So You Want a Mazdaspeed 3

No, it’s not a typo. Yes, it is one word. The Mazdaspeed 3 can be considered one of the underrated hot hatches that came out right around the end of the 2000s. Even though they were only produced for a few years and only saw a few generations, the cars themselves left a big impact on car enthusiasts. Between the turbo noises and crazy torque steer, the Mazdaspeed 3 holds a special place in peoples hearts. Join Alex today as he takes a dive into just what you might expect if you plan on picking up a Mazdaspeed 3.
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[@FitmentIndustries]

Should Mazda have continued with the Mazdaspeed 3, yes or no? Make sure to add you car to the fastest growing online Fitment Gallery: bit.ly/2obqAZQ

[@quinnindustries170]

you guys should do the Z24 cavaliers they're interesting sleepers sometimes

[@josuecortes9369]

Fitment Industries yes

[@blackman2101]

They should have and they can. The new 3 with the 2.5L Skyactiv turbo and a new 6 speed manual **sad torque steer noises**

[@brennencanales3581]

Yes definitly

[@skynethell]

I literally asked for this video like 2 posts ago and yall delivered.

[@calmj4484]

You finally did it so that guy who keeps asking for the MazdaSpeed 3 can relax

[@ms3_alejandro]

Me 😂😂

[@Swigswag123]

That was me 😂

[@FitmentIndustries]

It was a team effort from everyone! 😂🙏🏼

[@AdamAkers]

It was a group of guys including me.

[@andrewjanssen5502]

That’s new lol

[@204audi]

You want a ms3? Upgrade hpfp internals, get a Cobb accessport, rear motor mount and a tune if you want a quick reliable daily

[@Matthew-sb7qc]

Do that hpfp asap first mod anyone should do on the speed 3/6

[@unforeseen9267]

Facts! That can't be stressed enough. Those who ignore will be introduced to zoom zoom BOOM!

[@andrewregard7250]

I've had an intake on my gen2 for 8 yrs and just did a stratified stage 1 tune without hpfp internals. Still holds pressure fine. Gonna slap internals in when I do the downpipe

[@nicolasalarcon-belanger8622]

Must you tune right away with hpfp?

[@204audi]

@@nicolasalarcon-belanger8622 no need to tune for hpfp internals

[@rickygarcia4359]

Was a GEN 1 Mazdaspeed owner and I gotta say that this vehicle put a smile on my face everyday. Only problems are Turbo seals and VVT but if you replace them and keep the maintenance going they’re amazing cars ! Once in boost it’s a hell of a ride !

[@Turn1PPF]

I just got my speed3 a few weeks ago, she’s sitting around 330 HP, absolutely one of the most fun cars I’ve ever driven. Mazda delivers

[@bennocturn]

Bought one after I wrecked my Civic Si. Has been about a year since I picked it up and walking out of work everyday seeing that smile sure does put one on my face.

[@Nazraq04]

I'm going to go check out a 2008 MazdaSpeed 3 tomorrow. Crashed my 2013 Civic Si about a month ago. I'm hoping that it's a good car. I loved my Honda so much.

[@pegasus5763]

@@Nazraq04 Get it?

[@Nazraq04]

@@pegasus5763 Unfortunately not. It had already been sold by the time I got a hold of the owner. Ended up finding a 2010 Mazda 3 sedan. Nothing too exciting, but it was clean with low miles. 68k miles to be exact. Paid 6 grand cash for it, and it's been a solid little guy ever since. Looking forward to earning enough money to trade that in and take on a car payment for something much more exciting.

[@Slutty.k24]

I wrecked my si last week with a deer thats why im looking at this video

[@purp4527]

Alex is like the LinusTechTips of the car community. If yk, yk.

[@1racerboy1]

My girlfriend just walked in while I was watching this video and said "That sounds like Linus" haha so can confirm this guy is automotive Linus.

[@ChudMoney_]

Omg I was gonna comment this

[@wqasdfew]

did he drop a car tho

[@TsukiMelo]

I legit was about to say this but you beat me

[@evanduvall2359]

@@wqasdfew a true Linus comment.

[@alexramos5078]

Definitely a direct rival to a GTI. Both 4 cylinder turbo, fwd and 6 speed manual. They definitely should bring it back for a 3rd gen

[@190JustoBass]

Not a rival bro GTI is 200hp small turbo

[@King_IrvVQ]

Mazda had mine for 1year trying to fix it and they don’t know. Best car i owned

[@BC_CARS]

So you want an e36?

[@alexwigman4518]

BC_CARS yes

[@LuckyClipsLC]

E30* ;)

[@ThatMaximaKid]

YES

[@theominary1034]

pls don't most wanted it

[@edumacted]

3 series

[@futuredesigner9543]

So you only have $3k? I feel like this applies to a lot of people

[@christophercolon7667]

Future Designer you can get a prelude with that or other “old” Hondas

[@luka_abh]

@@christophercolon7667 or you can get a used set of 3 piece wheels and just look at them

[@yungjefe7423]

Future Designer me 😪

[@yespls3024]

Bought a e36 for 700$ run and drive

[@danbmx445]

you can always buy a rusted/clapped out wrx for that price

[@Arlenbuilt]

I don't know how I missed this before, but as a 2nd Gen Speed3 owner, I'm extremely pleased by the way you described the grin. Nailed it. lol

[@Fr0zenfr0st]

Also another tip for the Mazdaspeed platform (either Mazdaspeed 3 or 6) it does have two issues you missed. One of them is the smoking turbo. Now I have yet to encounter this on my Mazdaspeed 6 with 90k miles, but it's a good thing to check for. These cars turbo seals aren't the best and when they're beat on hard and then the person shuts the car off immediately. It doesn't allow the turbo to cool properly and puts a lot of wear on already not great seals. Second is the high pressure fuel pump internals. Now if your looking to mod the car preformance wise your going to need to upgrade those internals almost immediately. The stock HPFP internals are getting pushed to the limit stock so anymore is gonna ask for a big blown up problem. Other than that it's really a great and awesome fun car. And worth checking out the Mazdaspeed 6 it's the sedan AWD version of the platform

[@Vykk_Draygo]

Yeah, not good to do that with any turbo car really. It's why some modern cars have pumps to cycle oil through even after the car shuts down.

[@skyelarpayne3941]

I’m convinced the smoking turbo issue is a myth at this point. My gen2 K04 turbo is a champ at 107k miles and I’ve yet to talk to another speed owner with a turbo seal issue! The hpfp internals are an absolute must though.

[@lazza1514]

@@skyelarpayne3941 Smoking turbo is real..often caused by replacing the downpipe ( no cats ) . This can usually be fixed by replacing the oil feed bolt ( Banjo bolt) with a smaller one and setting the idle higher with the Cobb Accessport. Worked a treat on mine.

[@jb6574]

Vvt issue is the biggest issue out of smoking turbo and hpfp. You can be driving causually and jump timing and there goes the engine

[@rdeh1678]

My msp6 is fully modded with a sleeved block , billet cap, a precision 64/66 turbo up to 40 psi of boost , yes a hi performance hpfp , and a secondary low pressure pump . She is a total sleeper , all stock on the outside except for weld rims .

[@Ryan-Louis]

Finally bought a 2010 speed3 for myself with only 100k km's on it. Had a smile on my face for the entire test drive, can't wait to bring her home!

[@southerncritic9090]

Been having my 2013 Mazdaspeed3 for 2 years now. She has been a reliable little beast!

[@tomlee3294]

I have a Black 2012 with 15, 000 miles on it. I don't drive it much but I run anything that lines up against me.

[@beans8200]

@@tomlee3294 looking to sell lol ?

