- This Aston Martin coupe is a rebodied 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata, and it’s for sale.
- It has an Aston-style grille, hood, fender vents, and headlights.
- The current bid is $20,500, with five days left in the auction.
The third-generation NC Mazda Miata isn’t as beloved as other MX-5 generations. It is bigger and heavier than its predecessors, and the styling is a bit too joyful, but now you can experience the car’s greatness without feeling embarrassed about being seen in an NC.
Bring a Trailer is auctioning a 2007 MX-5 Miata Sport with an Aston Martin-style body that looks like something designed in collaboration with Zagato. The Mazda has an all-new front end, including the grille and headlights (the fog lights aren’t connected), a restyled rear, and 16-inch knock-off wheels.
While the door skins are unchanged, the car has handles sourced from a Lancia Flavia. Other Aston touches include the front fender vents, hood scoop, and badge.
Photo by: Bring A Trailer
Inside, the Miata, modified by Simpson Design of Clinton, Washington, features a wood-rimmed Nardi steering wheel with the Aston logo, wood trim on the dashboard and center console, and fixed-back vinyl bucket seats.
Under the hood is Mazda’s 2.0-liter MZR inline-four engine, with the Mazda logo on top, producing 166 horsepower and 140 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with the car’s six-speed automatic transmission. The odometer lists 26,000 miles.
The current bid is $20,500, with five days left in the auction.
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Source: Bring A Trailer
Motor1’s Take: The NC Miata might not have the best design compared to the other generations, but that doesn’t discount the car’s stellar driving characteristics. If all you disliked about the third gen was its design, place your bid on this and trick everyone into thinking you own an Aston Martin. We would be you could convince a few.
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