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Volume 32 - Issue 3 March 2021
The Open Road is published monthly for members of the Indy Miata Club.
The Indy Miata Club assumes no liability for any information contained herein, or damage
resulting from the use of this information.
The ideas, opinions, maintenance or modification tips expressed are to
be used at the reader’s discretion. Individual contributors and/or
the editors express no approval, authentication, or endorsement.
What’s Inside p.2 Officers’ Meeting P-3 Miatas on Main p.4 Your Rally? Miata Discovery P-5 In search of a Miata P-6 In Search… (cont’d) P.7 Event Updates P.8 Events/Kudos P.9 Miatas on the Web P.10 Dealer Promotions P.11 IMC Items for Sale P.12 Classifieds P.13 Letters/Member Pics End of the Road P.14 Just one more thing
The Open Road The Official Newsletter of the
Indy Miata Club “The Fun Starts Here!”
The President’s Corner by Aaron Workman Hello Indy Miata Club! Spring weather is just around the corner, vaccinations are ramping up and college hoops are descending on Indiana! Are you ready for some Miata Madness? I know Jill and I are ready to get out of the house!
This week I was rereading and article from AutoGuide entitled, 10 Things Mazda Miata Owners Understand Better Than Anyone Else. CLICK HERE to read the article. Hope you read all 10, but here’s “thing” number 9:
Send “Letters to the Editor” about anything related to The Open Road to [email protected]. See all issues of The Open Road HERE.
There Really can be a Connection Between Driver and Car. “If you ever watched the older episodes of Top Gear starring Jeremy Clarkson,
Richard Hammond and James May, you know the three often talk about the connection between driver and car. It’s actually a part of the MX-5 Miata’s
mantra, what the Japanese automaker refers to as Jinba Ittai. Mazda relates the relationship between driver and car to the symbiotic relationship developed over time by a horse and rider. In the company’s eyes,“driving the MX-5 Miata
feels like a natural extension of your being.” The former program manager for the MX-5 at Mazda Japan, Takeo Kijima
explained how the company worked hard to implement the latest technologies and the Jinba Ittai principle into the Miata: “For instance, the location of the shift lever, whether it’s more in the front, off to the side or farther back, will
determine what muscles are used to operate it. We need to balance the amount of strength needed to feel oneness.”
At the end of the day, you can’t help but agree with Kijima when he says, “When the car and driver are in perfect harmony, driving is fun.”
When I am asked why I love the Miata/MX-5 so much, there are plenty of reasons, some mentioned in the article. “Easy to work on”, “affordable”, “the history back to 1989”, but the connection to the driving experience is my top “thing”. Do you find yourself volunteering to go to the store just so you can drive the Miata? Yep, I am guilty! Then your spouse wonders where you have been for the last two hours! “Oh, I took the long way home” is my standard reply. Or how about driving aimlessly for that perfect photo op in the middle of nowhere? Especially if you can figure out how to get your Miata in the picture frame. Join us in the Indy Miata forum some time to discuss the 10 things. (continued on page 2.)
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The Club officers met (online) on February 23rd. Highlights of that meeting are summarized below.
Discussions centered around officer responsibilities and work flow, new-member acquisitions, current member renewals, our presence on Facebook, relationships with other Indiana Miata Groups, and upcoming events, with emphasis on “Miatas on Main” (See page 3.)
Our total paid 2021 membership to date is 68. Two new members joined us in February:
Leslie Earl Bryan (2000 Blue) Scott and Crystal Rea (2006 Galaxy Gray Sport).
While we’re on the subject of membership…remember…If you haven’t done it yet… It’s WAY, WAY past time to renew your membership.
Dues for returning members are $20.00. Renewal can be done on the PAYMENTS page of our website.
Club Officers will meet again on March 30th. If you have any topic that you would like brought up at that meeting, please contact one of the officers and let them know.
