Review: V8 Mazda MX-5 Miata! - The Modern Shelby Cobra

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  • čas přidán 5. 06. 2024
  • I review this insane V8 Miata that's done by Sarasota Super Sport Performance. When a Chevy LS3 motor possesses the usually friendly and approachable little Miata, the results are magical, an automotive experience unlike any other today. And unlike wild project cars, this package feels really polished and well-sorted. What do you think about this Miata SS? Huge thanks to Sarasota Super Sport Performance for providing this vehicle for me to review! If you're interested in learning more about it or inquiring about one, check out their website: www.sarasotasupersport.com
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    0:00 Exterior
    1:50 Interior
    3:20 Initial impressions
    6:38 Accelerations
    9:01 Handling
    12:19 More accelerations
    13:25 Pricing
    15:51 Final thoughts
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  • @sarasotasupersportperformance
    @sarasotasupersportperformance Před měsícem +406

    First things first...
    Big shout out to **DriveOn Auto Spa & Coatings** in Hershey, PA. They are a veteran-owned business, and on very short notice got all the road grime from the transport up to PA off the car so it would be nice and clean the morning this video was shot. If you are in the area and need a detail, they are great people.
    As for weight balance and curb weight...
    The curb weight is actually 2790ish....2990 with a 200lb driver in the car.
    Weight distribution is basically 50/50...it is between 50/50 and 51/49. Soft tops will have slightly more front bias...you'll never know if no one told you though.
    Believe it or not, the Falken Azenis RT660 is a serious tire and you have to really try hard to break them loose in a straight line when rolling into the throttle. The mechanical grip far exceeds expectations as those tires simply stick and Mazda knows how to design a suspension to really work. The rear end squirm is the LSD doing its thing and gathering the car up as it puts power down. It all works insanely beautifully....in case Matt's facial expressions didn't make that abundantly clear :)
    Any further questions, feel free to contact via the website.

    • @justinv4036
      @justinv4036 Před měsícem +9

      One of the most exciting, desirable cars that I've seen in a long long time. I'm so happy that there are still heros raging against the fading of the light and keeping dreams like this alive in the world today.
      How does insurance work? For those that can afford to pay cash and not miss $75k , paying Miata rates for this monster would be a huge plus... but for those of us peasants that would have to save pennies for years, is there an easy way to get actual insurance coverage on the cost of the kit?

    • @b-1edward293
      @b-1edward293 Před měsícem +5

      Hershey! Close to my home town. Nice!

    • @user-wu1dv6jk5s
      @user-wu1dv6jk5s Před měsícem +3

      Amazing drivers car, well done

    • @TheNaqoyqatZ
      @TheNaqoyqatZ Před měsícem +5

      What's used for the LSD? Sure it's not the puny stock rear-end? (I guess I missed it in the video, but saw it mentioned in comments it's a 3.91 from a ZL1.)

    • @calebroberts2179
      @calebroberts2179 Před měsícem +4

      @@justinv4036 insurance would still be based on the horsepower partially, for sure higher rates

  • @agaad22
    @agaad22 Před měsícem +2704

    $75k+donor car is absolutely insane 💀

    • @lclnbm
      @lclnbm Před měsícem +49

      Ikr

    • @troymyers5181
      @troymyers5181 Před měsícem +568

      180 hours x $100 per hour is 18k, the guys who built this know their stuff so double that- 36k in labor alone. New crate motor- guessing 8k with cam upgrade minimum, 5k for transmission, they didn't mention the rear axle but it sure not stock - another 4k maybe, wheels and tires probably 3k- that's 20k conservative estimate not including new gauge cluster, ecu, exhaust, driveshaft, Brembo brakes ect. 75k for all of that is priced pretty fair.

    • @pawg206
      @pawg206 Před měsícem +210

      @@troymyers5181all that to be slower then a built Honda for that money and wouldn’t even handle correctly on the track. It’s money spent to be different and that’s it. Someone has money to blow, at the end of the day I still like it!

    • @MrRaitzi
      @MrRaitzi Před měsícem +75

      ​@@troymyers5181company supposedly makes swap kit. Can't really understand point of a kit if it takes so much time and money.

    • @gky3019
      @gky3019 Před měsícem +64

      It used to be 50k at flying miata, but that was also 8 years ago. You get yourself awesome performance for less than 100k. Of course the refinement isn’t there, but this build isn’t for everyone.

  • @moneycarsguns9837
    @moneycarsguns9837 Před měsícem +413

    I love how the whole time he is driving he is smiling or trying not to just bust out in a cheerful laugh from the excitement.

    • @chefgiovanni
      @chefgiovanni Před měsícem +3

      Yes, cool car and great build. The kid driving sounds like a 6th grader.
      🤣

    • @eleanormassaro5195
      @eleanormassaro5195 Před 25 dny

      That’s a signature Matt Moran-style there!😁

    • @call_me_lazarus
      @call_me_lazarus Před 24 dny

      on the dot... you feel his excitement and enjoyment, love it

  • @magna347
    @magna347 Před 27 dny +196

    matt i am 61 years old and battling cancer but i now own a 2017 wrx with only 30 thousand miles its my only car and my daily driver i love it will be the last car i own its a hoot thank you you if followed you from the begining keep it up

    • @finished6267
      @finished6267 Před 23 dny +42

      Keep fighting, brother. Let's see you enjoying that car for many seasons

    • @ryanclough8439
      @ryanclough8439 Před 22 dny +22

      you and that wrx are gonna steamroll cancer man enjoy the drives

    • @krasnaludek298
      @krasnaludek298 Před 22 dny +19

      Kick cancer’s ass 💪🏻 stay mentally strong & surround yourself with only positive influences.

