I have a 2008 Mazdaspeed3 w/ 81K miles on it. Best car I've ever owned. Quick, fast, efficient, extremely reliable, handles great, looks great, and is well put together. The only probs have been some smoke out of the exhaust pipe (occurs only at extended idle when crankcase vacuum is negative) from the turbo (it's an engineering design flaw that can be solved w/ an upgraded turbo and some better crankcase breathing), and the crappy OEM shocks, struts, and strut mount bearings. That's it. Always starts, always surprises on-road challengers, and never fails to put a smile on my face. Great car!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that great info Andrew!
@linchester84646 жыл бұрын
Mazda ditched the slogan Zoom Zoom for efficiency and fuel economy. The next gen Mazda3 is powered by the Mazda Skyactiv X which is a petrol engine but behaves almost like a diesel using just very high compression to ignite the air/fuel mixture for low loads like cruising. During hard acceleration it will behave like any normal petrol engine with the spark induced ignition. Mazda believed electric cars wont be common place on the roads until the infrastructure could fully support all the electric cars. And diesel has earned a bad rep after the Volkswagen diesel emission gate. Not sure if you know or if I ever told you this. The current Ford Ecoboost 2.3 Inline 4 was based off the MazdaSpeed3 2.3L turbo engine. The blocks are pretty much the same only the main difference are the head, head gasket design, fuel injection system and turbo used between the Mazda unit and the Ecoboost unit. So you can say the Speed3 was the predecessor to the Focus RS you are driving. That same 2.3L turbo engine was used in the Mazda 6 MPS or Mazdaspeed6 which is the bigger sedan but that car comes equipped with the front biased AWD Active Torque Split system which will send up to 50% to the rear wheels depending on the road conditions. I agree with you the first gen MazdaSpeed3 are better looking than the second gen with that smiley face like the car is happy all the time and that hood scoop which look like it ripped off from the hatchback WRX. yuck! The first gen Speed3 are fast even in stock form. The power and FWD layout you could say the Speed3 rival will be the Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk6 from the same year. And yes seen some heavily modded Speed3 with at least close to 400bhp with forged internals and a good size turbo unit. The Speed3 first gen are really sleepers because you cant really tell the Speed3 and the normal Mazda3 other than the bigger wing, rear badging and bigger rims. There are some fake Speed3 running about but the 2.3 turbo has the distinct sound from the factory blow off valve. The FC RX7 turbo also ran with the same top mounted intercooler setup on the rotary engine before they switch to the sequential twin turbo with front mount intercooler unit in the FD RX7. Mazda made the hood budge up on both the Speed 3 and Speed 6 to give space for the vents to route air into the top mount intercooler. If you put the Speed3 with the Mazda3 side by side and see the front only. You will see the slight budge on the hood of the Speed3. Japanese car maker are known for making everyday cars so the controls from that era are functional and the console layout is driver & passenger oriented and not overwhelming. No stupid or confusing electronics like today cars has just to adjust the AC, radio and navigation. The reason for the bigger stock rims is that the Speed3 were fitted with bigger rotors than the normal Mazda3 but still same size calipers. But the brakes tend to overheat if you track frequently so most will ditch the solid discs for slotted/vented rotors and brake pads and hose upgrade or just swap them out for aftermarket brake calipers from Project Mu. The factory suspension is geared towards comfort so there is some body roll if you throw the car aggressively. Good thing is that there is plenty of aftermarket support for the Speed3 when OEM parts are hard to come by. Truth to be told, open pod air filter actually kills horsepower than letting the engine breath better. Without any heat shield, the air filter is actually sucking in heated air around the engine bay and especially from the hot turbo side. The myth that open pod add horsepower has long since been busted. Which is why many owners still keep the factory air box and just swap out the stock air filter for the mesh stainless steel filter which are washable and reusable. A straight thru exahust is def the best mod for a turbo car but in my country this is illegal to run cat less. And you will be pulled over by the cops and pay a hefty fine and inspection fees to certify the car is street legal once you bolted back the stock exhaust. Cat back exahust and approval units are allowed only when you passed an inspection and you have the legal paperwork that proves the exhaust on your car is street legal. Great review and nice to see some good gems are still running about.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Lin Chester thanks for your awesome input. You bring all the great facts to the table. I appreciate the compliment and you watching? Do you think another Mazdaspeed 3 is possible for the next generation Mazda 3.
