While we all anxiously await the arrival of the next MX-5, we also should take a moment to reflect on the fact that the current Miata is a excellent sports car in its own right. Here we find ourselves behind the wheel of a third generation MX-5 in Club trim, Mazda's subtle nod to the Miata's strong following in amateur club racing. This particularly racy package includes side stripes, Gunmetal Black 17 inch wheels, black headlight bezels, a front lip spoiler, a rear diffuser, body color matched interior trim pieces, and red stitching to go along with the requisite badging inside and out.<br /> <br />Power comes from a 2.0-liter, 16 valve, DOHC four cylinder mill, generating 167 horsepower and 140lb-ft of torque, which is mated to a six speed manual gearbox. Also included as standard in Club trim are the sport-tuned Bilstein shocks, 205/45R17 performance tires, limited slip differential and power retractable hard top, making this Miata a well spec'd out example indeed.<br /><br />http://www.windingroad.com/articles/reviews/wr-tv-2014-mazda-mx-5-miata-club/<br /><br />Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you'll feel like you're actually sitting in the driver's seat.<br /><br />We upload new videos every week that give quick insight into what our weekly test cars look, feel, and sound like when they're being driven joyfully. If you haven't already, subscribe. <br /><br />Winding Road Media presents automotive and racing products and information to car enthusiasts.<br /><br />http://www.windingroadracing.com offers products and services for car enthusiasts and racers. <br /><br />Winding Road Magazine is a free weekly online magazine written for the car enthusiast, with an intelligent, entertaining perspective. Visit us at http://www.windingroad.com <br /><br />Facebook:<br />https://www.facebook.com/pages/Winding-Road/18921012131