    • @cameronc1254
      @cameronc1254 Před 22 dny +9

      Keep doing what you love, finish the drive with no worries

    • @sierrachief117
      @sierrachief117 Před 21 dnem +3

      Put down the vape no seriously though wishing you the best

  • @mattr8904
    @mattr8904 Před měsícem +998

    Everybody is excited over the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N & I'm over here like: PUT A V8 IN A MIATA!!!

    • @RogueBeatsARG
      @RogueBeatsARG Před měsícem +52

      Who is exited for a Ioniq 5??

    • @BN99239
      @BN99239 Před měsícem +41

      @@RogueBeatsARG For the 5 N, a lot of people actually. Hyundai did some unique stuff with that car.

    • @odinikita4821
      @odinikita4821 Před měsícem +32

      I am not excited over any ionic 5n Hyundai electric cars are boring and Soulless sure my microwave heats up meat faster than my barbecue but I prefer barbecue

    • @shadowninja569
      @shadowninja569 Před měsícem +10

      I saw a Hyundai Genesis coupe on the road yesterday and was like "Oh yea... This car exists. Imagine if made a N version of this instead."

    • @smaniz
      @smaniz Před měsícem +16

      Excited over the Hyundai Ioniq?! Yeah, sure ...
      ... all the people who don't care about cars at all.

  • @Jorge_Magallon
    @Jorge_Magallon Před měsícem +275

    As an ND2 owner, it’s so weird to hear a V8 rumble from a “cute” Miata. Great review.

    • @strategic_1223
      @strategic_1223 Před měsícem +19

      Makes me wanna do this to my nd2 lol

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +12

      Thanks Jorge!

    • @Mavert83
      @Mavert83 Před 29 dny +2

      I have mix feelings here. Searching………….😂

    • @Admiral-Dolphin
      @Admiral-Dolphin Před 18 dny

      This „cute miot fraction“ is the worst about the MX5 Community.

  • @isaicalderon5371
    @isaicalderon5371 Před měsícem +486

    We got a V8 Miata before GTA 6

    • @Sideways_Singh
      @Sideways_Singh Před měsícem +72

      V8 miatas existed since they were created in 1989 lol. Flyin miata even had a v8 for this generation chassis since 2016

    • @ItzzzBeamo
      @ItzzzBeamo Před měsícem +47

      We’ve had V8 Miatas since we’ve had like… the Miata.

    • @AJ88874
      @AJ88874 Před měsícem +2

      @@Sideways_Singhhe literally mentions Flyin Miata at the start lol did u not see the vid?

    • @sesh3508
      @sesh3508 Před měsícem +9

      Someone really wanted top comment

    • @Snakeplisskin440
      @Snakeplisskin440 Před měsícem +2

      Checkout Tom's Turbo Garage V8 Miata.

  • @TheMGChannel
    @TheMGChannel Před měsícem +77

    Dropping bangers only this week! I drove a V8 NB Miata about two years ago making 401 RWHP and it was Wild to drive. Great review bro, you got to do more of this enthusiasts car reviews, not only great for your channel but they get your best reactions and we see your passion.

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +7

      Thanks, I’m glad you liked it! A V8 NB sounds even crazier haha. I’m hoping to work in more privately owned cars this year for sure but my passion is helping car shoppers find a new or used car they’ll love.

  • @DarkMatter1992
    @DarkMatter1992 Před měsícem +115

    There is an Australia company, Bullet Performance, that was doing this in the 1990s and 2000s, they used a 4.0 V8 from Toyota, and some of them were supercharged.

    • @_Erogaki
      @_Erogaki Před měsícem +11

      I bet those are much more complicated space wise. Those yota v8s are huge as hell.

    • @DarkMatter1992
      @DarkMatter1992 Před měsícem +6

      @@_Erogaki Yeah, they had to re-engineer the front, they even gave it a single piece clamshell like a Dodge Viper, different headlights too (from Chrysler Neon). Numerous other upgrades were also done.

    • @billywild5440
      @billywild5440 Před měsícem +7

      At least they stuck with quality Japanese engines.

    • @GooglePixelGoogle
      @GooglePixelGoogle Před 29 dny +10

      Monster Miata was doing this in the early 90's with 5.0 Ford V8s with T-5 transmissions. They are still around and they sell the old 5.0 conversions as well as LS conversions.

    • @mitchell5064
      @mitchell5064 Před 28 dny

      @@billywild5440ls is surprisingly reliable for how they’re put together out of the factory

  • @integrafreak1
    @integrafreak1 Před měsícem +234

    YES!!! I’ve beeen waiting for this style of review again. Brings me back to the old days lol

    • @strategic_1223
      @strategic_1223 Před měsícem +10

      Yea man I agree, as I read your comment I was like dang I’ve been watching this dude since 2013 I think. Subaruwrxfan lol. Love the old school reviews

    • @thebackroomstockboy7336
      @thebackroomstockboy7336 Před měsícem +2

      @@strategic_1223 hahaha I almost forgot that he used to be subaruwrxfan! Damn, it’s been a minute for sure haha

    • @fv1291
      @fv1291 Před 13 dny

      Not smog legal.