2021 Club OFFICERS. President—Aaron Workman [email protected] Vice President—Brent Lykens [email protected] Treasurer—Ben Hecht [email protected] Treasurer (2021)—Jeff Hartling—Turnover in Progress Secretary—Sonya Cady [email protected] Membership Director—Tom Bowers [email protected] Website Editor—Tom Harrison [email protected] Newsletter Editor—Richard Hoogerwerf [email protected] Events Coordinator—Currently filled by the Vice President
(President’s Corner—cont’d) Speaking of wandering and taking photos, you must check out fellow club members Gary & Linda Weidman on Facebook. Here is the link. Gary and his MX-5 are wandering all over Indiana what seems like daily. His photo subjects and composition are magic, all done with a cell phone! He needs to publish his work, great coffee table book material!
Our season kickoff event is just around the corner. Join us for” Miatas on Main”, Big Woods Restaurant, Speedway, IN, March 29th. Our informal “meet n’ greet” will run from 6pm till 8pm. Parking at Big Woods can be limited but please try to park along Main Street heading north. Hoping for wonderful weather but we’ll be there rain or shine. The monthly event is open to any Miata owner and will be a great opportunity to make new friends.
Aaron & Jill Workman
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Begin the Driving Season at “Miatas on Main”
March 29th, 6:00 p.m. at Big Woods, Speedway!!! 1002 Speedway, IN (10th & Main)
Sponsored by Indy Miata Club but ALL MIATAS ARE WELCOME!
Please park on Main street if possible.
Grab a bite while you drool over the assembled Miatas and chat with friends and soon-to-be-friends.
“Meet (masked)
’n Greet”
(socially distanced)
This is planned to be a monthly event during the last week of each month (most often on the last Monday of the month.)
Watch the website and The Open Road for specific dates.
Rain or Shine!
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Of course, you could put on a Rally! Organizing a rally can be a fun and rewarding experience! The Guidebook for Rally Masters, in only 13 pages, contains just about anything and everything you need to know to successfully put on a Club Rally. You’ll learn about general rally “rules and procedures” and how to actually run the rally. There are several checklists and sample forms and instructions for you to refer to as you plan and execute the rally. This is not a “rule book,” it is just a helpful guide.
Also, if you are looking for Rally ideas, click on Rally Routes, and you’ll find the details on nearly every past rally held by the Club.
However, perhaps your greatest asset in preparing to organize a rally is to consult with one of our experienced Club Members (called “Rally Mentors”) who have run rallies in the past and who have agreed to advise new rally organizers, answer questions and give tips on things that worked for them and things to avoid. If you would like to take advantage of the experience of a Club Member who has successfully put on a rally in the past, contact the Vice President [email protected] who is currently fulfilling the duties of Events Coordinator (since we don’t have an Events Coordinator at this time.) Let the Vice President know of your interest and what the rally or event is intended to entail. Then, if you want some coaching, the V.P. will link you up with one of the Rally Mentors who will help you get started.
Remember… “The Fun Starts Here!”
Have fun organizing your rally! Club Members will appreciate it and the fun will have started with you!
Discovering Miata Personal Stories from IMC Members
This column will be devoted to your recollections of how you came to enter the world of Miata. This can be a paragraph or an essay.
In the February edition of The Open Road, Aaron Workman shared his memories of how, “… a family friend kept tossing me the keys to his NA or his NB. He would also invite us to Brown County drives. We were hooked, and I knew someday I would have to have my own Miata…” When he finally, in 2013, got his 2001 SE BRG, “…the addiction started.”
The next couple of pages are an attempt to follow Aaron’s lead and continue what we hope will be a recurring column—written by Club Members—as they share their Miata discovery stories with The Open Road. Please send your story to [email protected] for inclusion in future issues. Thanks!
