Inventor of the Miata Reacts to Tiktok Miatas

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  • Опубликовано: 17 апр 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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Комментарии • 8 тыс.

  • @yuriparasite1344
    @yuriparasite1344 16 дней назад +35050

    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 16 дней назад +672

      You mean an OFG! LMAO!

    • @leecline5759
      @leecline5759 16 дней назад +314

      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 16 дней назад +95

      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 16 дней назад +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 16 дней назад +29

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

  • @bradbender_
    @bradbender_ 16 дней назад +5797

    Bob had no business going this hard 🤣

    • @CormacHolland
      @CormacHolland 16 дней назад +121

      Humble and hilarious, really awesome guest

    • @classtilton871
      @classtilton871 16 дней назад +31

      Bro sounds jst like wallace shawn, the guy who played rex in toy story 😂

    • @faizalfaiya
      @faizalfaiya 16 дней назад +21

      He said OFG

    • @David-bb7mt
      @David-bb7mt 16 дней назад +14

      They need him on the Donut meme team

    • @deanevangelista6359
      @deanevangelista6359 14 дней назад +8

      Inconceivable!

  • @MrJekum
    @MrJekum 12 дней назад +672

    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 12 дней назад +566

    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 10 дней назад +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 9 дней назад +1

      thought it was Wallace Shawn at first

    • @mazda9624
      @mazda9624 9 дней назад

      @@PiratePyroFilms My *exact* thoughts

    • @user-Nerd72ekd82kw
      @user-Nerd72ekd82kw 9 дней назад

      Reminds me of Dr brown from bttf

    • @DarthSeanious
      @DarthSeanious 9 дней назад

      He was lame af

  • @faultyserver2087
    @faultyserver2087 16 дней назад +10376

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

    • @mrbushi1062
      @mrbushi1062 16 дней назад +440

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

    • @GSBarlev
      @GSBarlev 16 дней назад +105

      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  16 дней назад +1086

      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 16 дней назад +37

      Dude is hysterical 🤣

    • @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg
      @Dr.TJ_Eckleburg 16 дней назад +46

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

  • @wisconsineaglesfan7925
    @wisconsineaglesfan7925 16 дней назад +22649

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

    • @aleppo1
      @aleppo1 16 дней назад +338

      I was so happy he said it

    • @orangedream267
      @orangedream267 16 дней назад +226

      This guy's a riot.

    • @Quadriple.
      @Quadriple. 16 дней назад +39

      Real

    • @aitor9158
      @aitor9158 16 дней назад +173

      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 16 дней назад +101

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

  • @JohnGeorgeHill
    @JohnGeorgeHill 10 дней назад +167

    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 8 дней назад +7

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

    • @woodensauce1063
      @woodensauce1063 8 дней назад +7

      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 5 дней назад +3

      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 11 дней назад +66

    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 8 дней назад +2

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

  • @CoRsaMan
    @CoRsaMan 16 дней назад +25070

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

    • @realmechanicstuff
      @realmechanicstuff  16 дней назад +1579

      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 16 дней назад +290

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

    • @fawnsans
      @fawnsans 16 дней назад +10

      @@realmechanicstuff spinning on it

    • @KantslerOlaf
      @KantslerOlaf 16 дней назад +53

      @@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 16 дней назад +43

      @@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.

  • @chrisdraughn5941
    @chrisdraughn5941 13 дней назад +1711

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

    • @chrisdraughn5941
      @chrisdraughn5941 12 дней назад +8

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

    • @kevincameron192
      @kevincameron192 12 дней назад +1

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

    • @catedoge3206
      @catedoge3206 12 дней назад

      yuh

    • @denver886
      @denver886 12 дней назад +2

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

    • @chrisdraughn5941
      @chrisdraughn5941 12 дней назад +1

      @@denver886 Honda S2000 driver

  • @pchris6662
    @pchris6662 12 дней назад +76

    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 10 дней назад +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 9 дней назад +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 9 дней назад

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

    • @DarthSeanious
      @DarthSeanious 9 дней назад

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

  • @TheRealOTK
    @TheRealOTK 9 дней назад +19

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

  • @pilkjaer
    @pilkjaer 16 дней назад +1679

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

    • @lucasrem
      @lucasrem 16 дней назад +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 15 дней назад +30

      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 12 дней назад +1

      More like PR during the day, designer at night

  • @TommyOnTheRun
    @TommyOnTheRun 16 дней назад +2439

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

    • @johnvalentinobarcarse8567
      @johnvalentinobarcarse8567 16 дней назад +17

      indeed crazy LOL!