  • @shdwcharger
    @shdwcharger Před měsícem +77

    Loving the sleeper look, if that drove by, you wouldn't guess the v8 noise came from a Miata

  • @84imreplica
    @84imreplica Před měsícem +62

    Many years ago I owned a 1990 Monster Miata. It had a slightly warmed over 5.0 litre Mustang motor and Mustang 5 speed gear box. At the time I thought my V8 powered Miata was very quick, but it was not even in the same universe when compared to the V8 Miata you're test driving.

    • @ElsinoreRacer
      @ElsinoreRacer Před 25 dny +3

      But at least at that time it was an original idea. My 1st thought seeing this video, "This was new 35 years ago."

    • @84imreplica
      @84imreplica Před 17 dny

      @@Gruuvin1 So what what?

    • @Gruuvin1
      @Gruuvin1 Před 16 dny

      @@ElsinoreRacer so what?

    • @Gruuvin1
      @Gruuvin1 Před 16 dny

      @@84imreplica sorry, my response was for ElsinoreRacer. I fixed it.

    • @ElsinoreRacer
      @ElsinoreRacer Před 16 dny

      @@84imreplica It was made to sound like putting a V-8 in a Miata (and thinking, "Cobra-ish) was a new thing. The guy above kinda makes that point, and I underline it. Not too hard to decipher, Karen.

  • @sxlx
    @sxlx Před měsícem +72

    Now THIS is the answer!

  • @michaelbeaudo6761
    @michaelbeaudo6761 Před 28 dny +20

    I work at one of the highest traffic gas stations in my area. a guy comes through every now and again in an NC Miata and one day I asked him about it because it wasnt too loud but it didnt sound like a 4 banger at all (it also had giant brakes for a miata and several hood vents). He told me that car originally was the r&d chassis for this same v8 swap program and that he bought it directly from flyin miata i believe. He tracks the thing and it looks like a beast he said it actually had to be rebuilt much stronger because it had too much power and some of the components couldnt take the torque leading to him spinning out on the track when they failed. I think he said they ended up replacing the original LS with a newer one as well. Super cool guy and amazing car glad I asked him about it.

  • @bronsongraff
    @bronsongraff Před měsícem +9

    It isn't often you watch a youtube video that you really FEEL the visceral intensity of a driving experience. The expression on your face, matched with the roar of the car.. says everything. What fun.

  • @MakingItHappenMWC
    @MakingItHappenMWC Před měsícem +311

    This is your lane dude. Review these type cars and get bak to reviewing client builds. The new cars are already done to boredom.

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +61

      These are definitely fun and I’m gonna try to work in more personal cars, but my passion is to provide car buying advice on the new and used stuff.

    • @MakingItHappenMWC
      @MakingItHappenMWC Před měsícem +20

      @@MattMaranMotoring I hear ya. A good mix.

    • @gigatron2008
      @gigatron2008 Před měsícem +16

      This. New cars are boring as hell.

    • @jerryp2433
      @jerryp2433 Před měsícem

      I also like it when he reviews old cars.

    • @MrBernaln2
      @MrBernaln2 Před měsícem

      @MakingItHappenMWC is on to something. Maybe a special episode series?

  • @phucm1282
    @phucm1282 Před měsícem +57

    Love it!!! I miss these kind of modified car reviews. Do more of it Matt!!

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +6

      I’m glad you liked it! I’m gonna try to work more in this year.

  • @lilrockstarrs
    @lilrockstarrs Před měsícem +46

    This is my all time favorite type of car reviews. Matt + fun personal cars as always love the content Matt!!

  • @ryanl.1362
    @ryanl.1362 Před měsícem +49

    Hi Matt. I really enjoyed your past two videos. Less routines than usual. Really give me the old subaruwrxfan vibe. Keep the good work coming!

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +10

      Thanks, I’m glad you liked them! I’ll be doing lots more performance cars these next few months!

    • @ivanredinger969
      @ivanredinger969 Před měsícem +1

      You're a real OG, nice.... Hope he stays old school and continues to say "Lets pull on this back road and see how she does."

    • @ryanl.1362
      @ryanl.1362 Před měsícem +1

      @@ivanredinger969haha yea. Been a subscriber since the old BRZ days. I think one of my favourite reviews was the red F type. I cannot believe that’s almost 10 years ago. Time flies!

