The California was based on a standard model 1600cc MX-5. Only 500 units were made and cost £16,000.00 to buy new

This special version was finished in Sunburst Yellow and sported 15" alloy wheels, low profile tyres and locking wheel nuts

The interior was the same as a base model MX-5 with standard trim and cloth seats. Unique California mats were supplied to protect the floor carpet

Standard specification also included drivers and passenger airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners, boot release, security immobiliser, power steering, electric mirrors, heated rear screen, scuff plates, CD player and a high level stop lamp