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Next Mazda MX-5 to maintain driver focus with petrol power
NE-generation roadster, due 2024, to be designed around innovative Skyactiv-X engine
Mazda’s commitment to internal combustion will extend to the next-generation MX-5, which is set to receive the Japanese manufacturer’s newest and most advanced petrol-engine technology rather than a plug-in hybrid or battery-electric powertrain.
Mazda last year launched its first BEV, the MX-30 crossover, but just a year before that ushered in its innovative Skyactiv-X petrol engine technology, which uses spark-controlled compression ignition (SPCCI) to improve efficiency and performance.
This could enable some petrol-powered Mazdas to remain on sale as their respective rivals go electric. The MX-5 in particular is a likely candidate, given that its relatively low sales volumes have a negligible impact on Mazda’s European fleet- average CO2 emissions.
The manufacturer has previously confirmed that a Skyactiv-X engine will be used only in all-new models that have been designed around it and its associated mild-hybrid hardware.
www.autocar.co.uk
NE-generation roadster, due 2024, to be designed around innovative Skyactiv-X engine
Mazda’s commitment to internal combustion will extend to the next-generation MX-5, which is set to receive the Japanese manufacturer’s newest and most advanced petrol-engine technology rather than a plug-in hybrid or battery-electric powertrain.
Mazda last year launched its first BEV, the MX-30 crossover, but just a year before that ushered in its innovative Skyactiv-X petrol engine technology, which uses spark-controlled compression ignition (SPCCI) to improve efficiency and performance.
This could enable some petrol-powered Mazdas to remain on sale as their respective rivals go electric. The MX-5 in particular is a likely candidate, given that its relatively low sales volumes have a negligible impact on Mazda’s European fleet- average CO2 emissions.
The manufacturer has previously confirmed that a Skyactiv-X engine will be used only in all-new models that have been designed around it and its associated mild-hybrid hardware.
Rejoice! Mazda plans to revive the RX-7 with this 370bhp rotary sports car | Autocar
Mazda plans to build 370bhp, rotary-electric MX-5 successor "in the not so distant future"
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Next-Gen Mazda MX-5 Detailed
Compression ignition could keep the next-gen Mazda MX-5 naturally-aspirated
Engine innovation is at the heart of what Mazda does.
Rotaries. A commitment to atmospheric engines (when not rotaries). A late entry to turbodiesels. Mazda does it very differently, with engines, following its own logic, instead of trends.
One trend that cannot be ignored is the transition to electrification. In a future where nearly every new vehicle will be fully or partially battery-powered, Mazda’s most iconic platform might suffer.
The MX-5 is one of the few true lightweight driver’s cars that remain in production. Its low mass is an integral part of the vehicle’s appeal. But a hybrid powertrain would add a lot more mass to any future MX-5, anaesthetizing its road feedback and agility.
According to Autocar, the solution could be using Mazda’s SkyActiv-X engine technology to prevent turbocharging or hybridization of the next-gen Mazda MX-5.
SkyActiv-X is a deeply innovative compression-ignition technology for petrol engines. It claims impressive fuel consumption and emissions reduction and produces nearly 30% more torque than an equivalent 2-litre engine, with conventional direct-injection.
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Compression ignition could keep the next-gen Mazda MX-5 naturally-aspirated
Engine innovation is at the heart of what Mazda does.
Rotaries. A commitment to atmospheric engines (when not rotaries). A late entry to turbodiesels. Mazda does it very differently, with engines, following its own logic, instead of trends.
One trend that cannot be ignored is the transition to electrification. In a future where nearly every new vehicle will be fully or partially battery-powered, Mazda’s most iconic platform might suffer.
The MX-5 is one of the few true lightweight driver’s cars that remain in production. Its low mass is an integral part of the vehicle’s appeal. But a hybrid powertrain would add a lot more mass to any future MX-5, anaesthetizing its road feedback and agility.
According to Autocar, the solution could be using Mazda’s SkyActiv-X engine technology to prevent turbocharging or hybridization of the next-gen Mazda MX-5.
