How much does it cost to build a Nissan Micra?
To build the cars, MIA starts with a bone stock Micra S, which costs them $11,000 after PDI and tax, leaving only $9,000 to work with to convert the subcompact into a racecar. “Making the project happen within the guidelines was tricky to say the least,” Hermez said during our visit.
How does a Micra Cup race car work?
The Micra racecar still uses a mass airflow sensor, which Hermez said “is not a very accurate way to determine fuel delivery,” so it needs to be accounted for in the design of the cold air intake. Also, all the diameters are exact so the car doesn’t run rich or lean.
Where is the MIA Micra race car built?
MIA, which is located in an indescript row of commercial units racing at Autodrome St-Eustache about 40 minutes northwest of Montreal, fabricates and preps vehicles for varying types of racing series and prides itself on build quality. However, as they say, “Good, Fast, Cheap.
When did the Nissan Micra Cup Series start?
When the Nissan Micra Cup series was announced in late 2014, there was one main goal: be the most affordable, semi-professional racing series in Canada. In order to achieve that goal, everything about the series needed to be cost-effective.
How does the Nissan Micra look on the road?
Even the Micra’s backside looks good thanks to well proportioned taillights. (Photo: Karen Tuggay, Canadian Auto Press)
Where did Michael from Nugget nationals get his car?
Another Nugget into the 40’s! We first met Michael at Haunted Hills earlier this year, where he’d picked up a $500 Barina. As with most competitors, once you have a taste of Nuggets, there’s really no going back. For Mike, it meant purchasing an old competitor car which conveniently happened to be a Barina too.
Is the 2019 Nissan Micra a good car?
Nissan’s 2019 Micra even looks good in base S trim. (Photo: Karen Tuggay, Canadian Auto Press) It’s not too often that the cheapest and stingiest choice ends up being the most enjoyable, but such is the case with Nissan’s Micra.
Why did Iain go to the Nugget nationals?
Iain’s entry at every Nugget Nationals event proves that seat time pays off and it’s great to have seen him progress throughout the years. A truly well deserved PB!