Do you remember the MX-5 Sport Black Edition launched in Britain last summer or perhaps its twin from Japan, the MX-5 Black Tune Edition released this past October?
If the answer is yes, we would like to congratulate you on your excellent memory and tell you that the 2012 MX-5 Miata Special Edition that will be unveiled at the upcoming 2012 Chicago Auto Show is more or less the U.S. market version of those two models – hence the RHD pictures released by Mazda.
The main difference is that the American model will not be offered with the Spirited Green Metallic that's available on the Japanese and British variants, as buyers will have to make do with two color options, Crystal White Pearl Mica or Velocity Red Mica.
Like its two siblings, the MX-5 Miata Special Edition features a black-only Power Retractable Hard Top (PRHT) with matching color 17-inch alloy wheels and exterior accents such as the mirrors.
Inside you'll find black heated leather seats with accent stitching, piano black interior finishes and alloy pedals.
The special edition will be available with either the six-speed manual gearbox with or a six-speed Sport automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, both linked to the regular 167HP 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
The manual gearbox model gets Bilstein shocks, limited-slip rear differential and sport-tuned suspension.
Mazda said production of the MX-5 Miata Special Edition would be limited to 450 units with pricing to be announced.
5 Comments:
It's way past time to change those taillights, they are so dated. Surprised Mazda doesn't offer a true dual clutch transmission in this model or any of their models, but especially the Miata & MX-5 which are so popular among racers and tuners at every level, all of which would improve their lap times significantly with the inclusion of the most efficient gear changing system available.
You completely miss the point of an MX-5.
Aaron; I know you are aware of 'Price Point'.
The Black top is something, some, Miata owners have been doing for a few years now. Usually paired with Black mirrors and wheels.
Here is a suggestion Aaron, go out and find a decent 'NA' Miata/MX-5. A nice 1.6 should do a fine job of introducing you to the road going, corner seeking delights of the Miata/MX-5. You can probably buy one for the annual cost of your Starbucks spending. And the smile they will put on your face, even in the most casual use, is priceless
Besides acquiring a fine road machine, sports car, you will also get a commuter that easily gets 25-35 MPG, 28-40 MPG if you drive for mileage. You will have a car that is easily and cheaply repaired, not that you will ever have to do much, the cars are as reliable as an anvil. Set it up for track days or autocross and daily driving with just a wheel and tire change.
Early Miata's have achieved soda bottle deposit status. Buy one for $2,500 and drive it for a few years and sell it for $2,500. Better hurry though, these early NA's are achieving cult status and prices will start to climb..and should... they are classics you can drive.
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