2006 Miata - Sketch
03-04-2003, 01:44 PM
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2006 Miata - Sketch
http://www.motortrend.com/future/spi...2_news_sketch/
Mazda's sports-car revival, beginning with this year's RX-8 and the possible return of the RX-7, culminates with a new Miata expected in 2006. While the two-seat sportster will be only slightly larger than the current model, there's speculation the Miata will share its platform with the RX-8. More likely, the connection will be limited to some component sharing.
One unusual feature of the '06 Miata is the convertible roof, which, we're told, is a manually raised and lowered metal top. Whereas the old BMW Z3 often was criticized for being an overpriced Miata, the new Z4 distances itself from the affordable Japanese alternative. However, Mazda also is rumored to be considering a new lightweight V-6 as an option for the Miata (also known as the MX-5 and Eunos in other markets). A V-6 could keep it within striking distance of the Bimmer's performance.
The front end of the new Miata retains the current car's flavor, while it's growing in size slightly to accommodate taller drivers. The car's tail will sport a connection to the new RX-8.
One unusual feature of the '06 Miata is the convertible roof, which, we're told, is a manually raised and lowered metal top. Whereas the old BMW Z3 often was criticized for being an overpriced Miata, the new Z4 distances itself from the affordable Japanese alternative. However, Mazda also is rumored to be considering a new lightweight V-6 as an option for the Miata (also known as the MX-5 and Eunos in other markets). A V-6 could keep it within striking distance of the Bimmer's performance.
The front end of the new Miata retains the current car's flavor, while it's growing in size slightly to accommodate taller drivers. The car's tail will sport a connection to the new RX-8.
03-05-2003, 09:42 AM
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Miata's really have gotten lame over the years. I would love to own an early one though, considering a lotus elan is a little out of my price range. They just keep getting more and more upmarket instead of the original idea which was a bare bones back to basics sports car. They want like 26K or more for these things that can't even get out of they're own way. Dodge has the right idea w/ the razor (except the scooter part) stripped out FR turbo around 16K...sign me up
03-08-2003, 11:48 PM
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I can see how Miata has gone down.
First generation Miata--- it was completely side project and it was for fun. Small project.
2nd generation and after--- Mazda was surprised how well Miata went and they actually started to count on Miata to make money. Marketing guys and higher manager got involved and the whole project got a lot bigger than the original.
For these kind of cars, less people involved usually end up in producing better product.
First generation Miata--- it was completely side project and it was for fun. Small project.
2nd generation and after--- Mazda was surprised how well Miata went and they actually started to count on Miata to make money. Marketing guys and higher manager got involved and the whole project got a lot bigger than the original.
For these kind of cars, less people involved usually end up in producing better product.
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