Classic & Sportscar, March 2000
Mazda was solely responsible for rejuvenating the sports car market with its petite MX-5 and this paperback charts the complete story of this popular roadster from early genesis in the firm's California styling studio to the latest , second- generation models...
Product Description
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.
From the Publisher
MRP Autoguides are highly illustrated and informative books featuring high-performance and special-interest cars of the recent past and are aimed at potential buyers as well as existing owners and enthusiasts.
From the Author
It took a Japanese manufacturer to rediscover the art of sports car manufacture for the masses, and in researching this book it became clear to me that the secret of their success was their ability to combine advanced technology with classic simplicity.
Excerpted from Mazda MX-5 and Miata, 1989-1999 by James Taylor. Copyright © 1999. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved
From Chapter 9: Sports cars like the MX-5 appeal to the heart rather than to the head, and it is all too easy to get smitten by the idea of having one, and then to go out and buy the first one you see. Don't!