    • @iKoNiiCk
      @iKoNiiCk Před měsícem

      I’m

  • @mikes9939
    @mikes9939 Před 28 dny +7

    I owned a '93 Mazda RX-7 with an LS 2 and T 56 six speed swap done by Hinson Motorsports in Birmingham, Al. It weighed about 2850 lbs and everything worked including the A/C using the GM compressor, power steering using the GM pump and all the gauges were working correctly and accurately. It used the stock brakes and they worked beautifully. The car had the original 4.10 rear differential and I had replaced all the rubber bushings to help eliminate wheel hop. I was always concerned about the original rear end and did not do any hard clutch drop starts, but once rolling it was fair game. The stock tune was used in the factory GM computer and the car was so smooth and tractable, a real pleasure to drive. However once you got into it then it was a real terror. I used to snooker late model Corvettes into a little street fun and they were always shocked when I made them feel bad. I can totally appreciate how this car runs with even more power than mine had. Also the cornering is not affected at all and that's the best part. The LS is just what these cars needed all along and this one is no different. The great handling remains like the original but it's a way better car than the original engine in either case. It's a great ride.

    • @876jesseJAMES
      @876jesseJAMES Před 27 dny +1

      I would have thought with the weight difference at the front the cornering would have been affected

    • @mikes9939
      @mikes9939 Před 27 dny +3

      @@876jesseJAMES An LS engine like the LS 2 was only about 430 lbs. Really low for a real V 8. The 2 turbos and all the associated plumbing plus rotary engine was about the same therefore no front spring change was needed. Amazing! The increase in torque is the most impressive thing, the car just moves effortlessly. You have to drive it to appreciate how important power to weight ratios are. This will make a believer out of anyone that thinks that a little more weight isn't important. That's just a nonsense thought. I could simply ease the clutch out without adding any gas and the car would just move on with the engine at idle and then could take my foot off the clutch and add throttle. This was with the factory GM tune, very nice to drive. I would post a picture if I knew how, very cool car.

    • @markmartin7384
      @markmartin7384 Před 15 dny

      ​@@mikes9939 LS in an Fd rx7 sounds perfect! Way better than in a miata because you have a much more capable chassis with room for more tire

  • @bobbykhan5787
    @bobbykhan5787 Před měsícem +16

    It’s been a long time since you’ve been able to review something that “roars to life” and was so exciting. Thanks for reviewing these non-oem and older cars so we can enjoy as well. Needless to say the new car market is not offering much excitement anymore

  • @NickNackPattysWack
    @NickNackPattysWack Před měsícem +21

    I met the owner in Tennessee on his way back from this review, and this thing sits just right. The camera doesn't do it justice. Very nice and knowable guy and a really cool car.

  • @reneec6141
    @reneec6141 Před měsícem +1

    This is a fantastic video! Felt like I was experiencing the craziness of this car with you on the road. Great review, keep them coming 👍

  • @thomasweinstock3843
    @thomasweinstock3843 Před 27 dny +1

    Honestly one of the best videos done by you, Matt! One of a kind car makes it all that much better.

  • @briansmobile1
    @briansmobile1 Před měsícem +23

    That looks fun sharp and done right!

    • @briansmobile1
      @briansmobile1 Před měsícem +3

      Dude, just had to re-subscribe. YT... why?

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +3

      Yeah I hear that a lot sadly, thanks Brian! Hope you're doing well!

  • @c.a.r.s.carsandrelevantspecs
    @c.a.r.s.carsandrelevantspecs Před měsícem +7

    I really enjoyed this video and loved the acceleration reactions! I wish I could see you take this on track! 😃🏁

  • @jimmyforall
    @jimmyforall Před 29 dny +1

    Nice review Matt. I've been watching your videos since 10 years ago back when I was in PA. I really enjoy your work.

  • @pira.kathir
    @pira.kathir Před měsícem +2

    Great video. Looking forward to the future car videos on your channel!

  • @enkay3791
    @enkay3791 Před měsícem +4

    As the owner of an NA Miata and an LS(x) E30, I approve! Love to see this legacy continued by SSS!

  • @themightyshogun
    @themightyshogun Před měsícem +8

    My new dream car. Amazing job Matt.

  • @andrewpaul3235
    @andrewpaul3235 Před měsícem +1

    Awesome review, Matt. That had to be an absolute blast to drive!

  • @MeatMissle
    @MeatMissle Před 26 dny +1

    First time watcher, this was the most fun car review I've ever watched. You lucky man

  • @kennedyracing7527
    @kennedyracing7527 Před měsícem +11

    Best review you have ever done!! I want one

  • @user-jd4hk6so6h
    @user-jd4hk6so6h Před měsícem +8

    V8 is always the answer😎

  • @Fitforacting
    @Fitforacting Před měsícem +2

    Amazing!!! I have always wanted to see you review one of these ❤

  • @HarryPetropoulos
    @HarryPetropoulos Před 27 dny

    Matt… this is my first video that I’ve seen of you… and I have to say. Just in this one video, I have come to say that you are on of the best car reviewers I’ve seen these days. Some people follow the same formula and maybe you do to, but your pacing and non abrasive/interesting talking points/passion has made this a very enjoyable video. Looking forward to watching more.

  • @-Munditimum-
    @-Munditimum- Před měsícem +4

    Awesome. I could just feel how authentic everything you were saying was Matt.
    Would love to see you drive some V8 Solstices. There are some wild ones around.
    Cheers and thank you for the continued upload of amazing content.
    M

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +4

      Thanks, I’m glad you liked it! I didn’t know there were V8 swapped Soltices, if someone offers one I’d definitely be up for that!

  • @yeanwang3594
    @yeanwang3594 Před měsícem +14

    mazda god up there, please put the new inline 6 in the next gen miata.

