Podcasts about na miata

Episode 4: A full crew show with Ryan, Allen, Dan and Lindsey and the conversation revolves around the origins of Cars and Coffees and what makes 'em good. The crew talks electric G-Wagens and the rising prices of cars like the NA Miata and E30 BMW and why their appeal is driven in part by the nostalgia factor. The conversation concludes with a discussion about designer collaborations with car brands like Gucci and Fiat. Follow The Road Show here and on social media at @ryanbahrke @mr_allenorchard @d9nnyp @lindseymjesch and @theroadshowpodcast.

This week, the Carmudgeons recap their recent 600-mile back-road blast, which resulted in a surprise Best Car for the Mission. Unrelated, an update on their newly-acquired V-12 cars. === This episode is sponsored by Vyper Industrial — America's #1 rated shop chair, tool carts, and creepers, proudly made here in the US. Go to https://www.vyperindustrial.com/ and use code HAGERTY for $50 off on all your order! Click here to join the Hagerty Driver's Club: https://bit.ly/Join-HDC-Cammisa-Rev === Jason and Derek now both own V-12-powered cars. Jason confesses his 850 CSI purchase, which happened while he was doing research for an upcoming Revelations episode. Derek lit his on fire while learning that it needs an engine rebuild. Turns out the BMW 850CSi has the shortest gear ratios of any V-12 car ever sold — and Jason is a self-described whore for short gearing.  Meanwhile, Derek bought a V12, manual Ferrari that has no compression in several cylinders. The main subject of the episode is one of Jason and Derek's many friend-group backroad trips in Northern California. As usual, it was a varied group of cars: Jason brought "Beatrice," his E30 BMW 325i sedan. Derek brought his race-prepped Mk5 Volkswagen GTI. Also present was a BMW Z3 2.8, an NA Miata, a GR Corolla, and one car that was very much not appropriate for tight mountain roads:  A C126 Mercedes 560SEC.  And the Mercedes was, by far, everyone's favorite. Wildly obese and far too large, with non-performance tires, the W126-chassis Mercedes should have been miserable. And what it instead demonstrated was perfect chassis balance, an indefatigable, 300-hp Euro/Japan-spec 5.5-liter engine, and a riotous time. Sometimes, it's the wrong car on the right road that's the most fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sid and James tackle the cult classic meow movie about State Troopers who can't take their job seriously. It's fun. But... meow why? It's a long story that Sid tells meow at the beginning of the podcast about the sad end to his meow Thunderbird and his recent meow NA Miata purchase. Oh, and meow Super Troopers has a Miata. So there. Meow.

