Inventor of the Miata Reacts to Tiktok Miatas

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  • čas přidán 17. 04. 2024
  • We asked the creator of the Mazda Miata, Bob Hall, to break down some of the wildest Miata builds on the internet.
    Huge thanks to our expert, Bob Hall, for joining us for this video.
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  • @yuriparasite1344
    @yuriparasite1344 Před 14 dny +34679

    I don't know what I find harder to believe, the fact you got Daddy Miata on your show, or Daddy Miata is an absolute G.

    • @SilentSno
      @SilentSno Před 14 dny +665

      You mean an OFG! LMAO!

    • @leecline5759
      @leecline5759 Před 14 dny +311

      In that first photo in the video, the gentlemen second from the left is Norman Garrett, one of the engineers who worked on the NA Miata. I had him for 2 classes in college and he was cool as shit. It's not a surprise at all that the other madmen behind the Miata were also dope.

    • @JD-rd4pk
      @JD-rd4pk Před 14 dny +94

      you have forever impacted my life cause Bob will forever live on as Daddy Miata in my head hereonafter.

    • @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg
      @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg Před 14 dny +63

      This guy is amazing. His story about how he worked on the car in his spare time, and how the Japanese bosses were testing his dedication, is just hugely inspirational.

    • @davidhollenshead4892
      @davidhollenshead4892 Před 14 dny +29

      @@Dr.TJ_Eckleburg Japan also expects their employees to work like slaves...

  • @CoRsaMan
    @CoRsaMan Před 14 dny +24907

    No way you actually got the inventor himself on the channel. Really shows the dedication to the channel, props!

    • @realmechanicstuff
      @realmechanicstuff  Před 14 dny +1571

      Thank you!! We pour ourselves into this channel every single day because WE HAVE THE BEST FANS!!! Your incredible appreciation of our work keeps us driven when we're working long days ❤️

    • @RyanStonedonCanadianGaming
      @RyanStonedonCanadianGaming Před 14 dny +289

      "can I have my money now" 😂
      + Bob is awesome, glad you (RMS/Donut) got him on the show.
      ~15:07

    • @fawnsans
      @fawnsans Před 14 dny +10

      @@realmechanicstuff spinning on it

    • @KantslerOlaf
      @KantslerOlaf Před 14 dny +52

      @@realmechanicstuff Tell me - is it just me or does jimmy look exactly like his grandson. They have the exact same face. In a good sense.

    • @explodeder
      @explodeder Před 14 dny +42

      @@realmechanicstuffYou’ve GOT to get him into a Miata on a racetrack. He is INCREDIBLE. I can only imagine how hilarious his commentary would be.

  • @MrJekum
    @MrJekum Před 10 dny +573

    One of the best interviews I have ever seen. This guy just became my hero and I will never look at a Miata the same.

  • @mazda9624
    @mazda9624 Před 10 dny +463

    Bob Hall is insanely funny and charismatic. You'd think he's a Hollywood actor or something with the way he presents himself! Thanks for having him on the show. This was a real treat.

    • @user-wh1dm6bc9k
      @user-wh1dm6bc9k Před 8 dny +1

      How. right you are he is Presenting himself as the Designer. Creator and Inventor of the Eunos Roadster aka Mazda Miata when in reality it was Designed, Created and Invented by Masakatsu Kato. Nothing worse than Yanks claiming they made something that was actually made by someone else

    • @PiratePyroFilms
      @PiratePyroFilms Před 7 dny +1

      thought it was Wallace Shawn at first

    • @mazda9624
      @mazda9624 Před 7 dny

      @@PiratePyroFilms My *exact* thoughts

    • @user-Nerd72ekd82kw
      @user-Nerd72ekd82kw Před 7 dny

      Reminds me of Dr brown from bttf

    • @DarthSeanious
      @DarthSeanious Před 7 dny

      He was lame af

  • @wisconsineaglesfan7925
    @wisconsineaglesfan7925 Před 14 dny +22463

    "This is one of the downsides of living in a free country." 100%!!!

    • @aleppo1
      @aleppo1 Před 14 dny +334

      I was so happy he said it

    • @orangedream267
      @orangedream267 Před 14 dny +223

      This guy's a riot.

    • @Quadriple.
      @Quadriple. Před 14 dny +39

      Real

    • @aitor9158
      @aitor9158 Před 14 dny +172

      im from a not-so-free country (in car related aspect)
      i disagree very hard, wish i could do whatever i wanted with my own car

    • @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg
      @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg Před 14 dny +100

      @@aitor9158 Very much understandable... we really take for granted our ability to modify cars here without the government stopping us in any serious way.

  • @bradbender_
    @bradbender_ Před 14 dny +5590

    Bob had no business going this hard 🤣

  • @JohnGeorgeHill
    @JohnGeorgeHill Před 8 dny +142

    I met Bob and his twin brother up in the canyons of the Hollywood Hills. We all used to race up there between Coldwater Canyon and Mullholland. Bob and Jim were incredibly funny and we always had a good time talking cars. They both spoke Japanese too. We loved the Lotus Elan, so when Bob worked at Mazda, he was able to get them to recreate the Lotus by making the Miata. Really happy for his success.

    • @mrbuttons1243
      @mrbuttons1243 Před 6 dny +6

      Wow, I can't imagine two of them in the same room. One is crazy enough.

    • @woodensauce1063
      @woodensauce1063 Před 6 dny +6

      You're telling me not only did you meet the guy who created the miata, but you met him on canyons. That's amazing!