    • @robotsix6268
      @robotsix6268 15 дней назад +19

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

    • @tudytudy3316
      @tudytudy3316 15 дней назад +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 14 дней назад +2

      They both look exactly like guys you would picture owning miatas

    • @victorkreig6089
      @victorkreig6089 14 дней назад +2

      @@robotsix6268 Cult does imply small because it IS small

  • @kennyr3786
    @kennyr3786 12 дней назад +23

    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 11 дней назад +27

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

  • @256SAnkalp
    @256SAnkalp 16 дней назад +3511

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

    • @totallyrandomuser5760
      @totallyrandomuser5760 16 дней назад +130

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

    • @rubenmarien2534
      @rubenmarien2534 16 дней назад +4

      Totes!

    • @anthonyharrell3122
      @anthonyharrell3122 16 дней назад +3

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

    • @milkypickle9654
      @milkypickle9654 15 дней назад +31

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

    • @rushthezeppelin
      @rushthezeppelin 15 дней назад +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.

  • @Spo8
    @Spo8 13 дней назад +1422

    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 12 дней назад +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 7 дней назад +1

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

  • @clintsbrown
    @clintsbrown 12 дней назад +57

    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.

  • @soulsurfer8797
    @soulsurfer8797 11 дней назад +7

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

  • @DamnAwesome
    @DamnAwesome 14 дней назад +1795

    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 14 дней назад +3

      The Don Rickles of the car world.

    • @cheesemaster113
      @cheesemaster113 14 дней назад +5

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

    • @raul_jocson_
      @raul_jocson_ 13 дней назад +2

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

  • @iRunfastXC
    @iRunfastXC 15 дней назад +1338

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

    • @GTCloud_9
      @GTCloud_9 14 дней назад +4

      Hoot* is what my new brunswick buddy call tokes lmao

    • @dashhhh787
      @dashhhh787 14 дней назад

      @@GTCloud_9 😂

    • @ExtraArk
      @ExtraArk 14 дней назад +2

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

  • @CastanedaKicking
    @CastanedaKicking 12 дней назад +5

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

  • @ieai1
    @ieai1 6 дней назад +1

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

  • @bakedbeanlover5775
    @bakedbeanlover5775 12 дней назад +1153

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

  • @DoubleClutchAutoReviews
    @DoubleClutchAutoReviews 16 дней назад +1703

    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 16 дней назад +30

      Generally the most knowledgeable person they have had on.

    • @srenfischerandersen9338
      @srenfischerandersen9338 16 дней назад +5

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

    • @DoubleClutchAutoReviews
      @DoubleClutchAutoReviews 16 дней назад +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 15 дней назад +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!

  • @kmake8321
    @kmake8321 9 дней назад +1

    What a genuine guy, so refreshing to listen to

  • @JasonEyestone
    @JasonEyestone 12 дней назад +2

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

  • @conedx
    @conedx 16 дней назад +1903

    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 16 дней назад +40

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

    • @SpaceMissile
      @SpaceMissile 16 дней назад +20

      unmatched charisma

    • @flaviusfake271
      @flaviusfake271 16 дней назад +6

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

    • @jetjazz05
      @jetjazz05 16 дней назад

      @@flaviusfake271 gtfo! LOL! quality comment.

    • @snapperboat25
      @snapperboat25 14 дней назад +1

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

  • @DarkHorse902
    @DarkHorse902 15 дней назад +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 14 дней назад +12

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

    • @jobplace5842
      @jobplace5842 14 дней назад +4

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

    • @Dev-In-Denver123
      @Dev-In-Denver123 14 дней назад +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 14 дней назад +1

      donut media?

    • @DarkHorse902
      @DarkHorse902 14 дней назад

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

  • @narancs5
    @narancs5 10 дней назад +2

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

  • @JGor_37F
    @JGor_37F 11 дней назад +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.

  • @writehse
    @writehse 16 дней назад +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 16 дней назад +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 15 дней назад

      what?

    • @I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos
      @I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos 15 дней назад

      Its liberating..

