Would you rock a miata?

[bituerbo]

So I've currently got a 2000 Audi A6, a 2000 Chrysler Neon (winter driver) and a 2006 Kawasaki ZX6R.

I've been thinking of picking up another toy. Lightweight, RWD and bonus if it's a droptop. I'm leaning towards the miata because I can pick one up for MUCH cheaper than an S2k, and it's really lightweight (2100 lbs, and to put that in perspective a lotus elise is 1900 lbs) compared to something like an E30 cab. I'd probably give up the Neon because I have no need for a 4th vehicle.

I'm a guy, and about 6'4, and I'd have to mod the seat/rails, or perhaps bolt the seat straight to the floor to avoid being a human roll bar.

Anyway, think a miata is too gay?

[badatusrnames]

To answer your first question: No.

To answer your second question: Yes.

EDIT: At least not in stock form...

[vipstyle2]

they're fun to drive :)

[chkolny541]

http://www.skyroadster.com/forums/attachments/f18/30484d1232689603-call-me-gay-mazda-miata.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2178/2048407748_49510ac5a0_o.jpg

i would take the bus over the miata.

[EK 2.0]

I would totally rock a Miata...if I wasn't such a fat ass....

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c328/jdmeg2/Me%20at%20BeaveRun/CLOSE.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/daaznkigga/rob0003.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v665/halloweenkid7/miata/DSC01441.jpg

http://www.gearheadsonline.ca/pictures/sk/diffuser/damon1.jpg

http://www.tomei-p.co.jp/__desktop-items/wallpaper/mx5-3_800.jpg

[euro_racer]

i would rock one as a toy/fun car...but not stock unless it was a mazdaspeed and in the right color lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v630/karnaibsg/25628500013_large.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v630/karnaibsg/008__scaled_600_003.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v630/karnaibsg/012__scaled_600_003.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v630/karnaibsg/miata_r_750.jpg

[FLARE]

I voted no...

^ but those pics are cool

[89s1]

I voted yes.

rwd, lightweight, good chassis. whats not to love?

[Weapon_R]

How much are you going to spend?

[SRT10Killer]

miata = welfare rx7

and NO!

[chkolny541]

Originally posted by 89s1
I voted yes.

rwd, lightweight, good chassis. whats not to love ?

if you drive a miata..the answer would be a woman

[euro_racer]

^ 08's :banghead: :facepalm:

[Sykes]

I would would totally rock an NC miata:

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/155/424350287_eb1baa9498.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/180/424350112_76c546609f.jpg

http://azureseele.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/p1010295.jpg


The power folding hardtop only adds 80lbs to the car:
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[bituerbo]

I'd be spending sub-5k. Something that requires work, or something with a torn to shit interior already. Perhaps someone's old SOLO car that needs to be put back together to be street legal.

EK 2.0 I'm a fatass too, but i've driven one around a SOLO II course quite comfortably, even with stock seats. Granted that car had r-comps, but I was completely blown away at the stock suspension/handling. That 1st gen miata was more fun to drive than anything else I've had the pleasure of driving.

Weapon_R definitely sub-$5k. Hoping to pick up one that needs work, or maybe someone's old SOLO car that needs to be converted back to street legal.

SRT10KILLER RX7 = welfare 240sx.

[kaput]

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[Weapon_R]

In that case you will not find a better roadster for the price. The haters have never driven one. If you were going to spend around 10k, I'd have said to wait for a deal on an s2k.

[Kloubek]

^^ Agreed.

I'm not a fan of Miatas. Especially the 1st gen - they totally look like a chickmobile. Still, they were so popular for a reason. They are pretty much bulletproof, have great handling, and of course - are designed from the ground-up to be a roadster.

Souped up, I could see some merit in them though. Get some power under the hood, and you can end up with a great hp/weight ratio. Really gotta do something about the feminine rounded look though. Bodykit maybe?

[Cody D]

I voted No, but not because of the fear of being labeled gay. I just think the S2000 is better looking and it's worth paying the extra money for, if I bought a Miata I would always think I should have bought an S2k.

