What is the rarest MX-5?

The holy grail of Mazda’s iconic roadster. It’s arguably the rarest Mazda MX-5 on the planet. With just 179 ever produced, the oddly-named Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe belongs in the rarefied air breathed by some super- and hypercars, certainly in terms of production volume.

Is an MX-5 a hairdressers car?

The MX-5 is not a hairdresser’s car (anymore) The MX-5 is the best-selling roadster in the world. It’s not new, it’s not clever. What it is, is a brilliant little driver’s car with oodles of charm and pop-up headlights.

Are MX-5 and Miata the same?

The short answer to this question is yes. The Mazda MX-5 is just a different name for the classic Mazda Miata. Nowadays, the car’s official name is a combination of the two: the Mazda MX-5 Miata.

What is the fastest MX-5?

But the new MX-5 GT, unveiled earlier this morning, is much more than your typical Spec Miata: it may well be the fastest MX-5 ever built. Built by British race team Jota Sport, the MX-5 GT abides by the general principles of the MX-5 — strong, light, fast — but takes them to new extremes.

Is Mazda MX-5 a classic car?

Now in its third iteration, with a facelift recently announced, original Mazda MX5s – also know as the Miata in North America and the Eunos Roadster in Japan – are widely regarded as modern classics, having first gone into production in 1989.

What is the most collectible Miata?

If you missed out on the limited edition Miata, you’re not the only one. But the 30th Anniversary Edition isn’t the only collectible Miata you can get your hands on. According to Hagerty, the second generation (NB) Miata, model years 1999-2005, has become one of the country’s most-popular collector vehicles.

What is the most sought after Miata?

The most desirable Miata comes from the second, or NB, generation and is the 2004 Mazdaspeed MX-5 Miata. This Mazda came directly from the factory with great upgrades including a more powerful engine, improved Bilstein suspension, wider tires, a spoiler, and 17-inch wheels and tires.

Is the Mazda MX-5 a sports car?

The Mazda MX-5 is a lightweight two-passenger roadster sports car manufactured and marketed by Mazda with a front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout.