TOKYO, Sept. 3 Kyodo
Mazda Motor Corp. said Monday it will launch a new open sports car in December, aiming to attract motor sports beginners.
The two-seat, 1600 cc Roadster NR-A is designed to be a registered vehicle, enabling drivers to use the car in their daily lives and race on weekends.
The new model will cost around 2 million yen. It will be equipped with enhanced suspension and brakes as well as increased radiator capacity, the automaker said.
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I'm sure it ain't elise/scoob fast, but in it's place competing only aginst similar cars it seems like it could be fun - and cheap!
Chuck(Just back from 2 glorious weeks holiday - the highlands of Scotland rule if you like driving!)

 

Isn't that what the MX-5 is for?

 

press release dated Sept 3rd 1989?