Building a $25,000 Suzuki Swift in 27 MINUTES

[@mightycarmods]

We were reminded just how fun a little nugget hatchback can be when we borrowed some cars at a circuit in Japan last year. As soon as we got home we started hunting for something similar, turning a bog standard Swift into a track day thrasher. Hope you enjoy this video and thanks for watching!

[@pjccwest]

"Guaranteed to increase power"

[@Rodri-86]

Moog just loose the wind deflectors. They just don't go with the car. If they were tinted maybe, crystal clear no way.

[@brendonperry1818]

Please import a Glanza V if you want the best nugget hatchback in the world!

[@mexibobor]

Please bring this challenge and Peugeobro back!

[@doraexplora9046]

I'm pretty sure there is a version of the Swift that has a proper six-speed full sequential g'box. I'd be looking at that mod at some point. And then maybe an electric super charger from TorqAmp.

[@FlyingNDriving]

I like the honesty to what's sponsored and what's cash out of your own pocket, very rare sight these days from channels

[@panzerveps]

It's because they used to be more shady about it. It started a huge discussion in their socials 2 or 3 years ago. What seemed to be a build financed from pocket turned out to be a huge sponsored project.

[@jwr899]

Love the fact you can always buy a faster car, but the passion projects you guys put out is what being part of the car community is all about, taking an old gem and making it the car you envision is always way more of an experience! This is awesome you guys are awesome and cant wait to get my chopped shirt!

[@mk71]

I dont see any passion in the build here. Buying super expensive rims and seats while that money could be invested in improving the engine, brakes, suspenison and possibly transmission. The air intake part just demonstrates this perfectly. Buying expensive parts rather than trusting physics is what this build was about.

[@rolandemparrao]

Rented one at the Nurburgring 13 years ago, full roll cage, bucket seats, ohlins suspension, good brakes, semis, ceramic clutch... ABSOLUTELY loved it. the best example that, low weight with a good setup is much better than pure HP

[@paulmihailici9024]

wow honestly i watched this video with pure happiness in my eyes. the swift was my first car and i still have her. did all the same mods u guys did but on a cheap budget so im up to £4000 so far. this car is so fun even tho it doesnt make a lot of power always puts a smile on ur face. with the right tyre setup it grips too and its quiet oversteer happy rather than understeer. was so happy when i saw the manifold i have the same one and it really makes the car sounds so good. tad raspy but if u keep a res or a sport backbox doesnt sound a bad raspy. i always send it in this thing and pretend like im in rally. thank you for showing everyone else what a fun little build the swifty can be.

[@hekkertech8056]

I got a 2009 Suzuki Swift Sport as my first car last summer, I took it on a 2000km roadtrip through Germany and had an absolute blast. But if it wouldn't have been for the videos you guys made about these I would have scrolled past it on the market place on my quest for a fun first car, I thought it was kinda boring at first but I absolutely fell in love with it the moment I sat down in it and later realized it was probably the best thing I could have gotten with my budget.

[@itwasneverash]

I have a normal 2010 Suzuki Swift in India and yes its not as powerful as the swift sport but uts certainly fun!

[@Randomeditzzz43]

@@itwasneverash same brother

[@AfiqKhalid-gg9wv]

Driving fast in a slow car is more fun then driving fast in the fast car. Because you know the fast car is capable of doing so unlike slow car. Great to see you enjoy driving it and the exhaust sounds great!

[@DanPellegrino486]

That intake is horrendous. K&N should be more ashamed than usual.

[@datjap8883]

Literally. 500 bucks for that is disgusting

[@Onewheelordeal]

But on the bright side they got confirmed dyno proof it kills power

[@Partnerthedog]

Atrocious k&n. They literally paid 440$ for the flexible tube alone. Pod filters are less than 60 bucks..

[@einfelder8262]

@@Partnerthedog Err, no, you missed the bit that houses the MAF, but that doesn't excuse the totally ridiculous ripoff that intake represents.

[@myownsite]

Pod filters being useless shouldn't surprise anyone.

[@benjaminkamben4908]

I am having dejavu like I have seen all this before. Oh wait, I have. I watched the original build series. I am glad you made a condensed version for all of us that don't have time for an 11 part series. I really want to get start in the project car life. I have been watching these guys for like 11 years and there has been nothing that I haven't liked. Keep up the good work guys. Hello from the Arctic Circle.