    • @glyakk
      @glyakk 15 дней назад +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 15 дней назад +2

      that's right, thanks for highlighting this

  • @millerkriese3064
    @millerkriese3064 13 дней назад +1352

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

    • @Bobbychea
      @Bobbychea 13 дней назад +8

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

    • @davinalhany
      @davinalhany 13 дней назад +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 12 дней назад +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!

  • @NA1L3D
    @NA1L3D 10 дней назад +3

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

  • @jimtravels
    @jimtravels 11 дней назад

    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.

  • @tec5x5
    @tec5x5 16 дней назад +1086

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

    • @SB-pf5rc
      @SB-pf5rc 16 дней назад +12

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

    • @jaypee6804
      @jaypee6804 16 дней назад +1

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

  • @jimmyguy428
    @jimmyguy428 15 дней назад +1117

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

    • @neoian94
      @neoian94 14 дней назад +5

      Can you start a petition?

    • @itstrenttv
      @itstrenttv 14 дней назад +3

      100%, that old timer is a g

  • @Taithland
    @Taithland 10 дней назад +2

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

  • @hosskatt-8317
    @hosskatt-8317 8 дней назад +2

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

  • @javiskii
    @javiskii 14 дней назад +886

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

    • @kiroc89
      @kiroc89 13 дней назад +7

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

    • @OmikronClient
      @OmikronClient 13 дней назад +1

      fr

  • @walmorcarvalho2512
    @walmorcarvalho2512 16 дней назад +1005

    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

    • @ethnedragon8287
      @ethnedragon8287 16 дней назад +11

      I like the way you think

    • @marbist5796
      @marbist5796 16 дней назад +17

      I think it will be the funniest episode

    • @maxbracegirdle9990
      @maxbracegirdle9990 16 дней назад +23

      Bob and Sandro would be a perfect duo of hosts 🦙

    • @wilbo_baggins
      @wilbo_baggins 16 дней назад +3

      That would be hilarious

    • @ronbelanger4113
      @ronbelanger4113 16 дней назад +2

      They are bitching a drive he designed.

  • @f0rgot
    @f0rgot 9 дней назад +2

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

  • @musclebob10
    @musclebob10 11 дней назад +2

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

  • @TristanLouvan
    @TristanLouvan 16 дней назад +754

    "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 16 дней назад +2

      If something sells then it sells and vice versa.

    • @spankyjeffro5320
      @spankyjeffro5320 16 дней назад +3

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

    • @cubiclelemur
      @cubiclelemur 16 дней назад +1

      Bro is a literal genius

    • @DantesGrill
      @DantesGrill 16 дней назад +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 16 дней назад +3

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

  • @TonyRigatoni-yy4zg
    @TonyRigatoni-yy4zg 14 дней назад +699

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

    • @FahmiZFX
      @FahmiZFX 14 дней назад +6

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

    • @troysanchez776
      @troysanchez776 14 дней назад +1

      His articles and guest columns were always a treat.

    • @RatBagDad
      @RatBagDad 14 дней назад

      Was!? He's not dead yet!

    • @RukProtect
      @RukProtect 13 дней назад

      @@RatBagDad Nope, not yet.

  • @r.g.carter3908
    @r.g.carter3908 10 дней назад +3

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

  • @danielpittman889
    @danielpittman889 12 дней назад +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.

  • @FlatbottomBomber
    @FlatbottomBomber 16 дней назад +575

    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 16 дней назад +26

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

    • @chrismaina1830
      @chrismaina1830 16 дней назад +39

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

    • @asterisk4424
      @asterisk4424 16 дней назад +26

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

    • @LocatingMouse
      @LocatingMouse 16 дней назад +3

      this is why we gotta support the 86/brz

    • @CORV3TT33
      @CORV3TT33 16 дней назад +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

  • @taylormwilson1
    @taylormwilson1 16 дней назад +658

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

    • @Makaya9s
      @Makaya9s 16 дней назад +13

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

    • @UmmmmmmmWhat
      @UmmmmmmmWhat 16 дней назад +24

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

    • @RukProtect
      @RukProtect 16 дней назад +4

      I'm ready!