00:00 - Time To Buy A First Generation Miata - Part 2This is part 2 of a 2-part series that explores why you should put an NA Miata on your bucket list. This small, fun, lightweight sports cars from Mazda was first introduced back in 1989 as a 1990 model and these first generation cars (the NA Miata was sold from model year 1990 through 1997) are going up in price. Bargains can still be found though, so now's the time to act if you ever considered owning one. 00:37 - My First NA Miata - From Stock To SuperchargedI talk about the early NA Miata's I have owned, starting with a 1992 NA6 Miata - a red A-Package car with a hardtop that started out stock but eventually got suspension, brake and horsepower upgrades, including a supercharger. 02:40 - Stock vs. Modified... Which is better? Both! A Revelation: I swapped a drive in my supercharged Miata with a friend who owned a stock 1993 model and rediscovered the joy of driving an unmodified stock Miata. They're fun to drive even with the stock 1.6-liter's 116-horsepower! 05:00 - How I found my second NA MiataMy second Miata is a 1994 Laguna Blue R-package car (an NA8 example with the 1.8-liter engine). This Miata with its rare color, combined with options designed to enhance handling and reduce weight is still completely stock after nearly 10 years of ownership. 09:30 - Jinba Ittai Mazda's original design philosophy that emphasized creating a car that becomes one with the driver. 10:30 - Pros and Cons - NA6 vs NA8I explore the differences differences and similarities between the NA6 (the 1990-93 1.6-liter) and the NA8 (the 1994-1997 1.8-liter) Miata. These cars look almost the same, but there are some important differences between the NA6 and the NA8 Miata. 12:30 - How should you approach your search for an NA Miata and what should you look for when selecting a car? Like location, location, location for buying real estate, when it comes to finding a great used car, the most important thing is condition, condition, condition. Miata buyers should look for cars in top condition with minimal owners, relatively low miles, stored indoors, recent maintenance, with no accidents and preferably stock (i.e. few or no modifications). 17:00 - Any Limited or Special Edition Miata Should Top Your ListThe limited or special edition cars in the NA6 or the M-Edition or R-package cars in the later NA8 versions of the early Miata should be at the top of your list. These special cars and colors will, in theory, be worth more in the long run, plus they're a little more exclusive if you're looking for a Miata in a less common color or with more options. For more detail on the 1994 "M-Edition" and "R-Package" Miatas, go to: Car and Driver/Oct. 1, 1994 - 1994 Mazda Miata Specials https://bit.ly/3epb1LB18:00 - Look for a Miata with a Limited Slip Differential The special/limited versions of the Miata are more likely to come with a limited slip differential (the STO is an exception), which is a nice option when it comes to putting down power in this rear wheel drive sports car. Call Mazda's customer service number to check if a used Miata you might purchase has a limited slip differential. Simply give them the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) off the car - you can find this inside the driver's door or at the base of the windshield on the driver's side. Using the VIN, they can tell you what options came on that car, what color it was from the factory, etc. Mazda Customer Service Phone Number: 800-222-550018:25 - If it has a hard top installed, be sure to remove it and check the condition and function of the soft top. ...

00:00 - Time To Buy A First Generation NA Miata - Part 1This is part 1 of a 2-part series that explores why you should put an NA Miata on your bucket list. This small, fun, lightweight sports cars from Mazda was first introduced back in 1989 as a 1990 model and these first generation cars are now going up in price. Bargains can still be found though, so now's the time to act if you ever considered owning one. Mazda introduced the first Miata back on February 9, 1989 at the Chicago Auto Show and since then, more than one million Miatas have been sold, it's still in production today, and it's been named the best selling 2-seat convertible sports car of all time, so it's clear Mazda picked a winner. 01:25 - Four Generations Sold Since the Miata's Introduction in 1990 NA Miata - Model Years 1990 to 1997Original body style with pop-up headlights, reminiscent of a 1960s Lotus Elan. Split into two generations, the first was the NA6 from 1990-1993. These came with a 1.6-liter, DOHC 4-cylinder engine that made 116-horsepower and 110-lb.ft of torque. While they looked basically the same, the later NA8 cars from 1994-1997 had a bump in displacement to 1.8-liters and initially made 128-horsepower and 110-lb.ft. of torque. Power was later increased to 133-horsepower and 114-lb.ft. of torque in 1996. The initial 10% increase in horsepower was offset by a 4.5% increase in weight (about 100 lbs.) due to the addition of larger brakes, a passenger airbag and additional body bracing, both for increased side impact protection and handling. (There was NO 1998 Miata)NB Miata - Model Years 1999 to 2005The NB saw a major restyle of the exterior. Pop-up headlights were replaced with exposed headlights and other exterior refinements. The Engine's displacement remained the same at 1.8-liters, but now made 140-horsepower at launch, with a later bump to 142-horsepower in 2001. This generation of Miata also introduced the only MazdaSpeed version ever produced. It was available in 2004 and 2005 and featured a turbocharged 1.8-liter engine making 178-horsepower and 166-lb.ft. of torque. NC Miata - Model Years 2006 to 2015The NC Miata grew a bit in all dimensions. It was the heaviest generation of the Miata too, but to help offset that weight increase, it featured the highest horsepower of any normally aspirated Miata to date. The larger displacement 2.0-liter engine made 167-horsepower and 140-lb.ft. of torque. This was also the generation that saw the introduction of the PRHT or Power Retractable Hard Top in late 2006. This hard top retracted and folded in such a way that it did not interfere with trunk space. ND Miata - Model Years 2016 to PresentThe ND Miata is the fourth and current version of Mazda's 2-seat, rear drive convertible sports car. This generation saw a major re-emphasis on weight reduction, with overall weight inching closer to the first generation NA8 cars. The 2.0-liter engine size remained, but the engine's horsepower was set at 155 with 148-ft.lbs of torque. In spite of the horsepower reduction from the NC cars, he overall result was a lighter, faster ND Miata or MX-5 with improved fuel economy. And for 2019, the ND Miata saw a bump in power to 181-horsepower, along with an increase in torque to 151-lb.ft, making this the quickest Miata to date. 04:00 - Why consider getting an NA Miata now? These cars bottomed out on their depreciation curve a couple of years ago and continue to go up price. I talk about my past experience missing out on two specific cars (the Datsun 240Z and the BMW E30 M3) that I waited too long to buy before the prices went up dramatically. I didn't miss out on the early Miata though, and I suggest that you shouldn't miss your chance either. 07:05 - Dig...

