With its arrival in the United States in 1990, the Mazda Miata inspired the return of the open roadster. Though other makes and models followed, the Miata remains the convertible sports car of choice for budget-conscious enthusiasts, as popular in autocross and amateur racing circles as it is among pleasure drivers.

This book shows readers how to make the most of any Miata: what to look for in a used model and how to perform common maintenance and repairs, as well as over 15 projects to improve performance and appearance. Focusing on the engine, wheels and tires, suspension, body kits, interior, and more, the projects include full details on required parts, cost, time, tools, and skill necessary for completion. With easy-to-follow directions and clear illustrations, this handy guide is a virtual road map for taking the Miata the full distance.

About the Author
Keith Tanner has been racing, modifying, and writing about Miatas for two decades and currently works full-time at a performance shop that pushes the boundaries of the little sports cars. At home, his garage contains a wide variety of cars that he's built, ranging from a classic Land Rover to a 400-horsepower V8 rally Miata. He's published four books in the Motorbooks Workshop series: Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects; Mazda Miata: Find it, Fix it, Trick it; How to Build a High Performance Mazda Miata; and How to Build a Cheap Sports Car. Tanner has also written a number of magazine articles. Official Website: http://www.slowcarfast.comOn Facebook: http://on.fb.me/13XBjrm

Reviews

"Anyone who owns or is contemplating buying a Miata would do himself a service by picking up this book." - Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car

Book Information
ISBN 9780760327920
Author Keith Tanner
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Motorbooks
Publisher Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Weight(grams) 630g
Dimensions(mm) 273mm * 210mm * 13mm