Import a Mazda Roadster / MX-5 (ND) from Japan

A used Mazda Roadster / MX-5 (ND) (2015–2022) sources from Japan's auctions for roughly $10,000–$25,000 FOB (estimate, as of 2026-07-01). AskJapanCars — a licensed, Japan-registered exporter — explains the auction sheet, scores the risk, and estimates the landed cost to your country.

Price & value

$10,000–$25,000 FOB Japan

Estimate · as of 2026-07-01

The Mazda Roadster / MX-5 (ND) is a roadster suited to weekend fun-car buyers. Across the 2015–2022 examples we track it sources from Japan's licensed auctions for roughly $10,000–$25,000 FOB, depending on generation, grade and mileage (estimate, as of 2026-07-01). The table below breaks that range down by generation and condition.

Prices are estimates based on recent auction data. Your licensed dealer confirms exact figures before any bid is placed.

Price by generation and condition

The Roadster / MX-5 (ND) price range above, broken down by version and condition. FOB Japan, estimates as of 2026-07-01.

Version	Years	FOB price (USD)	Typical mileage	Note
Roadster / MX-5 ND early	2015–2017	$10,000–$15,000	60k–130k km	Lightweight sports appeal.
Roadster RF / MX-5 ND later	2019–2022	$20,000–$25,000	20k–80k km	Fun-car appeal.

What to check on the auction sheet

Soft-top condition. Roof/soft-top condition. Always confirm the auction-sheet grade, the inspector’s interior/exterior map, and the service history before any bid is placed. At higher mileage, prioritise timing-belt/chain, suspension and maintenance records.

Specifications

Years: 2015–2022
Segment: Roadster
Body type: convertible
Drive / steering: Right-hand drive (Japan-spec)
Fuel: Petrol
Transmission: Manual or automatic (varies by grade)
Typical condition: Auction grades are typically 3.5–4.5 for clean export examples; mileage commonly runs 20k–130k km across the 2015–2022 range.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a used Mazda Roadster / MX-5 (ND) cost in Japan?

Roughly $10,000–$25,000 FOB at Japanese auction for 2015–2022 examples (estimate, as of 2026-07-01). Generation, auction grade and mileage decide where a car falls in that range. Shipping, insurance, duty and local taxes are added on top.

Does the Roadster / MX-5 (ND) come right-hand drive from Japan?

Japan drives on the left, so Japanese-market examples of the Mazda Roadster / MX-5 (ND) are right-hand drive. Check that your country accepts right-hand-drive imports before you buy. We do not convert steering.

Is the Roadster / MX-5 (ND) available from Japan's auctions?

Usually, yes. Japan's auction houses, of which USS is the largest network, sell tens of thousands of used cars every week, and a licensed member can read each car's auction sheet before bidding. The number of Roadster / MX-5 (ND) cars listed varies from week to week.

Sources

Goo-net Exchange general listings