It used be a popular thing to do during the eighties to make a car appear to be another brand or model and it seems that this trend has continued into the world of import building and modders, with this Mazda or Lotus being a prime example of how to make a good car look like another equally brilliant car.
It was said that Mazda drop head coupe was based on the Lotus Elan of the 1960’s and this Mazda Miata finished in the colours and style of a Lotus Elan from that time period, just goes to show exactly how close in design these two cars are.
You have to hand it to David Wooley, who has taken this fantastic Mazda and made into something beautiful that resembles the classic Lotus of the past. A lot of care and consideration has gone into this design and despite the Mazda actually keeping its modern shape; you cannot help but to take a second glance at this car.
This is a first generation model, sporting a 1.6 litre or 1.8 litre with a five speed manual or a four speed automatic gearbox. Providing around 120 HP and up to 140 HP depending on the set up of the car. This is real classic car these days and it deserves its place as classic car with a rich pedigree.
These are the specs for the beautiful looking Mazda Miata:
Flying Miata fully-built 1.6L engine
Wiseco 9:1 compression pistons
Carillo H-beam connecting rods
Knife edged crankshaft
Built cylinder head
Cold side coolant reroute
Ron Davis aluminium radiator
Custom cat back, centre exit exhaust
Fidanza flywheel
ACT clutch
Function 7 semi-solid engine mount
MAZDASPEED engine mount
’99 Miata 5-speed transmission
Custom driveshaft
Guru Racing torsen-type differential Tein Flex suspension
Polyurethane bushings
Racing Beat tubular front anti-sway bar
Racing Beat modified anti-sway bar end links
Okuyama triangular strut tower brace
Okuyama lower sub-frame/transmission brace
Cannon 4-point rear sub-frame brace
Bethania Garage 6-point roll bar Good-Win Racing Wilwood big brake kit
Custom RS Watanabe F8 magnesium wheels in gold, 16×8 inch
Works Goocars polished wheels, 15×8 inch front, 15×8.5 inch rear
Rays TE-37 bronze wheels, 16×7 front, 16×7 rear Custom front clip
Pit Crew Racing nose
Custom tripod halogen headlights
Tuckin99 fender flares
Axis Power Racing carbon-fibre fenders
Simpson Design vented hood
Cruise Power composite doors
Classic Roadster mirrors
Axis Power Racing carbon-fibre trunk lid
Garage Vary nostalgic taillights and rear fascia
Simpson Design flush rear bumper (modified)
Beltline removed
Rear marker lights removed
Hard top
Custom paint Custom dash
Custom centre console
6-point seat belts
Zoom nostalgic rear view mirror
Dash frame and interior bits powder coated
Interior coated with truck bed liner for durability
Spec Miata hard top brackets
Source [Mazda USA]
Short Ram Air Induction Intake System with Air Filter – Mazda Miata 1.8L
Product Description for the Short Ram Air Induction Intake System:
Short ram air induction intake system is engineered to reduce intake restriction by smoothing out and straightening airflow. This design allows the engine to inhale a larger volume of air than the OEM air filter assembly. The greater volume of air translates into a more powerful combustion to yield more horse power. Short ram air intake system takes it to the next level by making installation a breeze. The short distance of the pipe allows air filter to be easily attached. The intake system comes complete with quality aluminium pipes, filters, hoses, stainless steel clamps, and brackets. Give your Honda Accord the ultra high performance look, aggressive tune and incredible horsepower gain it needs. * Does not come with CARB sticker please check with your State’s Motor Vehicle Department for regulation. Coupling and hose maybe in the colour of red/blue/black.
Priced at $45
Source [Amazon]
OBX Red Spark Plug Wire Set 01-04 Mazda Miata
Product Description of the OBX Red Spark Plug Wire Set:
OBX High Performance Spark Plug Wires are the highest quality and thickest wires available in today’s market. Six individually wrapped 18 strand copper cores are wrapped with a stainless steel conductor to ensure greater ignition current conduction and longer spark duration. The core is covered with a special synthetic dielectric compound that prevents all electrical leakage and arcing of the current due to microscopic cracks when aging occurs. Extra heavy duty glass braid is woven around to withstand extreme wire stretch from pulling. All of this is coated with an outer sheeting of silicone double wrap measuring 10.3mm in thickness to withstand extreme engine bay temperatures.
Priced at $30
Source [Amazon]