SkyActiv-X is a deeply innovative compression-ignition technology for petrol engines. It claims impressive fuel consumption and emissions reduction and produces nearly 30% more torque than an equivalent 2-litre engine, with conventional direct-injection.
Next-Gen Mazda MX-5 Detailed
Compression ignition could keep the next-gen Mazda MX-5 naturally-aspirated Engine innovation is at the heart of what Mazda does. Rotaries. A commitment to atmospheric engines (when not rotaries). A late entry to turbodiesels. Mazda does it very differently, with engines, following its own...
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Next Mazda MX-5 to remain petrol-powered with mild-hybrid motor
The next-generation Mazda MX-5 will stay true to its naturally aspirated petrol origins but a mild-hybrid system may be introduced in order to make it a bit more eco-friendly. The two-seater roadster is set to adopt the brand’s new generation of Skyactiv-X.
According to information sourced by Autocar, the Japanese manufacturer previously stated that every new model will adopt the spark-controlled compression ignition Skyactiv-X engine. This includes the NE-generation of the Mazda MX-5 which is due in 2024.
What this means for the halo roadster is a 30 per cent increase in torque from the existing 2,0-litre four-cylinder engine while the increase in power will be nominal. This is not a cause for concern given that the MX-5’s characteristics have always been more focused on a low mass figure. For enthusiasts, the six-speed manual gearbox will remain an engine option.
The Skyactiv-X engine also benefits from a belt-driven mild-hybrid system which reduces the overall CO2 emissions via key functions. Mazda design boss Ikuo Maeda has previously outlined the issues the company faces in future-proofing the MX-5. He says “We want to look at the best powertrain to keep the vehicle lightweight, but because of the diversifying requirements and preference, we need to explore various options. People can own without worrying that they aren’t being eco-friendly”.
www.carmag.co.za
The next-generation Mazda MX-5 will stay true to its naturally aspirated petrol origins but a mild-hybrid system may be introduced in order to make it a bit more eco-friendly. The two-seater roadster is set to adopt the brand’s new generation of Skyactiv-X.
According to information sourced by Autocar, the Japanese manufacturer previously stated that every new model will adopt the spark-controlled compression ignition Skyactiv-X engine. This includes the NE-generation of the Mazda MX-5 which is due in 2024.
What this means for the halo roadster is a 30 per cent increase in torque from the existing 2,0-litre four-cylinder engine while the increase in power will be nominal. This is not a cause for concern given that the MX-5’s characteristics have always been more focused on a low mass figure. For enthusiasts, the six-speed manual gearbox will remain an engine option.
The Skyactiv-X engine also benefits from a belt-driven mild-hybrid system which reduces the overall CO2 emissions via key functions. Mazda design boss Ikuo Maeda has previously outlined the issues the company faces in future-proofing the MX-5. He says “We want to look at the best powertrain to keep the vehicle lightweight, but because of the diversifying requirements and preference, we need to explore various options. People can own without worrying that they aren’t being eco-friendly”.
Next Mazda MX-5 to remain petrol-powered with mild-hybrid motor
The next-generation Mazda MX-5 will stay true to its naturally aspirated petrol origins but a mild-hybrid system may be introduced in order to make it a bit more eco-friendly. The two-seater roadster is set to adopt the brand’s new generation of Skyactiv-X.
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New Japan-Only Miata Asks You To Trade Power For Yet More Lightness
The Roadster 990s is nearly as light as an original Miata, but comes with a smaller engine than our ND MX-5. Is that a tradeoff you'd make?
The latest-generation Miata, which is about five years old at this point, has been celebrated for being the closest in spirit to the original car’s promise of light, accessible fun. But the pursuit of eradicating every last unnecessary ounce is never done, and so Mazda will soon offer its Japanese customers an even trimmer Miata called the Roadster 990s.
The 990s is so named for a theoretical curb weight of 990 kilograms, or 2,182 pounds — but even then, things get a little confusing. Because if you peruse Mazda’s Japanese website, there the base-model Roadster S is listed with an identical weight.