    • @JohnGeorgeHill
      @JohnGeorgeHill Před 3 dny +2

      Also, there’s a movie about us inspired by a magazine article about our canyon racing. Called “King of the Mountain,” it starred Harry Hamlin and Dennis Hopper playing crazy as usual. It’s laughably bad. In the peak years there would be at least a hundred people watching from “the pits” at the top of the hill, with tow trucks waiting for mishaps.

  • @gaugea
    @gaugea Před 9 dny +49

    im not a car person. im not sure why i clicked on this, but im glad i did. what an incredibly intelligent man. id love to hear him talk for hours

    • @DBD_CHRISTFL
      @DBD_CHRISTFL Před 6 dny +2

      Bro me too. I guess we thought that an owner watch's tiktok's of his cars would be cool.

  • @faultyserver2087
    @faultyserver2087 Před 14 dny +10303

    1:12 "Can I have my money now" BRO IS A LEGEND

    • @mrbushi1062
      @mrbushi1062 Před 14 dny +438

      right the "this is a downside of living in a free country" killed me XD

    • @GSBarlev
      @GSBarlev Před 14 dny +104

      Jimmy alienated his hero literally 60s into the vid. How's that for a speedrun! 😂
      Seriously though-this is an amazing get. I don't know how the Donut team pulled it off, but major props.

    • @realmechanicstuff
      @realmechanicstuff  Před 14 dny +1079

      He's the only person we've ever met you can hilariously reference Rick & Morty and Casablanca in the space of 1 minute. 😂

    • @Nathankinamorh
      @Nathankinamorh Před 14 dny +37

      Dude is hysterical 🤣

    • @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg
      @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg Před 14 dny +45

      They really had no idea what they were getting with this guy 😂

  • @pilkjaer
    @pilkjaer Před 14 dny +1635

    Engineer at day, stand-up comedian at night. This dude is a legend. Thank you so much for inviting him.

    • @lucasrem
      @lucasrem Před 14 dny +9

      He is not the engineer, Masda did that !
      he is the American market, needing it.
      He did gave us the Mazda MX5 !

    • @SupraSav
      @SupraSav Před 13 dny +29

      You must remember, this man convinced Japan to make a car they didn't want to make. He definitely has some social skills.

    • @randomcommenterurl
      @randomcommenterurl Před 10 dny +1

      More like PR during the day, designer at night

  • @mesothelioma2008
    @mesothelioma2008 Před 10 dny +76

    3:15 “When they’re new and tight, they’re fine, … “Monocock” unibody car, they loosen up…my cars got 50k miles in it and its looser than it was…that big rain in California. It did leak in that” That giggle from production bro 😭😭

  • @pchris6662
    @pchris6662 Před 10 dny +71

    Miata's rule. I bought mine way back in 91, and here it is 33 years later and many different vehicles, bikes, dune buggies, side by sides later...the Miata is still the most fun car I ever owned. Thanks Bob.

    • @lym3204
      @lym3204 Před 8 dny +3

      I had a 92 and learned how to instinctively handle weight distribution in turns and swerves on that car which made me better able to dodge accidents later with that knowledge.

    • @brandondickie3456
      @brandondickie3456 Před 7 dny +2

      @@lym32044 bangers are weaker than bigger engines, but driving them as manuals is more of a challenge than anything else, which makes for a better driver. Not coping, I’d take a V8 at some point in my life, I could’ve traded for a 2009 3 valve mustang or some shit instead, but I went for a 2013 FRS 6mt just because it had very low miles for the age. It’s a bitch to drive as my first manual, but I love it. NO torque to cover for your shifts, you gotta nail that shit to be smooth.

    • @DarthSeanious
      @DarthSeanious Před 7 dny

      Convertible with no power. Overrated as fuck. Fit for hairdressers and receptionists

    • @DarthSeanious
      @DarthSeanious Před 7 dny

      ​@@lym3204yea sure bro your shit bucket will destroy other cars

  • @256SAnkalp
    @256SAnkalp Před 14 dny +3483

    "the last designer is the buyer" - that should be framed by donut. This is gold and pure genius !!!

    • @totallyrandomuser5760
      @totallyrandomuser5760 Před 14 dny +128

      Would be interesting to see someone try this line against Ferrari in a legal battle

    • @rubenmarien2534
      @rubenmarien2534 Před 14 dny +4

      Totes!

    • @anthonyharrell3122
      @anthonyharrell3122 Před 14 dny +3

      I was searching for this comment to make sure i wasn’t the only one

    • @milkypickle9654
      @milkypickle9654 Před 13 dny +31

      @@totallyrandomuser5760 according to ferrari, they're just "leasing" the car for a long time

    • @rushthezeppelin
      @rushthezeppelin Před 13 dny +2

      As someone who just had a modded out off-road 4runner that I did all the work, wrecked it and about to start doing the same with a Sequoia this is definitely gold.

  • @chrisdraughn5941
    @chrisdraughn5941 Před 11 dny +1668

    Was not expecting the designer of the Miata to be a comedian. He’s genuinely funny.

    • @chrisdraughn5941
      @chrisdraughn5941 Před 10 dny +8

      @@anglegrinder Ok, whatever, saying the “inventor” like the video did sounds just dumb. Bob Hall is genuinely funny was my point.

    • @kevincameron192
      @kevincameron192 Před 10 dny +1

      @@chrisdraughn5941 ehhh, the way my boomer boss is "funny".

    • @catedoge3206
      @catedoge3206 Před 10 dny

      yuh

    • @denver886
      @denver886 Před 10 dny +2

      Have you not driven a Miata? No way that much fun is the offspring of a stuffy person... 😉

    • @chrisdraughn5941
      @chrisdraughn5941 Před 10 dny +1

      @@denver886 Honda S2000 driver

  • @TheRealOTK
    @TheRealOTK Před 7 dny +13

    This guy has an incredible sense of humor, please get him on Donut for literally any reason.

