Mazda Miata: VIN numbers - Miata/Eunos

Hi,

I understand that the Miata VIN numbers are not quite the same as the Eunos
Roadster VIN numbers?

I am looking for a new engine as my Eunos Roadster has the infamous
short-nose crank problem, but am getting confused about the VIN numbers.
Miata.net informs me that I need VIN numbers of 209447 or above to be safe,
yet most Eunos Roadster VIN numbers seem to start with 127*** .

Can anyone shed any light? What is the vital breakpoint of the Eunos
Roadster cars?

Many thanks!

Thanks Mike


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