@linchester84646 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides heres only hoping only. I still want Mazda to bring back the rotary engine first.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Yes, ROTARY is first on the list, and then the speed3
@BoostedFB64 жыл бұрын
No factory blow off valve, bypass valve doesn’t make much noise but you can definitely hear the turbo spool up when you get on the gas
@7homas0wen4 жыл бұрын
I’m still hoping they shove the 2.5L turbo for the 6 and cx5 in the 3 and make a 2019 MPS.
@abelflores59766 жыл бұрын
That first gen MS3 in red looks beautiful to this day. Just saw one the other day on the highway and it looked brand new! Car has no aged at all.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Abel flores I totally believe it! It’s such a fun, cool car!👍🏻
@jmachi6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, they look timeless
@DirectorNoah234 жыл бұрын
Just bought a red one today!
@dylansalvador67823 жыл бұрын
I dont mean to be so off topic but does anybody know a way to get back into an instagram account..? I stupidly forgot my password. I love any tricks you can offer me!
@koltonturner73053 жыл бұрын
@Dylan Salvador Instablaster =)
@CodyKloepfer6 жыл бұрын
This was such a great video! I've owned my 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 for about a year and a half now, and it's been an absolute blast. I love it.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Cody Kloepfer thank you so much for your kind words! Congrats on your Speed 3. It is such a special car!😊👍🏻
@YasumotoUS6 жыл бұрын
Old co-worker has a Speed 3 in red and loves it! He throws blizzak winter tires on in the mid-atlantic and has no issues during the cold season. The Speed 3 totally wasn't on my radar until my co-worker started talking about the vehicle and its drive train. IMO, the Speed 3 should most certainly be brought back as an alternative to the ST and GTI. With Subaru leaving its customers hanging due to the removal of the WRX hatch (and sunsetting of the Forester XT in 2019!!!) and over-the-top mark-ups on the Type-R (yes, that thing is still be marked up by thousands by dealerships), a new Speed 3 would be amazing.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
YasumotoUS I totally echo your thoughts! Mazda can do it!
@Talentzz966 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately Mazda says the Mazdaspeeds were "childish". I hate that that is their view, because I absolute love my mazdaspeed 3. With the new turbo 6, hopefully there's a new mazdaspeed in the works 😁
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Anthony Belperio I totally agree with you.
@bikerman69076 жыл бұрын
In my country, Norway, this model was called Mazda 3 MPS, "Mazda Performance Series" cheers!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Very cool! Thank you for watching! :-)
@bikerman69076 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides 👍😎
@BurnedAura686 жыл бұрын
Murica is special
@ZachNovak6 жыл бұрын
In every country its the MPS, America is special and gets the Speed 3 tag haha
@bikerman69076 жыл бұрын
ZachNovak do they call it Mazda Speed 6 over the pond, here and in every other country 😀 its Mazda 6 mps
@ThatBustedVQ5 жыл бұрын
This whole video was only made to flex his AirPods 😂
@fazebot24055 жыл бұрын
I believe he used them as his mic 🤔
@takcleberry4 жыл бұрын
Our boi Urboyb was flexed on R.I.P. Urboyb
@scottlathrop666 жыл бұрын
That's not a cold air intake(CAI). It's a short ram intake(SRI). Cold air is a longer pipe that collects air from the lower part of the engine bay. Not much cold air up top. Also, with the SRI, this thing will more than 263 HP...More like 270+
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the input and correction. I love it when people can contribute! Thank you so much for watching!
