The Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition went fast.
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Mazda has sold all of the 1,000 Launch Editions of the 2017 MX-5 Miata RF hardtop convertible. Torque News alerted our readers to the pre-order deadlines, and one of our readers was kind enough to follow up with a comment that they were able to secure one. Another reader was waitlisted.
Mazda originally opened up the 2017 MX-5 Miata RF to a select group of loyal Mazda Miata owners. This writer, the former owner of an NC 2007 Grand Touring Miata, was not included in that select group of Miata fans. The rumor is that to be included one must have had multiple Miatas and still be a current owner.
That allocation of about 500 Launch Edition cars sold out in about a week. Mazda then opened up the Launch Edition pre-ordering process to the general public. The remaining 500 cars sold out in 13 hours. This may seem like a very fast sale, and it is, but the 2016 ND Miata Launch Edition sold out even faster last year.
Those who wanted a Launch Edition will be happy to hear that the Grand Touring and Club trims of the MX-5 Miata RF are now planned for production in early 2017. These new models will differ in their construction from the soft-top Miata by having a 4.6-inch full-color TFT gauge standard and the availability of Machine Gray Metallic paint in substitution of Meteor Gray Mica that is available on the soft top.
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I was offered the Miata rf
I was offered the Miata rf and within 15 minutes of the email notification I ordered it. Like to think I was in the top 10.
Can't wait for this baby to arrive. It will be a collectible for sure!!
Rich
Wellington , Florida
Awesome! We hope you will
Awesome! We hope you will contact us after your car arrives and tell us more about it. Thanks very much for commenting.
Hi guys,
Hi guys,
My Miata rf arrived a few days ago and it's amazing! I feel like I'm part of the road with every turn. The interior is very comfortable and I can't stop people from asking me questions.
Just thought you would like to know everything they said was true about how great this car is
Best
Rich
I was waitlisted. Know anyone
I was waitlisted. Know anyone who ordered but might change their mind?
Actually I do know someone.
Actually I do know someone. My uncle has owned multiple Miata's and currently owns a mint condition 2006 that I couldn't get him to sell me. When this RF model came out he was nice enough to pre-order for me so I could buy it. I tried to do it last year with a 2016 models but I didn't make the cut; so I wasn't taking any chances this year. And I'm so happy it worked out the way it did.
Anyways, I was able to make the cut for the open to the public. He has not canceled his yet and is debating to go ahead and buy another one
I'm sure someone will! Don't
I'm sure someone will! Don't worry, not everyone who pre-ordered will actually buy.
Same here! I love the MX-5 I
Same here! I love the MX-5 I currently drive, but this one is more special. I can't wait! I ordered mine the second the pre-order was open at 9 am on 9/26. I guess we were lucky. My dealer told me that lots of people wanted one but were unable to order it in time.
I was in second group and
I was in second group and happened to be checking mail when I was invited to pre purchase. Jumped on it in less than a minute. Geeked and can't wait to get my car!!
Hey Brian,
Hey Brian,
Congrats! I wonder if you beat me! I asked Mazda if they could tell me which number I was.
Hi Rich. I actually had my
Hi Rich. I actually had my credit card out to make an Amazon purchase when the email came to me. I was armed and dangerous!!!!
Hey Brian,
Hey Brian,
Congrats! I wonder if you beat me! I asked Mazda if they could tell me which number I was.
Will do the same and let you
Will do the same and let you know. I am a former MGB, Austin Henley, Triumph owner who learned how to fix and repair because I had to. Selling my 2012 Infiniti G37 Journey with 330 HP prior to my new baby showing up and can't wait!!!
Well, two days before
Well, two days before Christmas the Sales Manager from Tom Bush Miata here in JAX called, I had driven up to meet Brett Sanders back in October to introduce myself and to alert him that my MX-5 RF was coming in. Brett is a great guy and he informed me that two of the limited editions were coming to the dealership. One was for me but one of the first was coming in was reserved for a customer who had owned 4 or so Miatas in the past.
Anyway, that buyer was going through some changes and did not know if he could take the RF coming in and was given 24 hours to commit further. At the end of the day, we switched cars as he thought that his situation would be more clear by Feb or so. I drove up to Tom Bush on 12/23 and paid cash for the car.
From the moment I left with my car, with my son in law in tow, I knew I had something very special.
This is my 61 Bugeye, my 63 Sprite, my 57 MGA, my 71 TR6, my 74 MGB, my 58 MGA, and my 68 MGB but much better. It is responsive.........it is cool. I have operated the folding hardtop for at least 6 Miata owners who were in awe and for another 3-4 interested parties.
I have 190 miles on this car and just love it. All of you will feel the same and I hope that the party to who this was originally spoked for will be able to take possession of mine.
Vroom, Vroom
Hi Andrew,
Hi Andrew,
I don't think anyone would have that info except Mazda; I certainty don't. I can't imagine that all 1000 buyers are going to come follow up. I would contact Mazda directly and let them know you want to be notified if people drop out. Will keep you advised.
Good Luck
Rich
Thanks for the encouraging
Thanks for the encouraging words Rich. I have my eyes and ears open for the chance at this car.
All of us who were lucky
All of us who were lucky enough to get the Miata launch edition will be getting a serialized tourneau watch . Does anyone have an idea what it's worth?
I'm in sunny California if
I'm in sunny California if anyone has nearby updates about how I can score one of the 1000! Thanks!
Drove my RF home at the
Drove my RF home at the beginning of a snow storm 12/31. Looking forward to driving my "baby" once the ice melts....
I just got a call from
I just got a call from Corporate today that I'm off the wait list and am now available to get a launch edition. Whew Whoo!! I'm 5 months pregnant so hoping to get it in time to enjoy it before the baby comes or I get too big to drive it :D I'm so excited esp since I didn't think the launch editions were going to be ready until March!! I had a 2008 grand touring which I sold...one of the few regrets in my life
Anyone have any surprises, good or bad since you've received yours??
I have an Launch Edition
I have an Launch Edition (manual of course) coming to Philly that I'm 99% sure I won't be able to take. Anyone still interested let me know I'll try to get you in before I cancel the order.
I look forward to going to
I look forward to going to work because it means I get to drive my RF! The handling is tight and fun. My watch is number "777": my favorite number is 7.
Terrific Cathleen!
Terrific Cathleen!
I put my watch in a safe place because it' adds value to the whole car. We now have collector car and it should be kept for a very long time!!!
Best
Rich