  • @jonthompson8743
    @jonthompson8743 4 дня назад +2

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

  • @agwoolard3259
    @agwoolard3259 12 дней назад

    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 14 дней назад +1090

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

    • @ToreDL87
      @ToreDL87 14 дней назад +13

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

    • @dopey473
      @dopey473 14 дней назад +9

      A 1990 323F is my dream car actually

    • @FeathersMcGraw643
      @FeathersMcGraw643 14 дней назад +6

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

    • @gorosaurs
      @gorosaurs 14 дней назад +5

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

    • @_absolute_105
      @_absolute_105 13 дней назад

      @@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 :')

  • @midnightmix2692
    @midnightmix2692 15 дней назад +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 14 дней назад +1

      How old is he? I can’t find it

    • @micha.s
      @micha.s 14 дней назад +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 14 дней назад +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 14 дней назад

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

    • @wikiwedia
      @wikiwedia 14 дней назад +1

      You look like you’re 15 idk about that

  • @Msflamingo-wl4qo
    @Msflamingo-wl4qo 11 дней назад +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!😎🙏

  • @Oldo
    @Oldo 8 дней назад +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

  • @ericktheviking2086
    @ericktheviking2086 13 дней назад +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 13 дней назад

      Same here

    • @oferrall
      @oferrall 12 дней назад +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 12 дней назад +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 11 дней назад

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

  • @shevoy_000
    @shevoy_000 16 дней назад +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"

  • @goddess9545
    @goddess9545 12 дней назад +2

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

  • @tomasclasson
    @tomasclasson 11 дней назад

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

  • @bradthornton6953
    @bradthornton6953 16 дней назад +445

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

    • @jakemaughan3818
      @jakemaughan3818 16 дней назад +5

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

    • @fatarchon
      @fatarchon 16 дней назад

      @@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 16 дней назад +3

      Bring back Bob!!!

  • @LogicalNiko
    @LogicalNiko 15 дней назад +415

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

    • @emerje0
      @emerje0 15 дней назад +10

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

  • @Undergroundcilia
    @Undergroundcilia 5 дней назад

    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

  • @TheRodfather1978
    @TheRodfather1978 12 дней назад +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

  • @Red_Bearded_Dad
    @Red_Bearded_Dad 16 дней назад +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 15 дней назад +5

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

    • @_CRAZY_-lt1vn
      @_CRAZY_-lt1vn 15 дней назад +1

      ohh boyyy i hope they make another episode with this guy

    • @heatshield
      @heatshield 15 дней назад

      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.

  • @nomad5195
    @nomad5195 13 дней назад +198

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

    • @gustavoflorio5383
      @gustavoflorio5383 12 дней назад +3

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

    • @kookycookie
      @kookycookie 12 дней назад +4

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

    • @N0cturnalAnimaL
      @N0cturnalAnimaL 12 дней назад +2

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

  • @bryanjm424
    @bryanjm424 12 дней назад +1

    Love this guy, thank you for putting him on.

  • @samlepro3
    @samlepro3 7 дней назад +1

    Bob Hall is such a gem. He's so funny and quick witted.

  • @Adam-gf2fg
    @Adam-gf2fg 13 дней назад +343

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

    • @DurangoBango
      @DurangoBango 13 дней назад

      Times have changed, sadly 😥

    • @keoken9078
      @keoken9078 12 дней назад +5

      Bob has probably charisma skill level 100

  • @BikesAndBatallas
    @BikesAndBatallas 13 дней назад +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 10 дней назад

      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 10 дней назад +2

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

  • @travismcginty953
    @travismcginty953 5 дней назад

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

  • @ams.8958
    @ams.8958 12 дней назад

    One of the best uploads so far from the channel.

  • @Carglouche.
    @Carglouche. 14 дней назад +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 13 дней назад

      fr

    • @Carglouche.
      @Carglouche. 13 дней назад +1

      @RepentandtrustintheLORD4 Amen

    • @drunkpaulocosta9301
      @drunkpaulocosta9301 13 дней назад

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

    • @MrAntennaBall
      @MrAntennaBall 13 дней назад

      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 13 дней назад

      @RepentandtrustintheLORD4 yea no

  • @jeffmaas9308
    @jeffmaas9308 16 дней назад +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.

    • @danielstewart7732
      @danielstewart7732 15 дней назад +4

      100%

    • @DucatiPaso750
      @DucatiPaso750 15 дней назад +7

      Please find a way to get this guy on the channel together with Sandro & Angelina!!

    • @Rumple999
      @Rumple999 15 дней назад +1

      He probably won't want to

    • @bananasInpajamas358
      @bananasInpajamas358 15 дней назад +1

      Keep Bob, get rid of Jimmy as a Host.