[@MidnightClubStillCancelledSoz]

I love the smile the Mazdaspeed 3 gives you :)

[@ewoonsight3755]

Why and how are you everywhere i go?😂😂

[@MidnightClubStillCancelledSoz]

Ewo On Sight idk :P

[@fordgalaxie3695]

:D

[@rlong282]

My son got rid of a Lexus to get one of these, and he smiles a lot more these days. Well, the Lexus was his mother's hand-me-down. But he is immensely happier now.

[@CameronAlford]

Thanks for the credit, stoked I made it in this one. The MS3 is near and dear to me 😍🙏🏽

[@kwedog2373]

It was such a good platform I always wondered why they didn't make the mazdaspeed3 AWD instead of the mazdaspeed6. Both mazdaspeed cars had way more potential than they came with.

[@dagobertduck4557]

Its tuff making a awd car with a short lenghtbase. Thats why wrx is a iconic

[@jimlucas0]

@@dagobertduck4557 what about the Golf 4 motion?

[@dagobertduck4557]

@@jimlucas0 thats also a masterpiece. See them a lot in the netherlands. But the wrx is much older and earnt his respect with trophy's.

[@jimlucas0]

@@dagobertduck4557 die zie je inderdaad kapot veel hier haha. fair enough. denk dat ik binnenkort een Mazda 3 MPS in Duitsland haal, daar zijn ze veel goedkoper.

[@dagobertduck4557]

@@jimlucas0 goeie keuze , had precies de zelfde keuze alleen gewoon uit Nederland idk yet😂

[@julianespitia2438]

I have a gen 1 speed3 with 255,000 miles and its still running smooth

[@adamgraham6265]

screams in unreliable speed6

[@jayman4268]

Is it modded?

[@georgerobinson1338]

How did u maintain it? I have a 2012 speed 3 and getting alot of carbon buildup

[@julianespitia2438]

@@georgerobinson1338 I baby it keep up with fluids and only do a couple pulls here and there

[@julianespitia2438]

@@jayman4268 a little bit

[@slizer452]

Gen1 Speed3 is the best sleeper of all time.

[@jbaguam80]

yup a lot folks underestimate it. Especially the current Si Civics. Get a couple that have rev'd on me. Once I open it up they get left in the dust. I have an 08 1st Gen MS3.

[@nthzxanubis371]

My guy. I feel this on so many levels lol. I got a gen 1 that's pushing just shy of 400 and it's the bee's knees on the highway. Not much from a dig when ya spin up to 4th

[@2011chitsazzadeha]

@@nthzxanubis371 With a proper load tune you can grip 1 through 4. Just need to tune it yourself or ask for it from your tuner.

[@SoI_Badguy]

Speed6. AWD

[@infraaa_]

Gᴜᴛꜱ • ᏖᏂᏋ ᏂᎧᏬᏁᎴ Ꭷƒ ᎴᏗᏒᏦᏁᏋᏕᏕ Golf R at that point

[@tylerfry11]

So glad you finally did this. I've been waiting, I own an 09 speed3 and it is the most fun vehicle I've ever experienced. 1st gen feeling a bit more "raw" without all the drivers assists, you just cant NOT smile while banging through the gears

[@KorikoTsukimiVT]

finally my mazdaspeed 3 gets the recognition she deserves 😭 ❤️

[@munin9530]

i wish someone smiled at me like the mazdaspeed smiles at the road

[@Pandolcee]

😂😂😂

[@bonjolor8298]

>:[]

[@justinroy2052]

Literally the main reason I want a 1st gen

[@sounddrivenofficial]

You guys should do one on the 300zx or the 1st gen nsx Edit: Dont do one on the 300zx. Keep the price down low lol

[@couchmayne4351]

Sound Driven Official well everyone is scared of them that keeps the price down those things are death traps but look awesome

[@henryrocks22]

yea a video wont drive up the price as long as it keeps that aftermarket and same common issues

[@Buhz93]

The majority of viewers that watch this channel can’t afford a 1st gen nsx

[@sounddrivenofficial]

What if I told you that the 300zx is no more a death trap than any other car.

