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

by Keith Tanner (Author)
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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.”

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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.

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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 8.1 x 0.5 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #224,866 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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appearance package, sunburst yellow, vivid yellow, lower slider pin, tan vinyl top, underbody bracing, headrest speakers, wood shift knob, powerplant frame, boost controller, reworked suspension, scuff plates, leather seating surfaces, tweeter speakers, carpeted floor mats, aluminum alloy wheels, white gauge, controlled automatic transmission, convenience package, detachable hardtop, tower brace, front air dam, black vinyl top, rear skirt, removable hardtop

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United States, Classic Red, British Racing Green, Brilliant Black, Complementary Project, Performance Gain, Applicable Years, All Tab, Special Edition, Montego Blue Mica, Emerald Mica, Titanium Grey, Packages Base, Sunlight Silver, Tom Howlin, Anniversary Edition, Chaste White, Marina Green Mica, Limited Edition, Mariner Blue, Packages Standard Miata, Laguna Blue, Merlot Mica, North America, Velocity Red Mica

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 2 of 2 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 By  ok2driveMX5 (New Jersey) - See all my reviews 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. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for an NA & NB Miata owner, July 20, 2007 By  Brian Lopez (Bayonne, NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    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. 1 of 1 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 By  Gerald S. Fachet "Jerry Fachette" (Fayetteville, NC USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    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.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Zoom - Zoom BRG 2001 Great book, that does a nice job going over the Miata History, Buying Tips, and then covering some basic maintenance tip and tricks. Read more Published 3 months ago by Flash9 5.0 out of 5 stars Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It. (Motorbooks Workshop) (Purchased on 08/10/2008) by Kieth Tanner Excellent Miata tool for many of the projects that a non-wrench would like to attempt. As a long time owner of a miata it has frustrated me that I don't do more of the basic... Read more Published 9 months ago by Christopher P. Caird 5.0 out of 5 stars MX5 This a great book writen by someone who know his Miata in and out. Keith is a man (a boy)and his life is to share information with miata people. Published 16 months ago by Jean P. Sylvestre 3.0 out of 5 stars Mazda Trick Book review Its a good book but in my opinion not detailed enough for do it yourself repair or maintenance on a Mazda Miata. Karl H. Poehlmann Published 17 months ago by Karl H. Poehlmann 3.0 out of 5 stars Just OK. A little short on data. Best for someone new to Miatas I already knew 80 percent of what Tanner's book covers from hanging around on sports car discussion forums. Read more Published 19 months ago by B. Choate 5.0 out of 5 stars If you are looking for a Miata, buy this book! It goves lots of information on Miatas, the whole culture of ownership, and great basic to intermediate maintenance and upgrade advice. Read more Published 20 months ago by Tom R. Platt 5.0 out of 5 stars Mazda MX-5 Miata, Find it, Fix it, Trick it This book was for a gift for my Son who purchased a Mazda Miata MX-5 Turbo, although he has been having problems with this Miata, this book comes in handy. Published 21 months ago by Julienne R. Sequin Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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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 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #224,866 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 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

By	ok2driveMX5 (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

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.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	Brian Lopez (Bayonne, NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.

1 of 1 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

By	Gerald S. Fachet "Jerry Fachette" (Fayetteville, NC USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.