You know, toss on some side pipes and I'm a customer.
Ever look at an ND-chassis Miata and think to yourself, “I really wish that looked more like an old-school Corvette?” Well, small Japanese car maker Mitsuoka has you covered.
First, the name—which we promise we aren’t making up: Rock Star.
Available in two trims, “S” and “S Special Package,” the Rock Star is powered by the 1.5-liter engine rated for around 129 horsepower. A six-speed manual is standard on both trims, with a six-speed automatic only available on the S Special Package.
Mechanically, it's identical to the MX-5 upon which it is based, with the only notable differences being that the Rock Star has its unique exterior styling and a slightly modified interior.
Also of note, Mitsuoka’s current lineup also includes a Toyota RAV4 made to look like a Chevrolet K5 Blazer and another restyled Miata, this time looking suspiciously like a Morgan Aero 8.
Is imitation the sincerest form of flattery, or is this just a weird-looking Miata?
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You know, toss on some side pipes and I'm a customer.
I dig it.
It's the Corvetty's grandkid. There's an RX-7 under there.
In reply to David S. Wallens :
I agree, Side pipes and im sold.
ChrisTropea said:In reply to David S. Wallens :
I agree, Side pipes and im sold.
And don't give me any of this "it's powered by an inline four so pipes on both sides would be wrong."
Dude, I'm checking off the box for side pipes.
Ever since these broke cover, I've been praying someone would send us one for an LS conversion. C'mon people!
I hate it.
Berkeley yes. I've wanted one bad since they announced them years ago. But once again, the US doesn't get the fun stuff
starting price $41,700 equiv, and sold out of all 50 made. Yeesh. The real deal is not too far from this cost, especially after you throw in a few options.
philacarguy said:starting price $41,700 equiv, and sold out of all 50 made. Yeesh. The real deal is not too far from this cost, especially after you throw in a few options.
You don't buy one of these as a cheap way to get something that looks like a Corvette.
RichardSIA said:LHD version available? Importable to US?
Kit version? Price less than the 'Vette it resembles?
Not really a copy and certain the tooling cost them a bundle since it includes new bumpers and trim.
With GM announcing they are going full retard, er um, Electric, this may become the only option for a real "Corvette" soon.
Buddy, don't use that word. Period. You can have your opinion, but that word shouldn't be used.
We can all point and laugh at the rest of your backwards opinion(s) around cars, but honestly when was the last time you bought a new car?
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