    • @androiduberalles
      @androiduberalles Před měsícem +5

      I'm betting it's too long

    • @erictate8986
      @erictate8986 Před měsícem +1

      @yeanwang3594 this is a great swap ,with a LS small block Chevy V8 engine under the hood of this Mazda Miata !!! Just imagine if Mazda, itself develop it's own V8 engine and Stuff it in it's rear wheel drive Miata, now that would be cool 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪💪💪💪👍👍👍👍👍

    • @glasseyes5844
      @glasseyes5844 Před 28 dny +2

      I'd prefer if they brought back a 2 or even 3 rotor rx-7 😢, the miata should remain as it is. Maybe a 2.5 l 4 inline at most.

  • @payrocoin
    @payrocoin Před 28 dny +4

    That part of Pennsylvania is absolutely beautiful. I loved the scenery and how nicely spaced the houses were.

    • @Scientist_Salarian
      @Scientist_Salarian Před 28 dny +1

      I was just thinking the same thing. Beautiful.

    • @Saltinator
      @Saltinator Před 6 dny

      Outside of blue cities, PA is quite beautiful.

  • @ethanfleury4051
    @ethanfleury4051 Před měsícem +3

    Another banger from Matt! Truly one of the BEST car reviewers on the internet!

  • @thomasweinstock3843
    @thomasweinstock3843 Před měsícem +4

    That was awesome! Love the exhaust in the center

    • @mikeyerke3920
      @mikeyerke3920 Před měsícem

      I thought that was cool too, but four exits like a Corvette would blow minds! 👍🏻

  • @ninchalla_creates
    @ninchalla_creates Před měsícem +4

    Would like to see more project cars on here. Good review

  • @tedadamgreen
    @tedadamgreen Před měsícem +1

    PHENOMENAL review Matt!!

  • @revmatchproductions
    @revmatchproductions Před 27 dny +1

    Matt this video is so good for your channel!👍🏼

  • @ChristianC-gy1ym
    @ChristianC-gy1ym Před měsícem +4

    Tell you what, this car really brought out the nostalgic Matt. I remember when he was SubaruWRXFan and I started following his stuff back when he bought a brz. So much time has passed yet this channel remains one of my favs. Love seeing him this happy driving a car again.

  • @im_an_alvani
    @im_an_alvani Před měsícem +3

    Man this is an ND built right. Love the 6UL wheels and what looks to be a much girthier steering wheel. I can't even imagine how nuts this would be on the track. Center exit exhaust is the chef's kiss.

  • @Emilthehun
    @Emilthehun Před měsícem

    That is one clean build! Beautiful car , and obviously no expense spared in this build.

  • @Luis_G919
    @Luis_G919 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you for the 3rd person view with exhaust sound.

  • @irishuwould5185
    @irishuwould5185 Před měsícem +62

    This car is a big middle finger to the EV industry and I love it

    • @07wrxtr1
      @07wrxtr1 Před měsícem

      Ev is a FAKE alternative that will be rug pulled for the masses…
      They want to get rid of personal vehicles but are trying to fool the normies into thinking that an EV will be the alternative
      More like: you get to plan ahead and rent for half a day for “the climate dude bro!!”

    • @mulamulelilumadi4717
      @mulamulelilumadi4717 Před měsícem +4

      Cry

    • @rogermartinez78
      @rogermartinez78 Před měsícem +4

      Not really, I think you are looking at it the wrong way. I made a Mini Cooper electric my daily driver with some brake and suspension modifications of course, and my two gas cars are my project vehicles that I drive on few occasions.

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes Před měsícem +4

      Yes. When he first hit that throttle, that was my thought. I don't want to electric car anymore.

    • @everlasting1154
      @everlasting1154 Před měsícem +2

      How? This car costs more than a model 3 performance that comes with a factory warranty And it doesn’t even have traction control lol

  • @g.e.587
    @g.e.587 Před měsícem +3

    Such a bad-ass build!! I love it

  • @raymondjunger4742
    @raymondjunger4742 Před 17 dny

    Hey bro, i know you since your BRZ and Subaruwrxfan-era. Glad you're doing well and that you're still active! Much love from Germany.

  • @dannyphamous
    @dannyphamous Před 29 dny

    I can listen to your review all day 😆
    Cheers to your bullitt 🍻

  • @youdidntbuildthat47
    @youdidntbuildthat47 Před měsícem +8

    I’d luv to take this monster to a Mazda dealer and prank them with an oil change request.

  • @patrickcallaway2614
    @patrickcallaway2614 Před měsícem +4

    We’ve built 2 of these - LS2 NA and a LS3 495hp NC PFHT. Great handling and more car than driver when in my hands. :o

  • @RenLacerda
    @RenLacerda Před 23 dny

    The sound of it... SOOOO nice and smooth. with all the driver feeling of a Miata, must be a dream!

  • @karimtafer9570
    @karimtafer9570 Před měsícem +1

    Forget space programe and all the things.
    This is what we need tu understand humanity.
    This is the best programe ever. Thanks

  • @Therafester14
    @Therafester14 Před měsícem +3

    This is crazy! Wild!