[Darkane]

Monster Miata - Fuck yes

/Thread

[vengie]

Originally posted by Darkane
Monster Miata - Fuck yes

/Thread

beat me to it

[Shlade]

I wouldnt mind one

Im 6'1 and i fit in one comfertably
I would take the S2K tho if i was choosing

[max_boost]

S2K > Miata

/thread

:werd:

[em2ab]

Take a look at the statistics of the Miata and all other cars in its range. Plus look at a few reviews of the entry level roadsters, the Miata always comes out on top. It has the best weight distribution (apparently), handling, cornering, power and whatever else it is they measured them on. It beat the S2000 no problem, I would definitely rock one. Especially the Mazdaspeed, just with a bigger intercooler and turbo.

[Jlude]

Originally posted by max_boost
S2K > Miata

/thread

:werd:

This

[Graham_A_M]

I'm 6' 0", and I Felt VERY clausterphobic in the Miata. If you're 6'4", good luck
:eek:

To me those cars are hard gay.... thats just MY opinion alone though. I'd get an S2k or a Z3/Z4 instead.
:dunno:

[ercchry]

if i was to get a 90's roadster it would be all or nothing gay....


Suzuki Cappuccino

http://www.f-hot.com/images/suzuki3_000.jpg

bitches love em haha

[SRT10Killer]

Originally posted by bituerbo
I'd be spending sub-5k. Something that requires work, or something with a torn to shit interior already. Perhaps someone's old SOLO car that needs to be put back together to be street legal.

EK 2.0 I'm a fatass too, but i've driven one around a SOLO II course quite comfortably, even with stock seats. Granted that car had r-comps, but I was completely blown away at the stock suspension/handling. That 1st gen miata was more fun to drive than anything else I've had the pleasure of driving.

Weapon_R definitely sub-$5k. Hoping to pick up one that needs work, or maybe someone's old SOLO car that needs to be converted back to street legal.

SRT10KILLER RX7 = welfare 240sx.
240=welfare everything :dunno:

[R154]

There is nothing welfare about a tastfully modded 240. s15 240's are equally as sought after as the famed GTR. That's why 240's out sold rx7's in every bracket, and every year. Granted the rx7 was never meant to compete with the 240sx. It was meant to compete with the 300ZX.

There is nothing gay about a 250HP turbo miata. The miata club posts some of the fastest times for race city.

If you have never driven a miata you wouldnt know that it handles better then ANY roadster in its bracket. It is a fight to make it oversteer, and even harded to make it understeer. It is just fatally under powered.

I would buy a miata and throw some money into building a motor. Tranny is strong, or the monster miata (v8 miata) But that tends to fuck the absolutely perfect 50/50 weight balance, and the PERFECT CoG that it has.

[Team_Mclaren]

https://webdisk.ucalgary.ca/~vwclaw/public_html/mx5-1_1024.jpg

S2000 is definately a better car, but for low budget roadster, Miata is wicked

[Canmorite]

That white one is sexy. Would still rather get an S2000 though.

[Idratherbsidewayz]

I drove my friend's Miata a couple of times. It has coils, and wideass wheels. I enjoyed the drive but goddamn this thing is slow. However, the handling feels like a Go-Kart, and is pretty fun.

http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa118/P90Puma/timmies_shoot_07-27-08034.jpg

He built this for around 10g's including the paint job. All mechanical work, and some body prep was done by him though.

I felt like an idiot driving it. Im 6'1, 195lbs and I just don't think I fit inside.

The only way I would own one is if it had the monster (Mustang V8) swap. The lack of power is very frustrating.

[SRT10Killer]

Originally posted by R154
There is nothing welfare about a tastfully modded 240. s15 240's are equally as sought after as the famed GTR. That's why 240's out sold rx7's in every bracket, and every year. Granted the rx7 was never meant to compete with the 240sx. It was meant to compete with the 300ZX.

There is nothing gay about a 250HP turbo miata. The miata club posts some of the fastest times for race city.

If you have never driven a miata you wouldnt know that it handles better then ANY roadster in its bracket. It is a fight to make it oversteer, and even harded to make it understeer. It is just fatally under powered.

