One of the most enduring names in modern motoring is the Mazda Miata — or Mazda MX-5 as it has been known in the U.S for a few years. The durable little sports car is turning 25 this year. The saying that the Mazda Miata was The Best British Sports Car The Japanese Ever Built still has currency. Check out the Jay Leno video here or by clicking the picture. Many fascinating details of the car are explained. Miata, it is said, was the name of the Mazda boss at the time the vehicle was designed. Mazda will display 15 Miatas from various years in a dedicated area of the New York International Auto Show this Spring, including concepts from past auto shows, production models and race cars. Mazda says in a press release that the Miata debuted at the Chicago Auto Show on Feb. 9, 1989. According to Mazda, some keys to the roadster’s enduring success include its affordability, simplicity and lively handling. Currently in its third generation, Mazda says that it has sold more than 900,000 Miatas.