@misha88965 жыл бұрын
Spot - on! There is actually an article or two about this on this website www.autospeed.com/cms/article.html?&A=0360 . Long story short - they actually proved that in some case, open cone air filter or different airbox may actually decrease power, due to a difference in pressures in front of the car, in engine compartment and in the intake manifold. Basically, you can't really speak about gains by adding these popular modification, unless you made a comparison stock vs modified with vacuum gauge.
@tylerneff19905 жыл бұрын
scott lathrop you forgot to mention he called a by pass valve a blow off valve lmaoooo
@Dyl_Cam4 жыл бұрын
With a SRI? I don't know about that man
@jb65742 жыл бұрын
@@Dyl_Cam With a tune alone you can pick up 10hp before even adding any mods
@VAspeed36 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I had the second MS3 sold in Richmond VA and drove it for 11 years and 325,000 miles. tracked it at VIR a few times as well before it passed 150,000 miles. In October 2006 that 263 HP made it the fastest FWD car you could buy in North America. No mods except for Koni Sport adjustable struts, which made it feel track stiff and sharpened up the handling a lot.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
VAspeed3 thanks for the compliment! That’s amazing you were able to get that many miles on her! Thank you so much for adding your personal experience!
@ChiSpire6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review Joe, this is the first review I have watched on the Speed 3. Definitely learned some things, thanks again man :)
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
ChiSpire I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I appreciate your support!
@russellmcdaniel10666 жыл бұрын
Great video. Brings back memories. I miss my 2008 soo much. I hate how reviewers say the clutch is too stiff and they have trouble with missed shifts. This car was absolutely perfect when it came to driving feel and I miss the ridiculous torque. If they ever come back with a new speed I’ll definitely be in line to buy.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate you taking the time to share your personal experience and for watching. I hope Mazda will bring her back!
@thillyard16 жыл бұрын
My first car was an RX-7, and I ended up owning three generations off that car. I bought the first gen Speed3 and loved that car. It's really disappointing that Mazda has almost abandoned the sports car market (the Miata is still great but vastly underpowered). My Focus RS feels as close to the Speed3 than any other car I have owned. Great video Joe, keep it up!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
thillyard1 thanks for the great compliment! I would love to get behind the wheel of of a RX7! Thanks for your input.
@ryanrohauer59406 жыл бұрын
I smoke every st I have ever raced in my 09 ms3 and I have raced a fully bolted st. Shuda kept the speed I have a white one looks just like the one in the video but with 2nd gen gun metal wheels
@BL1THE4 жыл бұрын
i loved your review. ive had my 09 speed3 for a few months now and its been nothing but a blast. your energy and detail is very enjoyable to watch! you know the car better than most people reviewing it as others mentioned too :)
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt for the compliments. This is one of my earlier reviews. I have updated my camera equipment especially the mic.
@BL1THE4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides camera and audio quality were just fine in my opinion, but I'm glad you've stepped it up too! Can't wait to check out your other content tonight
@SicSemperBeats5 жыл бұрын
I prefer this first gen to the second gen. The mid 2000's Mazdas were nice and sleeper. The second gen looked fast, this first gen was a nice sleeper
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you! What is interesting is that the first gen is actually faster then the second gen!
@RaulRodriguez-dl8hd4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides second jen is faster up top
@koshunter38056 жыл бұрын
I would love the speed3, but here in Michigan the weather is crazy bipolar. So I decided to get the 06 Mazda Speed6. Great cars that are super super overlooked, great video!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your compliments! You really can't go wrong with the MazdaSpeed 6!
