Good overview. I bought a new Miata (Shinsen) in 2003, and still have it (yikes, 20 years!). I'll be keeping it until I can no longer push on a clutch pedal. ;) When I go for drives with the local British car club, the MG owners prepare by putting extra parts in their trunk, just in case. My "take" list consists of Coppertone, a hat and bottled water.
This video really shows how badly the lower priced convertible has died out. They used to be plentiful. Now, not so much. Is there any other than the Miata? Also, it shows just how right Mazda got the Miata formula, from the beginning. Also, how admirably they have been able to stick to that over the years. Every other manufacturer, would have lengthened the wheelbase, added weight, added options, added weight, etc. Etc. Until eventually they completely evolve (devolve?) it into something esle. Then kill the model entirely and then in a final act of disrespect they resurrect the name as a crossover. Probably an EV.
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I liked the roof design on them. Reminds me of my MX5 RF
I LOVE the s2000, such a gem of a car.
It was!
Good overview. I bought a new Miata (Shinsen) in 2003, and still have it (yikes, 20 years!). I'll be keeping it until I can no longer push on a clutch pedal. ;)
When I go for drives with the local British car club, the MG owners prepare by putting extra parts in their trunk, just in case. My "take" list consists of Coppertone, a hat and bottled water.
Thank you! Yeah...Its kinda amazing what roadster drivers deemed acceptable before the Miata arrived lol. Your 03 is a cool car!
I want a miata now. 😅
This video really shows how badly the lower priced convertible has died out. They used to be plentiful. Now, not so much. Is there any other than the Miata? Also, it shows just how right Mazda got the Miata formula, from the beginning. Also, how admirably they have been able to stick to that over the years. Every other manufacturer, would have lengthened the wheelbase, added weight, added options, added weight, etc. Etc. Until eventually they completely evolve (devolve?) it into something esle. Then kill the model entirely and then in a final act of disrespect they resurrect the name as a crossover. Probably an EV.
Well said!!!