Mazda is celebrating the success of its MX-5 GT racer (read our 'driven' story on it here) with, er, a vinyl-roofed Mazda 2 special edition.
Okay, so Mazda is also doing the MX-5 Sport Black, distinguished by "unique paint finishes and an enhanced specification", but a special-edition MX-5 is like a wet July - a predictable occurrence. The return of the vinyl roof, however, is something a bit different.
Based on the 84ps, 1.3-litre Tamura model, the Mazda2 Black has matt black 16-inch alloy wheels, front fog lights, privacy glass and a rear bumper sports trim. Inside, there is the Sports interior with climate control, electric rear windows, and unique 'Black Edition' exterior badging, uniquely numbered interior plaque and Limited Edition floor mats.
Yes, we know - you're all deeply excited. But it also adds a black vinyl roof, 1970s Ford Escort-style. Unfortunately, while we wish it looked like this:
Apparently it looks like this:
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