Mazda MX-5

Book excerpt: 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. Topics covered include: Details of the engine and drivetrain technology that gave the MX-5 its sharp handling and performance; Chronicles the stories of the engineers and designers behind the MX-5's success; Looks at the closest contemporary rivals to the car, and why the MX-5 was far and away the most successful; Covers all special editions and the racing story; Includes a detailed buyer's guide for each generation, specification tables and owner's experiences. A concise, detailed guide to this groundbreaking and innovative sports car. Superbly illustrated with 200 colour photographs. Antony Ingram is a freelance motoring writer and is passionate about classic cars and modern performance vehicles.