I would buy a miata and throw some money into building a motor. Tranny is strong, or the monster miata (v8 miata) But that tends to fuck the absolutely perfect 50/50 weight balance, and the PERFECT CoG that it has.
probably cause everyone and their mom can afford a 240, comparing to an FD. and it's more reliable than a rotary

[sr20s14zenki]

I would rock a miata, with an sr20det in it. I saw one in one of my magazines, i think Fever racing did it, and it was awesome.

[JordanLotoski]

Id rock a Miata if i had a vagina....Has really never done it for me.

[livinlarge89]

Originally posted by chkolny541


i would take the bus over the miata.

:bullshit:
You know you liked that targa miata at the car auction

[JEFFRIX]

props to all the s2000 pix, loved em.

[Elaenor]

Originally posted by JEFFRIX
props to all the s2000 pix, loved em.

There wasn't a single S2000 pic in this thread, they were all Miatas.

[2EFNFAST]

Monster Miata - yes.

Any other Miata - no.

[ZorroAMG]

That was JEFFRIX way of saying both the S2000 and Miata are gay....

I'm not sure if I totally disagree either lol...

[SNAATCH]

Originally posted by R154
There is nothing welfare about a tastfully modded 240. s15 240's are equally as sought after as the famed GTR. That's why 240's out sold rx7's in every bracket, and every year. Granted the rx7 was never meant to compete with the 240sx. It was meant to compete with the 300ZX.

There is nothing gay about a 250HP turbo miata. The miata club posts some of the fastest times for race city.

If you have never driven a miata you wouldnt know that it handles better then ANY roadster in its bracket. It is a fight to make it oversteer, and even harded to make it understeer. It is just fatally under powered.

I would buy a miata and throw some money into building a motor. Tranny is strong, or the monster miata (v8 miata) But that tends to fuck the absolutely perfect 50/50 weight balance, and the PERFECT CoG that it has.

You don't need to build the motor. The factory block will handle over 18psi. Can make well over 300whp with a good turbo kit and tuning. Spend $4000 or less depending on what parts you cheap out on for a turbo kit and $2000 on suspension and your untouchable. Should be good for low 12's easy.

Unfortunately you will still be gay for driving a Miata. Just the name "Miata" slightly bothers me.

[D'z Nutz]

With the exception of the NSX, I'd take a Miata over any Honda. And even then I couldn't say with 100% certainty I'd pick an NSX over a Miata.


Originally posted by Graham_A_M
I'd get an S2k or a Z3/Z4 instead.
:dunno:

You can get an S2K or Z3/Z4 for sub-$5k?

[Mr_ET]

I'd rock one with a flyin' miata turbo kit, wide fenders wheels, tires and suspension work with a bolt in roll bar.

That should kick the gay right out of it :)

[Skyline_Addict]

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[Eleanor]

I would rock one in a heartbeat, but apparentely I like girl cars.

[Mr_ET]

^so the 2 hondas had the fastest lap times and the stock Miata looked gay:P

Nothing new to see here;)

[funkedelic2]

Fuck ya i would just not a stock one. Monster Miata with a hardtop = the sex

[5fivespeed]

I would, no hesitations at all.

[Kona9]

IMO ANY small two seater roadster is girly. Miata, Z3, Z4, Solstice, Boxster, SLK, etc. They are all fairly relative in the grand scheme of things. Obviously they differ in many ways from eachother via power, styling, handling etc.

I would definitely rock a Miata if it was a garanteed project car.

I have not heard from him in sometime on here, but TURBOJOHNGT had a pretty damn fast Miata with a Flying Miata turbo set up.

[Graham_A_M]

Originally posted by D'z Nutz
With the exception of the NSX, I'd take a Miata over any Honda. And even then I couldn't say with 100% certainty I'd pick an NSX over a Miata.



You can get an S2K or Z3/Z4 for sub-$5k?

touche'.

:thumbsup:

[whiskas]

I wanted a miata, but I like vaginas, which is why I got an S2K

[fluid]

fuk no

[01RedDX]

.

