Transmission, United States??? That seem odd...Cool beans. Parked next to a Guilia which sounded similar.
It just seems like engines and transmission are usually built outside of the US. It makes sense to have them built in the U. S. to save on shipping costs. The transmission from my 2022 Sahara was built in Japan, according to my window sticker. (6 speed manual). And the 3.6L engine was built in Mexico.
In Soul Red, no less...!Well, that's all subjective.....lol. I was very torn when I bought my Miata. I'll admit that I did like the look of the 124 better. I had been looking at a 124 Abarth. In the end, I fell in love with the Miata engine. In 2019, they reworked the engine, bumping the HP to 181 and the redline up to 7500. Rowing her through the gears all the way up to redline was amazing. The power delivery was so smooth and linear. They're both great cars though. It's a shame the 124 just didn't sell and was discontinued. Fiat/Alfa Romeo just don't seem to sell here. I don't think there's a better driving experience for the money with one of these vehicles. Part of the reason for my Wrangler order is because I miss the open air driving of my Miata and I don't think the wife will ride in another Miata as we came close to death in one. They're pretty scary on the highway with all the big trucks out there. Damn...I miss that car though. Enjoy that 124!
I remember years ago I read a article about how the clutch plate from a 80's-era Lamborghini was the same as a tractor part.
One of nicest Miatas I've seen.
I wouldn't refuse one for my own garage, but for the fact that they weren't designed with tall folks in mind.
It was pretty sweet. The Soul Red Crystal metallic paint was amazing. I'm 6'1" and had plenty of room. Anyone over 6'3" and you might be tight.One of nicest Miatas I've seen.
It had the appearance package with the Brembo brakes, BBS wheels and Recaro sports seats. It protected us pretty well against a massive construction dump truck that turned into my lane, sent us into a spin, and then crashed into us and pushed us down the highway, sideways, for about 100 yards.One of nicest Miatas I've seen.
With the market the way it is, they paid me what I paid for it two years earlier. Couldn't even replace it as there aren't any on the lots.
