When does a 1995 Mazda Miata cease being a Miata ... under 40,000 miles on them, the pseudo-Z3 is painted Atlanta Blue and actually sports authentic BMW lights (front and rear), grilles and ...

When BMW released the Z3 Roadster in 1995, it was an instant hit. This sleek convertible hoped to capitalize on the success of the Mazda MX-5 Miata, which pumped new life into the segment.