Owning A Supercharged Mazda MX5, Modified Car Review

[@mementomori4355]

haha smiles for miles mate. I picked up a 2003 MX 5 in silver and originally intended to go the supercharger route but ended up having the rocketeer conversion done so now she has a 3.0 Jaguar V6 lump under the lid. Lovely cars, seriously underrated, heaps and heaps of fun.

[@TheOnlyToblin]

1:44 That clutch slip though.

[@bcmoto96]

Just makes me want an mx5 even more!

[@JamieFYD]

+Blaise Craddock do it!!

[@carcentral8819]

Jamie_FYD how comfortable are the seats?🤔

[@jackhb7552]

Bit late but I personally find my Mk1 comfier than a lot of other cars. I imagine the mk2 seats like in this on can only be comfier?

[@nickv5752]

Great vid! I used to laugh at these cars till I drove (and then bought) a factory-turbocharged Mazdaspeed MX5. I can't believe how great these cars are to drive. As Jeremy Clarkson said "I'm giving it 5 stars 'cause I can't give it fourteen!" Very addicting.

[@JamieFYD]

+Mazdaspeed mx5 thats it mate i thought the same thing until i drove this one!

[@Runoratsu]

Yep, Miatas are fantastic daily drivers. Can have a lot of fun in them without getting into jail-level speeds, and you won't break the bank with your gas bills (although all but the ND still use more gas than you would think, even in stock form. I (daily) drive my NC at ~25mpg). And honestly, for getting to the office and back, or getting groceries in the evening, you don't need the space of an SUV, van or station. The MX-5's boot (and/or passenger seat) provide ample space for that. Plus nothing's more refreshing after a long day at work than just popping the roof and enjoying the wind in you hair and the sun on your skin (it's also better than any cup of coffee in the morning). …can you tell I love mine? ;D

[@shouldigetit]

Had so much fun watching this and listening that now I really want to supercharge my 1991 MX5!

[@d4ni5h]

"Tunnel!" * goes under bridge. *

[@aleccaples3414]

Hamish Woollett I was about to say that😂😂

[@shadeshotTV]

it almost has the same effect, might be for less than half a second, but it is there lol

[@FudgyMations]

nah he was totally just going so fast so it looked small

[@rorymaddison632]

Probs one of the best car/ vlogy channels and the car is mint

[@frankfitzpatrick5300]

Jamie , now you understand , I can drive any car I choose . my daily driver is a clean meticulously sorted , stock appearing 1995 MX-5 . Cheers Mate ! Frank from across the pond .

[@JamieFYD]

+Frank Fitzpatrick i do man they are so good, must be so fun as a daily driver!

[@TeamHorneyRacing]

Supercharged MX5's are the best, I love mine.

[@JamieFYD]

+Nick Horne they are awesome to drive, really was impressed by this one

[@gthausde]

I saw few videos of you, this one is your best definately, the expresion on your face says it all :D Ive got something similar to the miata, ive got an mr2 spyder with a k24a3 swap and about 250hp naturaly aspired :)

[@samfreshly5331]

Good review mate! My mx5 is currently being turbo'd and your video has me excited.

[@JamieFYD]

+Matetoogood awesome man that should epic once it done!

[@fiddyee9]

WOW this car is awesome, the owner is very lucky. He must be cool.....

[@JamieFYD]

+Matt Griffin yeah he's so cool the video is nearly at 30K views haha!

[@davidjones5881]

My old MX5! I hope you like the work that went into it. In the words of Blink Motorsport, "if your going to build one, build it like this!"

[@JamieFYD]

+David Jones thats awesome! they did such a good job, you must of had so much fin in this car! it has really made me start to look at buying my own one haha

[@Defaultdann123]

yes yes yes!! I want one in my life! great review 👍

[@JamieFYD]

+Defaultdann123 thanks man! get one there awesome!!

[@dr.puff.4521]

good to see a proper miata, not some tyre scrubbing poorly tuned joke

[@teocampos8657]

Fuck'n eyy mate that looks like a load of fun.

[@fkporsche1]

Alright. I will take a look. Happy motoring

[@rowanlewis2066]

Awesome vid!

[@ruskeee]

Mine is pretty much stock power, but the handling is well sorted. On really tight twisty roads I've kept up with cars that have over triple the power. I'd love a supercharger, just too broke right now. One day...

