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The Austin-Healey Sprite Was the Mazda Miata of the 60s

The Mazda Miata didn’t directly inspire modern sports cars like the Toyota 86 and Honda S2000. But without the Miata, they likely wouldn’t have been green-lit. And part of its popularity is accessibility. Used models are cheap, and with so many fans out there, someone has advice for whatever build you’re thinking of. But the …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Even More Forgotten But Affordable 1990s Two-Seaters

Yesterday we discussed the fact that many people look for a fun, two-seater weekend car. Often times they have a limited budget and will look for something they fondly remember. So, we listed two-seat vehicles that were available during the 1990s that are often forgotten but are affordable at under $20,000. Today, we continue the …
by HJ Pizarro
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2020 Nissan 370Z parked by the side of a canyon road.
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The Most Fun Cars To Drive Under $35k

What cars offer the most smiles per mile? And what vehicles on that list can be had for under $35K? No, the answer isn’t always a Miata. A Miata might be one of them, but it isn’t the only answer. What are the most fun cars to drive under $35k? There are several familiar picks …
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What Kind of Car Can I Get for $5,000?

Although used car prices are expected to drop, especially with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it’s not like every single one will be universally affordable. True, a used Porsche Cayman or Audi S4 is a great deal, especially compared to a new model. However, they’ll never be truly cheap. Trying to find a car under $5000 …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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NA Mazda Miata with Subaru WRX drivetrain
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Someone Made an AWD Rally Miata With a Subaru Drivetrain

Usually, if you’re going rallying, all-wheel drive is practically a necessity. Although rear-wheel drive rally cars have won races, after Audi’s Ur-Quattro debuted, AWD became the norm. The technology allowed the Mitsubishi Pajero, Toyota Celica, Nissan Pulsar, and Mitsubishi Lancer to compete on the world stage. The Porsche Cayenne and Rolls-Royce Cullinan are also rally …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Mazda Miata versus Pontiac Solstice

By 2006 the Mazda MX-5 Miata had become the benchmark for affordable roadsters in the United States. It had been on the market for over twenty years, with competitors disappearing in its wake. Then, the Pontiac Solstice appeared on the scene. Shoppers suddenly were forced to consider Miata versus Solstice before making a choice.  Miata Debut The …
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The Miata and Del Sol Rivalry

Ask an auto enthusiast what a good modern, small, lightweight, open-air, and affordable car would be, and they will probably tell you the Mazda MX-5 Miata. But that was not always the case. The Miata was introduced in 1989. Between then and now, there have been many other competitors. However, the Honda Del Sol was the only real competition. …
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 10AE side
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Can You Daily Drive Even an Old Mazda Miata?

A daily-driver doesn’t have to be a 3-row SUV or crossover. True, it’d be difficult for most to commute in a Morgan or Pur Sang Bugatti, although some do. But, if your life allows it, there are quite a few sporty cars that can serve as fun commuters, like the Lotus Elise and Honda S2000. …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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The Meanest Looking Mazda Miata You Can’t Buy Anywhere

A lot of people think racing off-road requires getting a specialty SUV or modified pickup truck. But as the various Safari 911s demonstrate, plenty of other cars can also have fun in the dirt. Even so, most would take something like a Fiat Panda hatchback over a Mazda Miata when it comes to off-road racing. …
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In a World of SUVs, Mazda Continues to Build Great Cars

If you read enough car opinion sites, you might be thinking that SUVs and trucks are just better than any sedan on the market. While it’s true that Americans are buying more SUVs and trucks than sedans, it doesn’t mean that there aren’t any good sedans available. Here’s why Mazda’s sedans are the best on …
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How Affordable Performance Could Save Nissan

In discussing possible ways Nissan could save itself, we briefly touched upon what made Nissan’s past products desirable: performance. Nissan has made some incredible high-performance vehicles, ranging from JDM forbidden-fruit to rally-conquering SUVs. But what set Nissan, and indeed, most Japanese carmakers, from brands like Porsche or Ferrari was how attainable their sporty vehicles were. …
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