It could be the clutch safety switch. Does the engine crank and not start, or is it not cranking. If it cranks, then no, it could not be the clutch. If it won't crank then you can climb under the dash and look for the switch that closes when the clutch is pushed all the way to the floor (big white plastic switch). This switch has two large wires going into it. You can unplug the switch and jump the two female connectors in the wiring harness that led to the switch. A large paper clip works, but don't let it touch anything metal while you're cranking the engine. If the engine now cranks and starts normally, the switch is bad and needs to be replaced. Hope this helps.
According to the Mazda website the starting price for a Mazda Miata MX5 is $22, 960. That is for the Sport model and the price goes up as high as 28,400 for the PRHT Grand Touring model. You may find dealerships that will start it out a lower price or the dealerships in your area could have a higher starting point.
Miata's tend to tick a little.You can try 5-30 oil at your next oil change but it's unusual for a Miata not to tick a little at start up.
The places to purchase Mazda Miata parts are many and varied. The best place to start would be Go Miata. Failing that a good option would be Auto Trader or the auto section of eBay.
I just had this problem with my son's 1996 Miata this past weekend. After checking the battery to make sure it had a full charge I tried to start it again. Finally, in frustration, I jammed the clutch pedal nearly to the floor, and the engine turned over. All this time I hadn't pushed to clutch pedal in enough to let the car start. This could be your problem too. It's a start, anyway.
There is a switch that determines the clutch is pushed in before starting the car. This is a safety feature so that you do not accidentally start the car in gear, which will cause it to lurch forward and possibly injure the passengers or those around the car. This can be overridden by finding the clutch switch and permanently locking it down, or by cutting the switch out and soldering the wires permanently so they are in circuit.
Just push it a few feet with the ignition switch turned on and pop the clutch.
Sounds like ignition switch could be bad, the lock cylinder or the switch itself. Good Luck!!!
this sounds fishy .... Did you screw that motor up ?
buy a Toyota
There is a switch on the clutch pedal that keeps you from starting the car in gear and killing someone. You should use your clutch anyways. Saves wear and tear on the starter and battery
could be fuel starvation
fuel pump could have gone bad , does it have fuel in the tank ?