  • @clintsbrown
    @clintsbrown Před 10 dny +56

    NO idea why this was recommended, but BOB is a legend and i have a whole new perspective on miatas lmaooo
    this dude is a natural on camera and the interviewer did awesome as well.

  • @TommyOnTheRun
    @TommyOnTheRun Před 14 dny +2426

    Getting roasted by the inventor is CRAZY! And his character is perfect for the Miata cult!

    • @johnvalentinobarcarse8567
      @johnvalentinobarcarse8567 Před 14 dny +17

      indeed crazy LOL!

    • @robotsix6268
      @robotsix6268 Před 13 dny +19

      "cult" implies small. From what I've seen, the Miata community is far from small.

    • @tudytudy3316
      @tudytudy3316 Před 13 dny +26

      ​@@robotsix6268depends on what you are comparing it to. In the car community, sure its pretty big. But car guys are definetly in ths minority

    • @user-ek5nl1jc4b
      @user-ek5nl1jc4b Před 12 dny +2

      They both look exactly like guys you would picture owning miatas

    • @victorkreig6089
      @victorkreig6089 Před 12 dny +2

      @@robotsix6268 Cult does imply small because it IS small

  • @DamnAwesome
    @DamnAwesome Před 12 dny +1788

    Bob Hall is actually so damn quick and funny, the fact that he also gives props to the other people who helped make the Miata an actual thing, is so awesome!

    • @Dubst6r
      @Dubst6r Před 12 dny +3

      The Don Rickles of the car world.

    • @cheesemaster113
      @cheesemaster113 Před 11 dny +5

      he is sharp as a tack, he seems smart as hell too

    • @raul_jocson_
      @raul_jocson_ Před 11 dny +2

      @@cheesemaster113 I agree. Never seen him speaking before, and he's awesome just like his car.

  • @kennyr3786
    @kennyr3786 Před 10 dny +22

    my dad was a mazda factory trained master tech, grew up hearing all about the speed series. He wrenched for them for about 20 years then 25 years as an import specialist for mazda cars at a local shop.

  • @Slyder42
    @Slyder42 Před 9 dny +26

    Bob is a treasure. He speaks his mind and very insightful! Great sit down interview.

  • @iRunfastXC
    @iRunfastXC Před 13 dny +1336

    Dude, this guy is a HOOT! He’s so quick with it. The wit is strong with this one.

    • @GTCloud_9
      @GTCloud_9 Před 12 dny +4

      Hoot* is what my new brunswick buddy call tokes lmao

    • @dashhhh787
      @dashhhh787 Před 12 dny

      @@GTCloud_9 😂

    • @ExtraArk
      @ExtraArk Před 12 dny +2

      since he plays games, I would totally watch him stream some Forza or something. Dude's quick.

  • @DoubleClutchAutoReviews
    @DoubleClutchAutoReviews Před 14 dny +1701

    Bob has to be one of the most WHOLESOME and wonderful guests you've had on the show yet. He's THE MAN.

    • @SkyJUSTIN6
      @SkyJUSTIN6 Před 14 dny +30

      Generally the most knowledgeable person they have had on.

    • @srenfischerandersen9338
      @srenfischerandersen9338 Před 14 dny +5

      Completely agree with you. i am also thinking that they could use him as a guest presenter some times

    • @DoubleClutchAutoReviews
      @DoubleClutchAutoReviews Před 14 dny +3

      @@srenfischerandersen9338 I think that would be great! I was just thinking about how cool it would be to have him back on another episode maybe regarding Mazda‘s racing team, or how they built the rotary engine? I would gladly watch Bob again in a heartbeat!

    • @DoubleClutchAutoReviews
      @DoubleClutchAutoReviews Před 13 dny +3

      @@SkyJUSTIN6 Definitely! It would be great to have him back, potentially talking about Mazda’s racing team, and/or how they built the rotary engine. I would watch that in a heartbeat!

  • @soulsurfer8797
    @soulsurfer8797 Před 9 dny +6

    He is hilarious…huge props for the designer/engineer of the Miata to be on the channel. You have to have him on more.🙌🏾

  • @Jack_Wolfe
    @Jack_Wolfe Před 10 dny +3

    7:15 the door handle mechanism was very clever, it was done for one reason i know of, to stop people accidentally closing their door and locking their keys inside.

  • @DarkHorse902
    @DarkHorse902 Před 13 dny +1923

    This was absolutely the best guest that donut media has ever had on any of there shows. His wit was through the roof and made this a real blast to watch.

    • @LazedMusic
      @LazedMusic Před 12 dny +12

      for real you could tell he had lots of fun with it

    • @jobplace5842
      @jobplace5842 Před 12 dny +4

      haha very funny. a real "blast" through the roof

    • @Dev-In-Denver123
      @Dev-In-Denver123 Před 12 dny +7

      You can tell he’s had a happy and fulfilling life. Good for him I wish I’m that full of life at his age

    • @petepie4228
      @petepie4228 Před 12 dny +1

      donut media?

    • @DarkHorse902
      @DarkHorse902 Před 12 dny

      ​@@petepie4228yes. That's the group that does these videos.

  • @bakedbeanlover5775
    @bakedbeanlover5775 Před 10 dny +1149

    I love how he’s so jokey and jovially but when it gets to talking Miata specs he gets serious. A true professional.

  • @CastanedaKicking
    @CastanedaKicking Před 10 dny +3

    "They're good for bubbles" 6:15 LMAOOOOO

  • @NA1L3D
    @NA1L3D Před 8 dny +3

    I didn't know I needed this interview, but here it is. Thanks! Makes me love my Miata that much more.

