Mazda MX-5 Miata: books - history and technology (1/2)

The Book of the Mazda MX-5 Miata : The 'Mk1' NA-Series 1988 to 1997

This is the definitive history of the first generation Mazda MX-5. A fully revised version of an old favourite, now focussing on the original NA series (1988 to 1997), this book covers all major markets, and includes stunning contemporary photography gathered from all over the world.

Researched and written in Japan, with the full co-operation of the factory, here, in definitive detail, is the complete story of the first generation of Mazda's MX-5 - the car that re-invented the affordable lightweight roadster, a species that many thought was extinct as the 1990s drew near.
Immediately successful, the MX-5, also known as the Miata or Eunos Roadster, spawned many imitators, but remains the world's biggest selling sports car.
The series has now been in production for well over 20 years, and new generations continue to follow the concept of the original, much to the delight of fans and enthusiasts all over the world.

Features:
- The definitive history of the original NA series Mazda MX-5 Miata
- Sales in all major markets covered in detail
- Includes limited editions from around the world
- Written with the full co-operation of the factory
- A look at the aftermarket industry spawned by the car
- Detailed production figures, including exports
- A fully revised version of a celebrated book focusing on the NA cars
- Contemporary photography to help owners with authenticity.

The Book of the Mazda MX-5 Miata : The 'Mk2' NB-series 1997 to 2004

Researched and written in Japan with the full co-operation of the factory, this book is the definitive story of the second generation of Mazda's MX-5 - the car that re-invented the affordable lightweight roadster, a species that was thought to be extinct as the 1990s drew near.

Successful immediately, the MX-5 (also known as the Miata, or Roadster) spawned many imitators, but remains the world's biggest selling sports car. The series has now been in production for almost 30 years, with new generations following the concept of the original, much to the delight of fans all over the world.

The Book of the Mazda MX-5 Miata - The ‘Mk3' NC-series 2005 to 2015

Starting with a brief history of Mazda from its early 20th century beginnings, and including its most iconic and significant models, the evolution of Mazda into the company we are familiar with today is revealed along with the social and economic factors that shaped it.
The origins and underpinnings of the MX-5 are explored, from the models that influenced the Miata, and the first generation NA series MK-5 introduced in February 1989 at the Chicago Auto Show, to the second generation MB series of 1997 to 2004, and beyond.

The second generation NB series MX-5 had been on the market only four years when work started on the MX-5 NC series. Unlike the previous NB series, the third generation NC models were designed from the ground up: virtually everything was new compared to the outgoing model.

This book reveals the fascinating behind-the-scenes history of the MX-5 NC series in detail, from its Ibuki concept car design cues to the evolving Jinba-ittai concept applied to the NC, and the multitude of changes that were applied to every aspect of the car, from visual design and safety, to powertrain and handling.
Along with a wealth of technical details covering everything from mechanical specifications and changes, to colour, trim and equipment options, Brian covers the MX-5 NC's global launch campaign, as well as how it was initially received by the press and the motoring public, and it's eventual replacement after ten years of production by the ND series MX-5.

Mazda MX-5 - Ein Roadster schreibt Geschichte

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De bloeiperiode van roadsters leek aan het begin van de jaren 1990 al voorbij te zijn, en geen serieuze productmanager durfde zich meer aan dit onderwerp te wagen - totdat de Japanse autofabrikant Mazda zijn open tweezitter MX-5 introduceerde. Dit werd niet alleen een groot succes, maar zette ook een golf van roadsters van andere fabrikanten in gang. Inmiddels is de vierde generatie van deze Mazda gepresenteerd.

Joachim Hack schetst de complete geschiedenis van de auto, die ook bekend staat als de Mazda Miata (VS) of Eunos Roadster (Japan). Van de oorsprong tot aan de productierijpheid, van conceptauto's tot aan speciale edities. Boeiende lectuur voor alle fans en eigenaren van een Mazda MX-5.

Die komplette Geschichte des sympathischen Roadsters Mazda MX-5

Dieses Buch wurde geschrieben um auch deutschen MX-5 Enthusiasten ein Nachschlagewerk an die Hand zu geben, in dem Sie Ihren kleinen Liebling wiedererkennen. Das Buch basiert auf offiziellen Veröffentlichungen von Mazda. Die meisten der weit über 500 Fotos & Illustrationen sind Werksaufnahmen und wurden von Mazda selbst so für Werbung und Produktpräsentationen eingesetzt.

Es befasst sich mit der Darstellung des MX-5 in seiner kompletten Produktionszeit von 1989 - 2020 und greift dazu auf dessen zeitgenössische Unterlagen zurück. Daran anschließend enthält es ein umfassendes Tabellenwerk mit allen relevanten Daten und Fakten über diejenigen Bereiche, welche einen MX-5 Enthusiasten am meisten bewegen - beginnend bei NA und NB, über NC bis hin zum aktuellen Modell, den ND.
Ein sehr umfangreicher Technikteil gibt Auskunft über den Aufbau der einzelnen Modellvarianten und Sondermodelle, Farben, Preise und Modellpflegemaßnahmen von Anbeginn der Produktion bis heute.

Mazda MX-5 Miata Roadster : Design & Development

The extraordinary account of how the world's most popular sports car - the Mazda MX-5 Miata Roadster - came into being. The story of how a team of dedicated engineers and designers boldly conceived the idea of a totally new lightweight sports car at a time when the traditional open roadster seemed doomed to extinction.
Despite considerable opposition the group tenaciously defended its concept of a car which would offer the driver the same unity as that found between a horse and its rider.

Despite the odds, the team succeeded brilliantly. Here is the fascinating, and very often surprising, inside story of the MX-5 Miata's conception, design and production, as told by the individual members of the team, translated from the Japanese, and compiled for this edition by renowned motoring author Brian Long.

Mazda MX-5 - The Complete Story

At over 900,000 cars produced - and counting - the Mazda MX-5 holds the Guinness World Record as the best-selling two-seater sports car ever produced. And while mere numbers should not be the only barometer of success, it has taken a car of the MX-5's talent to capture the imagination of both enthusiasts and the general motoring public alike.

"Mazda MX-5 - The Complete Story" examines the design, development and production of this innovative sports car. It details the engine and drivetrain technology that gave the MX-5 its sharp handling and performance.
Also included are the stories of the engineers and designers behind the MX-5's success. All special editions and the racing story are covered.

Includes a detailed buyer's guide for each generation, specification tables and owners' experiences.