The prospect of changing classes has probably fueled as much post-race pint-facing bar banter as any other topic in the wacky world of autocross. In this episode, let's blow the dust off the cartridge and boot to the save point, so we can LEVEL UP!In this episode we talk with Tim Matijow and John Hinton, two autocrossers from North Carolina. They share the story of transforming a junkyard MR2 into an X-Prepared (XP) cone killer running 335 Hoosiers. We also chat about what its like to transform a Mazdaspeed3 from G Street to STH. Mark hints at the possibility of taking his NA Miata into the dangerous waters of STR.Follow Tim Matijow on FacebookFollow John Hinton on FacebookCheck out the XP MR2 on YouTubeCheck Out Our Sponsors:SoloStorm allows you to combine your data and videos on your Android device. Generate overlaid video showing a number of data channels, as well as picture-in-picture video to show an alternate view or to compare to another run or driver. Visit Petrel Data Systems.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Check out the High Performance Academy! The more you know, the faster you go. Squeeze every drop of performance out of your car with internationally recognized online courses. Support the show and use promo code PAXATTACK to get $50 off your order!Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, send us an email.

Miata concept engineer Norman Garrett, joins us to share his experience working on the design of the NA Miata. We chat about how autocross informed the Miata's design and Norman shares what it was like to drive the prototype on the streets of Santa Barbara, California. We also talk about the Lotus Elans influence on the original Miata. Cheers!PAX Attack Merch Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at our web site paxattack.com.

A special look into the life of Norman Garrett, Concept Engineer for the NA Miata. Join us for part one of our conversation with Norman. In this episode, we explore Normans life growing up in North Carolina working on cars as a small boy which then led to motocross and eventually autocrossing his Datsun 510. We also hear about his time as an engineering student at Georgia Tech and how his love for the RX-7 helped him land a job at Mazda designing the NA Miata. Please support BlazeSports America in their mission to change the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and recreation. BlazeSports America is a 501c3 non-profit organization.Looking for a new set of autocross numbers? If so, check out Autocross Digits. They have cheap shipping, high quality materials, and affordable prices. Use promo code PAXATTACK for 10% off your next order.Do you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at out web site paxattack.com.

I sit down with Raed, better known as BaseModel3, and talk about his 500hp Mazda 3, Miata RF, and his NA Miata!

The Miata is one of the most common cars out at an autocross event and dare we say one of the best to ever hit the gird. Join us as we explore the origins of the NA Miata. We will discuss its connection to British roadsters and some of the competition that ruled the land before the NA Miata hit the scene. Lastly, we dive into the many classes where the "bug-eyed sprite of the new millennium" continues to be competitive such as E Street, STR and CSP.Special guest Rocky Entriken, the unofficial historian of Solo Nationals and the author of Solo Stats will joins us to share his stories and what its like to drive both the Triumph Spitfire and the Miata out at an autocross.Please check out Rocky's amazing book Solo Stats. Rocky's book provides a great history of Nationals and records the names of everyone at Nationals in his autocross compendium.Solo Stats on AmazonYou can learn more about the history of the Miata in Thomas L Bryant's book Mazda MX-5 Miata: Twenty-Five YearsSpecial thanks to the great folks on the E Street and Porsche 914 Facebook pages for all their support!E Street Chat on Facebook Porsche 914 Group on FacebookIf you would like to learn more about the history of the the Triumph Spitfire check out these great websites:Silodrome / History of the Triumph SpitfireTriumphspitfire.nlDo you have an autocross story to share? If so, please let us know. You can find us on Facebook and on Instagram and at out web site paxattack.com.