So the 990s is presumably even lighter than its namesake, thanks to a number of small changes. The exclusive Rays rims are each about one-and-three-quarters of a pound lighter per corner, according to Japan’s CarWatch. A change from iron to aluminum Brembo calipers saves a pound and a half, all told. All sound insulation has been deleted, as has the touchscreen infotainment system. The 990s’ head unit is that of an old-school stereo with a volume knob, preset buttons and a black-and-gray LCD strip that I didn’t know were still being manufactured in 2021, other than for use in calculators.
https://jalopnik.com/new-japan-only-miata-asks-you-to-trade-power-for-yet-mo-1847956993
The Roadster 990s is nearly as light as an original Miata, but comes with a smaller engine than our ND MX-5. Is that a tradeoff you'd make?
The latest-generation Miata, which is about five years old at this point, has been celebrated for being the closest in spirit to the original car’s promise of light, accessible fun. But the pursuit of eradicating every last unnecessary ounce is never done, and so Mazda will soon offer its Japanese customers an even trimmer Miata called the Roadster 990s.
The 990s is so named for a theoretical curb weight of 990 kilograms, or 2,182 pounds — but even then, things get a little confusing. Because if you peruse Mazda’s Japanese website, there the base-model Roadster S is listed with an identical weight.
So the 990s is presumably even lighter than its namesake, thanks to a number of small changes. The exclusive Rays rims are each about one-and-three-quarters of a pound lighter per corner, according to Japan’s CarWatch. A change from iron to aluminum Brembo calipers saves a pound and a half, all told. All sound insulation has been deleted, as has the touchscreen infotainment system. The 990s’ head unit is that of an old-school stereo with a volume knob, preset buttons and a black-and-gray LCD strip that I didn’t know were still being manufactured in 2021, other than for use in calculators.
https://jalopnik.com/new-japan-only-miata-asks-you-to-trade-power-for-yet-mo-1847956993
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Why The BBR Super 200 Kit Makes Mazda's NC MX5 A Genuine S2000 Killer - JayEmm on Cars
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Mazda MX-5 due round of updates for 2022
Japanese dealerships have stopped selling the current MX-5 as a revised car is due in the current months
Mazda is set to reveal a subtly revised version of its MX-5 sports car in the coming weeks.
A potential update was hinted at on Mazda’s Japanese website, which confirmed that sales of the current MX-5 have been stopped in lieu of a reveal in the next few weeks.
“With the exception of some specifications, sales of the current model have been discontinued,” the website said, translated from Japanese to English. “The announcement of the new model is scheduled for this winter.”
Mazda UK has confirmed to Autocar that the update is a simple model-year change, moving from model-year 2021 to model-year 2022, and the specification and technical levels will remain unchanged.
That means significant tweaks to the design or powertrains currently on offer are not expected. It remains to be confirmed whether Mazda will update the MX-5's infotainment to bring it into line with the newer 3, CX-30 and CX-5.
Mazda hasn’t revealed any further official details, such as a launch date, but more information will be disclosed nearer to the model’s unveiling.
www.autocar.co.uk
Japanese dealerships have stopped selling the current MX-5 as a revised car is due in the current months
Mazda is set to reveal a subtly revised version of its MX-5 sports car in the coming weeks.
A potential update was hinted at on Mazda’s Japanese website, which confirmed that sales of the current MX-5 have been stopped in lieu of a reveal in the next few weeks.
“With the exception of some specifications, sales of the current model have been discontinued,” the website said, translated from Japanese to English. “The announcement of the new model is scheduled for this winter.”
Mazda UK has confirmed to Autocar that the update is a simple model-year change, moving from model-year 2021 to model-year 2022, and the specification and technical levels will remain unchanged.
That means significant tweaks to the design or powertrains currently on offer are not expected. It remains to be confirmed whether Mazda will update the MX-5's infotainment to bring it into line with the newer 3, CX-30 and CX-5.
Mazda hasn’t revealed any further official details, such as a launch date, but more information will be disclosed nearer to the model’s unveiling.