  • @caffeineau
    @caffeineau 6 дней назад

    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!

  • @trekracer20
    @trekracer20 11 дней назад

    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.

  • @juhiazha9600
    @juhiazha9600 14 дней назад +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_ 14 дней назад +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 13 дней назад

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

    • @ashtonhartley2662
      @ashtonhartley2662 13 дней назад +1

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

  • @winstonwright3613
    @winstonwright3613 16 дней назад +396

    When he said OFG... I swear to god i thought he was gonna say "Original F***in Gangsta" lol.

    • @tramlink8544
      @tramlink8544 16 дней назад +6

      or Only Fans Gurl

    • @maamrb5
      @maamrb5 16 дней назад +6

      Listening to him, it was probably on his mind too lol

    • @ebbam4524
      @ebbam4524 15 дней назад +1

      I thought that exact thing

    • @mikehora1615
      @mikehora1615 15 дней назад +10

      I thought it was gonna be "old f**king guy" 🤣🤣

    • @alexiiconner
      @alexiiconner 14 дней назад +1

      me too 😭

  • @MrOllieBD
    @MrOllieBD 11 дней назад

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

  • @mercoro
    @mercoro 12 дней назад +1

    There was a time of my life i would watch all donut media videos, i love it so much

  • @Legitster
    @Legitster 16 дней назад +202

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

  • @tygorton
    @tygorton 15 дней назад +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 14 дней назад +5

      why you watching a car channel 😭

    • @EneTheGene
      @EneTheGene 14 дней назад +26

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

    • @thisguyhiguy8339
      @thisguyhiguy8339 14 дней назад +13

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

    • @cmak4563
      @cmak4563 14 дней назад +5

      ​@@thisguyhiguy8339 Damn. Got em 🔥

    • @WholeHeartily
      @WholeHeartily 14 дней назад

      Same!

  • @llliiIIIillIIilll
    @llliiIIIillIIilll 11 дней назад

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

  • @crawford323
    @crawford323 12 дней назад +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.

  • @melpomene1492
    @melpomene1492 16 дней назад +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 16 дней назад +6

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

    • @bananasInpajamas358
      @bananasInpajamas358 15 дней назад

      Jimmy is a terrible host

    • @FuzedBox
      @FuzedBox 13 дней назад

      @@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.

  • @HDisNotSmart
    @HDisNotSmart 16 дней назад +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 16 дней назад +5

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

  • @LordByte
    @LordByte 10 дней назад

    I could watch Bob do a video on anything and I bet I'd enjoy it! Give this man a channel!

  • @liambrinton9935
    @liambrinton9935 12 дней назад

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

  • @yatajoris2857
    @yatajoris2857 16 дней назад +269

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

  • @megunded
    @megunded 14 дней назад +171

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

  • @devinperry7953
    @devinperry7953 8 дней назад

    Bob is amazing. Put him in more videos. Love it.

  • @HeyMaruniko
    @HeyMaruniko 9 дней назад

    Bob is one of the best guests that Donut media invited. thanks a lot 😂👍

  • @ItchyKneeSon
    @ItchyKneeSon 16 дней назад +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 15 дней назад +23

      Wait, is it his grandson? They look alike

    • @millymillions
      @millymillions 15 дней назад +1

      are they really grandson and grandpa

    • @ItchyKneeSon
      @ItchyKneeSon 14 дней назад +5

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

    • @detsiedi161
      @detsiedi161 14 дней назад +3

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

    • @Rumple999
      @Rumple999 12 дней назад

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

  • @josesegura2090
    @josesegura2090 12 дней назад +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!

  • @HHHorea
    @HHHorea День назад

    AMAZING episode, absolutely loved it !!!!!❤❤

  • @cossiefordman720
    @cossiefordman720 16 дней назад +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!

  • @Travis-ek4ed
    @Travis-ek4ed 13 дней назад +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

  • @Scarl3t03
    @Scarl3t03 12 дней назад +3

    man this old fella just break the monitor, he is so great. Please make more with him he's awesome

  • @user-kl6ef1tn5g
    @user-kl6ef1tn5g 12 дней назад +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! 👍

  • @BrutalHamlet
    @BrutalHamlet 16 дней назад +126

    Bring this guy back. He's really funny