[QuasarCav]

If you would like a real world opinion that does not come from a homophobic 15 year old than shoot me a PM. I picked up a 1991 Miata as a fun car last year and ended up liking it so much that there is a fight to determine who drives it each day.

I've never found the power to be much of a problem and I prefer driving the Miata over my WRX. It's more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.

[n1zm0]

Originally posted by sr20s14zenki
I would rock a miata, with an sr20det in it. I saw one in one of my magazines, i think Fever racing did it, and it was awesome.

this, or even just turbocharge the stock 1.6 (or the 1.8 w/e), talking about first gens tho, have no clue about later models , i've seen that red turbo 1st gen at solo 2 a while back, wowee! autoX king i tell ya.

seriously turbo charge it, do some footwork mods and its a great car, why not? almost neutral weight distribution and it weighs like 2k lbs, any engine swap (SR, LS1 etc) or whatever forced induction path you choose would already give you a head start.

i've only driven one 1st gen and from what i gathered it was a very predictable suspension setup (oem), the thing would slowly let you know the ass end was giving out, very forgiving for oversteer screw ups too lol

[Cody D]

Originally posted by D'z Nutz
And even then I couldn't say with 100% certainty I'd pick an NSX over a Miata.

That's the craziest thing I've ever read.

[max_boost]

Originally posted by Cody D


That's the craziest thing I've ever read.

lol not sure how to decipher Nutz' post. Either it's a HA guys or he really doesn't like Honduhs!!!

[95EagleAWD]

Originally posted by Cody D


That's the craziest thing I've ever read.

No kidding.

I love Miata's, but I wouldn't be cross shopping with an NSX for one.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y220/95EagleAWD/06.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y220/95EagleAWD/00-1.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y220/95EagleAWD/03.jpg

[Team_Mclaren]

http://www.bespokeventures.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/gt_a51.jpg

:drool: :drool:

[Clever]

Drove one for a few days when my Ex had to take my car on to BC. They are fun cars to drive, but I will never drive one again. My buddies still hassle me about it today.

[n1zm0]

Originally posted by Team_Mclaren
:drool: :drool:

the nopro 13b JGTC miata^ something like in the category of the 3s jgtc kraft trueno, big brother engine swaps.

picture tells a thousand words... or hes most likely just pulling over to let them to pass lol

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/Mike%20Garrett/1JanFeatures/RandS/nopro1.jpg

[BigMass]

The only thing gay about a miata is the person driving it. Some of you should look in a mirror.

[403Gemini]

Originally posted by Darkane
Monster Miata - Fuck yes

/Thread

^^ THIS

This is why I voted Yes, I would do a 5.0 or LS1 swap :drool:

[shadowz]

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o93/shadowz940/miata.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o93/shadowz940/2711938836_23c17a11fe_o.jpg

[SNAATCH]

Originally posted by 01RedDX
Get a Miata LS1 swap, challenge a Mustang GT to a drag and then see who's gay. :dunno:

As far as affordable lightweight RWD roadsters go, it's hard to beat.

LOL, you could challenge much faster cars than a mustang GT once the ls1 swap is completed. I bet 11's could be accomplished with the right tires and driver. Maybe a Z06 would be a fair match?

[sr20s14zenki]

See, the thing about the v8 swap that is silly, is how you shoot the weight distribution to shit. Yes, this would not matter on a drag strip, but if you were trying to build an all around performer, that would SUCK. I guess what it comes down to, as it ALWAYS does, is what you want the car to do. I say sr20det or build and turbo the stock engine, because i myself would want an all around performer, that does decent at everything.

[euro_racer]

AFAIK, the miata has the same engine but N/A as the protege 323 gt-x and ford escort gt (bp turbo 1.8L DOHC, 176 HP @ 6000 RPM, 172 LBS-FT @ 3000 RPM) ...it would be soo easy to boost that thing for quick power and you still keep the weigth :burnout:

[kolumbo69]

See I voted yes for the amount of money your looking to spend it seems perfect for your budget.

I have a mag that has a f20c swap in one.

