OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata...
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OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata...
12/05/02 Mazda Fuel (internal publication) vol.1 issue 2 page 4.
"Designed to appeal to club racing enthusiasts, the new sport suspension package includes Mazda'a 1.8 liter I-4 DOHC VVT engine with 5 speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, Bilstein shocks, 16 inch wheels and cloth seats. Standard is the detachable hardtop, and available exterior colors will be Classic Red or Pure White.
What you won't find on this track-ready roadster are racing non-essentials, such as power steering, an audio system, power antenna, air conditioning, and a wind deflector."
M.S.R.P. is $20,480 and only 25 copies will be made in each color for the '03 model year.
Props to Mazda for not forgeting about the enthusiasts!
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"Designed to appeal to club racing enthusiasts, the new sport suspension package includes Mazda'a 1.8 liter I-4 DOHC VVT engine with 5 speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, Bilstein shocks, 16 inch wheels and cloth seats. Standard is the detachable hardtop, and available exterior colors will be Classic Red or Pure White.
What you won't find on this track-ready roadster are racing non-essentials, such as power steering, an audio system, power antenna, air conditioning, and a wind deflector."
M.S.R.P. is $20,480 and only 25 copies will be made in each color for the '03 model year.
Props to Mazda for not forgeting about the enthusiasts!"R" Miata
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (Bbasso)
Man thats sounds a little lame..........want me to tell you why??
In Australia Mazda Australia sells from the factory brand new what hey call the mazda MX5 SP which is a Miata with a factory fitted turbo kit and they are frighteningly fast with factory warranty etc.................
In Australia Mazda Australia sells from the factory brand new what hey call the mazda MX5 SP which is a Miata with a factory fitted turbo kit and they are frighteningly fast with factory warranty etc.................
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (vtecvoodoo)
They had no choice, it didn`t sell and was a service nightmare. The last year they only sold a handful of TT`s.
to discontinuing the RX7
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (H-PIMP)
25 copies? Geez.
It'll be easier to get a base Miata with the Suspension Package.
But still, a big for Mazda for bringing out cars for enthusiasts. Someone go tell Honda to start doing the same.
It'll be easier to get a base Miata with the Suspension Package.
But still, a big
for Mazda for bringing out cars for enthusiasts. Someone go tell Honda to start doing the same.
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (BDiddy)
I just wanted to see if you would say "so?" again
Also, Honda can afford to lose a few bucks, Mazda couldn`t at that point in time and still can`t.
Ryan
Also, Honda can afford to lose a few bucks, Mazda couldn`t at that point in time and still can`t.
Ryan
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (vtecvoodoo)
I just wanted to see if you would say "so?" again
Also, Honda can afford to lose a few bucks, Mazda couldn`t at that point in time and still can`t.
Ryan
Also, Honda can afford to lose a few bucks, Mazda couldn`t at that point in time and still can`t.
Ryan
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (BDiddy)
I'm going to take a wild shot at this but ...
I believe the Supra, Skyline R34, Silvia and RX7 hit the big car graveyard in the sky because ...
Emissions?
I believe the Supra, Skyline R34, Silvia and RX7 hit the big car graveyard in the sky because ...
Emissions?
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (BDiddy)
I`m on your team. That was about the time all the jap sports cars got that ax. It`s nice to see some decent stuff coming over again
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (BDiddy)
Quit whining and go buy one!
There are plenty around, still only on their second or third motor.
My friend will be putting his third motor in shortly (second kid on the way and he doesn't mind adding antifreeze).
There are plenty around, still only on their second or third motor.
My friend will be putting his third motor in shortly (second kid on the way and he doesn't mind adding antifreeze).
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (H-PIMP)
Actually, it's not a "R" version Miata, but rather a "Club Sport" version.
http://www.miataownersclub.com/news_...asp?news_id=30
http://www.miataownersclub.com/news_...asp?news_id=30
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (Zygspeed)
Quit whining and go buy one!
There are plenty around, still only on their second or third motor.
My friend will be putting his third motor in shortly (second kid on the way and he doesn't mind adding antifreeze).
There are plenty around, still only on their second or third motor.
My friend will be putting his third motor in shortly (second kid on the way and he doesn't mind adding antifreeze).
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (BDiddy)
Cant. Spirit Type R RX7 is the last RX7 to ever roll off the line in Japan. Limited edition.
There were only 50 Zanadri NSX's.
One of these days I may be able to track one of those down as well.
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Re: OT: Mazda USA to release "R" version of Miata... (H-PIMP)
12/05/02 Mazda Fuel (internal publication) vol.1 issue 2 page 4.
"Designed to appeal to club racing enthusiasts, the new sport suspension package includes Mazda'a 1.8 liter I-4 DOHC VVT engine with 5 speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, Bilstein shocks, 16 inch wheels and cloth seats. Standard is the detachable hardtop, and available exterior colors will be Classic Red or Pure White.
What you won't find on this track-ready roadster are racing non-essentials, such as power steering, an audio system, power antenna, air conditioning, and a wind deflector."
M.S.R.P. is $20,480 and only 25 copies will be made in each color for the '03 model year.
Props to Mazda for not forgeting about the enthusiasts!
"R" Miata
Mazdaspeed Protege
upcoming RX8
"Designed to appeal to club racing enthusiasts, the new sport suspension package includes Mazda'a 1.8 liter I-4 DOHC VVT engine with 5 speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, Bilstein shocks, 16 inch wheels and cloth seats. Standard is the detachable hardtop, and available exterior colors will be Classic Red or Pure White.
What you won't find on this track-ready roadster are racing non-essentials, such as power steering, an audio system, power antenna, air conditioning, and a wind deflector."
M.S.R.P. is $20,480 and only 25 copies will be made in each color for the '03 model year.
Props to Mazda for not forgeting about the enthusiasts!"R" Miata
Mazdaspeed Protege
upcoming RX8
Man it sound Nice.. i want one
[Modified by itr1244, 11:48 PM 12/5/2002]