  • @conedx
    @conedx Před 14 dny +1900

    i'm a couple minutes in and already loving this guy. his reaction to seeing the offroad one and his "ugh can i have my money now?!" were great.

    • @chrisc4903
      @chrisc4903 Před 14 dny +40

      He’s got the energy I expected from someone to design such a car

    • @SpaceMissile
      @SpaceMissile Před 14 dny +20

      unmatched charisma

    • @flaviusfake271
      @flaviusfake271 Před 14 dny +6

      Dude's definitely gaining a lot of traction and lift. No hill or obstacle can challenge him. 😝🤣🤘🤘🤘🤘

    • @jetjazz05
      @jetjazz05 Před 14 dny

      @@flaviusfake271 gtfo! LOL! quality comment.

    • @snapperboat25
      @snapperboat25 Před 12 dny +1

      I went straight to the comments at 2:45 to see if it was just me. Diving back in now.

  • @Spo8
    @Spo8 Před 11 dny +1411

    The fact that he immediately deflected the compliments and instead directed them to other people speaks volumes. What a cool and hilarious dude.

    • @BrendanishLeo
      @BrendanishLeo Před 10 dny +35

      That's all I could focus on! And it sounds dumb from an outside perspective, but he pronounced the Japanese names correctly!
      It seems small, but going out of your way to make others look good and be respectful to them makes you look so much better than the average person.
      Also, dudes got jokes! What a cool dude.

    • @Shiba9870
      @Shiba9870 Před 5 dny +1

      @@BrendanishLeo I think he's actually fluent in Japanese

  • @Taithland
    @Taithland Před 8 dny +2

    What an absolute treat. Absolutely amazing. I'll rewatch this many times truly blessed you guys.

  • @kmake8321
    @kmake8321 Před 7 dny +1

    What a genuine guy, so refreshing to listen to

  • @millerkriese3064
    @millerkriese3064 Před 11 dny +1351

    This is genuinely one of the funniest things I've seen in a long time. Bob is an absolute gem

    • @Bobbychea
      @Bobbychea Před 11 dny +8

      I wonder if bro has his own podcast he is actually hilarious and very insightful

    • @davinalhany
      @davinalhany Před 11 dny +7

      "We always thought the races should have left and right curves. Because anything else is just a drag." I fucking lost it. He's amazing!

    • @oldrrocr
      @oldrrocr Před 10 dny +2

      Props to Mazda. "You can work on your pet sportscar project "in your spare time"... keep working on that truck during work hours." Thanks Bob, for loving your dreams!

  • @jimmyguy428
    @jimmyguy428 Před 13 dny +1117

    Bob is on fire!! We definitely need more episodes with Bob, because the world just needs more Bob!

    • @neoian94
      @neoian94 Před 12 dny +5

      Can you start a petition?

    • @itstrenttv
      @itstrenttv Před 12 dny +3

      100%, that old timer is a g

  • @jimtravels
    @jimtravels Před 9 dny

    Bob is an absolute legend! This was one of the most entertaining videos you’ve put out for its shear simplicity and flow of dialogue.

  • @JasonEyestone
    @JasonEyestone Před 10 dny +2

    This was awesome. Both of them will remember this interview forever. Wholesome content.

  • @walmorcarvalho2512
    @walmorcarvalho2512 Před 14 dny +1004

    Holy crap Bob is a straight SAVAGE. Less than 60s in and dude jumped straight for the neck and did not let go for the rest of the video. I wonder what kind of video we could've got if they put him with Sandro

  • @tec5x5
    @tec5x5 Před 14 dny +1086

    Bob was FANTASTIC as a guest!!! Thank you Bob for doing this you rock!!!

    • @SB-pf5rc
      @SB-pf5rc Před 14 dny +12

      right?! insane that he's just a dude and not a professional presenter. always been a fan, now even more.

    • @jaypee6804
      @jaypee6804 Před 14 dny +1

      @@SB-pf5rcLife-long business communicator, most of that includes relating to others based on what the situation calls.

  • @r.g.carter3908
    @r.g.carter3908 Před 8 dny +3

    that guy looks exactly like what i would have envisioned the designer of the miata looking like. great job universe, spot on!

  • @f0rgot
    @f0rgot Před 7 dny +2

    bob hall is one of my favorites now. bob, you the man, man. loved this episode! great content as always

  • @javiskii
    @javiskii Před 12 dny +886

    This man is HILARIOUS. One of the fathers of the miata does have some top notch dad humour

    • @kiroc89
      @kiroc89 Před 11 dny +7

      This guy doesn’t understance what stance is 😂😂😂

    • @OmikronClient
      @OmikronClient Před 11 dny +1

      fr

  • @TristanLouvan
    @TristanLouvan Před 14 dny +755

    "the last designer is the buyer" wow i love that Bob said that, never in my life have i thought about it that way

    • @s70driver2005
      @s70driver2005 Před 14 dny +2

      If something sells then it sells and vice versa.

    • @spankyjeffro5320
      @spankyjeffro5320 Před 14 dny +3

      Keep in mind, not all designers have good design sensibilities. It's not as deep a quote as you might think.

    • @cubiclelemur
      @cubiclelemur Před 14 dny +1

      Bro is a literal genius

    • @DantesGrill
      @DantesGrill Před 14 dny +9

      @@spankyjeffro5320 I mean, it's not about if the buyer is a good designer or not, but about how as a car maker you want to build a base that is good enough as is or interesting enough for the buyer to keep building on. The best ones are cars that have both. Prius was good as is, JDM drift cars are interesting and modern Yaris is both, which is why it's selling like crazy right now.