  • @robsolf
    @robsolf Před měsícem +3

    A custom shop made a miata with a ford 5.0 back in the 90's. I love that this is an LS, though. Any high performance shop in town would probably be able to work on it.

    • @GooglePixelGoogle
      @GooglePixelGoogle Před 29 dny +1

      That would have been Monster Miata, they are still around, and they still make kits for the older Miatas

  • @jerrys7261
    @jerrys7261 Před měsícem +1

    I missed these videos from you, custom builds :)

  • @vincentcalicchia1987
    @vincentcalicchia1987 Před měsícem +13

    I have a 2022 Camaro SS 1LE, for less than $50k, best car bang for your buck. It has the engine of this Miata, and an absolute amazing 6 speed transmission. Nothing compares on road or track.

    • @jasonshort43
      @jasonshort43 Před měsícem +1

      2022 Camaro is the LT1. This is an LS3.

    • @IReahpZz
      @IReahpZz Před měsícem +2

      @@Simeon301091more like 800-900lbs more .

    • @Element_y
      @Element_y Před měsícem +4

      "Nothing" compares on road or track? That doesn't sound right to me

    • @IReahpZz
      @IReahpZz Před měsícem +1

      @@Element_y for the money new I’m sure he’s prefacing .

    • @Element_y
      @Element_y Před měsícem

      @@IReahpZz fair enough. If we're specifically talking 'new' only

  • @fullcircleattire4410
    @fullcircleattire4410 Před měsícem +5

    This is so sick 😮‍💨 love this video!

  • @nextlevelup6810
    @nextlevelup6810 Před 29 dny +2

    Matt will always have the best WOT reactions 😂

  • @mrspeeddemon727
    @mrspeeddemon727 Před měsícem

    This is awesome. Wish I had that kind of money to burn to put this kit in my ND MX5.
    The constant smile on your face is proof it's fun as hell to drive. Of course, it's already a fun car to drive.
    I put race exhaust on mine and it can get loud, I just don't have all that HP to go with it.
    Thanks for making the video.

  • @ryanrobertson3508
    @ryanrobertson3508 Před měsícem +9

    used C6 grand sport corvette...add edelbrock supercharger, weight reduction, and you are done for half of that miata and none of the headaches.

    • @huntersmith8338
      @huntersmith8338 Před měsícem +4

      But you're still stuck with a soulless corvette

    • @cmoney360CS
      @cmoney360CS Před 27 dny +1

      It’s funny from every review of the edelbrock g force supercharger for those I’ve heard they are one of the biggest headaches out there.

  • @Nicer_Ricer_JDM
    @Nicer_Ricer_JDM Před 22 dny +3

    The car community thanks you, actually original car content 💯

  • @stonefootedcarspotting6463

    Good job James and Sophie! I just pulled the engine and trans out of a Malibu for my first time doing it, and did a transmission rebuild on it. No experience but we just went for it, and it’s working out well so far!

  • @azraairye3027
    @azraairye3027 Před 20 dny

    Its fun to see a man seems like a child got a dream toy. Respect for the tuners who meticulously chose all the right components n being so humble in producing the most optimum, yet the best at a Miata can be. Its not about maximizing evrythng or making a flashy car, but humbly picking n bringing out the best that a driver cn experience. Luv n respect for the tuners team.

  • @theeEXAR
    @theeEXAR Před měsícem +3

    Wow, that's dope...

  • @mikethebeginner
    @mikethebeginner Před měsícem +14

    Why did Flyin’ Miata stop doing V8 conversions??

    • @SuperMacGuy
      @SuperMacGuy Před měsícem +8

      Legality and EPA I believe.

    • @psyberiusblack
      @psyberiusblack Před měsícem +6

      …and cost. They just weren’t making money tying up the shop doing the builds.

    • @mikethebeginner
      @mikethebeginner Před měsícem +2

      What do you mean tying up the shop? What else does the shop do? I thought all they did was do V8 conversions and sell parts.

  • @DannyBoyGhost
    @DannyBoyGhost Před 29 dny

    Yo I did not expect that sound from this Miata what a sound of beauty this car is fully loaded nicely loaded sheesh I can express how much I would love to have this beauty 😊 I’m overwhelmed

  • @Viralityoflife
    @Viralityoflife Před 20 dny

    I hope this video gets to 1 million views! You deserve it

  • @richarddiditall
    @richarddiditall Před měsícem +4

    A v8 Miata? Now this I have to see

  • @Velanestar
    @Velanestar Před měsícem +15

    $100k-140k,
    c6 z06, with low milage, built to whatever you dream- and have 20-40k left over- depending on what you're chasing
    It's a cool concept, but i think someone whos dedicated, patient, and knows how to wrench could replicate this (with a used v8 motor) for a 3rd the price or even lower.
    Like, junkyard motor you build, junk yard trans you build, junkyard miata you build, new suspension, exhaust you fab, holly system, you could still be under 20-30k....
    Still dope and if i was a multi millionaire i'd so buy one but......thats ALOT of money for a v8'd Miata.

