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Tokyo Auto Salon: MX-5 Mazdaspeed M'z Tune Concept
Okay, so it's not actually called the MX-5 in Japan. It's simply known as the Roadster. But regardless, this is one modified Miata we certainly wouldn't mind seeing Stateside.
The MX-5 Mazdaspeed M'z Tune Concept was developed by the engineering geeks at Mazda E&T and in addition to the aero kit, fender and hood vents, the Roadster gets a new muffler and a remapped ECU that increases power output between 7- and 8-percent. On the sticky side of things, the drop top gets 18-inch rollers, Bilstein dampers (probably some revised springs too, but nothing was mentioned) and a set of sport thrones.
Mazda contends that the M'z Tune Concept is just that, a concept, but according to Winding Road, Mazda officials would like to bring such a variant to the U.S. We're alright with that.
[Source: Winding Road]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Scott Duncan 1:16PM (1/13/2007)
They need to do the aero kit and drop the 2.3 turbo engine in it. It should eat the red line Saturn for lunch!
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Marvelous 1:40PM (1/13/2007)
WOW, how'd I know someone would do Hate on the Sky or Soltice. "they should drop a 2.3 turbo in"..... ,but they didnt so the Redline Sky still kicks the MX-5's ass.
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Stulgs 2:09PM (1/13/2007)
Give us an article on the Yellow Mazda 3 in the background...
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Scott 2:48PM (1/13/2007)
I'm not hating on the Saturn. I sell Mazda's and Fords and right now, base model to base model, the MX-5 is a better car. When they do put the speed3 engine in it, it will surpass the pontiac GXP and Solstice Red line with the weight advantage. It will complete the lineup. Like I said, not hating, but the MX-5 is a better package then the GM offerings. The just happen to have a go fast option before Mazda.
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Nathan 5:16PM (1/13/2007)
Everything looks great, except for the front lip spoiler, which doesn't follow or enhance the shape of the body in the slightest. It makes the car appear to have a goiter on each side in the front.
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Adresy firm 6:18PM (1/13/2007)
This is hot! Wonder how fast does it go?
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Dave 9:17PM (1/14/2007)
To #4:
And if you sold Pontiacs, you would say the Solstice was better then the MX-5... which is actually the truth. You are not at work here... truth actually works in the world when not on the car lot.
Do some better comparisons... and you will see the truth.
Why is leather only available in the Grand Touring MX-5??? Why are fog lamps not available on the base SV version of the MX-5??? Why would A/C not be an option in the SV??? Why is a cloth top only available in the Grand Touring MX-5???
If the Solstice and SKY have a 177-HP engine and the MX-5 has a 166-HP engine... and a weight difference of only 70 pounds. I think the 11 more HP makes up for the 70 more pounds.
Looks like the Solstice also works better on the track... who one all the top spots in their class of the SCCA this past year??? Not the MX-5... it would be the Solstice.
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Patrick 11:20PM (1/14/2007)
Solstice & Sky vs. MX-5 = NO COMPETITION
MX-5 is the thinking man's car. (or thinking chick's car for those who think it too girly)
Solstice and Sky look and probably drive great but Mazda's technological prowess leaves them both in the dust.
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Yellow 12:46PM (2/05/2007)
As a 06 MX5 owner, I am not impressed. I am not ready to trade mine in for 10-12 HP gain and some lip spoilers. Build us an MX5 with the 2.3 turbo motor and we shall come.
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