[@jadenw2985]

Why do you guys call it a death trap lol

[@VAspeed3]

I bought one of the very first MS3's in October 2006. Though it would be considered "fast-ish" now, it was crazy fast then. Nothing in the class could come close. I only modified the suspension a bit (stiffened it up), and tracked it a bit a VIR. Daily drove it reliably 325,000 miles and sold it with the original clutch and turbo. Gen 1 MS3 was a total sleeper.

[@EFACE402]

325k miles is insane

[@dobland1017]

I went with a mazdaspeed 6 but love the mazdaspeed 3

[@j.a.g.8689]

How do you like it

[@weekendsinwashington1492]

I did as well, wanted that AWD!

[@adrianortega6697]

Sara Marie smh I have one wish I could have got a speed 3 and I already went through a damn turbo on the speed 6 and the oil return line bolts are fucking trash to get too but I say it’s a decent car

[@jeffhall8865]

“The best part of August, the weather isnt 100°” “Siri what’s the weather in Fort Worth, TX?” *100 degrees*

[@Silverbeast24]

Jeff Hall ayyyy I’m in Texas to and the weather makes me melt

[@Tjay07]

Jeff Hall I’m in Arizona it’s 111 degrees

[@A2AQ50ptv]

Yay I’m in fortworth to also!!!!

[@shen2790]

Missouri is 103 :/

[@dru9918]

My dickies are in fort worth I really hope they don't spontaneously combust in the delivery truck cause those fuckers get HOT

[@jjDarell]

Jokes on you... I already have one hahahh

[@FitmentIndustries]

Same 😂

[@ms3_alejandro]

Fitment Industries Same

[@ARamseyGuy]

@@ms3_alejandro username checks out

[@dylanavelino5573]

Jeremy Acevedo same here going for 67k miles on my ‘12

[@ARamseyGuy]

98K on my 07'. Still rips!

[@PigTattoo]

I absolutely love my 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 and would definitely recommend anyone get one

[@jameakavanagh3770]

I'm looking to daily one in a colder climate that gets a good bit of snow any pointers?

[@RCisMe64]

Torque steer is honestly a huge appeal. Cars have so many assists now it doesn’t even feel like we have control of the car. I want that raw feeling of being able to go “too far” in my car

[@CoyCrawfordII]

Yes! I have 2007 I daily drive and love the thing! It's at 280 thousand miles and still a beast! Running cobb stage 2 with supporting mods and couldn't be happier with the car!

[@CoyCrawfordII]

I meant 180 thousand miles haha Hopefully she gets to 280 hahaha

[@NovantisGrimwal]

Awesome videos as always. So you want a Mitsubishi eclipse or toyota Altezza.

[@Wrench-N-Bench]

Super_Chilly_ Bruh or IS200

[@treseanwilliams3296]

Floinn Boardman or is300 in the states

[@Wrench-N-Bench]

Tresean Williams I did not even know that was a thing and feel very neglected for not having them in Ireland 😭

[@treseanwilliams3296]

Floinn Boardman it’s just a naturally aspirated 2j 🤷🏾‍♂️😂

[@garrettjohnsen]

I bought one yesterday. They were actually never really on my radar, but I saw one listed for sale and it looked clean. Had everything done to it you could do without touching the motor, full records of everything. Not a scratch or dent on the car. Honestly one of the cleanest cars I’ve seen. Seller was super nice and informative. You could really tell he babied the hell out of it. I feel like it’s a lot of car for the money and so far am absolutely thrilled!

