Mazda MX-5 Getting Refreshed Yet Again

Mazda will be refreshing the MX-5 for 2013, as they attempt to hold us over for the long-awaited "ND" Miata, due in a couple years, that will share a platform with the Alfa Romeo Spider. Although *some* uninformed enthusiasts claim that the current car is a heavier, uglier abomination not fit to carry on the legacy of the MX-5, I couldn't disagree more. The NC MX-5 is brilliant. Full stop. The only thing that puts me off is the goofy front fascia. Otherwise, it's just about perfect, especially with the "dreaded" Power Retractable Hardtop. I would go so far as to say that it's better in every single way than my beloved NA Miata, with no additional drawbacks. The refresh is subtle, and helps diminish some of the "smiley face" character of the awful Nagare styling language, but as far as I'm concerned, it's impossible enough to do away with that blight. The headlights, grill opening and air intakes are only slightly changed, but it does help. Even though the front is still ugly, I'd buy one over an FR-S. I suspect I'm not alone. Thanks to The Car Lounge for the photos from The Truth About Cars http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com

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