[ezryder]

I know this is a bit weird, while I appreciate the simplicity of the dash and interior..well there's the problem perhaps I don't appreciate it. I like busy dashes with gauges, lights and an interior with more "stuff". I just miss my Mini I guess. The Abarth driving experience is sooo much better. So what can I do? Probably ambient lighting is the first step, but what else can I do? Need ideas from y'all.

 

[TomM]

What you need is a mini USB-powered disco ball.

 

[sharkcohen]

We need gauge pods! I want a boost gauge.

 

[ezryder]

We need gauge pods! I want a boost gauge.

But where is there room?

 

[SteveWy]

But where is there room?

their was a guy in the Miata forum that made an A-pillar, 2 or 3 cluster one for the NC version of Miata ...it looked nice

 

[sharkcohen]

I'd be good with an A-pillar replacement with 2 pods. Not an overlay.

 

[hefbadr]

I think the view through the windshield is best, keep your eyes on the road and drive.... gauges?...we don't need "no stinking gauges"....well, tach and fuel....you should be busy enough enjoying the fast ride to notice any other distractions...just my 2c with a touch of humor. Whatever floats your boat.

 

[LongBeachJim]

What you need is a mini USB-powered disco ball.

At age 59, I think this would be perfect for those occasions when I get pulled over by the Highway Patrol.

 

[Y2HBK]

I can understand this. My last car had more going on in the interior and our SUV has a LOT more going on - almost too much. I think my biggest gripe is I wish the infotainment system supported android auto or apple car play. I think that would help with my itch for more "stuff" on the interior.

 

[SJWhiteley]

That's actually what I liked about the 124. Simplicity. I must admit, I'm a bit baffled by having a boost gauge; I thought it would be a good idea, not having a turbo, before, but find that getting the 'feel' of the car would be a better indicator of what is going on with the engine, that's why we have a manual gearbox, right?

Personally, I'd like an oil pressure gauge, voltmeter, but then it probably is also an unnecessary item in a modern engine like this.

 

[ThatsASeamus]

That's actually what I liked about the 124. Simplicity. I must admit, I'm a bit baffled by having a boost gauge; I thought it would be a good idea, not having a turbo, before, but find that getting the 'feel' of the car would be a better indicator of what is going on with the engine, that's why we have a manual gearbox, right?

Personally, I'd like an oil pressure gauge, voltmeter, but then it probably is also an unnecessary item in a modern engine like this.

I'd think there would be plenty of opportunity for expansion for those with the 7" infotainment, since there's an applications subgroup.

However, lack of common platform for development & inputs (aforementioned lack of Google/apple support) will keep these from appearing quickly.

 

[Unknownsir]

However, lack of common platform for development & inputs (aforementioned lack of Google/apple support) will keep these from appearing quickly.

Since the infotainment system is shared with several other Mazda group vehicles there is plenty of shared platform for there to be a drive to get android/apple play on them

 

[ezryder]

Here's some bling!