Personally I think I would still save for a s2000, that and the later generations are better looking

[dubbster]

Miata is a homo car. No discussion.

[dubbster]

Originally posted by shadowz
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o93/shadowz940/miata.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o93/shadowz940/2711938836_23c17a11fe_o.jpg

Not cool.

[95EagleAWD]

Originally posted by sr20s14zenki
See, the thing about the v8 swap that is silly, is how you shoot the weight distribution to shit. Yes, this would not matter on a drag strip, but if you were trying to build an all around performer, that would SUCK. I guess what it comes down to, as it ALWAYS does, is what you want the car to do. I say sr20det or build and turbo the stock engine, because i myself would want an all around performer, that does decent at everything.

Yeah, I think the V8 swap is like swapping an LS1 into an RX7; it doesn't affect the weight distribution at all.

If you think a turbo SR20 is gonna be lighter than an LS1 or something, you have to be kidding.

[Mibz]

Originally posted by sr20s14zenki
See, the thing about the v8 swap that is silly, is how you shoot the weight distribution to shit. The 5.0 swap leaves it at 53/47 which isn't bad at all, and the LS1 is only about 30lb heavier. Yeah you're ruining 50/50, but it's still pretty good.

[kevie88]

I drove a 98 Miata from San Fransisco to Los Angeles in 2003 and I absolutely loved it. The car was a blast to drive down the coast highway. I'd buy one in a heatbeat.

But then again, I'm married to a beautiful, intelligent woman and don't need to prove my masculinity to anyone.

[guessboi]

I rock a NC. awesome handling. :thumbsup:

[EK 2.0]

Originally posted by kevie88

But then again, I'm married to a beautiful, intelligent woman and don't need to prove my masculinity to anyone.



Yes, yes you are...:bigpimp:

[ekguy]

Looks like it's divided pretty evenly between the two. I was once told back in the day when I used to solo my rx7 that a miata was a perfect track car. And this was told to me by a guy who was at the solo track with a track only corvette. It's a perfect car for tracking. Light weight, rwd, drop top as well which is nice on a nice hot summer day. With a bit of engine work or a nice swap they are monsters.

[syritis]

theirs a nice little daily driving miata somewhere in the city hiding a 350, the only way to tell it's in there is that the cheap laughable walmart hood scoop, is actually functional.

I'd see him at the blaskin & lane by north hill all the time. he buys 2 tires at a time. but never for the front for some reason.

[bituerbo]

I've seen a miata in town with 5.0 on the front quarter panel, and a mean rumble out back. Crazy platform for whatever you want to do with it.

[sr20s14zenki]

Originally posted by 95EagleAWD


Yeah, I think the V8 swap is like swapping an LS1 into an RX7; it doesn't affect the weight distribution at all.

If you think a turbo SR20 is gonna be lighter than an LS1 or something, you have to be kidding.

yah, i just did some research, i cant believe how light an ls1 is. Damn. Plastic manifold bastards, that prolly saved alot of weight. I stand corrected, sr20det actually weigh around 450 lb with transmission, so its only slightly less than the ls1 with a tranny on it as well.

However, anybody who wastes their time with an iron blocked v8 in that car would be silly.

[Graham_A_M]

^ Any LS series will drop in there with relative ease.

The ONLY way I'd ever rock a Miata, is for the LS series swap. Thats it.
With that engine the options are phenominal. :bigpimp:

[Mitsu3000gt]

There is absolutely nothing exciting about a stock Miata IMO, they are underpowered with hardly any torque. I also hate the way the look and definitely see it as a "chick" car.

If you were to do significant mods, they become less gay, but I'd take just about anything over a Miata.

Just my $0.02

[shin0bi]

According to every automotive journalist I have any semblance of faith in, the Miata is an all around winner of a car.

Personally speaking, it's WAY too cutsey for my taste. However, this can easily be rectified with a quick trip to your local rice-shop and picking up a body kit. And there's tons to choose from, my personal fav being either something from Veilside or Wings West...

And if you're into pure performance, you gotta go for the Mazdaspeed.