[@JamieFYD]

+ruskeee when you can man do it, you won't be disappointed!

[@princesssolace4337]

I never heard of a lady called Matt, maybe coz she is superdupercharged! Oh, that MX5 is cool too😁😁

[@Jimbob93_]

fuck yeh your channel is booming even more. favourite car so far is starlet with 200bhp

[@JamieFYD]

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[@LlLnig]

will you do my hair?

[@CCPlay]

So glad I just bought one of these :D

[@chriswhitlock2882]

Great review video! I also have a m45 miata, but mine has got pop up headlights :) But real quick, there is no twin scroll supercharger, there are twin SCREW superchargers. However the eaton m45/mp45 are ROOTS blowers, not twin screws. Just as a FYI. cheers

[@Ryukachoo]

i'd personally build an NA in a similar manner and invest in a fastback hard top and a proper sleepymod set of headlights (switching to smaller rectangular sealed beam lamps)

[@safetyfirst5917]

I've literally just bought a 1.8 NB and this video is making me sad I can't drive it until tomorrow 😭

[@SwTcScarlet]

Really would consider swapping my VX220 NA in for a low mileage supercharged Mk2.5 MX5. This looks fucking awesome!

[@JamieFYD]

+Alex Hill i haven't driven a VX220 yet, what are they like? iv got to admit this MX5 was epic!

[@SwTcScarlet]

+Jamie_FYD it crashes around on anything but a newly laid road, ride quality is very much like being pushed down a hill in a mining cart. But you forget about all that when you first come to a fast corner- the steering feel is immense! The NAs aren't that fast in a straight line but if you are small like me, the car weighs under 900kg wet and the 20-50 performance is pretty startling when stringing bends together. The turbo is a different story though!

[@JamieFYD]

aaa sounds good mate, i didn't think they might compromise some ride comfort for a better feel in the corners, if i get a chance to review one i will

[@omardurrani1475]

I own one like this and it is amazing.

[@Nolbfg]

Proper car that is!

[@mrnobody6704]

I thought about doing this for ages. Maybe in a few years time :D

[@jsecola]

7:45 Priceless

[@driftaw]

I understand your enjoyment. If you really are getting one, get an MP62 instead of a 45. It's even better at 260bhp. ;-)

[@JamieFYD]

+driftaw ill have to try and find one and see if i can get ago in it ;)

[@vladimirvladimirovichputin1352]

How is your car legal with no airbag

[@ricksone3942]

You’re quite right, mate!

[@itzajdmting]

Nice review mate. I agree, I don't think I could have an N/A mx5. it'd have to be turbo/supercharged. Would be interesting to see you review a turbo mx5 now :-)

[@JamieFYD]

+Rob S yeah man it would have to be a charged one! I'm on the look out for a turbo mk1, fingers crossed i can jump in one soon!

[@ginozetina8860]

I sold mine three years ago..worst decision I ever made..I need another one

[@JamieFYD]

+Gino Retina thats a shame mate, get another one for a summer toy!

[@carvlog7575]

But the question is : how much to buy and install that supercharger and options?? :o more than the car inself ?

[@rafaelldn]

you should do a review of an rx7

[@JamieFYD]

+Rafael Ldn if i can get my hands on one i shall do!

[@worldhello1234]

@3:11 Nope, just put a Jaguar X-Type 3.0 V6 in it with proper springs and sway-bars.

[@DeereX748]

210 bhp is what, about 185 at the rear wheels? Mine makes 220 at the wheels, or about 245 bhp. It's a fact, a Miata with forced induction is a real hoot to drive. When you consider the car weighs in the neighborhood of 2300-2500 pounds, depending on model year, 200+ whp puts you into a power-to-weight class with Camaros and Mustangs, but with a good suspension, you can out pace them on a crooked road easily.

[@ethownzbh]

210 is around 175whp in a Miata and 220whp = about 260 crank.

[@96trollz]

what's your opinion on supercharge vs turbocharged mx5? what would you prefer?

[@JamieFYD]

+Justin Ko i haven't had the chance to drive a turbo one yet but fingers crossed i can get my hands on one soon!

[@zoomzoom_miata5697]

How much did it cost to supercharged it?? Can you give me a list i own a 5 speed mx5 2001

[@AmygdalaSalad]

Is there a link to a build thread on your mates MX5. Planning on going forced induction next year with my MX5

[@JamieFYD]

+AmygdalaSalad ill try source it and put it in the description bud

[@jacobpoole5012]

Jamie having done alot of other car reviews since this. Do you still feel the same about it being the best car you've ever driven?