    • @Piznick64
      @Piznick64 Před měsícem +2

      Yea dude got ripped off

    • @Velanestar
      @Velanestar Před měsícem +2

      @@Piznick64 that's entirely based on perspective.
      (Plus pretty sure he's just borrowing it for a video)
      You can pay someone to do it, do it well, and have it come out looking like a stock Miata, but drive like an ac cobra and have all the bells and whistles figured out with all new parts
      Or you can put several hundred hours of labour into one with used parts that will look like whatever kind of effort you put in, and depending on how much you spend or don't spend, that might have you pretty high up in the spending bracket.
      Granted if you spent 50k, you'd still have a car the blows the doors off everything in it's price bracket that's not a laptop civic or a bubbad small block Chevy, and punches well above it's weight class too. While being reasonably comfortable.
      My point in my comment more or less was yes, for 100k-140k you can get similar if not better price to performance/smiles per gallon than this car, and you could also dyi it with used parts and save tens of thousands of not more in dollars.
      And it's not like it's not dope, and worth the money if you have it. But to someone who can barely afford his $6500 c4 repair costs and such while wrenching himself, this is as unobtainable as a Ferrari/Lambo/my actual dream car(C6 zr1)

    • @urgandma
      @urgandma Před měsícem +2

      ​@@Piznick64 did not get ripped off. Very few people can do a project this big. Most project cars stay on hiatus indefinitely. Paying a skilled team to build you a turn key car isn't cheap, it is what it is.

    • @klasseact6663
      @klasseact6663 Před měsícem

      Not everyone's a wrench, like myself, so I'd have to win the lotto for something like this...and I would!

    • @mrspeeddemon727
      @mrspeeddemon727 Před měsícem +4

      You're getting a lot more than just the motor for $75k. Did you not pay attention in the video?
      Motor, exhaust, new tires, suspension, steering wheel, gauges, gear box, shifter, bigger brake rotors and pads, etc.
      It's a whole kit you're buying, not just the motor. Plus you have to pay for labor to swap it all out.

  • @elborro444
    @elborro444 Před měsícem

    Awesome review, nice job Matt!

  • @onecarlowes
    @onecarlowes Před 28 dny +1

    Matt is literally smiling the entire video 😊

  • @boatlover2296
    @boatlover2296 Před měsícem +5

    I’ve owned many Miata’s through the years. I have learned that the car is very balanced and putting a very heavy V8 in one would destroy the handling capability. My last one I installed a small supercharger that puts power output to 265 the car was a rocket and it still handled, stopped perfectly. And an added bonus was it didn’t break the bank!

    • @buddyholleypoint9032
      @buddyholleypoint9032 Před měsícem +2

      It doesn't destroy the handling, the V8 isn't that much heavier than the motor that's in it. You can't beat on it mindlessly like the underpowered 4 cyl version, but it really isn't as bad as you'd think.

    • @MishimaBloodl1n3
      @MishimaBloodl1n3 Před měsícem +1

      That tunnel at 06:22 is the same tunnel from those crash videos xD

  • @legend5845
    @legend5845 Před měsícem +3

    Matt is the type of guy who wears his name on his chest

  • @PrimitiveMLG
    @PrimitiveMLG Před 4 dny

    These are the reviews we need again. The performance car reviews!

  • @marcflippo9850
    @marcflippo9850 Před 28 dny

    Killer ride! Keep up the great videos.

  • @mcximus
    @mcximus Před měsícem +4

    Can you just supercharge or turbo charge the Miata to make around 250 HP to the wheels? That's plenty of power for a tiny car like the Miata.

    • @Velanestar
      @Velanestar Před měsícem

      You could, you could also k swap it, or ecoboost or j series swap it and it'd be a nutty little ride. But the point of this is to be a modern AC cobra.

    • @07wrxtr1
      @07wrxtr1 Před měsícem +3

      Yeah just not enough tire on it!! A 370z LS swap would be more manageable as you can easily run 305’s on the back

    • @Velanestar
      @Velanestar Před měsícem +3

      @@07wrxtr1 id sooner update/upgrade a c4/c3 Vette. They weight about the same, and would require less to swap in a cammed LS into.

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před měsícem +3

      You can, and Sarasota Super Sport Performance offers a turbo upgrade package too.

  • @Digiphex
    @Digiphex Před měsícem +3

    The Miata is criminally underpowered so that is why this is so cool.

    • @Michael-li3id
      @Michael-li3id Před měsícem +1

      it's faster IRL than on paper. nd2 does 0-60 in 5.7s and that's with needing to shift to 3rd gear. If 2nd gear hit 60 it'd be in the 5.0s range which is quicker than most V8 cars from 15-20 yrs ago.
      From a red light I took a 97 mustang gt w/ the 4.6 in it.

    • @Digiphex
      @Digiphex Před měsícem

      @@Michael-li3id So you make the car super lightweight and small and then erase that advantage by using a weak motor so it turns in Honda Accord V6 times? No way. I would put a turbo 4 in it.

    • @Michael-li3id
      @Michael-li3id Před měsícem

      @@Digiphex as an ND2 owner the engine isnt weak, it's appropriate. Could it use more power? Sure, in 10% of situations I wouldn't mind more power. Other 90% of the time it's adequate or more than adequate.
      the nd2 redline is 7,500 RPM. Adding a turbo would knock the redline down to 6,500, and only allow for about 3k rpm of torque. The literal purpose of roadsters is having a free-revving engine with a high redline.
      adding a turbo to a roadster is like asking to remove the bed from a pickup. Their purpose is to haul stuff.