    • @JanneBernards
      @JanneBernards Před 14 dny +3

      Too bad the average person is really terrible at designing things.

  • @danielpittman889
    @danielpittman889 Před 10 dny +4

    I love a Miata. Just quick enough to be fun, you know exactly where each tire is on the road, predictably breaks traction, the handling is very responsive to throttle and brake inputs, and they are relatively cheap to buy and own.

  • @narancs5
    @narancs5 Před 8 dny +2

    This episode was spectacular on so many levels. Bob is a great guy. It was awesome to be able to listen to him.

  • @midnightmix2692
    @midnightmix2692 Před 13 dny +973

    Bob hall is a legend! He literally never sleeps, one of the hardest working people i've seen. Used to help him out with his computer problems (i work in IT) and he was always kind, understanding and patient. Top tier human being

    • @bunnybuns6342
      @bunnybuns6342 Před 12 dny +1

      How old is he? I can’t find it

    • @micha.s
      @micha.s Před 12 dny +9

      @@bunnybuns6342 ​He is 70 years old he was born in 1953
      not much to be read about him sadly
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Hall_(American_motoring_journalist)

    • @bunnybuns6342
      @bunnybuns6342 Před 12 dny +1

      @@micha.s that’s crazy, a Miata is probably my dream car and it’s cheap just not cheap enough for me, I haven’t even had a first car, and there like 10k now or at least more then 5k

    • @igloo8647
      @igloo8647 Před 12 dny

      hey man i totally understand and could very well be wrong but you look about 17

    • @wikiwedia
      @wikiwedia Před 12 dny +1

      You look like you’re 15 idk about that

  • @writehse
    @writehse Před 14 dny +992

    “Last designer of the car is the buyer” is one of the most interesting phrases I have heard in a really long time

    • @herrbrahms
      @herrbrahms Před 14 dny +22

      And that is why I have a Class III tow hitch on a BMW 3 series. Do what you gotta do with the car you have.

    • @skulldude101
      @skulldude101 Před 13 dny

      what?

    • @I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos
      @I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos Před 13 dny

      Its liberating..

    • @glyakk
      @glyakk Před 13 dny +13

      That really speaks to the whole mind set they had when developing the car. That it was meant to be a blank canvas that can be 'finished' by the buyer if they choose to.

    • @greenblue980
      @greenblue980 Před 13 dny +2

      that's right, thanks for highlighting this

  • @hosskatt-8317
    @hosskatt-8317 Před 6 dny +2

    I watched this on a whim… I was absolutely enthralled the whole time. The love for this car really came through.

  • @JGor_37F
    @JGor_37F Před 9 dny +2

    Back in 2003ish, I had the transmission for my Ford Contour SVT rebuilt with a limited slip, self oiler, coatings, and a few other upgrades by the developer of the transmission, Terry Haines. They were called “bulldog transmissions” as Terry was British. He passed away in 2009. Pleasure to work with such a knowledgeable guy.

  • @TonyRigatoni-yy4zg
    @TonyRigatoni-yy4zg Před 12 dny +699

    This dude's humor was so different and out of nowhere, great stuff!

    • @FahmiZFX
      @FahmiZFX Před 12 dny +6

      They don't make humor like this like they used to.
      Literally.

    • @troysanchez776
      @troysanchez776 Před 12 dny +1

      His articles and guest columns were always a treat.

    • @RatBagDad
      @RatBagDad Před 12 dny

      Was!? He's not dead yet!

    • @RukProtect
      @RukProtect Před 11 dny

      @@RatBagDad Nope, not yet.

  • @taylormwilson1
    @taylormwilson1 Před 14 dny +658

    This is AMAZING I love it! Not only did Bob invent the miata, but he's absolutely hilarious 😂

    • @Makaya9s
      @Makaya9s Před 14 dny +13

      He literally built the car after himself. They're both hilarious and cool at the same time

    • @UmmmmmmmWhat
      @UmmmmmmmWhat Před 14 dny +24

      I want to see "Miatas Under the Hood" with Bob and Sandro 😂

    • @RukProtect
      @RukProtect Před 14 dny +4

      I'm ready!

  • @ieai1
    @ieai1 Před 4 dny +1

    This guy is a freaking hero, more entertaining than many professionals. Amazing.

  • @agwoolard3259
    @agwoolard3259 Před 10 dny

    One of if not the best guests I've ever seen on this show or any car talk related show like it he was absolutely made for that type of thing! 10/10 A+++++

  • @towermoss
    @towermoss Před 12 dny +1089

    That shout out to the 323 melted my heart. That guy knows his stuff.

    • @ToreDL87
      @ToreDL87 Před 12 dny +13

      And for good reason, childhood friend had a 323 GTR, those things are insane!

    • @dopey473
      @dopey473 Před 12 dny +9

      A 1990 323F is my dream car actually

    • @FeathersMcGraw643
      @FeathersMcGraw643 Před 12 dny +6

      I love 323s they just keep going, they never stop. I own one myself, beautiful car to rally.

    • @gorosaurs
      @gorosaurs Před 12 dny +5

      A former Mazda design head knows the Mazda product line? Shocker.

    • @_absolute_105
      @_absolute_105 Před 11 dny

      @@dopey473 I have one in red waiting for me to get my license :D, I need to fix it up a bit but the interior is still factory new :')

  • @ericktheviking2086
    @ericktheviking2086 Před 11 dny +800

    I have never considered myself a Miata fan, some respect for the platform, maybe, but after listening to Bob, call me a fan. This man is a treasure.