My
Miata
Story
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“In Search of a Miata” (or, it “Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time”) by Richard Hoogerwerf
Having arrived, finally, at owning the absolute, 100% all-time favorite car of my life, I decided to take a narrative stroll through the history of cars that I thought would be my favorites of all time and turned out, as you’ll see, to mostly have been seemingly good ideas…at the time.
I remember, back in the 70’s, I was cruising along on a mostly deserted North Carolina road when I nearly got whiplash as I turned to get a look at a Fiat Spider on the lot of a rural used car dealer. Had to have it! Review? The brakes sort of worked most of the time, it burnt up so many alternators that when I finally traded it in, the Fiat dealer sent me a (joke) letter saying they were going to have to go out of business now since I wouldn’t be in for my monthly alternator replacement. Also, the rust wasn’t exactly a “problem,” per se, it was more of a daily adventure, keeping up with new spots that developed pretty much everywhere. Not a problem! But…enough about that…
I traded the Fiat in for a brand new MG Midget. It was the sweetest, most fun car I had ever been in! What could go wrong? Well, it was a special British-built model called a “WIWR.” Unfortunately, I later found out, this stood for “When It Was Running,” which wasn’t all that often. The engine overheated regularly and once even boiled the paint on the hood, due to poor insulation. Everything electrical malfunctioned at least once, the transmission died, but occasionally it actually started right up…yeah, another not so “good idea at the time.”
Had a Honda Del sol once, which was configured a bit like the Miata RF, except that removing the roof was a manual operation and it had a power rear window. I kind of liked the Del Sol but the tops were notorious for leaking and my current Miata would have left it in the dust.
Somewhere along the line I picked up a Suburu XT Coupe. The feature that tipped the scales and made me buy it was the dashboard, which was configured like a rocket ship with lights and animated features that begged you to take your eyes off of the road to watch the action…it was kind of like a video game. That should give you some idea of what an informed and mature buyer I was and how methodically I sought out important safety and performance features… Well, maybe not so much…But, a good idea at the time!
Ahh! The Corvette! GM doesn’t play fair with Corvettes. It was 1999 and on a lark, I had been looking at the C5’s at a dealership, trying to convince myself that a lease payment in excess of $750 (to say nothing of the insurance hike) was a really good idea. (By the way, ladies, that’s a mental process usually known only to men, so please just ignore it and read on.) Anyway, I had just about decided to walk away when two momentous events occurred: 1) The salesman took me over to their warehouse where they had just gotten in a new “Magnetic Red Metallic” convertible he wanted me to see. When I walked through the door and saw it, my breath was actually taken away. (Watch for this phrase to occur again—it seems to be a recurring problem that I have with cars.) 2) My girlfriend’s mother (who drove a red Trans Am) told me that there was no discussion needed—I just had to get the Corvette. (I’ve never been able to confirm this, but I suspect her desire to ride in it—or perhaps drive it—might have been behind her encouragement.) Anyway, this was the ultimate, never-to-be-topped, amateur-car-nut’s dream, right? Well….. yes, it had couldn’t-take-your-eyes-off-of-it appearance, its acceleration threw you back in the seat with ease, it stopped on a dime and cornered better than I could have imagined (remember, I hadn’t yet driven a Miata at that time.) (continued on the next page)
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(In Search of a Miata—continued) So again, What Could Go Wrong? Well, my wife, Jeanne (the girlfriend I spoke of earlier) and I were on a trip to Texas and got up one morning to a message on the Corvette’s display that read something like this: “Step away from the car! Do not start it! Do not drive it! Have it towed immediately to a dealership for repair or you will surely die!) No, I’m not kidding! Well…the wording might have been a bit less dramatic, but that’s what I read when confronted by what the computer was telling me was a “Dead Corvette!” (There was no apology in the message concerning the over $50,000 price tag.) So, being a responsible car owner and thinking, “What could possible go wrong?,” I started it up and drove to the Dealership. The dealer confirmed the problem (which was with the steering system) and said they would have to order parts (this was a Saturday morning.) So, we had to rent an insult (I mean, a Ford Taurus, the only rental available) to complete our trip. — An aside here—Imagine your vacation in your new Corvette and all you imagined that would entail, downgraded to a Ford Taurus commute. Really?! — Anyway, I never got over that disappointment, nor did I ever trust the car again. So, no surprise here, when the lease was up, the ‘Vette was gone, and my vow to “…never buy another GM car!” was made. As you will see, “vow” was probably too strong a word.
