:
| Odometer (approx.) | Value Multiplier | Implied Value |
|---|---|---|
| 930 mi | 1.75x | $24,710 |
| 4,816 mi | 1.33x | $18,725 |
| 11,025 mi | 1.34x | $18,840 |
| 21,827 mi | 1.25x | $17,631 |
| 39,772 mi | 1.02x | $14,350 |
| 62,822 mi | 0.94x | $13,233 |
| 99,647 mi | 0.73x | $10,320 |
| 129,307 mi | 0.73x | $10,356 |
| 300,000 mi | 0.57x | $7,985 |
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 930 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.75x the reference value. At the other end, 300,000-mile examples trade at about 0.57x. Implied values here are anchored to this market's True Value.
| Horizon | Direction | Probability | Regime | Past Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months | ↓ DOWN | 52% | volatile | 67% over 46 tests |
| 12 months | ↓ DOWN | 52% | volatile | 38% over 40 tests |
| 24 months | ↓ DOWN | 51% | volatile | 43% over 28 tests |
These are probabilistic direction calls, not price targets. The "Past Accuracy" column is this model's real walk-forward record on the Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) — every month we re-run the forecast as if we only knew what was knowable then, and grade it against what actually happened. We publish the hit rate either way. Full methodology & track record →
The highest concentration of Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) listings is in CA with 79 active listings, followed by TX (64), FL (50), VA (44), IL (42).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in GA at $8,995, while TN has the highest at $15,800. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $6,805.
| State | Listings | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 79 | $14,100 |
| TX | 64 | $12,999 |
| FL | 50 | $12,900 |
| VA | 44 | $11,499 |
| IL | 42 | $15,393 |
| OH | 38 | $14,285 |
| TN | 37 | $15,800 |
| WA | 35 | $12,191 |
| NC | 30 | $12,995 |
| PA | 27 | $14,369 |
Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) listings spend an average of 60 days on market. This is a slower market. Buyers have negotiating leverage, especially on listings that have been active for 60+ days. Sellers should consider competitive pricing from the start.
The median time on market is 35 days. The lower median suggests most cars sell relatively quickly, while a smaller number of overpriced listings drag up the average.
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Data sourced from 11 marketplaces including eBay Motors, Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, AutoTrader, CarGurus, Cars.com, Facebook Marketplace, Classic.com, and Hagerty Marketplace. Updated daily by CarSearch.Pro's automated pipeline. Browse all 793 active Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) listings. Read the latest Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) market analysis.