@Mazda626gtturbo5 жыл бұрын
Just make sure to upgrade your rear diff mount
@gerrycarmichael13914 жыл бұрын
While I agree it's a great ride the factory turbo has proven to be a weak point. The turbo seals have been known to fail with as little as 15K miles. Oddly designed drainage system for the bearing which relies on a very narrow vacuum envelope to function correctly. Something as simple of switching the stock airbox out for a cold air kit (short ram intake) lowers the vacuum just enough to affect how the oil drains out of the turbo bearing and the car will smoke. While their are many suggestions to fix this issue most of the forums agree the only real fix is to toss the factory turbo and install a Garret GT3071R. Happy to let you know when I get the swap done. In the meantime I have removed the SRI and gone back to the factory airbox with factory spec oil. Smoking is now very minimal.
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@Godspeed9316 жыл бұрын
Great review. I had my 09 for 192K which I owned since mile 8. Loved that car. My only major gripe was the early PCV design. Mazda used a port injection PCV setup which led to high crankcase pressure. And that in turn led to oil seepage on the turbo seals (pre-08) and valve cover gasket. Not to mention the unusually high carb deposits on the intake valves, runners and rings (yes, it was bad even for a direct injected motor). It was so bad that Mazda offered a $330 valve breather kit to mitigate some of the issues. And my own MS3 eventually suffered from two stuck oil control rings. Mazda seemed to have fixed their design with the Gen 2 MS3. New valve cover/breather being the most notable change under the hood. I've heard they at one time had a 3rd gen MS3 in development. But it was shelved to focus resources on the 2nd gen Skyactiv powertrain.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Godspeed931 I’m so glad that you enjoyed this and that you had the ability to enjoy such a great car. Thank you for sharing your personal story and experience.😊👍🏻
@crokerdavid19096 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. I loved this generation Mazda 3 ever since it came out. It is very well proportioned, has beautiful lines and gorgeous wheels. I was never able to own one myself, but I sure wanted one. Great review!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Croker David thanks for the compliment!i totally agree with you!
@mikem22534 жыл бұрын
Still have my 2010 speed3. Original owner of 10 years of fun. Fantastic car!
@MrMazda-ih8cw6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reminder of the 1991 LeMans facts - I was aware but had forgotten. Great video - thanks for sharing!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Mr. Mazda I really appreciate that! It was one of the greatest moments in racing!😊👍🏻
@infadelakainf5 жыл бұрын
If you’re ready then I’m ready........ great video. Just got a 3 and now I’m looking for a Speed
@oldpirate74346 жыл бұрын
I wanted one, but got a Mazda5 and got my mods from Japan for it. It was sweet. Great review and drive of the Speed3 Joe.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Angelo Gonzalez thanks Angelo! That is so cool about your Mazda 5! I would love to see pics!
@bababoy13375 жыл бұрын
its been 3 years got my 07 speed3 and i love it .
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That is really great of you to say!
@paybax16 жыл бұрын
Great review Raiti! I own a 2012 Speed, ordered it from Mazda. I have just bought a 2018 STI, and I drive both 50/50. I have high mileage on the Speed, but it still is flawless and very impressive. The reason for Mazda's decision to drop the Speed designs is a little more complicated. The MZR engine was designed by Mazda, but at the time they were partnered with Ford who bought the patent to the engine. Now, the partnership ended and Ford took the rights to that design. Thus the application in the Focus ST/RS. And now even further with the engine design application to the upcoming Bronco and Ranger. One day the Speed label may come back, but as it stands right now, its just rumor.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
paybax1 you have one nice garage setup! I figured there were politics involved. What color is your STI?
@stefanmclellan45016 жыл бұрын
Both are black. Politics are always involved but these types of outcomes forces evolution which is good! Again appreciate your positive and objective reviews, something that is lacking in a lot of videos. Going to run the STI on a road trip to Florida this summer to see how it copes on a long road trip. Pain or pleasure, could be both lol.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Stefan McLellan thanks for your insight and I appreciate your kind words. What part of Florida you heading to? I’m in the Tampa area.
@paybax16 жыл бұрын
I am running through the Tampa area and heading just South to Sarasota. I heading down the I-75 from Canada, its been a while since I have done the trip.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
paybax1 how long should that take?
@Tierod864 жыл бұрын
I had a 2008.5 first gen from 2011 til 2014. God I miss this car.