[911fever]

they actually can be quite good handling cars, but if you're looking for under 5k, I don't think its worth it. I'd rather spend $10k and get an S2K. That car is that much better IMO, although a Miata with the right suspension mods is a real winner

[rpalm35]

^^^

Does anybody want to show me where they are finding S2000's for 10k?? :dunno:

To the OP, Miata's are definitely fun cars! especially with an LS1 swap. I'd Rock one in a second.

[pinoyhero]

Hell no. When I had the S2K folks would joke with me that I drove a miata. I actually think they are decent rides but there's no car more female.

[Cody D]

Originally posted by pinoyhero
I actually think they are decent rides but there's no car more female.

New VW Beetle?

[berbatov]

If people argue about your sexual orientation, get a Miata and put those arguments to rest

[The Cosworth]

yeah I find it funny people who think it is gay. I am looking at a coupe convertible right now as a summer car.

I am looking for either an S2K or Miata.

http://images.cardomain.com/sites/cardomain/features/blog_5/miata.JPG

:dunno:

[chkolny541]

Originally posted by Mitsu3000gt
There is absolutely nothing exciting about a stock Miata IMO, they are underpowered with hardly any torque. I also hate the way the look and definitely see it as a "chick" car.

If you were to do significant mods, they become less gay, but I'd take just about anything over a Miata.

Just my $0.02

this pretty much sums things up nicely, until the OP makes it some sort of a monster miata, its a vag repellent

[guessboi]

nothing wrong with the current generation.
so much aftermarket support for the mx5...every generation!
even a Cosworth supercharger is avaliable these days for the current model.

[austic]

I wouldnt drive one its a little to girly for my taste. What would bother me most is telling someone what i drive i would have a 50/50 chance of being laughed at (reference to the poll) but to each there own.

[acura_el]

Originally posted by EK 2.0
I would totally rock a Miata...if I wasn't such a fat ass....
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/daaznkigga/rob0003.jpg


I'd rock one if it looked like this.

[DENZILDON]

Sorry to revive the thread but how are miata's on winter?

[kevie88]

Originally posted by DENZILDON
Sorry to revive the thread but how are miata's on winter?


Fucking awesome. Put winter tires on it and you have a drift machine.

[QuasarCav]

Originally posted by DENZILDON
Sorry to revive the thread but how are miata's on winter?


We drive ours year round and it's pretty good in the winter. With a set on good winter tires mounted I had no issues with all of the snow around Christmas time and because the car is so neutral and balanced you won't have a bad oversteer situation unless you ask the car to do it.

Low ground clearance is the biggest issue followed by the assured death or disfigurement if you are hit by anything that weighs more than 1000lbs. The heater takes it's time in the winter but we do run with a hardtop so it becomes bearable and a bra is needed to stop the rock chips on the front end.

[CSMRX7]

I bought one for my fiance and drive it occationally. It is definately not the most masculine car in the world though. But with 240whp it can leave a lot of "manly" cars in its dust.

[DENZILDON]

Thanks for the response boys. I was considering it since I just need a daily driver that's cheap on gas.

[msommers]

How did I not notice this sooner!! Honestly man, just buy one so I can see you fit in it:rofl: :rofl:

You think of rockin a different car for rally or just for kicks? The Audi and bike don't do it for ya eh.......grumble grumble

[bituerbo]

Originally posted by msommers
How did I not notice this sooner!! Honestly man, just buy one so I can see you fit in it:rofl: :rofl:

You think of rockin a different car for rally or just for kicks? The Audi and bike don't do it for ya eh.......grumble grumble

Currently got the Neon i'm still working on for Rally, well Rally-X anyway. Might sell the bike so I can get more serious with that thing, keep the Audi as the DD.

[msommers]

What you gotta do is:

1. Sell the bike
2. Sell the neon
3. Buy a WRX
4. I'll navigate for you
5. ????
6. 1st place

[bituerbo]

Originally posted by msommers
What you gotta do is:

1. Sell the bike
2. Sell the neon
3. Buy a WRX
4. I'll navigate for you
5. ????
6. 1st place

You've got PM, hopper scares too easily, need a navi.