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A used dashboard that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
Also known as: dash.
Both years fall within the NB (Mk2) generation, which ran from 1998 to 2005, so there is a reasonable chance of compatibility. However, there was a facelift in 2001 that altered some interior trim details, so you should confirm with the breaker whether the specific unit matches your pre- or post-facelift build. Never assume fitment without checking against your registration.
No — the NA (Mk1) ran from 1989 to 1997 and the NB (Mk2) ran from 1998 to 2005, and these are entirely different generations with different body shells and interior structures. A dashboard from one generation will not fit the other. Always source a dashboard from the correct generation for your car.
No — the engine variant does not affect dashboard fitment on the MX-5. The dashboard is determined by generation and trim level, not whether your car has a 1.6 or 1.8 engine. Focus your search on matching the generation and trim instead.
The NC generation ran from 2005 to 2015 and received a facelift around 2008, so you need to confirm whether the donor car is from the same pre- or post-facelift phase as yours. Within the same facelift phase the dashboard is generally likely to be compatible, but you should confirm this with the breaker against your registration before purchasing. Do not assume all NC dashboards are interchangeable across the full generation span.
Trim level can affect interior finish and detail — for instance, higher trims such as Sport or Icon may have different instrument binnacle surrounds, stitching colours, or integrated features compared to base trims. The core dashboard structure is matched by generation, but cosmetic differences mean a donor car's dash may look slightly different to your original. Ask the breaker to confirm the trim of the donor vehicle so you can decide whether any differences are acceptable to you.
Yes — if your dashboard incorporates an airbag housing or the car has a passenger airbag mounted within the dashboard, this is a safety-critical component. Airbags are single-use after deployment, so you must confirm with the breaker that any airbag present has never been deployed and that the module is compatible with your specific SRS system. Professional fitting is strongly recommended for any dashboard that includes airbag components, and you should confirm airbag and pretensioner compatibility against your registration with the breaker rather than assuming it.