Some people dismiss the Mazda MX-5 Miata as a hairdresser’s car. Others think it’s the answer to all automotive questions. Does the truth lie somewhere between these two extreme positions — or is one of them actually right? Derek just bought a heavily modified NA Miata with Öhlins dampers on it, and it’s great. Jason had a stock NA and it wasn’t. The boys can both agree that NB is meh, turbos have no place in Miatas so the MazdaSpeed is out, but where do they fall on NC, NC2, ND? Was ND1 terrible and ND2 fixed it? Also, should Jason kill Derek? Tune in to find out.==The Carmudgeon Show is a comedic, information-filled 25-minute conversation with Jason Cammisa and Derek Tam-Scott, two car enthusiasts who are curmudgeonly beyond their years. Proving you don’t have to be old to be grumpy, they spend each episode talking about what’s wrong with various parts of the automotive universe. Despite their best efforts to keep it negative, they usually wind up laughing, happy, and extolling their love for cars. Which just makes them angrier and more bitter. Jason Cammisa is an automotive journalist, social-media figure, and TV host with over 250 million views on YouTube alone. Jason’s deeply technical understanding, made possible by a lifelong obsession with cars, allows him to fully digest what’s going on within an automobile — and then put it into simple terms for others to understand. Also, a Master’s Degree in Law trained him to be impossible to argue with. Derek Tam-Scott still tries. He’s a young automotive expert with old-man taste in cars, and a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering — which means he knows how to be civil to Jason. Or at least he tries. With a decade and a half’s experience buying, selling, driving and brokering classic and exotic cars, he’s experienced the world’s most iconic cars. And hated most of them. Don't forget to visit: https://www.issimi.com/ISSIMI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issimiofficialISSIMI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/issimiofficial/ Podcast available on: ISSIMI Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/issimi-officialISSIMI Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS82OTU5MjYucnNzISSIMI Spotify:

Art Enjoys a Cabriolet, Lane drives an NA Miata and Jaguar D-Type, and the Celica is on the chopping block.Thanks for listening!Please rate and review the show on iTunes.

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- Too Many Car Companies, Too Many Models - Chevy Equinox Diesel Fuel Economy Ratings - Ferrari Considers Dino-Like Entry Level Car - Mazda to Restore Original Miatas - Tires Need to Be More Durable - John’s Top Picks for Next FCA CEO, Plus a Dark Horse

We have Art back in the studio talking about stalking his nieghbors NA Miata. He also describes his autocross outfit and explains to us why Michelin Pilot Super Sports are not a good AutoX tire. Bryan is back from his weekend at Thunderhill with his car intact, and he got to re-live his glory years by taking out his old BMW Spec E30 for a session.blah, blah, blah...and "Trivia Time" to finish it all off.Thanks for listening!Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher to help us climb the charts.

This week Roberto drives the new BMW 760 and Nicole has the Ford F-150 Lightning. Sam was going to talk about the Kia Soul GT-Line but completely spaced so we'll get to it next week.In the news, Mercedes-Benz talked about their new operating system and announced they will include Luminar lidar on future vehicles from 2025. Christian von Koenigsegg picks the NA Miata, Vinfast cuts prices and promises to start deliveries. GM patents a self-cleaning touchscreen and updates the Cadillac XT4 with the screen from the Lyriq. And we discuss using EVs when there's no electricity. In the questions we discuss the problem of automakers offering free DC fast charging.LinksChristian von Koenigsegg chooses the NA MiataGM Self-cleaning touchscreenMercedes-Benz OSReduced Vinfast pricing2024 Cadillac XT4 refreshEVs when there's no powerFree EV Charging sucksOur Sponsors:* Check out Express VPN: https://expressvpn.com/WHEELBEARINGSAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy