The Mazda MX-5 1800 RS (NB, J) '00 is a 2nd Generation MX-5 produced by Mazda. It first appears in Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec (as the Mazda MX-5 LS (NB, J) '00).
In-game description
"The improved model of the 2nd generation roadster, with more engine output and a stronger body."
*The Mazda Roadster was sold at the Mazda MX-5/Miata in Europe/US.
In January 1998, nine years after its debut and became an instant classic, the second generation arrived. In Japan, Mazda's Eunos brand had disappeared, so the car became known simply as the Mazda Roadster. Although the look has slightly changed from the original model, the car retained the qualities that made the first-gen Roadster so endearing. Like the original, it was developed under the "rider, horse, one body" philosophy.
Under the hood was the same engine as before, a 1.8L DOHC inline-4 , but output was bumped to 143 BHP and 120.0 lb-ft. Mazda also introduced a new 6-speed manual gearbox to the options list. The first minor change happened in July 2000, when the new 1.8L S-VT was introduced (S-VT stood for Sequential Valve Timing), allowing the 4-cylinder engine to produce 158 HP and 125.1 lb-ft of torque. In Japan, the 1.6-liter DOHC inline-4, rated at 123 HP and 104.8 lb-ft of torque, was revived to go along with a 5-speed manual transmission. In addition to the engine tweaks, Mazda reinforced the body to accommodate the extra power. Also, a new model, the RS-II that featured 16-in. wheels, was added to the lineup. At the end of 2003, a turbocharged version was introduced, boasting 170 HP and 154.0 lb-ft of torque, giving the fun little convertible a mean side.
Acquisition
GT6
This car can be purchased for 23,280 Credits. It is a simplified car.
GT5
As a Standard car, the Mazda MX-5 1800 RS (NB, J) '00 occasionally appears in the Used Car Dealership, costing around 23,280 Credits. It is a Level 0 car.
GTPSP
This car can be purchased for 23,280 Credits.
GT4
This car can be found in the Used Car Dealership (Late '90s) and can be purchased for around 15,000 Credits. The exact price of the car may vary depending on the mileage. It is only possible in the PAL version of the game.
GT3
This car, appearing under the name Mazda MX-5 LS (NB, J) '00 in the PAL version and Mazda MX-5 Miata LS (NB, J) '00 in the NTSC-U version, can be bought at the Mazda dealership for 23,280 Credits. A special light blue colored version can be obtained by getting gold on all National B License tests. This is only possible in the international versions of the game.