[@nuskox]

I'm just wondering the same thing? Have i watched this already

[@atmoperator5975]

YES WE DID

[@ChristopherHallett]

The Arctic Circle? So your project car is going to be a snowmobile?

[@yoshydude1754]

@@ChristopherHallett hahaha

[@MattBeardless]

ZC32S driver here (fiancée owns it). I've been into Hondas and old Nissans for years, and quite honestly the Swifts are one of those cars that give you the same kind of connected feel and playfulness that so many modern cars lack. It's not scarily quick, but it's quick enough to get you to pace very easily, and keep you at a level you can really learn at. Driving one hard reminds me a lot of old EK4 Civics.

[@ClapOnNova]

This gen of swift was always a gem!

[@TheMrCyberthief]

The production quality on this episode is beyond professional studio quality. You guys really knocked it out of the park this time. Fantastic work as always.

[@Pusfilth]

Beyond lol

[@carnation4791]

You are so right! The Suzuki Swift Sport is a real little rocket. I am the proud owner of a Suzuki Swift Sport MZ "Rock am Ring" and love every day with it.

[@crustythwaits5208]

A rocket? What world do you live in

[@TheKnobCalledTone.]

Thanks for reminding me how good Cash vs Trash was. I reckon a Season 2 where each of you get the same make and model nugget (e.g. Honda Jazz) would be a lot of fun.

[@ArmySigs]

Yes a Jazz would be the perfect MCM car! Surprised they haven't done one yet.

[@musicmakerman867]

It has the feel of an older honda civic that you just don't get anymore in modern cars@@ArmySigs

[@bradevans1661]

This is Donut's Hi/Low series.

[@roudyaudi]

I just fixed that exact same oil leak on my little nugget. There is a trick so thought I'd share it. You don't have to remove the ac compressor or the exhaust, instead remove the front bumper and you can access the bolts front on & it gives you heaps of room due to the swift having a small radiator. I used a 1/4" drive ratchet with flexi and a ratchet spanner. No need to drain the coolant either just move the housing to the side with the line still connected and pull the gasket out.

[@sujeewarathnaweera]

Oh! that is the trick. gonna try it on my car wasted like 50$ on repairs.

[@Merjia]

Unironically one of the maddest cars you’ve ever built. Reminded me of the dream build I had for my first car. Love a tiny NA high revver.

[@ToyotaGT1Racer]

Yup, for better chassis stiffness I would add Beatrush fender bars. To reduce the roll summit RARB and a cusco FARB. Intake, one can go crazy with a suzuki sport ITBs or for me a trust intake. Exhaust same but with a Sunline single endcan. The factory bonnet is quite heavy stock so a CF one will help reduce weight. At higher speed track, a greddy sump guard helps to smooth the air flow under the engine creating 0 lift. For better grip out the corners a LSD will help it tons. Finally, just for the engine sake, a monster sports oil sump baffle plate... due to the oil pick up location, at certain Gs in a corner, it can't pick up oil and can cause premature failure.

[@jakesae101]

one of the best mods i did to mine was fitting a rear swaybar! settled the tendency for them to lift off oversteer recently sold my one and loved every moment of it.

[@thebigmacd]

Wow that K&N filter setup is a rip-off.

[@thebiggestboy6614]

Agreed, Stock intake will be way more consistent

[@muzza0335]

A total rip off, and the trade-off as Moog says, more flow=less filtration with K&N. Plus it’s now a hot air intake, losing pretty much any gains, and except for the intake borp noise that’s it. They ended up with the stock as it works better.

[@SchrottiJr]

That's what you get when a quality company sells out to investors that exploit a name for short term money. 🤷‍♂️

[@patrickfargie1146]

Anybody could of told you that lol.

[@thebigmacd]

@@patrickfargie1146 well, they didn't so I did.

[@Kyleramsey999]

Best mechanic duo on KZbin !!! Please don't ever break up this partnership !!! NO MATTER WHAT !!!!

[@iantownsend500]

I’ve ordered a Cheryl’s box for Christmas for myself, I can’t wait to get it, thanks lad for being awesome and making great KZbin content

[@badbatch974]

I recently drove one when I went to French Polynesia. We really don’t have them in the US so it was the first time even seeing one, and it was extremely gutless but super nimble. It hates straights but chewed up the corners. I can definitely see how it would be a crazy fun car with the mods on a windy track.