    • @sargentthiccboi9333
      @sargentthiccboi9333 Před 11 dny

      Same here

    • @oferrall
      @oferrall Před 10 dny +5

      You can cure that problem by just driving one. A well sorted NA with a stick provides a pure and raw connection to driving that nothing else at 2 -4 times the price comes close to.

    • @Surms41
      @Surms41 Před 10 dny +1

      @@oferrall I'm sure a dune buggy with street tires come pretty close.
      Had a 99 that threw a rod on the highway 2 years back 😥😥 Drove that thing across the US and up the east coast on roadtrips 1000miles+ at a time. Was an amazing experience. Though, it was automatic, and I was running 3-4k RPM the whole freakin' time.

    • @Surms41
      @Surms41 Před 9 dny

      @twinturboray Bro shove it right up. Miatas are miatas. Your "mah shifter" attitude aint welcome here, "kid".

  • @Msflamingo-wl4qo
    @Msflamingo-wl4qo Před 9 dny +2

    This is incredible! The Miata has a special place in my heart. A sleek design, smooth shifting, convertible and fun to drive! The real test was taking one on a road trip. I got good gas mileage and most of all it was comfortable driving for several hours! Props and appreciation from a Dodge Girl!😎🙏

  • @jonthompson8743
    @jonthompson8743 Před 2 dny +2

    Dude is a legend. Wasnt expecting such a funny humble dude

  • @bradthornton6953
    @bradthornton6953 Před 14 dny +445

    Best guest ever in the history of Donut! His wit and humor, mixed with knowledge, is very entertaining.

    • @jakemaughan3818
      @jakemaughan3818 Před 14 dny +5

      I was gonna say the same thing! He should be on more episodes!!

    • @fatarchon
      @fatarchon Před 14 dny

      @@jakemaughan3818 agreed, I'd love to see more of this dude. I bet he has a million fun stories from Mazda / the olden days

    • @timforsher4766
      @timforsher4766 Před 14 dny +3

      Bring back Bob!!!

  • @FlatbottomBomber
    @FlatbottomBomber Před 14 dny +573

    Sounds like Mazda knew their target audience really well. It's very comforting to hear a car designer speak of wanting a car to be a really really fun blank canvas. This is the way all cars should be made.

    • @Vykk_Draygo
      @Vykk_Draygo Před 14 dny +26

      Nah. Some cars really do just need to be pure utility. Not everyone even wants a fun car.

    • @chrismaina1830
      @chrismaina1830 Před 14 dny +39

      ​@@Vykk_Draygo Your counter argument added nothing to the conversation

    • @asterisk4424
      @asterisk4424 Před 14 dny +26

      @@chrismaina1830literally nothing. Cars are already a utility, doesn’t mean they can’t be fun. Dude must be great at parties

    • @LocatingMouse
      @LocatingMouse Před 14 dny +3

      this is why we gotta support the 86/brz

    • @CORV3TT33
      @CORV3TT33 Před 14 dny +1

      @@LocatingMouse I like the GT86 styling more than the GR86, but the GR does have better performance, but they are both a car I like

  • @musclebob10
    @musclebob10 Před 9 dny +2

    Great chemistry between Bob and his son Jimmy. Glad they are able to bond over their love of Miatas.

  • @Drunktopus
    @Drunktopus Před 23 hodinami

    Bob is a true legend. Many years ago I had him over to my place for a PS2 LAN party. He rocks up with a litte white Grundig TV and proceeds to share with us all the unreleased cars so we can save them to our memory cards. Good times.

  • @LogicalNiko
    @LogicalNiko Před 13 dny +415

    Bob could run his own series on the channel. The guy is a natural at this.

    • @emerje0
      @emerje0 Před 13 dny +10

      A podcast, anything, this guy needs to be heard!

  • @shevoy_000
    @shevoy_000 Před 14 dny +290

    Bob made the smoothest transition in the history of RMS without even trying 😂😂
    "Since you have a handle on that one , why dont we look at the next one"

  • @mayukaplaz1314
    @mayukaplaz1314 Před 10 dny +2

    9:53 "bobs really good at this". Hell yeah, daddy miata kept shooting you down

  • @Alex88302
    @Alex88302 Před 3 dny

    This is one of the most likable dudes ive seen on a CZcams show. I would absolutely love to see him on the show more or on a podcast talking more about the auto industry back then.

  • @Red_Bearded_Dad
    @Red_Bearded_Dad Před 14 dny +645

    One of the best episodes of Real Mechanic. This guy is gold. There needs to be an extended episode! One hour with this guy would have been amazing.

    • @UgoBugo
      @UgoBugo Před 13 dny +5

      i dont think he would appreciate the suffering for an hour tho

    • @_CRAZY_-lt1vn
      @_CRAZY_-lt1vn Před 13 dny +1

      ohh boyyy i hope they make another episode with this guy

    • @heatshield
      @heatshield Před 13 dny

      Id like to hear more from him and others responsible for giving the world a classic. The tap on the shoulder and off hours work.
      We see so many cars that just exist but don’t know enough about how close we came to never seeing them. There’s a lot of that in Nissan too.

  • @Adam-gf2fg
    @Adam-gf2fg Před 11 dny +343

    Really rare to see a guest on any show with this much charisma and wit just at random. Very fun show

    • @DurangoBango
      @DurangoBango Před 11 dny

      Times have changed, sadly 😥

    • @keoken9078
      @keoken9078 Před 10 dny +5

      Bob has probably charisma skill level 100

  • @Oldo
    @Oldo Před 6 dny +1

    Bob is so freaking awesome! Whip sharp and funny and full of facts, should be a returning segment every so often when you got something for him to chat about!!! 100% cool

  • @Undergroundcilia
    @Undergroundcilia Před 3 dny

    More Bob please. What an amazing guest and I can’t imagine how many cool stories he would have to share. A long form interview would be great

  • @Legitster
    @Legitster Před 14 dny +202

    Best guest ever. Who would have thunk the inventor of the Miata would be this hilarious.

