Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It. (Motorbooks Workshop) [Paperback]

Keith Tanner (Author)

Book Description

Series: Motorbooks Workshop | Publication Date: July 15, 2007

With its arrival in the United States in 1990, the Mazda Miata inspired the return of the open roadster. Though other makes and models followed, the Miata remains the convertible sports car of choice for budget-conscious enthusiasts, as popular in autocross and amateur racing circles as it is among pleasure drivers.

This book shows readers how to make the most of any Miata: what to look for in a used model and how to perform common maintenance and repairs, as well as over 15 projects to improve performance and appearance. Focusing on the engine, wheels and tires, suspension, body kits, interior, and more, the projects include full details on required parts, cost, time, tools, and skill necessary for completion. With easy-to-follow directions and clear illustrations, this handy guide is a virtual road map for taking the Miata the full distance.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car, January 2008

“Anyone who owns or is contemplating buying a Miata would do himself a service by picking up this book.”

Book Description

This book shows readers how to make the most of any Miata out there: what to look for in a used model and how to perform common maintenance and repairs, as well as over 15 projects to improve performance and appearance. Focusing on the engine, wheels and tires, suspension, body kits, interior, and more, the projects include full details on required parts, cost, time, tools, and skill necessary for completion. With easy-to-follow directions and clear illustrations, this handy guide is a virtual road map for taking the Miata the full distance.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks; 1st edition (July 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760327920
• ISBN-13: 978-0760327920
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #366,037 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It., July 24, 2007

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ok2driveMX5 (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It. (Motorbooks Workshop) (Paperback)

If you're a Miata-phile you'll buy this book anyway. It's well put together (minus 1 or two editing/layout misttakes) Excellent large format photographs. Mr. Tanner does and excellent job of detailing the significance and diffences between the various years and editions of the World's best sellig sports car, The Miata. If you're looking to purchase a used Miata 1989-2002 this is a great resource. Mr. Tanner tells you what models are most sought after and what problems and Miatas to stay away from.
The one thing I was looking forward to in this book was more projects. While there are some maintenance and repair projects detailed in this book don't expect the details and projects from Mr. Tanner's last publication "Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects". To be fair, there was no reason for Mr. Tanner to rehash projects from his last publication. This new publication is much more about the spirit and fun of a Miata, it's full of humorous and interesting anectdotes from Miatphiles around the World.

Makes an excellent companion for Mr. Tanner's "Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects" and the perfect addition to your Miata canon.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for an NA & NB Miata owner, July 20, 2007

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Brian Lopez (Bayonne, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It. (Motorbooks Workshop) (Paperback)

The author, Keith Tanner, is a legitimate Miata expert. This book contains Miata history, buying tips, maintenance advise, and upgrades. It does not cover the NC (2006+) Miata.
The book is well written and easy to read and understand. A must have for the Miata owner.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kieth Tanner's New Book: Find, Fix, & Trick It, MX-5 Miata, August 5, 2007

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Gerald S. Fachet "Jerry Fachette" (Fayetteville, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It. (Motorbooks Workshop) (Paperback)

Mr. Tanner has excellent writing skills as well as mechanical knowledge. His new book is well written, easy to read and understand, and goes beyond the "How to Books" into an interesting, well illustrated, and comprehensive narrative that gives the reader confidence to perform do-it-yourself (DIY) repaires. His use of illustrations to simplify difficult subject matter is second to no one. The name "Keith Tanner" is synonymous with Mazda, MX-5 Miada modifications and improvements. His latest book is a "must read" for all Mazda Miata Enthusiasts.