[@johan21mp]

This needs more Monster parts. Then it could be a 50k Suzuki Swift

[@selanz9060]

My favourite KZbin notification is ‘mighty car mods just uploaded a video’ thanks guys! Awesome vid!

[@mircomuntener4643]

Bro really just spent $500 to replace an efficient, effective factory cold air intake with a hot grit hoover.

[@Eccentricplum]

I recently picked up the latest swift sport. Such a riot to drive. Feels like an old school hot hatch. Brisk without being overly rapid. Refreshingly simple and solid.

[@gabiballetje]

Honestly, i think this generation of the Suzuki Swift is underrated, they're a nice kit for not too much, and i think they look good too. And yeah, you can supe these up quite nicely.

[@gungeargaming463]

Awesome build! My first car is a Suzuki Swift MT. Had to sell it to get a bigger family car. Swifts have a special place in my heart and hopefully someday I can get one again.

[@MrsMcMuffin]

I have the 2nd gen Swift Sport, it's such a fun little car. I changed from the original 17" wheels to 16" though, since it gives the option for wider tires and a bigger sidewall allows the tire to work a little better. The rolling diameter of the tires is also a little smaller, which makes the car even more punchy. An exhaust change is a must on these cars, they are way too muted with the stock exhaust. Next on my list is brake pads and coilovers (if the TÜV plays nicely).

[@drh713]

Watching this video and seeing Moog's enthusiasm hits different after watching that crossfit video. You're a legend; even if you say Z wrong.

[@Lownwolf-sm5py]

He's Aussie and says it how most people do in Australia. Considering this is an Aussie Channel, you're currently the one who says it wrong.

[@mikerichards9196]

@drh713 it's definitely pronounced "zed" not "zee". Now let's talk about you driving on the wrong side of the road 😂

[@Wolfen_Argent]

Zed is how it’s pronounced when spoken and taught English all over the world. Here in the US are the ones calling it va “zee”… lol, great idea when you already have the letter C 😂

[@JennyDixonBeach]

Love the build on this car. Have you guys considered doing a build on the last Suzuki Swift Sport turbo. 2018-2024 33S. It's branded as a warm hatch here, But in Japan, they have made some pretty fast track cars out of them. And yes, some beating true fast hatches. Keep up the great work guys. Cheers, Chris. ;)

[@scoc253]

Monster Swift drove by DKsan was one of the best hatch i have ever seen lapped the Tsukuba Circuit. Since then Swift earned a reputation for being a proper pocket rocket track weapon, even beat the Fit as one of best Hot Hatches on Japanese road.

[@murrieteacher]

Yes, wheels tyres, seats and a must have, full race harness. Out of all the mods I used for hillclimbs, my race harness gave me almost 2 seconds. Sure my R spec rubber also gave me 2 seconds, but the harness gave me that for 30% of the cost of rubber. And do them in stages, and take notes and see if you can get videos or pictures in corners so you can see what happens when the car is loaded. You need data like entry and exit speeds, tyre temp and suspension changes. That may sound like "over the top" , but if you want to go as fast as the vehicle is capable of, then you must collect data. And get a track app that allows you to see what happened.

[@azurecoast45]

Always loved Suzukis, bikes and cars both. They’re never really the best at anything but they make a real solid product and seem to follow their own star to some degree on what they think a vehicle should be.

[@richardgutierrez9223]

I have to say blair back to you and me has grown on me massively! incredible work mate

[@BennyThe3DPrinterDude]

I just bought a 2013 Swift FZ with only 10,000km for $5000 from my step mum and I'm beginning to live for these videos.

[@user-uz1yv2oc9v]

I upgraded to zc33s last year it's now 1.4 but turbo, power feels about same but new chassis is super rigid, ride much improved. Try one sometime if you have chance

[@Chris.Davies]

If you ever go to the Nurburgring Nordschleife, by far the smartest thing you can do is hire a track-prepped Swift the whole time. It's cheap, and a lot of fun. Because there is nothing less fun than driving a fast car slowly at a track, and practically nothing more fun than thrashing the rings out of a slow car at a track. Plus, if you rent a 911 at the 'Ring you will have to pay the first 15,000 Euros of damage when you crash it. :P So, while a properly specified and prepared Swift won't be setting any lap times you want to tell your friends, well... anywhere, it most certainly WILL provide you with a lot of smiles. And because we know there isn't a car in this world that Moog can set a decent lap time in, it makes absolute and total sense!

