An invaluable book for anyone who is either an MX-5/Miata owner already, or plans to become one and needs to know precisely what is available among the many model variants. Liberally illustrated, this volume discusses and explains design and development; model features; accessories and equipment; production and sales history; technical specs, limited edition models and more.
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Nostalgia to the Future,
By Pete Wright (Deltaville, VA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Mazda MX-5 and Miata, 1989-1999 (MRP Autoguide) (Paperback)
Three weeks ago I purchased a new Miata, after being away from sports cars for 25 years. (TR3+BMW 2000ti) Oh how I wish I had gotten back into it sooner. It has been so much fun. I purchased the book last week, finished it and loved it. The book told the story of the early British influence, Triumphs, Healeys, etc, on the design, development and marketing of the Miata, brought it thru 1999. The struggles, hopes, fears of the individuals in the company, and the process of internal competition to ferret out the best car with a very high emphasis on handling and suspension. Wow, and the discussion about lack of Miata restoration projects, why, because the oldest ones don't need to be restored, they are still in great condition. And to think, I almost purchased an MR2, now, Maita's forever. The book gave me great background and justification for my exuberance.
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This review is from: Mazda MX-5 and Miata, 1989-1999 (MRP Autoguide) (Paperback)
I read this book when considering the purchase of a sports car, and it sold me on the Miata. I bought the car a week later. Very positive perspective and professional tone kept me riveted. Even though I normally don't enjoy detailed automotive description, Taylor's fine writing covered the ground in an easy and fluid way. His interweaving of the history of the Miata throughout the last decade was superb. Nine chapters include fabulous color photographs depicting international and local production, modifications and how to purchase and own. This book is highly recommended for those who own Miatas and those who desire them. I am happy to report that I am now in the ownership category, and incidentally, my new Miata is twilight blue.
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Today, the Mazda Motor Corporation is considered as one of the leading manufacturers of affordable sports cars, but it was not always so. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
powerassisted steering, stainless steel kickplates, handbrake grip, tan hood, tan leather upholstery, gear knob, grey imports, electric aerial, alloy wheels, brace bar, electric mirrors, manual gearbox, modified cars, hood cover, electric windows, key fob, stiffer springs, rear spoiler Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Eunos Roadster, Brilliant Black, Mazda North America, Chaste White, Sunburst Yellow, Neo Green, Trunk Car, British Racing Green, Brodie Brittain Racing, Popular Equipment Package, Power Plant Frame, Wind Blocker, Leather Package, Masakatsu Kato, Sensory Sound System, Special Type, Technical Research Centre, Tom Matano, Bob Hall, Bridgestone Potenza, Chicago Auto Show, Mazda's Californian, Montego Blue Mica, Shunji Tanaka, Hirotaka Tachibana New!
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