So, let’s talk about that Chevy HHR SS. I know it’s not a “sports car,” but its aggressive SS styling and its engine with double the horsepower of the base model HHR, coupled with a manual transmission, was a fun, practical detour. (See how I got that word ‘practical’ in there to help convince myself what a good idea this was?) Anyway, it was a reliable, quick and, for a time, fun car to drive. It went away, really, only because of that one intangible defect some cars have—I got bored with it.
So, this time I would get the “ultimate” sports car. It would be quick, agile, reliable and just too much fun. So, I test drove and immediately ordered an Audi TT. It was billed as all of the above and the test drive was (even though I didn’t know it then) very much like driving a Miata. So, again, What Could Go Wrong? (Am I seeing a pattern here?) Five months after I ordered the TT (and after many, many calls to the dealership) it was determined that the former salesman had never actually ordered the car and, it appeared, may have pocketed my deposit. An apologetic general manager returned my deposit and quickly ushered me out the door. - Across the street was the Volkswagen dealer and I had heard about their new Turbo S model Beetle, so since I was in the neighborhood, I stopped in. Volkswagen and Audi being from the same Corporation, they convinced me that the Audi TT was (their words) “…actually a Turbo S Beetle with a face lift.” One test ride later and I drove home with the Beetle you see at the right. Fun, quick car with one odd quirk. Every time it hit 45 mph, I looked around to see what had fallen off of the car, since they had a “pop-up” spoiler that went, noisily, up and down with speed. Not a problem, just an oddity.
Over the years, there were other non-sports-car acquisitions: 1941 Pontiac, 1949 Ford Coupe, Studebaker Lark, Datsun Pickup Truck, AMC Pacer, Ford Pinto, Pontiac “Executive,” two Nissan Jukes and my current Mazda CX-5. However, a few years ago, after getting a clean bill of health from the Sports Car Rehab Center, I began surfing the web and wouldn’t you know it, I came across a car that actually took my breath away (I know… I know…) So, here I am today with the “absolute, 100%, all-time favorite car of my life,” my 2017 Miata RF. Love it! (Did I say I love it?)
So, why did it take me so long to find it? Why wasn’t Miata on my radar screen all those years? If I had noticed the NA in 1990, I would probably have saved enough to allow me to be hanging out with Bill Gates and his crowd today. But I haven’t a clue how the Miata escaped me…it seems that I’ve bought nearly every other brand of car over the years!
I guess I’ll never know the answer to that question, but at least I finally “came home” to Miata, and that’s where I’m going to stay, because it sure seems like a good idea at this time.
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Event UpdatesPlanning for the following events is underway—COVID Permitting, of course.
Check the IMC Events website link and future newsletters for more details.
April Fuel Weekend #2 April 23-25 - General Butler State Park Lodge - Carrolton, KY.
Registration is open for the Mazda MX-5 Cup Race being held at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio from May 14-16.
CORRECTION to the February 2021 Edition of The Open Road The dates for the MX-5 Cup Race trip were incorrectly given as May 12-14. The correct dates are May 14-16.
We have a block of 15 King rooms at the Comfort Inn Polaris ($109 + Tax/Fees/nite) which will be available through April 30th.
There are also many other hotels nearby (I-71/Lyra Drive, Columbus) if you prefer.
The group will meet on Friday Evening, May 14th (time to be determined) at the Comfort Inn Polaris, 8400 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240.