2022 Mazda MX-5 goes on sale from £24,755 | Autocar
Roadster gains kinematic posture control to improve stability, but all other mechanicals are unchanged
www.autocar.co.uk
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More updates for the Mazda MX-5 for 2022?
The Mazda MX-5 may be updated yet again for 2022 which could alter the specification on the product. This comes after the 2018 update which added more power and increased the rev-limit from the engine.
According to information sourced from Autocar, the Mazda MX-5 updates were hinted at on the manufacturer’s website and then confirmed by a series of dealers who have stopped sales of the roadster.
“With the exception of some specifications, sales of the current model have been discontinued,” the website said, translated from Japanese to English. “The announcement of the new model is scheduled for this winter.”
The British arm of the Japanese manufacturer however, states that changes to be made to the Mazda MX-5 will simply be a model-year change and that the specification and technical levels will remain unchanged.
The next-generation Mazda MX-5 has been rumoured to stay true to its naturally aspirated petrol origins but a mild-hybrid system may be introduced in order to make it a bit more eco-friendly. The two-seater roadster is set to adopt the brand’s new generation of Skyactiv-X.
The Japanese manufacturer previously stated that every new model will adopt the spark-controlled compression ignition Skyactiv-X engine. This includes the NE-generation of the Mazda MX-5 which is due in 2024.
www.carmag.co.za
The Mazda MX-5 may be updated yet again for 2022 which could alter the specification on the product. This comes after the 2018 update which added more power and increased the rev-limit from the engine.
According to information sourced from Autocar, the Mazda MX-5 updates were hinted at on the manufacturer’s website and then confirmed by a series of dealers who have stopped sales of the roadster.
“With the exception of some specifications, sales of the current model have been discontinued,” the website said, translated from Japanese to English. “The announcement of the new model is scheduled for this winter.”
The British arm of the Japanese manufacturer however, states that changes to be made to the Mazda MX-5 will simply be a model-year change and that the specification and technical levels will remain unchanged.
The next-generation Mazda MX-5 has been rumoured to stay true to its naturally aspirated petrol origins but a mild-hybrid system may be introduced in order to make it a bit more eco-friendly. The two-seater roadster is set to adopt the brand’s new generation of Skyactiv-X.
The Japanese manufacturer previously stated that every new model will adopt the spark-controlled compression ignition Skyactiv-X engine. This includes the NE-generation of the Mazda MX-5 which is due in 2024.
More updates for the Mazda MX-5 for 2022? - CAR Magazine
The Mazda MX-5 may be updated yet again for 2022 which could alter the specification on the product. This comes after the 2018 update which added more power and increased the rev-limit from the engine.
www.carmag.co.za
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The New 2022 Mazda MX-5 is getting unexpected upgrades - Kirk Kreifels
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First Images Appear for the Refreshed 2022 Mazda "ND3" MX-5 - Kirk Kreifels
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The mildly updated Mazda MX-5 now comes with something called KPC
Not a friendly fried chicken shop, but a piece of technology to make the Five less roly-poly in corners
Believe it or not, the fourth-gen Mazda MX-5 is entering its seventh year on sale. It still looks fresh, huh? Perhaps sensing this, Mazda’s decided it ain’t going anywhere yet, with 2022 seeing the car receive a second update.
It’s less major than 2018’s facelift, which popped a new, more powerful 2.0-litre engine in the front of top-spec Fives, but nevertheless there’s something worth talking about besides new colours (the most interesting option being a new blue roof for soft-top MX-5s).
The MX-5 debuts a new piece of technology, and one that comes fitted as standard: KPC. Not a trademark-troubling fried chicken takeaway, rather ‘Kinematic Posture Control’.
For a car so grounded on mechanical simplicity and driving purity, it sounds a little nannying – in short, electronics lightly apply braking to the inside rear wheel during especially hard cornering. This is to counteract body roll and keep the car’s line neater, tidier and more trustworthy.
