After 4 iterations, I think (maybe!) I've landed on a nice sized display in my console unit for the rear LED strip controller. Check out my blog details:
http://www.plastibots.com/index.php/2021/10/03/finito-mx-5-rear-led-strip-console-controller/
Check out the below link for the latest version of this - NeoLumn8:
https://www.plastibots.com/index.php/2022/06/03/neostrips-mazda-mx-5-nd-nd2-rear-dynamic-led-kit-for-sale-limited-quantities/