When the Mazda MX-5 was launched in 1989, sports car enthusiasts gave thanks. Safety regulations had virtually killed off the traditional roadster in the early 1970s, and if you wanted the wind in your hair the choice seemed limited to a four-seater convertible that looked like a baby's buggy. Hopes were pinned on the launch of a new MG - but the MX-5 got there first. The car is a star. Here is the full story, from genesis and model evolution to ownership, with all the possibilities that offers.
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During her 15-year journalistic career Liz Turner has worked for numerous car magazines, including five years on Autocar, and as a road-tester has had considerable experience of the Mx-5. She currently works for What Car? and lives at New Malden, in Surrey.
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This review is from: You & Your Mazda MX-5/Miata Buying, Enjoying, Maintaining, Modifying (Hardcover)
This is an excellent book for any Miata MX-5 enthusiast, well written with plenty of pictures. Of particular interest is the extensive and detailed history of the MX-5 with wonderful photos of prototypes and early designs. As this book was written in the UK, it has a decided UK (actually a worldwide) flavor. Although not a negative, if you're from the U.S., it causes a few double-takes when you first see pictures of right-hand drivers. You'll also quickly get used to the language differences: boot for trunk, tonneau cover for boot, hood for convertible top, and bonnet for hood. Written in 2002, the last year model covered is the 2001. But since very little has changed since then, the book is not seriously lacking in covering the modern versions. Buy this book if you're interested in Miata MX-5 history details: model changes, design, production, worldwide differences. Don't buy if you're interested in performance improvements, racing, repairs, or modifications.
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Too much European Information,
This review is from: You & Your Mazda MX-5/Miata Buying, Enjoying, Maintaining, Modifying (Hardcover)
There is a lot of stuff contained in the book that someone in the US would not have to worry about. I was hoping it would expand on specific problems or issues of certain years or models but that was very limited.
It is a good overview book as it touches upon many aspects just as the title suggests. However it does not dive too deaply into any specific one.
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Great Gift for the Mazda Owner,
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This review is from: You & Your Mazda MX-5/Miata Buying, Enjoying, Maintaining, Modifying (Hardcover)
If one of your friends owns a Miata and you are looking for a gift idea, here is your answer. Fun reading and good tips for keeping the car in great shape.
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