“On a tightly winding road, KPC immediately recognises a difference in speeds between the rear wheels and reacts,” we’re told, “increasing the level of intervention as needed to sharpen the rear end response and stabilise the car.” The system only intervenes when needed and doesn’t add a gram of weight, we’re promised. Let’s say we’re intrigued to try it.
www.topgear.com
Not a friendly fried chicken shop, but a piece of technology to make the Five less roly-poly in corners
Believe it or not, the fourth-gen Mazda MX-5 is entering its seventh year on sale. It still looks fresh, huh? Perhaps sensing this, Mazda’s decided it ain’t going anywhere yet, with 2022 seeing the car receive a second update.
It’s less major than 2018’s facelift, which popped a new, more powerful 2.0-litre engine in the front of top-spec Fives, but nevertheless there’s something worth talking about besides new colours (the most interesting option being a new blue roof for soft-top MX-5s).
The MX-5 debuts a new piece of technology, and one that comes fitted as standard: KPC. Not a trademark-troubling fried chicken takeaway, rather ‘Kinematic Posture Control’.
For a car so grounded on mechanical simplicity and driving purity, it sounds a little nannying – in short, electronics lightly apply braking to the inside rear wheel during especially hard cornering. This is to counteract body roll and keep the car’s line neater, tidier and more trustworthy.
“On a tightly winding road, KPC immediately recognises a difference in speeds between the rear wheels and reacts,” we’re told, “increasing the level of intervention as needed to sharpen the rear end response and stabilise the car.” The system only intervenes when needed and doesn’t add a gram of weight, we’re promised. Let’s say we’re intrigued to try it.
The mildly updated Mazda MX-5 now comes with something called KPC
Not a friendly fried chicken shop, but a piece of technology to make the Five less roly-poly in corners
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Everything But The Most Expensive Miata Is Manual Now
Mazda agrees a manual gearbox is the only option for the Miata, leaving an automatic option almost obsolete for this next model
The Mazda Miata is a firm favorite here in the office, so whenever there’s an update to the beloved two-seater we pay close attention. For 2022, there’s big news for all of the stick-shift fans as Mazda is killing off the automatic gearbox on two of the car’s trims.
In 2022, if you buy either the entry-level Miata Sport or mid-tier Club models, Mazda will only offer you a six-speed manual. If you want an automatic gearbox in your pocket-sized sports car, you’ll have to opt for the top-tier Miata Grand Touring.
That automatic Miata Grand Touring starts at $32,300 for the convertible, while the manual will set you back at least $32,800.
If that sounds like a lot for a Miata, don’t worry as the manual cars are more reasonable.
For 2022, the Sport trim Miata and its glorious manual gearbox will start at $27,300, and the mid-tier Miata Club starts at $30,800. There’s also an option to spec your Miata Club with Brembo brakes, BBS wheels and Recaro seats, which will set you back $35,300.
Reduced gearbox options aren’t the only changes coming to the 2022 car.
Other notable new features on next year’s Miata include a pearlescent white color, called Platinum Quartz Metallic, and a new shade of interior leather, which Mazda has dubbed Terracotta Nappa.
On the tech side, the new Miata comes with Mazda’s latest handling software called Kinematic Posture Control (KPC). The new system manages braking across all four wheels to improve handling in high-g corners.
Mazda says this has all been done to boost “confidence and driving enjoyment.”
jalopnik.com
Mazda agrees a manual gearbox is the only option for the Miata, leaving an automatic option almost obsolete for this next model
The Mazda Miata is a firm favorite here in the office, so whenever there’s an update to the beloved two-seater we pay close attention. For 2022, there’s big news for all of the stick-shift fans as Mazda is killing off the automatic gearbox on two of the car’s trims.
In 2022, if you buy either the entry-level Miata Sport or mid-tier Club models, Mazda will only offer you a six-speed manual. If you want an automatic gearbox in your pocket-sized sports car, you’ll have to opt for the top-tier Miata Grand Touring.
That automatic Miata Grand Touring starts at $32,300 for the convertible, while the manual will set you back at least $32,800.
If that sounds like a lot for a Miata, don’t worry as the manual cars are more reasonable.
