As I recall, it's only called Miata in the US. For the rest of the world
it's an MK6 or some such combination of letters and numbers.
"Simmons, Reid W" wrote:
>
> I might consider giving the Miata more respect if they had chosen a better
> name. M-I-A-T-A, that has to be one of the all time most stupid sounding
> names for a sports car. I would be embarrassed to own a car with a name
> like that.
>
> SPITFIRE, now there's a real sports car name. :-)
>
> Reid
> '79 Spitfire (original owner)
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Laura.G@141.com [mailto:Laura.G@141.com]
> Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2000 7:19 AM
> To: Marcus Schaper
> Cc: spitfires@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: RE: CNN reports BMW pays Phoenix to take over
>
> Speaking of Miatas-when I go out with a guy the first time, if he makes the
> comment that the Miata is an updating on the Spitfire (the insult!), I know
> there's no hope for a meaningful relationship!
>
> Laura G. (Just waiting for the flames)
> >
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