[@faizaanahmed1540]

The mazda speed 3 looks like a drug addict from the front 😂

[@FitmentIndustries]

Brb gotta go look at mine real quick.. 😅😂

[@kato6463]

WHY ARE YOU EVERYWHERE YOU'RE SCARING ME

[@stevogrey3505]

Its the dorkfish smile

[@edumacted]

That torque steer is like a drug in a sense

[@ml91765]

The gen 2 looks way too goofy with the front design, I prefer the sexy subtlety of the Gen 1

[@realWeeze]

I’ve owned my 2012 Mazdaspeed3 3 for over a year now and it is such a badass car for the price!

[@SK-mh4mz]

How is a 2010 Mazdaspeed 3. Thinking of buying one

[@josedejesus9285]

@@SK-mh4mz Pretty much the exact same except for some material differences in the cabin, leather, plastic in different places. It's a badass car and if you have the opportunity to buy one, do it. It's definitely worth the money!

[@NewOrleansSpeed]

Almost at 90k with FBO and e85 and have had 0 issues. Very fast around the corners and in the straights, like an old mk7 Great if you love passing Subaru’s

[@josedejesus765]

Very proud 2012 Mazdaspeed3 owner. 112k with mods and all, car still runs and looks great!

[@Fivallify]

proud owner of a mazdaspeed6. we got awd in a sedan

[@fooglez]

My coworker had one, sold it for a crosstrek, I regret not buying it from him. It would’ve looked great next to my rx7

[@Dad_Nervous_Official]

My goal is to also build an rx7 1991. Alongside my mazda speed 3 2006. Two beautiful great cars

[@loganwaldron2530]

Now you guys gotta do a vid on the speed6

[@AdamAkers]

After buying one HPFP internals, access-port, rear motor mount, full intake, full exhaust, tune. You’ll have a pretty quick and very fun reliable daily.

[@maxlewry7741]

So you want.... *TO BE OLDER, GET A DRIVERS LICENCE AND HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO BUY AND TUNE YOUR DREAM A CAR*

[@simplywonderful449]

I have three 1988 323GTXs - white, red and silver - and they're year-round sleepers that surprise a lot of folks with their ability to put a smile on one's face!

[@LeeRaySmith]

“Get in close” *clears throat* “there is no reason” That whole ass build up 😂 you Jack

[@infadelakainf]

You guys just made my day. Finally the dopest hot hatch. Best channel on KZbin.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Ayee!! Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@brandonharlow3280]

Bought my 2010 speed3 with 55k miles last year, I'm now up to 80k miles and haven't had any major repairs (Other than a clutch that was my fault). Love this car, Mines lightly modded with a tune and is shockingly quick. I never liked mazdas until I drove this speed3

[@VLCTYYY]

Finally another video of this underrated beast! Can't wait to get mine when I get my license!

[@shuura]

I had the 1st gen Mazdaspeed 3 and loved that car!!!

[@TMERUNNR]

So if I go too the 12:30pm service, I must be double hungover! Great piece Bro👍Luv my Speed3...

[@AngelGarcia-xv9fh]

do it for the vq boys, so you want an Infiniti G35 coupe

[@CokeMk7]

or G37

[@pope1208]

So you want a VQ

[@vlogsbykd]

@@CokeMk7 It's always about a 350 370 or g37.. we want coverage on the G35

[@trv88r]

G35 the underrated boi

[@jomppy1237]

Ángel Garcia So you want a VQ would be simpler since theyre in so many cars (altima,maxima,g35,350z,pathfinder,murano)

[@alexxaguigi7865]

Thanks to y’all I got my first speed,first turbo car, first manual big dubs thanks guys 🙏🏽

[@mattbeach8641]

"So you want a Mazdaspeed 3..." No not really but I'm gonna watch this video because Alex's antics are so damned entertaining.

[@jaredturney2782]

I got super lucky with my gen 2. The thing has just been flawless and the guy who had it before me had it fir 110k miles. He didnt change anything on the car and maintained it super well. But I've loved it. I put some exhaust on mine and it sounds just angry. Makes it a blast to drive especially at the price

[@trv88r]

My uncle had to put a roof rack on his so it didn’t look like a mom car

[@unforeseen9267]

Well it's one hell of a mom car then lol

[@The_Holy_GabeN]

My mom drives a gen two and she’s already offered me the car C:

[@pussinboots1145]

Just think of the drag that roof racks going to cause.