  • @Carglouche.
    @Carglouche. Před 12 dny +505

    Bob single-handedly raising second hand market price of the Miata, just by being himself.
    Love the Miata even more know ! Gotta get one before I die.

    • @OmikronClient
      @OmikronClient Před 11 dny

      fr

    • @Carglouche.
      @Carglouche. Před 11 dny +1

      @RepentandtrustintheLORD4 Amen

    • @drunkpaulocosta9301
      @drunkpaulocosta9301 Před 11 dny

      Hahaha dream on champ. You shit box is still a shitbox

    • @MrAntennaBall
      @MrAntennaBall Před 11 dny

      Agreed.
      I’m a little disappointed that he didn’t give a nod to the MGB on this video though - it is the main inspiration for the MX-5 after all.

    • @unknownchatter
      @unknownchatter Před 11 dny

      @RepentandtrustintheLORD4 yea no

  • @stix2you
    @stix2you Před 18 hodinami

    It warms my heart to know that the creator of the Miata, one of my most favorite favorite cars, is Bob Hall. It's just perfect. He has become one of my most favorite favorite persons.

  • @user-kl6ef1tn5g
    @user-kl6ef1tn5g Před 10 dny +6

    Bob’s vast knowledge of Miatas and his comedic charisma, made this possibly the most enjoyable videos you guys have ever produced. Great work! 👍

  • @yatajoris2857
    @yatajoris2857 Před 14 dny +269

    Bob is a natural, prob one of the funniest donut video's I've watched lately!

  • @megunded
    @megunded Před 12 dny +171

    man ....what a dude , feels so young and crisp in his head . keep him on the show .....he has all the right opinions

  • @tomasclasson
    @tomasclasson Před 9 dny

    Awesome! One of the absolute best videos from this show! And as some already have said, I want Bob and Sandro together!

  • @caffeineau
    @caffeineau Před 4 dny

    Bob used to join us for Playstation nights when he lived in Sydney in the early 00's. He was on good terms with the Polyphony Digital team and had all sorts of cool cars (including a lot of custom MX5's) on his playstation memory cards. He'd also tell a lot of good stories too..
    Good times!

  • @HDisNotSmart
    @HDisNotSmart Před 14 dny +192

    Bob should be a host on this channel. I love engineers like this who know everything in the history but are regular, funny people. +1 for Bob!

    • @reubensandwich9249
      @reubensandwich9249 Před 14 dny +5

      He said he started as a journalist. Interesting career path he had

  • @nomad5195
    @nomad5195 Před 11 dny +198

    The wise words of Miata Daddy: "The last designer of the car is the buyer."
    Wish manufacturers still had this mentality.

    • @gustavoflorio5383
      @gustavoflorio5383 Před 10 dny +3

      That's not his "mentality", it's his finding.

    • @kookycookie
      @kookycookie Před 10 dny +4

      This is very much the mentality Toyota took for the new Supra

    • @N0cturnalAnimaL
      @N0cturnalAnimaL Před 10 dny +2

      My friend got his new bronco a little done up and it didn’t cost that much more than a base model

  • @trekracer20
    @trekracer20 Před 9 dny

    Bob is amazing, like 1000% more cool than I expected just looking at the thumbnail. What a great video and a great guy and great conversation.

  • @MrOllieBD
    @MrOllieBD Před 9 dny

    Not come across your channel before but this was a great video and Bob was the perfect and hilarious guest! Nice one chaps!!

  • @juhiazha9600
    @juhiazha9600 Před 12 dny +483

    i don't give a shit about cars but i was entranced by Bob's sheer expertise. the kid was also really respectful and asked great questions. good job on this video guys

    • @nonpondo_
      @nonpondo_ Před 12 dny +24

      Kinda same, I assumed he'd be upset by the mods but as soon as he explained the issue with the first car I was like oh yeah he has a point, then he's also just hype to see all the stuff and is funny as hell, it's nice

    • @paradisealivegames2403
      @paradisealivegames2403 Před 11 dny

      I've always found Miatas fascinating, but this really blew my mind. Bob is an amazing guy&

    • @ashtonhartley2662
      @ashtonhartley2662 Před 11 dny +1

      Well said, I think my heart grew one size bigger listening to Bob's interview 😁

  • @BikesAndBatallas
    @BikesAndBatallas Před 11 dny +474

    "We worked on it so long we didn't see the problem."
    Whether you're a detective on a cold case, a colorist on a blockbuster, or that guy trying to troubleshoot his dead-in-the-water Miata, this is a problem we all ultimately face at one time or another. Being humble enough recognize that and cede even a small portion of creative control over our work can bring significant benefits.
    Bob Hall seems like an excellent colleague and the first person you'd want to have around at any social gathering.

    • @user-wh1dm6bc9k
      @user-wh1dm6bc9k Před 8 dny

      Well also it helps to talk the real creator inventor and designer of the Eunos Roadster Masakatsu Kato. This guy here absolutely did NOT create invent or have anything to do with the design of the car it was completely done by Masakatsu Kato. The real Father of the Miata which is actually called the Eunos.

    • @BikesAndBatallas
      @BikesAndBatallas Před 8 dny +2

      @@user-wh1dm6bc9k yes. He absolutely says that in the video.

  • @travismcginty953
    @travismcginty953 Před 3 dny

    This may be one of the best videos I have ever seen. I could watch Bob all day!

