Mini truckin mazda

From the September issue of Car and Driver. A time comes in everyone's life when there's hauling to be done, mini truckin mazda. Redi-Rents or U-Haul usually fills the bill quite nicely, but if the need persists, one's thoughts inevitably drift toward capital investment.

As a brand, Mazda has gone to great lengths to cultivate its image as a purveyor of sporty, fun-to-drive vehicles. Case in point is its Miata roadster, the iconic rotary-engine RX-7 hatchback , and a catchy Zoom-Zoom ad campaign. But did you know that Mazda has produced pickup trucks since the lates? Introduced to the American market in , Mazda's B-series was largely overshadowed by Ford's Courier , a rebadged version of the same truck but sold with the name recognition and dealership support of the Blue Oval brand. One interesting twist during this era was that between and , Mazda marketed an exclusive and quirky version of the little pickup truck with a rotary engine, appropriately called the Rotary Pickup.

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As a brand, Mazda has gone to great lengths to cultivate its image as a purveyor of sporty, fun-to-drive vehicles. Case in point is its Miata roadster, the iconic rotary-engine RX-7 hatchback , and a catchy Zoom-Zoom ad campaign. But did you know that Mazda has produced pickup trucks since the lates? Introduced to the American market in , Mazda's B-series was largely overshadowed by Ford's Courier , a rebadged version of the same truck but sold with the name recognition and dealership support of the Blue Oval brand. One interesting twist during this era was that between and , Mazda marketed an exclusive and quirky version of the little pickup truck with a rotary engine, appropriately called the Rotary Pickup. Besides the Wankel rotary engine lifted directly from Mazda's RX-4 line of cars, the Rotary Pickup was five to six inches wider than its piston-engine counterpart, with bulging fender flares covering a beefier-than-usual set of wheels and tires. A bespoke front grill and air intake were fitted, as were a larger fuel tank and front disc brakes instead of drums. The Rotary Pickup's larger fuel tank would come in handy since the mini-truck was only capable of about 10 MPG fuel economy, which was on par with full-size V8-powered American trucks at the time.

Mini truckin mazda

Do you remember the first mini truck you laid eyes on? It actually seems to be in a period of resurgence. Proof of the second coming is all around if you know where to look. The renewed interest in the genre makes sense if you consider that, due to its fabrication-heavy foundation, many contemporary automotive personalities have roots in the mini truck community. In its fourth year now, the for-charity event continues to grow, attracting custom cars and trucks from both Canada and the United States. This makes your average mini trucker a bit of a preservationist.

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These mini trucks' hauling capability is remarkable when viewed through the lens of today's massive crew cab pickups with tiny five-foot-long cargo boxes. The Mazda's bed is competitive for volume and payload capacity, but we're a bit concerned about the single-wall side construction of the box. That's all. A few years later, a part-time four-wheel drive system became optional. Case in point is its Miata roadster, the iconic rotary-engine RX-7 hatchback , and a catchy Zoom-Zoom ad campaign. This is where we get into the old school, where trucks were trucks and only modest attempts were made to help them look and act like cars. The Rotary Pickup's larger fuel tank would come in handy since the mini-truck was only capable of about 10 MPG fuel economy, which was on par with full-size V8-powered American trucks at the time. This truck has a ventilation system no more sophisticated than a fifteen-cent fan. With the s gas crunch in full swing, the Rotary Pickup's thirst for fuel was a real deal-killer, and only about 15, were built across all model years. Worse yet, the 1. It neither tingles the palm at idle nor growls back at the rpm redline. With the current crop of "compact" pickups growing ever larger and more luxurious — with a price tag to match — we could use a basic truck like the Mazda today. Like Toyota, the and up B-Series was available in an optional extended cab version called "Cab Plus," with small jump seats fitted behind the front seats. Both trucks had a major redesign in with boxier, refreshed styling. Instead, this engine dutifully pumps out horsepower and 22 miles per gallon.

The 29th annual Mini Truckin Nats in Maggie Valley turned the spotlight on the vibrant world of mini trucks, showcasing an impressive array of these customized marvels. The event not only highlighted the unique artistry of mini truckin but also fostered a sense of unity among enthusiasts from far and wide.

In , the B-series' four-cylinder engine — which had been steadily growing in displacement over the years — finally reached a size of 2. Furthermore, the LUV has one of the crudest rides this side of a farm wagon, partly due to its bias-belted tires. The seats are red and harmonize only with red, white, or black exteriors. From the September issue of Car and Driver. The day is saved. All seven eight if you count both Dodge and Plymouth versions of the mini-Mitsubishi of the small trucks on the market roll through life at 20 mpg or better. The VW's smallness pays off in a few instances. Like Toyota, the and up B-Series was available in an optional extended cab version called "Cab Plus," with small jump seats fitted behind the front seats. Where you pay the piper is inside. Toyota did indeed invent the ever-popular long bed, represented here by its top-of-the-line SR5 model. Skip to Content Research Cars.