[@thepbj2380]

@@The_Holy_GabeN take it.

[@maryanndelmonico8854]

I just got one yesterday 🤓🤓 I see it as a big upgrade from all my 90’s Hondas that I’ve owned, for sure. I’m so happy just like the big smile on my car 🚘

[@Luminary_Industries]

I'm glad to see people recognizing the Mazdaspeed3, and the mazdaspeed6 now a days. They are great car, and the 2nd generation mazdaspeed3, depending on year offer great feature that can pass for modern cars. Great car, but maintenance is key, and checking certain things before buying one to insure; it is a good buy, depending on previous owner. Overall great lil video.

[@nthzxanubis371]

Gen Juan owner here, only major issue these engines have is as stated gen 1 needs front mount intercooler, second issue that all of them have is you need to do upgraded high pressure fuel pump internals. Other than those issues the cars are solid as hell and fun to drive. Gen 1 is best tho

[@nicolapalmieri7344]

I know it's not a very normal car to mod, but can you do So You Want a Mercedes 190E?

[@kevinjones3900]

Only the cosworth ones.

[@mattthemotoguy1947]

I got a speed 6 in excellent condition from a guy who bought it and then got deployed. The guy before him however made this thing an all out track ripper. All stage 2, big brake kit, stage 2 clutch. And he had all the mods installed by a pro so there’s records of it. And to make it better being a track car, the interior is as close to flawless as it gets. I’m suuuper happy

[@christopherpauley8174]

First gens had turbo recalls and bad pcv issues. Many cx7s and speed 6s shared the issues (same engine). The second generation sorted this stuff out. Gen won is def the more subtle, fast hatch but you should be checking compression before you buy one of them.

[@unforeseen9267]

Finally! Took you guys long enough

[@alexandertebo4011]

Lmao, whoever made this video used a 2012-2013 facelifted 2.0 Mazda3 when talking about the MS3 as the cover photo 😂

[@JustcallmeGnarly22]

I’ll have owned my 2013 for 5 years next month. I love that car. Cool fact. It’s never once not started even when the battery had 9 volts still started. All the electrics were going haywire but it still started up.

[@brunosales2311]

Alex: “The best part of August: the weather isn’t 100 degrees” Floridans: “can’t relate”

[@brunosales2311]

Also please do a 335/435 episode! ☺️

[@FitmentIndustries]

Something is on the way! 😬🙏🏼

[@giantsninerswarriorssharks79]

I bought My 2011 Mazdaspeed 3 band new off the lot... 135k miles on it now.. Still love it.. running like new still!! literally have only had to Change the clutch and the breaks once and that’s it

[@dullabae]

You should do “So you want a 335i”

[@ErickLopez-sz8pd]

N54 life

[@tomlee3294]

I;ve already beat one of those with my Mazdaspeed3

[@melvinschneider4209]

@@tomlee3294 stock? Never.

[@nickkite6418]

@@melvinschneider4209 Idk, my mk7 GTI will pull with a 335i until like 75-80. Then the beamer starts to pull away

[@melvinschneider4209]

@@nickkite6418 yes sure 0-100 doesn't really matter for cars in those power classes in my opinion since it's always smth about 4.5-6 seconds but a stock Mazda 3 mps will never beat a 335i, if u do a drag start with mps u probably have extreme wheelspin til 3rd gear since the car can't get the 260 horses to the street properly

[@DudeCalledDibs]

From the first time I laid my eyes on the speed 3 I knew I had to get it. I love it.

