I would argue that the two minutes of excitement this GTI saw are far better than drudging days of “I’m gonna give it a little more on this on ramp” most GTIs see.

Speaking of things that are played out, cool screen name.

Creamed or crushed horse radish is a great steak spice.

The only worthwhile item in that package is the Recaro seats. A ~2500lb MX-5 does not need brembos or wheels - can find better items in the aftermarket with the $3-4K off MSRP Mazda is offering.

You’re right. For ‘19 the base GTI gets the horsepower increase, the limited-slip diff, and the big brakes.

When I first started working I had a Miata as my only car. I was surprised at how seldom I needed anything bigger. It was a fuel-efficient and comfortable commuter, too.

“ ‘71 Buick Riviera that would cruise at 80mph all day long,”

Dear Boomers:

I think it is fairer to say “..they are finally *applying* what many engineers..”. Big difference between seeing potential and releasing it to production

Much like the tires of the A110 you just watched, you don’t seem to have a very firm grasp on this situation.

Looking forward to Toyota rolling this out in 2036.

Maybe if F&F didn’t create their whole godforsaken subculture THERE WOULD ACTUALLY BE UNMOLESTED RX-7'S FOR A REASONABLE PRICE ON EBAY AND THIS WOULDN’T BE AS BIG OF A PROBLEM *throws desk out window*