On Saturday morning we will meet in the Comfort Inn Polaris parking lot, departing at (time to be determined) for the 45-minute drive to the track. The Schedule of Events and ticket prices haven’t been published yet, but based on last year’s event, expect a lot of activity (qualifying, practice, etc.) with actual races starting around 9 a.m. and ticket prices around $40. There should be several organizations running that day with all sorts of cars racing (not just Spec Miata) including BMW, Porsche, etc.
We are also planning an optional ride into Amish Country on Saturday afternoon and another gathering Saturday evening. (Still mulling over Sunday plans.)
The “Night before the Indy 500” Mingle—May 29 Behind McDonalds at 146th & HazelDell Gather at 6:00 p.m. Drivers’ meeting @ 6:20 Depart @ 6:30 - Short ride to DQ on 32
Note: Informed sources tell us that Dairy Queen Ice Cream has
no fat, no calories and is highly recommended by health nuts.
(See the disclaimer on Page 1.)
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Marietta Madness 2021—June 4-6 Don’t miss this opportunity to visit one of the premier Miata Playgrounds east of the Mississippi. The advantage of the roads in Southeast Ohio is the total lack of traffic and (mostly) smooth wide asphalt roads. But Southeast Ohio isn’t just about the roads. The town of Marietta has many fabulous attractions and some unique shopping and antiquing opportunities. For more information about Marietta and Southeast Ohio, go to www.mariettaohio.org where you will find information regarding lodging, restaurants, shopping and other attractions.
Kudos Think of this as the “thumbs up” column of The Open Road.
Excellence deserves reward and most of us highly value referrals from trustworthy sources. Of course, in this column, the focus will primarily be on Miata-related products and services, but really, any exceptional experience that you’ve had in the marketplace would be valuable to know about and your opinion would be appreciated by our members. These are people and places you tell stories about and recommend to friends. The following was submitted this month
Thanks to Gary Weidman for submitting this Kudos Award. “I’d like to highly recommend 32 Automotive, 3615 East State Road 32, Lebanon 317-557-9159 for all of your automotive needs, from oil changes to major repairs. Linda and I have known Eric and Dusty Doerr for almost 30 years. Eric was a long-time technician at Ray Skillman Westside Mazda, and has recently opened his own shop. He has ASE Master Certification and is also Mazda Master Certified, licensed, and insured. He has a professional service facility just east of Lebanon. Service is available for Mazdas and nearly all other makes. Eric has worked on our various Miatas and CX-5s for many years, first at Skillman, and more recently, at his shop. Eric and Dusty now have their own NC Miata and are new members of the Indy Miata Club (as of late 2020).”
Past Kudos Langford’s Collision (See the Feb ’21 Edition of The Open Road) Please help grow this section by sending the details of your Kudos recipients (with a brief explanation) to [email protected] for inclusion in future issues.
3rd Annual Tire Squeal! ANYTIME between June 12 - 27, 2021.
Event Updates (continued)
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Miatas On The Web
This section highlights websites that might interest any Miata owner.
[Thanks to Steve Crouse for submitting this article’s URL for the Newsletter.] Mazda MX-5 Miata: Guide to Every Generation [Road & Track Article] From the Article: “When it debuted at the 1989 Chicago Motor Show, few could have foreseen what a huge impact the little Mazda MX-5 Miata was going to have. Through more than three decades, there have been sports cars that are lighter, more agile, and certainly more powerful. But in terms of driving delight, the Miata has always punched above its weight.” This well-written, 2021 article looks at each generation with great pictures and informative discussions of each generation’s features, quirks, pros and cons and differences. Very informative and a real treat to read.
Mazda Miata Racecars - We Drive Every Generation [9:34] KBB Description of the Video: “The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a brilliant handling street car. Unsurprisingly, it’s also a highly capable race car. Kelley Blue Book editor Micah Muzio learned that fact first-hand during our Spec Miata video series, but his experience was largely limited to the first-generation Miata. To truly understand the Miata’s connection to racing it’s valuable to spend time in each of the 4 Miata generations.” The KBB editor drives all four generations. Great video clips and comments.