[@johnblaze6269]

I live in Orlando, I see these cars everywhere, a lot more than the other hatches u named

[@subatomictooth5407]

As a gen Juan speed owner I’ve have been waiting for this video 😂❤️

[@brandon9969]

I just got mine 3 days ago this is crazy

[@eeropeltola3703]

One of the best car channels in youtube.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thank you, 🙏🏼😁

[@kraokingxyz1397]

Can u do: So you want a Nissan Sentra SER SPEC V? A lot of people sleep on this car but it's actually a really fun car with a lot of potential

[@ricky20wins18]

Kraoking XYZ I been asking this for 4 weeks😂. I have a 2010 B16 Nissan Sentra SE-R SPEC-V 😊

[@denniscantu1653]

Finally you’re back

[@ramel082]

Preciate that mazdaspeed 3 love.

[@victorr4844]

love my speed3. Had it for 5 years and put 100k on it with no issues. Clutch just went out on it so it’s time to get a performance clutch for it

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thats what i'm talking about!!!! My 2012 speed3 just hit 60K miles had it for about 3 years no really huge issues besides a blown tire! ( Kinda my fault ) 😅

[@Shrrby]

Love my gen1 MS3, shocked looks from GTI and focus ST owners in the regular 😂

[@michaelu7900]

They're all pretty much the same car

[@011mpsguy]

@@michaelu7900 yeeeeah, no. Not at all. Like all sedans are the same, like all rangers/hilux/bt-50s etc are the same? I'd take the ms3 over anything other than a modern mercedes amg a45, but as I said before our new price is $85,000 for that... A gen 2 ms3 is 15-20k... Hmmm 65k in performance mods in the ms3 is going to trash the living hell out of the merc, but sure won't get you the superficial ladies I'm your car when they just look at the bonnet badge. But all the guys will be nodding quietly on the side to the smart ms3 owner.

[@Reilly_McNicks]

Picked a Gen1 up about 2 months ago, I love it

[@ThatGuyFromThatOneApp]

You gotta do one on the Lexus IS300/ Toyota Altezza.

[@CodyKloepfer]

I own a second generation Mazdaspeed 3, love it. Thanks for the video!

[@FitmentIndustries]

Same!! 😂

[@thehotboi5874]

You should do a video on the Veloster 😁

[@otoroshi88]

Bought my 2010 Mazdaspeed in 2013. I have been in love ever since! I had a 2008 Evo before I bought it and I love it wayyy more.

[@ExtraKawaii]

The big problem is that the stock fuel pump, even on stock tune, will lean out under heavy throttle. So, long pulls will cause lots of damage to the engine. This is remidied by hi pressure fuel pumps, or just high pressure internals. I honestly cant beleive you didnt mention this as its a well known achilles heel of the mazdaspeed 3. Its a life support mod most people do as soon as they buy one.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Great insight on that! 🤘

[@ExtraKawaii]

@@FitmentIndustries they are wonderful cars and very slept on but i hope you pin this or another comment to let everyone know what to do if they get one. You can squeeze a solid 400hp on stock internals and embarass a lotta hotbois in ur smileyboi with just a tune.

[@andrewjanssen5502]

Thank you guys so much for doing this!

[@TrillBoi]

I’ve been waiting so long for this vid❤️ (Yes I have one also)

[@jimvanderheijden2]

What's it like and what times does it run if I may ask? What year also?

[@2010ebk]

The 11:30 service was the best joke of the video lol Well done sir

[@alexiscordova151]

“So you have no money in the bank because of your car addiction” 🎼dah dah dah tuh tuh tuh dah dah dah tah tah tah 🎼

[@ZOOMI3S]

Thank you for finally doing the Speed3!! ✌🏽Dope video!

[@starcraft321able]

can you guys do a "so you want a 335i (or n54)" PLEASE

[@FirBurger98]

I've been waiting for this video for the longest time!!!

