The compact roadster that redefined open-top motoring for a generation. The 1989 Mazda MX5 brought Japanese build quality and reliability to the affordable compact roadster.
Set a design and function brief to be a MGB for the 1990s, the Miata shares the classic long-bonnet proportions and compact footprint into the aero-80s and 90s. Initially offered with a 1.6 litre 4-cylinder engine, offereing 86 kW, the performance was brisk rather than electrifying. The handling, on the other hand was nothing short of sensational. The MX5 had a Lotus style backbone chassis cnecting the powertrain to the rear axle underneath the neat open-topped monocoque body. Coupled to a near perfect weight distribution, short wheelbase and light (980 kg kerb) weight the car loved corners.
The car was followed in 1998 by the second generation (NB) model sharing the same fundamental structure and philosophy, though by this time the engine had been enlarged to 1.8 litres and 104 kW.
An MX5 of any generation is an excellent way to have fun in the sun.
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The compact roadster that redefined open-top motoring for a generation. The 1989 Mazda MX5 brought Japanese build quality and reliability to the affordable compact roadster.
Set a design and function brief to be a MGB for the 1990s, the Miata shares the classic long-bonnet proportions and compact footprint into the aero-80s and 90s. Initially offered with a 1.6 litre 4-cylinder engine, offereing 86 kW, the performance was brisk rather than electrifying. The handling, on the other hand was nothing short of sensational. The MX5 had a Lotus style backbone chassis cnecting the powertrain to the rear axle underneath the neat open-topped monocoque body. Coupled to a near perfect weight distribution, short wheelbase and light (980 kg kerb) weight the car loved corners.
The car was followed in 1998 by the second generation (NB) model sharing the same fundamental structure and philosophy, though by this time the engine had been enlarged to 1.8 litres and 104 kW.
An MX5 of any generation is an excellent way to have fun in the sun.
Tags: Mazda Miata MX5 roadster convertible car auto moc model miniand LUGNuts lego lego911 Japan 1980s NA sports cad render ldd
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The compact roadster that redefined open-top motoring for a generation. The 1989 Mazda MX5 brought Japanese build quality and reliability to the affordable compact roadster.
Set a design and function brief to be a MGB for the 1990s, the Miata shares the classic long-bonnet proportions and compact footprint into the aero-80s and 90s. Initially offered with a 1.6 litre 4-cylinder engine, offereing 86 kW, the performance was brisk rather than electrifying. The handling, on the other hand was nothing short of sensational. The MX5 had a Lotus style backbone chassis cnecting the powertrain to the rear axle underneath the neat open-topped monocoque body. Coupled to a near perfect weight distribution, short wheelbase and light (980 kg kerb) weight the car loved corners.
The car was followed in 1998 by the second generation (NB) model sharing the same fundamental structure and philosophy, though by this time the engine had been enlarged to 1.8 litres and 104 kW.
An MX5 of any generation is an excellent way to have fun in the sun.
Tags: Mazda Miata MX5 roadster convertible car auto moc model miniand LUGNuts lego lego911 Japan 1980s NA sports cad render ldd
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The compact roadster that redefined open-top motoring for a generation. The 1989 Mazda MX5 brought Japanese build quality and reliability to the affordable compact roadster.
Set a design and function brief to be a MGB for the 1990s, the Miata shares the classic long-bonnet proportions and compact footprint into the aero-80s and 90s. Initially offered with a 1.6 litre 4-cylinder engine, offereing 86 kW, the performance was brisk rather than electrifying. The handling, on the other hand was nothing short of sensational. The MX5 had a Lotus style backbone chassis cnecting the powertrain to the rear axle underneath the neat open-topped monocoque body. Coupled to a near perfect weight distribution, short wheelbase and light (980 kg kerb) weight the car loved corners.
The car was followed in 1998 by the second generation (NB) model sharing the same fundamental structure and philosophy, though by this time the engine had been enlarged to 1.8 litres and 104 kW.
An MX5 of any generation is an excellent way to have fun in the sun.
Tags: Mazda Miata MX5 roadster convertible car auto moc model miniand LUGNuts lego lego911 Japan 1980s NA sports cad render ldd
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The compact roadster that redefined open-top motoring for a generation. The 1989 Mazda MX5 brought Japanese build quality and reliability to the affordable compact roadster.
Set a design and function brief to be a MGB for the 1990s, the Miata shares the classic long-bonnet proportions and compact footprint into the aero-80s and 90s. Initially offered with a 1.6 litre 4-cylinder engine, offereing 86 kW, the performance was brisk rather than electrifying. The handling, on the other hand was nothing short of sensational. The MX5 had a Lotus style backbone chassis cnecting the powertrain to the rear axle underneath the neat open-topped monocoque body. Coupled to a near perfect weight distribution, short wheelbase and light (980 kg kerb) weight the car loved corners.
The car was followed in 1998 by the second generation (NB) model sharing the same fundamental structure and philosophy, though by this time the engine had been enlarged to 1.8 litres and 104 kW.
An MX5 of any generation is an excellent way to have fun in the sun.
Tags: Mazda Miata MX5 roadster convertible car auto moc model miniand LUGNuts lego lego911 Japan 1980s NA sports cad render ldd
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