Mazda Eunos Roadster NA6CE / NA8C
Import a Mazda Eunos Roadster (NA6CE / NA8C) from Japan, found at auction, scanned before it ships, and delivered with a report anyone can verify.
- Built in Japan
- 1989–1997
- Engine
- B6-ZE 1.6 L or BP-ZE 1.8 L four, rear-wheel drive
About the NA6CE / NA8C
Eunos Roadster sales began in Japan on 1 September 1989, after orders opened in August (ja.wikipedia). The Eunos name came from the new dealer channel that sold it. Carsensor lists the generation's production as September 1989 to December 1997. Japanese Wikipedia says production ended in December 1997 and sales in January 1998, when the NB arrived as the Mazda Roadster.
The launch B6-ZE 1.6 L made 120 PS. In July 1993 the 130 PS BP-ZE 1.8 L replaced it and the code changed from NA6CE to NA8C (ja.wikipedia). Japan had many limited editions, such as the 1,000-car R Limited (Feb 1995) and the 700-car SR Limited (Aug 1997).
Mazda built the Roadster around the idea of “jinba ittai”, horse and rider as one. Japanese Wikipedia credits it with reviving a lightweight sports car market many thought was dying, and says MG, Toyota and Honda followed. The first generation reached 431,506 cars across all markets. On 13 July 2000 Guinness recognised the Roadster as the most-produced two-seat open sports car, at 531,890 cars, a record Mazda has since extended.
- Power (1.6)
- 120 PS at 6,500 rpm
- Torque (1.6)
- 14.0 kgm at 5,500 rpm
- Power (1.8, 1993–97)
- 130 PS at 6,500 rpm
- Weight
- 940–960 kg (1.6 manual)
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Built
- 431,506 (all markets)
Can an NA6CE / NA8C come in?
Both countries count from the month on the build plate, so a car can become eligible part-way through a year. We check the plate on every car.
Quebec registers right-hand-drive cars only at 25 years. Every other province follows the federal 15-year rule.
US sourcing is planned for 2027, once a customs broker confirms the duty rate on Japanese classics. Enquiries are welcome now.
Which cars roll in next? See the 2027 US calendar and the 2027 Canada calendar.
What to look at on an NA6CE / NA8C
The model-specific weak points we look for in the auction sheet, the photos and the scan.
Sills and rear arches
Rust in the rear sills and rear wheel arches is the main problem. Also check floors, jacking points and the front chassis rails.
Hood drain tubes
Blocked hood drains rot the sills from inside. Wet carpets or a musty cabin are warning signs.
Soft top
Check the zip-out plastic rear screen for cracks, the vinyl for wear, and the hood for leaks.
Rocker cover oil leak
Oil at the back of the rocker cover usually comes from the cam position sensor seal, which is easy to replace.
Limited-slip differential
Some Japan-market cars have a viscous LSD. Jack up the car and turn a rear wheel to check it still works.
What we check on every NA6CE / NA8C
The auction sheet, in full
Every line of the original Japanese sheet translated: repair marks, rust notes, interior score.
The build plate
The month of manufacture decides eligibility, so we read it off the car, not the registration.
Mileage against the records
Dash and ECU against the auction sheet and Japan's inspection history.
Flood and accident history
Checked before export, while a claim is still possible.
A full diagnostic scan
Every module read inside the auction's 5-day claim window, so a hidden fault goes back to the seller.
Underneath
Chassis rails, floors and suspension, where snow-country salt does its damage.
What landing one costs: see the worked examples; an enquiry gets you the figure for this car. New to auction sheets? Read how to read one.
What an NA6CE / NA8C costs
Published figures with their source and date. Prices move with condition, mileage and grade; an enquiry gets auction results for the car you want.
| What | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Japan used-car average asking price, whole Sep 1989–Dec 1997 generation Carsensor, Oct 2026 | about ¥2.10 million | Carsensor , Oct 2026 |
| Eunos Roadster listings, average asking price (32 listings) Kurumaerabi, Oct 2026 | about ¥2.25 million | Kurumaerabi , Oct 2026 |
| 1994 M2 1028 (300-car limited edition), 53,000 km Kurumaerabi, Oct 2026 | ¥3.98 million vehicle price (¥4.273 million total) | Kurumaerabi , Oct 2026 |
| 1993 1.8 V Special Type II, five-speed, 136,000 km Kurumaerabi, Oct 2026 | ¥1.99 million vehicle price (¥2.14 million total) | Kurumaerabi , Oct 2026 |
Figures as published by each source; not offers from us. Landed cost in Canada adds shipping, duty, GST/HST and provincial fees.
NA6CE / NA8C buyer questions
Is every Eunos Roadster eligible?
Yes. Production ran from September 1989 to December 1997, so as of October 2026 every car is past both Canada’s 15-year rule and the US 25-year rule.
1.6 or 1.8?
The 1.6 L B6-ZE (NA6CE) makes 120 PS and weighs 940–960 kg with the manual. From July 1993 the 1.8 L BP-ZE (NA8C) makes 130 PS with more torque and weighs 980–1,000 kg. Japan’s limited editions, such as the R Limited, carry a premium.
Are parts easy to find in North America?
The Eunos Roadster is the Japanese version of the Mazda MX-5 Miata, which was sold new in North America, so most mechanical parts are shared. Japan-only trim and limited-edition parts may need sourcing from Japan. The car is right-hand drive.
Want an NA6CE / NA8C?
Tell us the grade, colour and budget. We reply with eligibility for your province or state and what these are fetching in Japan now, and contact you when sourcing opens.