Mazda's 787b has come back to LeMans ... but ...
06-07-2011, 08:53 PM
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Even if they unban it, Mazda probably won't go back, at least not for another couple of years, because this is a money burning game and sadly, the economy right now does not allow a small/mid size company like Mazda to play again right now.
A lot of ppl didn't know Mazda actually won Le Mans, this might be a good time to remind the whole world that Mazda is much better than they thought and rotary engine PWNZ
A lot of ppl didn't know Mazda actually won Le Mans, this might be a good time to remind the whole world that Mazda is much better than they thought and rotary engine PWNZ
Nonetheless though, Mazda wouldn't need to put the 787B back to active duty. Because I'm pretty sure the Furai would show all what Mazda is truly capable of with design and functionability. Unfournately though one can only dream.
06-07-2011, 09:30 PM
#52
I completely agree with ya nycgps. While I believe Mazda has a nitch as having some of the most fun to drive vehicles, they are not winning the battle against fuel economy right now. I know when I began my searchf or a new vehicle I wanted another Mazda badly but none of their vehicles achieving over 35 mpg is heartbreaking.
Nonetheless though, Mazda wouldn't need to put the 787B back to active duty. Because I'm pretty sure the Furai would show all what Mazda is truly capable of with design and functionability. Unfournately though one can only dream.
Nonetheless though, Mazda wouldn't need to put the 787B back to active duty. Because I'm pretty sure the Furai would show all what Mazda is truly capable of with design and functionability. Unfournately though one can only dream.
but honestly, MPG wasn't Mazda's biggest thing. their goal is fun to drive. now with SkyActiv, they should be able to keep Fun to drive + having MPG at the same time, I can't wait.
06-08-2011, 07:22 AM
#53
I completely agree with ya nycgps. While I believe Mazda has a nitch as having some of the most fun to drive vehicles, they are not winning the battle against fuel economy right now. I know when I began my searchf or a new vehicle I wanted another Mazda badly but none of their vehicles achieving over 35 mpg is heartbreaking.
Nonetheless though, Mazda wouldn't need to put the 787B back to active duty. Because I'm pretty sure the Furai would show all what Mazda is truly capable of with design and functionability. Unfournately though one can only dream.
Nonetheless though, Mazda wouldn't need to put the 787B back to active duty. Because I'm pretty sure the Furai would show all what Mazda is truly capable of with design and functionability. Unfournately though one can only dream.
It would be so sweet if Mazda would race a new 4 rotor at Le Mans some day (Not likely).
Paul.
06-08-2011, 07:47 AM
#54
Mazda2 should be able to make that goal, but for some weird reasons it didn't, have something to do with Ford I guess. it makes their Fiesta look better than the Mazda2 when both are actually the same with different bodykit and badge.
but honestly, MPG wasn't Mazda's biggest thing. their goal is fun to drive. now with SkyActiv, they should be able to keep Fun to drive + having MPG at the same time, I can't wait.
but honestly, MPG wasn't Mazda's biggest thing. their goal is fun to drive. now with SkyActiv, they should be able to keep Fun to drive + having MPG at the same time, I can't wait.
.The US market 2 arrived with old technology, which is good and bad (Not Ford's doing). With the Skyactiv stuff on the way and the savings involved, I imagine it was wise to bring it to market with the old style engine, transmission etc.
Paul.
06-09-2011, 01:07 PM
#56
random pics and vids of today's afternoon @ Le Mans 
(sorry for resolution,but are twits from a cellphone IMHO)
http://twitpic.com/5970w1
http://twitpic.com/5970dw
(sorry for resolution,but are twits from a cellphone IMHO)
http://twitpic.com/5970w1
http://twitpic.com/5970dw
Last edited by MattMPS; 06-09-2011 at 01:15 PM.
06-09-2011, 03:24 PM
#58
Jackson, I love reading your comments .
The US market 2 arrived with old technology, which is good and bad (Not Ford's doing). With the Skyactiv stuff on the way and the savings involved, I imagine it was wise to bring it to market with the old style engine, transmission etc.
Paul.
.The US market 2 arrived with old technology, which is good and bad (Not Ford's doing). With the Skyactiv stuff on the way and the savings involved, I imagine it was wise to bring it to market with the old style engine, transmission etc.
Paul.
They're taking Preorders for the 2 in Japan now, I really wonder when they gonna release it in the states. I think they wanna test the engine first in the 2, see if it runs correctly in "real life" scenario. At least if something goes wrong, 2 should be cheaper to fix.
06-09-2011, 05:17 PM
#59
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Speaking of Mazda 2 (Demio) and SKYACTIV..
This IS the First Mazda to use new Engine and Trans...
This 1.3 litre WILL get 63 MPG, taken from Japan's all new Economy Cycle regs (very similar to USA).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gyXiPS9v78
This IS the First Mazda to use new Engine and Trans...
This 1.3 litre WILL get 63 MPG, taken from Japan's all new Economy Cycle regs (very similar to USA).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gyXiPS9v78
06-09-2011, 05:25 PM
#60
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Yeah the tranny really holds it back BUT its actually not different than the fiesta. Ive posted this about a thousand times around the internet but if you look at the mile from epa.gov the Fiesta and the 2 at the same package and price get the same mileage. That is until you up the Fiesta to the special efficient package. but that is also like 5k more than the highest price Mazda2.
06-10-2011, 07:38 AM
#63
I'd guess he's at least 5'10" since I have stood next to some of the people in this picture. He's also in a wide stance.
Being a TV and movie star with a passion and budget for motorsports definitely has it's perks. I guess Mazda has decided to use him in a PR role, allowing him to drive the Le Mans winning 787B and to speak on their behalf in some ways as well (Not to mention driving the RX792P in the US).
It must suck to be Patrick
Paul.
Being a TV and movie star with a passion and budget for motorsports definitely has it's perks. I guess Mazda has decided to use him in a PR role, allowing him to drive the Le Mans winning 787B and to speak on their behalf in some ways as well (Not to mention driving the RX792P in the US).
It must suck to be Patrick
Paul.
06-11-2011, 07:23 AM
#67
latest coverage
Dempsey behind the wheel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=ZH5vTe8Hgl0
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Dempsey behind the wheel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=ZH5vTe8Hgl0
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Last edited by MattMPS; 06-11-2011 at 07:26 AM.
06-11-2011, 06:07 PM
#68
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Where is Johnny???
I know he is driving (and with Audi..I think)...I am pretty sure I read he was permitted to go to the 787B promo...but he in not in the pictures?.
Edit...Oh that's right Johnny spat the dummy when he was pushed aside by Dempsey...typical.
Sorry, but Dempsy has NOTHING to do with this celebration..could he even drive a car when the 787B won?.
...gee I won't be popular...
I know he is driving (and with Audi..I think)...I am pretty sure I read he was permitted to go to the 787B promo...but he in not in the pictures?.
Edit...Oh that's right Johnny spat the dummy when he was pushed aside by Dempsey...typical.
Sorry, but Dempsy has NOTHING to do with this celebration..could he even drive a car when the 787B won?.
...gee I won't be popular...
Last edited by ASH8; 06-11-2011 at 06:15 PM.
06-12-2011, 01:24 AM
#69
he made three laps cheered by folks
06-12-2011, 02:29 AM
#70
I had a friend that went to Le Mans in "92" to be a turn marshal. He was stationed near the Mulsane Kink. I asked him to bring back something about the winning car. He brought back a cheap plastic (no Mazda) LeMans clock, bummer.
06-12-2011, 11:48 PM
#71
Super Moderator
Thanks Matt...there is Johnny!!
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