2017 SCCA Runoffs “Indianapolis” Broadcast-Spec Miata [56:16} If you just can’t get enough Spec Miata racing, this video should help solve that problem. It covers the entire 2017 Spec Miata runoff race at the Indy 500 Track. To learn more about Sports Car Club of America (SSCA), check out their website.
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata Suspension Deep Dive [Article plus 11:06 Video] This Techie’s Dream site contains 24 very clear, detailed pictures of everything you would see if you did a “deep dive” into the 2020 MX-5 suspension. If you scroll past all 24 of the pictures you will arrive at the video which takes you step by step through an identification and description of every part of the suspension system. Dan Edmunds, the narrator, is articulate and obviously knowledgable.
The 10 Best CHEAP MX-5 Miata Engine Mods! [7:29] One more video for the most serious Techies—This video moves from relatively “simple” mods all the way to replacing the engine or adding a turbo charger. As a “non-techie,” this was an intimidating video but one that I suspect knowledgable aficionados will really appreciate.
Please help expand this section by sending the URL of your favorite site(s) to [email protected] for inclusion in future issues.
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Dealership and Vendor Promotions (updated Dec. 2020)
The Hubler Automotive Group has been serving Indiana drivers for nearly 60 years. We are home of the 10 year/200,000 mile powertrain warranty.
DISCOUNTS and special offers for Indy Miata Club Members: •S-Plan pricing to current members. •Pre-Owned pricing from over 1,500 in stock pre-owned vehicles. •A 17% discount for parts/service and accessories. •$79.95 alignment service to Club Members. •Multiple no charge Service Loaners available when needed. •Custom tire replacement quotes to Club Members. •Free statewide delivery on new vehicle purchases. Enjoy our newly renovated state of the art Mazda facility. 1253 U.S. 31 South - 317-885-7379 - hublermazda.com Indy’s First Mazda Dealer since 1972! At Tom Roush Mazda, we’re all about facilitating a pleasant, successful and exciting dealership experience. Whether you’re visiting us for your next new Mazda, used car, service or car part, you can expect a team that’s dedicated to your satisfaction. We take pride in being your go-to full-service Mazda dealer near Indianapolis and Carmel, and we’re always working hard to ensure our customers’ needs are met. Our #1 goal is to make sure every 525 David Brown Dr. customer has a great experience when they visit our store. Westfield, IN 46074 800-891-3056
Exclusive DISCOUNTS for Indy Miata Club Members… tomroushmazda.com • 15% off regular labor rate or any accessory purchase. • S-Plan pricing to eligible customers. • 3 years of pre—paid maintenance on the purchase of any new Miata. Unlimited
Car Washes in our BRAND-NEW state-of-the-art Carwash. Synthetic oil change, tire rotations, multi point inspections and 24-hour roadside assistance. This is for 3 years/5 services total. Service includes oil change, tire rotation and multi point inspection.
• Saturday service hours 7:30-12:00
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Benefits for Indy Miata Club Members • First year dues to the Indy Miata Club after purchase of a new or used Miata. • S-Plan pricing to current members • 15% off all Parts, Accessories and Labor rates FREE COOKIES! • Sales Hours 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. M-S • Saturday Service Hours 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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IMC Clothing Don’t forget that we have two stores for Indy Miata Club apparel.
The Indy Miata Club Clothing Shop specializes in T-Shirts and Hoodies.
The Lands End Store handles polos, jackets sweatshirts, etc. with the IMC logo embroidered on the item.
Indy Miata Club Stickers Interested in an I.M.C. Windshield Sticker? The cost is $5.25.