[@Maksimov1337]

25k to get smoked by the mighty baguette is a bit sad, but it's still a good little car. It just goes to show how potent Baguette chassis design is! The Swift Sport vs the sort of grocery getter version of the TU in the 206 is apples to oranges, and yet they were very very similar!

[@yobama8344]

throw a turbo kit and some forged internals on the baguette and it's game over for the swift

[@bigmemer4398]

206s are lethal man, never underestimate them haha

[@banned.account]

this generation of swift is where it's at, it feels the rawest, such fun!

[@Talljoystick]

Fell in love with these from the rally cars. Always wanted to own one of these growing up but not easy being in the US. Such great cars.

[@KEMKsss]

Usa not have suzuki swift sport..?

[@SocialAnomaly88]

Nice job on the music variety on this one guys! Love the variety!❤

[@Mattchstick1]

I had a Simota intake on my swift which came with a 45 degree maf housing to relocate the filter to the front of the engine bay, would definitely recommend flipping the intake pipe that goes onto the throttle body to get the filter away from the block as they do tend to run a bit hot 😅 wicked car & wicked video boys 🤙🏼

[@NiclanAustin]

@2:45 - @2:51 - knowing the experts still learn new things is what motivates me!

[@dvelop4975]

Just got a bright yellow swift sport, has a full hks turbo system installed in japan 🤣 been running it up and down nz, loving it lmao

[@JaimesPlahn]

Thanks For Always Being Honest And Testing The Air Intakes. I Appreciate It.

[@toaster4269]

Saw the Swift Sport for the first time in Singapore. And I absolutely love it. Sad that its not available where I currently live but would love to make a base sport to bring it as close to this one.

[@999Lucas]

stock intake and dry flow drop in filters are the best. I cant believe you guys didnt return that K&N when you opened it.

[@petarninov5257]

I have been a passenger in GT-Rs, RS6s and BMW M. But I have never been more scared about my life than when I was a passenger in a Swift Sport. 😂

[@Ollie2846]

Great video. I watched the original build videos for the Swift. Glad to see it getting more love.

[@hsensei]

I fell like this was Moog's audition video for Top Gear

[@STITCHWA]

Waaaaaay back in 2009 I was in Germany and went to the nordschlief and rented one of these from rent for ring. Pretty much the same sort of mods but stripped out fully caged and it was a 3 door. Honestly the most fun IV ever had, a highly under rated car.

[@syrconcrete6399]

Id love to see the Swift back on the dyno after the new exhaust headers!

[@jeffhines73]

Never thought I’d want a Swift and here I am wanting one 😂😂😂

[@RedBellySnake]

This felt like an old scool episode of MCM, enjoyed this one fellas!

[@Josh-e2l]

Love Moogs heavier stuff! Love the normal stuff too but a change is good 👍

[@markdonalds7735]

Hatchbacks are surprisingly fun to drive … I have never owned one but I drove one owned by my cousin..spacious despite its small size feels fast although it’s not lol

[@irfansophian7041]

Thank you MightyCarMods for this video! Im from Singapore and i plan on getting a swift for my first car after my license! I really needed a Swift Build video but couldn’t find one, so thank you very much on this video of your nugget build!

[@RubyRoks]

I love this car, and i love how many cars this channel showcases that aren't the kinds of things people immediately think of when they think "fun car". Cars like the Swift, the kei truck, the Super Turbo, and all the other nuggets you've had over the years are so delightful and different compared to the quadruple digit power figure cars that only people with twitter buying money can afford. :)

[@livelyfpv4870]

I bought the newer model of the 1.6 sport about 2 months ago. I've owned Impreza and fast Audi's. But this thing is so much fun I love my nifty swifty. Great content as always

[@aserta]

The filter segment could've been dropped. Better options on the market that aren't just hardware store bucket bin drops.

[@nicklaslundnielsen4026]

This Video convinced me to go upgrade my 1.5 Suzuki swift to a Suzuki swift sport in the near future, thanks alot fellas love the content.

[@kakashi99908]

Sigh. If only consumer reports didn't falsely review Suzuki here in the states.

[@adamjones8503]

Time to order Cheryls big box for Christmas!. I was rewatching some season 2/3, you guys have always been awesome..hope you never stop 🤙

[@jordanjoestar8839]

My Suzuki GSXR750 is the finest machine ive ridden in my life. Even with no TC or ABS it feels 100% telepathically linked to my mind through every input. People literally will say "dude you were really pushing it in those corners" when to me it just feels like a happy little cruise on a weekend 😂😅

[@Pro88teC]

Because of this video i bought a 2008 1.6 Liter Sport. Thank you MCM.