[@TheHumphrey367]

I got an ms3. And pros: Very easy to mod and achive high HP Brakes are massive! You will be ok wit upgraded pads and stock calipers and rotors on 500 hp. Has bose sound system Has automatic headlights and windshield wipers. Adjustable headlights ( they move up and down with a push of a button) Great sound! Reliable Fast Fun Easy to drive It has so much! I bought mine for 4k and i dont regret it. Keep in mind its a Ford, almost the same engine found in the focus rs, and ecoboost, although i think the ms3 engine is more reliable. Also k04 turbo sucks. So a bnr s2 or 3 is totally worth your money.

[@ryanrthrockmorton]

Lemme fix that for ya real quick. Cons: - Factory "premium" Bose sound system These systems are crap when brand new and utter shit when old. All the speakers' surrounds deteriorate in to dust which causes them to sound crunchy/unlistenable and for an upgraded product the staging/imaging leaves a lot to be desired, especially when they wanna charge you more for it over the normal system. Oh, and this goes for all manufacturers and models that decide to use Bose for their upgraded stereo systems.

[@TheHumphrey367]

@@ryanrthrockmorton humm, okay i see your point

[@justinhargrave9289]

A bit late, but as a proud owner of a speed6 and 2nd gen speed3, glad to see there getting attention

[@davidcordova3432]

Bought a 1st gen and did a tune on it and it’s pretty darn fun lmaoooo

[@GearHeadR116]

hope you put HPFP internals in it too.

[@Motivate_My_Morning]

You don’t need HPFP unless you have other supporting mods. I have an 08 and it’s running great with a few mods and a tune

[@GearHeadR116]

@@Motivate_My_Morning ok. I wasnt part of the ms3 community for years... I dont know what I'm saying.

[@Dovahbruhh]

connor fortenberrry have fun with a blown engine

[@josedejesus9285]

@@GearHeadR116 Clearly you don't. Like he said, you don't need them unless you're running supporting mods that require a HPFP internal!

[@lalocura1828]

I feel like I got lucky with my '13 speed3. -Somewhat Normal clutch wear at 120k miles. -cobb cold air intake -it started misfiring like crazy on 3 cylinders (I feel like it did that bcuz of a combination of the cold air intake, non upgraded fuel pump, and abuse... cylinders running lean at high rpm bcuz the oem fuel pump doesn't match the speed of the intake) after replacing all the plugs n coils it ran like a dream) -changed the oil and started running into the dreaded p0012 after babying the car or striving it really slow, the light went away, I still fear replacement of the vvt assembly either way the likely suspect for me is a bad vvt oil control valve especially since the light stays off if I drive slower... if the valve is replaced and the issue still persists then I'll just replace the vvt as well 🙃 -I'm also getting electric power steering issues it goes out on the freeway and I get my dash lights and entertainment system freaking out 🙃... overall amazing car just becareful not to blow it up if you got a cold air intake and no upgraded fuel pump... might just buy the stock box jeez 🙃

[@djhero0071]

I really liked that this was one of the first cars they gave you on the Need For Speed MMO from a few years ago (I still miss it. Reply if you played it or remember it).

[@coltonjones2398]

The largest concern on buying used would be the previous owners mod path. Also VERY IMPORTANT upgrade fuel pump first as the oem spring rate cannot support high boost fuel requirements. After the you can run 22+psi ;)

[@user-on1jw6xv9f]

I learn more about history here than school

[@eli7565]

Perfeting timing this video comes right after I sell my built speed3.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Ope, Sorry about that! 😂

[@eli7565]

@@FitmentIndustries Much love to guys. I was always repping the Fitment Industries Logo!

[@zupinu2000]

So you want a Lexus is 250/350 please.

[@ByLionZ]

I love my speed3:) Black Mica 2010 Full bolt on brings on so many smiles

[@bddjulian684]

they should just let Alex own the yt account 😂

[@jamievanschalkwyk4762]

I remember the first time watching this video when it came out, I’m happy to say that I’m finally picking up my very own first gen in two days.