How about an IMC Logo? You have 5 options:
• Limited Edition, 3” Die Cut Vinyl Sticker: $2.00 each. Thick, durable vinyl protects stickers from scratching, rain and sunlight. Dishwasher safe!
• 3” Holographic sticker: $2.00 each. Coated with a protective laminate, these are durable, resistant to fading, scratching or tearing, and are water resistant/dishwasher safe. Great for your car, mug or any smooth surface.
• 3” Ohio 555 Triple Nickel Holographic sticker: $2.00 each.
• 4” Static Cling IMC Logo (for inside windshield): $2.00 each.
• 5” Fender Magnet: $5.00 each.
To purchase any of these items, contact Tom Bowers at a Club Event or at [email protected]
You can access both clothing sites from HERE.
High Quality Indy Miata Club Mug with business card logo.
Price approximately $16.00 (Discounts may apply.)
If there is enough interest in this mug, we will make it available through the Club. Let us know if you’re interested at [email protected].
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Member Classifieds Ads may be placed by members for Miata-related items you wish to sell or buy.
The headings will be, “For Sale” and “Wanted to Buy.” In addition, short articles can be included for Club Members with professional services to promote.
Ads received by the first of the month will appear in that month’s edition.
If you want to place a classified ad: •Assemble all of the information you want in the ad. As a minimum:
oA complete description of the item. oA picture (if appropriate) oAsking price oContact information (email, phone, etc.)
•Email all of this to [email protected] and [email protected]. Including both addresses will ensure that your ad gets in The Open Road newsletter and on the website under the heading “CLASSIFIEDS.”
Please email both the editor and the webmaster when your ad is no longer needed.
For Sale 2004 MazSpd Velocity Red - Many extras - 93K miles. Price Reduced to $10,000. Details on Club Classified webpage. Contact John at [email protected]
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Hello everyone. Hope everyone is well. On Friday, March 19th from 7-10 p.m. and again on Saturday April 17th from 3-6 p.m., we will be playing at Urban Vines Winery and Brewing Co, 303 E. 161st St, in Westfield. www.urban-vines.com Urban Vines has wine and beer, for those who partake. The only other booking we have right now is for Saturday, September 11th from 2-5 p.m. at Blackhawk Winery & Vineyard, 28153 Ditch Rd., Sheridan IN 46069. www.blackhawkwinery.com I will update everyone as our schedule changes. We want everyone to stay healthy, so please think about wearing masks and social distancing when you can. We look forward to seeing you. Thanks! Eric Drumwright
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Bruce & Brenda DurellDave & Ann Ballard
End of the RoadThe next issue is planned for April.
Gotta Love Spring!
Club Members’ Miatas Each month we’ll feature pictures of Miatas belonging to Club Members.
If you have a picture of your Miata that you would like featured, send it to [email protected]
This section will appear in every issue and will include communication from members and,
if appropriate, responses from the Editor. To be included in the current issue,
letters must be received by the first of the month. No Letters to the Editor were received this month.
Richard & Kathie KakoczkiSOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
If you don’t have a picture posted under “Members”
on our website, please consider submitting one, along with a brief bio. Thanks!
Just one more thing…..
March 14th
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Thought we’d finish this edition with a plug for our sister communications vehicle…the
Indy Miata Club Forum “If we’re not driving our cars, we’re talking about them…”
Current Categories under “Let’s Talk” All of these are pretty self-explanatory.
IMC Events Roads you should drive
Mazda Talk Maintenance
Tires and Wheels Upgrades and Modifications
OTM (Other than Miata) Land of Misfit Topics
Your Administrator posts stuff and answers questions here…
(New categories may be added in the future in response to demand.)
This is a potentially valuable source of information for Club Members and a great opportunity to share ideas and opinions…
…but it is (unfortunately) little-used by most members.
Check it out! Give it a try! Send your comments to [email protected]
and they will be published under “Letters to the Editor.”
Note: You must be signed on to the website to access the Forum.