[@akiyz_xd1751]

My dream car

[@muhdnurmark7109]

Great choice! The swift sport is a fantastic track car.

[@shaswatbehera7793]

surprised to see very few indians in the comments section

[@majin7416]

Because most of them can't afford this mod😂

[@osmvro]

@@majin7416 no it's just nkt legal in india to alter with car's

[@AwareOCE]

Your music is so damn good dude, it adds so much to the show. Awesome episode as always guys!

[@HCTG69]

Reupload?

[@Heyitsallgoodman]

Re-edit

[@iiamTRiL]

Knowing we have a movie coming in couple weeks makes my days viewing mint as all fcck. Cannot wait for the annual feature length movie guys. Up the MCM

[@andrewsmart2949]

$20,000 on crack,$5000 on the car?

[@ankushsatghode]

👍

[@josephkelly4893]

Great recap on the swift boys, hope your Xmas is looking good, peace from Brissy

[@georgeoliver8300]

And after 25k would still get smoked by a stock Peugeot 206 gti

[@elliotredding6164]

Just to mention, it's worth checking the thermostat on these engines, they fail which is very common causing headlift because the car is running hot (temp gauge is very slow and may not even move). Go for a long drive getting the car warm, and check the lower rad hose which is near the gearbox, the hose must be warm or hot - this means the thermostat is opening up. My thermostat didn't open up which was causung my engine to run hot without even telling me.

[@vjaneczko]

Great video, as always, and might I say; the song starting at 3:00 is one bad ass jam!

[@TappetMagic]

@19:00 2015 vibes!! Love that song of yours's Moog (All in your mind), what a throwback! 🤩

[@grantmather9979]

Love what you have done with her. I've got the 2010 Yellow Bumblebee and love her to bits.

[@Sadokist]

Suzuki is one of the best car manufacturers in the world. So underrated. They've stayed true to their roots and produce FUN over power. My Carry is an absolute unit for mountain bike trail building and Ive just ordered an Alto HB21S that I will mod the shit out of. I'm seriously considering selling my M3 and racing an Alto in the future.

[@amaanqureshi1286]

I loved driving the JDM swift!!!! it was so fun throwing it around~

[@BradVentureAZ]

i dig the recap, but that means you two are working on something big…..!! i love your year end videos, and am looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us !!

[@cba360]

Actually went out and bought a ZC31S shortly after seeing your face driving it, one of my slowest but most fun cars yet

[@Flying_Fetus]

Take a drink every time Moog says "from Japan"

[@iamconio]

can we take a moment to appreciate how much the soundtrack slaps on this video ? so good

[@octopusarms3197]

Finally some zuki love! Still waiting on that mighty boy episode. ❤

[@13AK98]

Swift was my dream car growing up, Loved what you done to it. Love from Bharat.

[@SirNecro]

Good to hear you making the hardcore style music you like.

[@jdmfreak22]

New Top Gear AUS car for stars in a reasonably priced car? Or just filler content because Moog is gone for a little while? Who cares? Loved this.

[@willyd-adv]

This is why I love my race setup nugget, my 1989 Nissan Pao 🥰

[@Barra.The.World.]

Well done, "Banana Suit Man" Moog those Suzuki Swifts are an amazing icon for rally racing indeed...!

[@TheEpicGypsy]

It has been so long since i seen anything from this channel been a subscriber since 2007 have a happy thanksgiving might car mods!

[@janmiguelinocente2392]

I've been wanting to mod my newer gen swift for awhile now. this video gives me the inspo on what to do. thanks for the great video!

[@jackbretherton1358]

I have to say, the music choice today was top tier

[@MrJuicyjay87]

I love your music Moog keep up the awesome tracks.

[@doug-um6vu]

I love the vids moog and Marty keep up the good work

[@AllTheBoost]

Nice to see people having fun with regular cars!

[@Marc0Bece]

My brother had one several years (decades now) ago and I loved it. I thought it sounded so cool.

[@richardlabonte4864]

Boys! Love from Virginia! I think K&N outta give yah some money back for that flex tube and MAF adapter! But at least, oil that filter for us boys, we want the filter to grab and hold on to the debris ;)

[@trancersenergy]

Take a shot every time Moog days "Japan". Thanks for the video! Great to see the Swift again.