    • @Digiphex
      @Digiphex Před měsícem

      @@Michael-li3id There is no roadster organization regulating the "purpose of roadsters." And thank god, because then we wouldn't have the 382 HP Z4 roadster, 3.8 to 60.

    • @Michael-li3id
      @Michael-li3id Před měsícem

      @@Digiphex Z4 is a great car, except they didn't come in manual until this year
      I almost bought an 02 m roadster for $32k, which is what my new Miata cost.

  • @jondonnelly4831
    @jondonnelly4831 Před 24 dny

    Incredible that it fits so well !

  • @lairdnelson18
    @lairdnelson18 Před 29 dny +1

    That car sounds great I love that exhaust note

  • @SkyyMi
    @SkyyMi Před měsícem +3

    I was waiting for the day the ND started hitting that point were V8 kits became an accessible option.
    Just bonkers to think the room exists for beefy power plant to fit.

    • @wg5331
      @wg5331 Před měsícem

      It’s what makes the LS so great for swaps. It’s dimensions are so compact and it’s reasonably affordable compared to other V8s, it’s the perfect motor for swaps

  • @user-ul4wy2lx2m
    @user-ul4wy2lx2m Před měsícem +4

    This is so much cheaper than a Ferrari 😊

  • @highfivechaser4119
    @highfivechaser4119 Před 20 dny

    The thing is a power house! Great review Matt!

  • @Luis_G919
    @Luis_G919 Před měsícem

    Would love to see more exhaust clips in your videos, can’t wait to see what’s next.

  • @Cnar-dw3rl
    @Cnar-dw3rl Před měsícem +3

    Which gearbox?

  • @Slimothy
    @Slimothy Před měsícem +3

    Thought it was a typo in the title lol. But 75k PLUS donor vehicle? No thanks lmao

  • @2shoestoo
    @2shoestoo Před měsícem +1

    Reminds me of the days of the sunbeam Tiger’s with the small block 289-302 ford motors. Very nice build

  • @iaahner
    @iaahner Před 22 dny

    I owned an ND, and had an LS3 on an engine stand, with this dream in mind.
    I ultimately built a vette instead because I was too lazy to see this project through.
    End result has similar performance, but the V8 miata is just so much more special. I love this build.

  • @tzion115
    @tzion115 Před měsícem +12

    100k for just a v8 on Miata might as well put the money in the trash 🗑️, I’m sure the car is a lot of fun I’m really do , but the end is Miata at the end of pulling with Miata so expensive toy and that it is not like you can buy it and the Value will stay. He’s nothing special about that. V8 Miata was there for two decade , you can find them all over the Internet for way cheaper probably the $20,000 or under !

    • @mcwally514
      @mcwally514 Před 20 dny +1

      If you used proper punctuation and grammar, I would have understood your ramblings 😂😂😂

    • @DaddyFuz
      @DaddyFuz Před 20 dny +1

      English?

    • @Soapboxwarrior
      @Soapboxwarrior Před 18 dny +1

      I understand you

  • @DeuceDevious
    @DeuceDevious Před měsícem +7

    Never seen this channel. First video. Definitely will be my last. Him trying to justify a 75k plus 30k donor as a bargain is embarrassing.

    • @zgSH4DOW
      @zgSH4DOW Před měsícem +3

      It's not a sales ad
      It's not about you

    • @DeuceDevious
      @DeuceDevious Před měsícem

      @@zgSH4DOW y'all can chill for this man all you want but there is no way that this man can be taken seriously saying that the Corvette e Ray is a worse by than a LS swapped Miata

    • @Broke2FastGarage
      @Broke2FastGarage Před měsícem

      Not a single soul, not one. Cares about what you think.

    • @DeuceDevious
      @DeuceDevious Před měsícem +1

      @@Broke2FastGarage it's a good thing I don't need your approval to comment. Like I said, you can shill for this man all you want

  • @mattmacpherson1033
    @mattmacpherson1033 Před 23 dny

    What a unique vehicle. Thanks for sharing!

  • @thomasweinstock3843
    @thomasweinstock3843 Před 18 dny

    Guys we need to get this to half a million!!!! I’ve re-watched this vid several times! Let’s keep pushing it for Matt!!

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 18 dny +1

      Thanks, I appreciate it! At the current rate it should hit 500k tonight!

  • @alorrick7546
    @alorrick7546 Před 29 dny +1

    LOVE my LSx powered Porsche 944s which has been my most favorite car to drive.
    best it is carb legal, and more so excited to be working on and building my mazda miata 2018 LSx swapped car.
    Which wife and I both cannot wait!

  • @cwx8
    @cwx8 Před měsícem +1

    I didn't know LS3s could create power and torque curves like that. WOW. just wow.

  • @mugens2k
    @mugens2k Před měsícem +1

    Sounds like a riot! Wow

  • @szafado
    @szafado Před 29 dny

    now this is a proper sport car from mazda iv´e always tought of this, but the money to build something like this is insane!

  • @OctaneStreet
    @OctaneStreet Před 3 dny

    "The Modern Shelby Cobra" haha, what a great comparison and title! That thing is awesome.