For 2022, the Sport trim Miata and its glorious manual gearbox will start at $27,300, and the mid-tier Miata Club starts at $30,800. There’s also an option to spec your Miata Club with Brembo brakes, BBS wheels and Recaro seats, which will set you back $35,300.
Reduced gearbox options aren’t the only changes coming to the 2022 car.
Other notable new features on next year’s Miata include a pearlescent white color, called Platinum Quartz Metallic, and a new shade of interior leather, which Mazda has dubbed Terracotta Nappa.
On the tech side, the new Miata comes with Mazda’s latest handling software called Kinematic Posture Control (KPC). The new system manages braking across all four wheels to improve handling in high-g corners.
Mazda says this has all been done to boost “confidence and driving enjoyment.”
Everything But The Most Expensive Miata Is Manual Now - Jalopnik
The Mazda Miata is a firm favorite here in the office, so whenever there’s an update to the beloved two-seater we pay close attention. For 2022, there’s big news for all of the stick-shift fans as Mazda is killing off the automatic gearbox on two of the car’s trims.
jalopnik.com
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Mazda MX-5 updated with tweaked suspension and new lightweight trim
The Mazda MX-5 has been mildly revised for 2022 with a new handling programme and special trim that shaves off a couple of kilograms. Mechanically, the grassroots roadster pretty much remains unchanged to retain its purist appeal.
All Mazda MX-5 models in 2022 will feature the brand’s Kinematic Posture Control (KPC). This system is designed to increase stability during cornering without impacting the purity of the MX-5’s handling and driver engagement.
Working similarly to an electronic differential, The KPC system applies a small amount of brake force to the inner unloaded rear wheel during cornering. The resulting brake force pulls the body down to suppress body roll and provide more reassuring cornering.
New to the range for global markets as well is the Platinum Quartz Metallic paint colour as well as a 990S trim that was introduced to the Japanese market this year. This model comes fitted with a set of 16-inch Rays forged alloy wheels together with a set of Brembo ventilated brake discs with four piston callipers painted in black with blue lettering.
www.carmag.co.za
The Mazda MX-5 has been mildly revised for 2022 with a new handling programme and special trim that shaves off a couple of kilograms. Mechanically, the grassroots roadster pretty much remains unchanged to retain its purist appeal.
All Mazda MX-5 models in 2022 will feature the brand’s Kinematic Posture Control (KPC). This system is designed to increase stability during cornering without impacting the purity of the MX-5’s handling and driver engagement.
Working similarly to an electronic differential, The KPC system applies a small amount of brake force to the inner unloaded rear wheel during cornering. The resulting brake force pulls the body down to suppress body roll and provide more reassuring cornering.
New to the range for global markets as well is the Platinum Quartz Metallic paint colour as well as a 990S trim that was introduced to the Japanese market this year. This model comes fitted with a set of 16-inch Rays forged alloy wheels together with a set of Brembo ventilated brake discs with four piston callipers painted in black with blue lettering.
Mazda MX-5 updated with tweaked suspension and new lightweight trim
The Mazda MX-5 has been mildly revised for 2022 with a new handling programme and special trim that shaves off a couple of kilograms. Mechanically, the grassroots roadster pretty much remains unchanged to retain its purist appeal.
www.carmag.co.za
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Will we be getting the ND3 Miata locally?
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The MX-5 takes the number 1 spot:
Ranked: the best-selling convertibles ever made
What are the biggest selling drop-tops in the world? Some of them might surprise you
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Ranked: the best-selling convertibles ever made
What are the biggest selling drop-tops in the world? Some of them might surprise you
Ranked: the best-selling convertibles ever made | Autocar
What are the biggest selling drop-tops in the world? Some of them might surprise you
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Mazda Miata Designer Shunji Tanaka Dies at 75 - The Drive
Thanks be to the man who penned one of the most enjoyable cars of all time.
Mazda Miata Designer Shunji Tanaka Dies at 75
Thanks be to the man who penned one of the most enjoyable cars of all time.
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Mazda MX5 Mk1 Buying Guide - Not Cheap For Much Longer? - Classics World