[@JamieFYD]

+Jacob Poole this car with the roof down, sunny warm day, a nice B road and that supercharger on full chat is the best experience!

[@yossi126]

How is the charge cooler working for you? Is it really bringing air temps down?

[@JamieFYD]

+yossi126 ill ask the owner for you bud

[@SloppySalad]

Which roll bar is that???

[@mitchellmatthews716]

Does anyone know what size that Personal steering wheel is? At a push as well what boss kit ? Long shot I know but someone may know.

[@NOONE-hp8bw]

1.6 or 1.8 which version is the engine

[@fkporsche1]

Great video! Bro-- could you give me all the components it has in this modified MX5? I want to see if I could do the same in US..

[@JamieFYD]

+Frank Kwok thank man! there is a full spec list in the description :)

[@Lander76]

Is the mk3 a good platform to mod?

[@TheSauceManOG]

what type of supercharger does she have on it?

[@DeereX748]

+ Not sure about the one in the video, but mine has a Rotrex centrifugal making 14 psi, and 330cc injectors. It's not even as big as a cantaloupe, but more than doubles the engine's output.

[@TheOnlyToblin]

Looks like an MP62. EDIT: Nope. MP45 he said.

[@VonCoco1944]

I bet that when this guy comes back and watches his own video he'll cringe with embarrassment - what a plank!

[@gokartsminibikesandmore9925]

What year

[@yannistennis]

What mk is that mx5? And is it a 1.8?

[@gavinhiggins1984]

Could you do a review of the mr2 mk3 roadster? I'm considering one of them or an mx5.

[@JamieFYD]

+Gavin Higgins if i can grab the keys to one i will do man

[@muistje3]

Do you know how much this car is lowered? It looks like a very good right height :)

[@JamieFYD]

+muistje3 unfortunately i don't mate, its not too low in person so your still able to get over speed bums and stuff, but still sits perfect on the wheels

[@FronkG]

sorry for the stupid question but what is Fully undersealed mean to the car?

[@jacobwatwood9916]

+Frankie G Underseal is like a thick tar-like paint used to seal the underside of the car to protect from rust.

[@FronkG]

Jacob Watwood thats awesome ill keep that in mind when i have my own project car

[@MrMikkiFunk]

Do a video for an RX-7 too :D

[@JamieFYD]

+MrMikkiFunk if i can grab one i would love to man!

[@darek4488]

6:16 Holly Mother of Drone

[@JUNAID187]

How much would one like this cost?

[@JamieFYD]

+JUNAID187 i would say a good clean example seem to go for around £4500/£5000 but i have seen the mk1 turbo ones go for around £3000 or there abouts!

[@Awlansee]

has he bought a mx5 yet?

[@ruthlesschoy]

did this year of mx5 come with the torsen lsd?

[@Ozymatic]

+saltyclams depends on the model and engine, various models do and don't, some had them spec'd

[@lukejames2391]

I want one

[@stianfagereng4859]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/faacl4qZeaaBirc Clutch giving up or? Thinking of the sound when gearing from 2nd -> 3rd.

[@Birmingham_racing]

what's quicker this or the starlet gt?

[@JamieFYD]

+Birmingham racing I'm not sure really, this was able to put its power down alot better

[@vankov_yurk2602]

how much HP do u getting?

[@joshuaheywood6410]

+Ivan Suko 210HP on that mx-5.

[@jungkim5950]

Did I just hear this guy saying "silly things like forged engine"?

[@MultiTylertv]

Is that a momo monte carlo steering wheel? ;)

[@MultiTylertv]

disregard that...

[@mattdispirito7837]

love you videos mate but u swear more than me! wind it in aha!

[@NoGrip]

I'm sure you'd like to drive my friends 300bhp 1.6 then :D

[@JamieFYD]

+25 Media id love to man!!

[@petreeuk4439]

There very good cars but i cant fit in them comfy :')

[@antonioriu1655]

LOL ok we get it. You like it... Stop groaning about it and give us some real details.

shut the fuck up lol its fun listening to him xD

[@ElectricRides]

MX5 with Supercharger ? BORING ! Nah its pretty cool but I'd rather a Turbo