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The Mazda Miata, inspired by the British Lotus Elan, is a modern reinterpretation of the classic small, lightweight sports car, emphasizing simplicity and driving enjoyment, a design philosophy rooted in British sports car tradition and the 'less is more' approach.
The 2020 Mazda Miata has retained about 64% of its value after five years, with depreciation rates varying by trim, and it compares favorably to similar sports cars like the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ in terms of value retention.
Despite a shrinking sports car market, automakers continue to produce fun, affordable models like the Mazda MX-5 Miata and Ford Mustang, offering enthusiasts a chance to enjoy driving without breaking the bank, though overall sales are declining due to practicality and market shifts towards electric vehicles.
Gabrielle Union shared that her first big paycheck led her to buy a Mazda Miata, which she later found to be a poor financial decision due to depreciation and uncomfortable leather seats, highlighting her humorous reflection on her early financial choices. She also discussed her and Dwyane Wade's balanced financial approach and prenuptial agreement, emphasizing her independence.
Car designer Adrian explores the importance of small design details in car design, focusing on the unnecessary crease in the body side of the Mazda MX-5 Miata. He explains the concept of surfacing and feature lines, criticizing the crease for creating an unnecessary corner and speculating on its origins. Adrian removes the offending line, demonstrating the impact of minor design changes, and plans to continue his "Altered By Adrian" series to highlight the nuances of car design.
The article explores the hypothetical scenario of a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Cup car competing in the 1959 Indianapolis 500. Through calculations based on the car's capabilities and historical race data, it is determined that the MX-5 Cup car could have qualified for pole position in 1955 and potentially won the race in 1959, showcasing the advancements in modern road car performance compared to racing specials of the past.
A 1990 Mazda Miata drag racer is up for sale on Facebook Marketplace, featuring a massive dragster scoop, wheelie bar, and Hoosier drag radials. The car is being sold as a roller for $22,000, or as a complete running car for $39,000. It comes with an 855-horsepower Kaiser racing engine, Chromoly roll cage, custom-fabricated rear end, carbon fiber driveshaft, Hoosier slicks, wheelie bar, and a parachute. The build quality appears to be great, making this pint-sized Miata drag racer an absolute blast for enthusiasts.
When it comes to combining fun, efficiency, and practicality, the answer is always the Golf GTI, even though the Mazda Miata is rear-wheel drive. The GTI boasts turbocharged punch, satisfying handling, and cabin space, making it perhaps the most practical fun car on the market today. On the other hand, the Miata provides a friendly, rear-wheel drive sports car that is easy to drive every day. While the GTI is a do-it-all option, the Miata is a perfectly functional, efficient, and fun way to get around every day.