  • @TheRodfather1978
    @TheRodfather1978 Před 10 dny +1

    I literally tried to LIKE this video every time BOB was roasting these modified cars… DUDE IS HILARIOUS.
    He also sounds looks a bit like the VIZZINI from PRINCESS BRIDE.
    GREAT VIDEO

  • @cossiefordman720
    @cossiefordman720 Před 14 dny +139

    Legend doesn’t do this guy justice, such a funny and humble character! Would love to see more of him! Thank you bob for playing an influential and iconic role in car culture!

  • @jeffmaas9308
    @jeffmaas9308 Před 14 dny +328

    Guys you struck absolute gold with Bob Hall, find some way to have him be part of things moving forward. Build him a 'home studio' anywhere he wants and let him crack jokes, fire you into segways or offer opinions. You can't run into someone this good and natural and not find a way to have him as part of the team.

  • @crawford323
    @crawford323 Před 10 dny +1

    I proudly own a 1990 NA and I am the 5 th owner. It is a local car and all of the owners, have been acquainted. I possess the complete history of the car and own the original shop manual used to prep the car for its initial sell when purchased from the show room floor. I cannot tell you how many times I have told the Miata Story. How the car model came to be is unique and his chance meeting with the chairman of Miata, changed the future for the better for drivers world over. This sums it up. My wife ask me once, " Do you know why I love the little red car?" No. I replied " Because it makes you smile." Driving a piece of automotive history does make me smile.

  • @llliiIIIillIIilll
    @llliiIIIillIIilll Před 9 dny

    this is absolutely hilarious i love this. Got it rec and watched the entire thing, Bob's a G

  • @Travis-ek4ed
    @Travis-ek4ed Před 11 dny +234

    I don't know how this for recommend to me, but dude was genuinely one of the most entertaining interviewees ive watched in awhile

  • @tygorton
    @tygorton Před 13 dny +339

    I don't care about cars, even a little bit. I watched the entire video. Mr. Hall is incredibly entertaining, not to mention humble and respectful to those who made his work possible.

    • @lelaladog1787
      @lelaladog1787 Před 12 dny +5

      why you watching a car channel 😭

    • @EneTheGene
      @EneTheGene Před 12 dny +26

      ​@@lelaladog1787Is it not good to see new things?

    • @thisguyhiguy8339
      @thisguyhiguy8339 Před 12 dny +13

      ​@lelaladog1787 why is your profile picture an axolotl if you're not an axolotl?🤔

    • @cmak4563
      @cmak4563 Před 12 dny +5

      ​@@thisguyhiguy8339 Damn. Got em 🔥

    • @WholeHeartily
      @WholeHeartily Před 12 dny

      Same!

  • @bryanjm424
    @bryanjm424 Před 10 dny +1

    Love this guy, thank you for putting him on.

  • @thomass8118
    @thomass8118 Před 10 dny

    This guy was amazing. Great insight in the development of the car and with lots of credit to those who deserve it.

  • @melpomene1492
    @melpomene1492 Před 14 dny +538

    This is by far the nerdiest thing you guys have done. Bragging rights for days with Bob Hall on your channel.
    Thanks for giving this to Jimmy. He looks like my small child around Christmas time, and that brings me joy.
    This whole thing brings me joy.

    • @jraboi01
      @jraboi01 Před 14 dny +6

      He really is starstruck and it's so nice to see haha

    • @bananasInpajamas358
      @bananasInpajamas358 Před 13 dny

      Jimmy is a terrible host

    • @FuzedBox
      @FuzedBox Před 11 dny

      @@bananasInpajamas358 That's the second time in this comment section that you've trash talked Jimmy. I bet you've got one gem of a personality IRL.

  • @BrutalHamlet
    @BrutalHamlet Před 14 dny +126

    Bring this guy back. He's really funny

  • @josesegura2090
    @josesegura2090 Před 10 dny +1

    Own an 85 drove through a a flooded underpass, during a sudden storm water was up to the door rear view mirror, slowly not letting go of the gas passed about four stalled vehicles made it to the other elevated side no water leaks (none) but my heart was beating hard, truly amazing! As a bonus it can do donuts on a dime! Love the seats headrest speakers! Light weight and efficient need I say more? Great design!

  • @liambrinton9935
    @liambrinton9935 Před 10 dny

    Witty, funny, humble and all around a good guy. Need more people like that

  • @walkerhawes2200
    @walkerhawes2200 Před 12 dny +197

    What an absolute beast of a guest Bob is!! His quick wit is bar none and the knowledge he shared is fascinating to say the least. He definitely needs to be a guest in a future episode.

  • @ItchyKneeSon
    @ItchyKneeSon Před 14 dny +291

    It's good to see an entire episode of Bob finally interacting with his grandson.
    It's like an 'after' and 'before' shot the whole time.

    • @Rumple999
      @Rumple999 Před 13 dny +23

      Wait, is it his grandson? They look alike

    • @millymillions
      @millymillions Před 13 dny +1

      are they really grandson and grandpa

    • @ItchyKneeSon
      @ItchyKneeSon Před 12 dny +5

      @@Rumple999 @millymillions lol I don't think so. Just a funny observation.

    • @detsiedi161
      @detsiedi161 Před 12 dny +3

      ​@@Rumple999 I was thinking the same the eyes are lookalike

    • @Rumple999
      @Rumple999 Před 10 dny

      @@ItchyKneeSon Yeah lol after I got into the vid a lil bit I realized

  • @ams.8958
    @ams.8958 Před 10 dny

    One of the best uploads so far from the channel.

  • @goddess9545
    @goddess9545 Před 10 dny +2

    This guy is a hidden gem on camera. We need more!!!