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
I beat you do Tyler.
@Tierod864 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides I have videos of on my channel. The channel isn't much but there are videos of my mazda on there.
@DaCoDgamer3 жыл бұрын
I love my smiling speed 3! It smiles as I roar past STIs ;)
@RaitisRides3 жыл бұрын
Nice man!
@DaCoDgamer3 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides thanks joe! Keep up the great work!
@jdrracer6 жыл бұрын
Great job showing such a variety of cars.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
jdrracer glad you are enjoying it
@tonysan18596 жыл бұрын
I love the passion, new subscriber! I love hot hatches! I went from a 03 350z to a 2012 Mazda Speed 3.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Knuckles1859 thank you so much for subscribing! I really appreciate the support! Wow, that is a big change but the MS3 is so much fun! I’ll have more hot hatches to come!
@spolo1234 жыл бұрын
Did you like more the 350z or the Speed3?
@micro68856 жыл бұрын
Great informative video, I own a 2012 gen 2. The only thing I would have added even tho it is a different car is a little information about the speed6. 06-07 production year, same motor just awd. Very rare car that not many people even know exists. Keep making the great content tho!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your input and feedback! They really are amazing cars. I really appreciate your kind words!
@kevinmckinnon21456 жыл бұрын
Shame you don't mention the Mazdaspeed series began with the 6 and it was 4 wheel drive. Here in the UK it comes under the Mazda Performance Series - MPS. Mine is from 2006 and looking forward to doing work on it this summer.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Yeah sometimes it's hard to hit ever fact especially since my reviews are on the fly with no prep work. I always welcome and appreciate when viewers can bring info to the table or corrections. I am trying to have this a car community of enthusiasts. Thank you for watching from across the pond!
@Slowyourrollvarietyshow3 жыл бұрын
He mentioned the protege, which technically was the first Mazdaspeed production :)
@Mrhandsome25659 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review! I have a 2008 fully bolted and I love this car
@Cxreymedia5 жыл бұрын
the mazda speed 3 might be my first car
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That would make you a very lucky person! It is a great car!
@bciecko13 жыл бұрын
I had this bodystyle. I bout the 2007 MSP GT trim in winter of 2006. Amazing car. I miss it dearly. Fast. Fun. Comfortable and practical too.
@RaitisRides3 жыл бұрын
I would miss it as well!
@LucianoClassicalGuitar6 жыл бұрын
I just got a Mazda 3 2009 GX Sport. It felt fucking great! Basic car owned by an old lady that only drove 57 thousand KM in 10 years. I was trying to go kind of fast in a rural area and for being a small car it really packs a punch!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
That is really great to hear! Well done!
@arayalynn035 жыл бұрын
Nice review! I'm about to pick up a 12 Speed3 with 97k and quite a few mods. Its smoking and needs a turbo. I'm excited to play with it. I have issues with hoarding cool cars. Right now I own 8 and really should sell 1 or 2 before I get another. The one that should go is the 05 s600 v12tt but for what I'm into it it's too fun. I've also considered moving my e39 M5 but know I will miss it because I searched for that car for years and love it. On a side note I lived in the Tampa area in the late 80s. My pops was stationed at the base there. I went to Robinson HS when I wasn't in WT Edward's lol
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@karlm86826 жыл бұрын
Hey Raiti, what would you go for since you've driven them all? Would you pay around 10 grand or one of these speed 3s in good condition used, get a new Focus ST for 25 Grand or is the RS that much better for 35 to 40?
@Cgee33 жыл бұрын
I can’t believe I never watched this video until now. I had a 2008.5 Gt in the same color. My only mods were Hypertech tune and Cobb intake. I owned the car until it was totaled during the summer of 2019. I moved on to a Kia Stinger GT2.
@RaitisRides3 жыл бұрын
That is so cool! I am glad that you had a chance to watch. Do you miss it?
@Cgee33 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides I do miss some things about it. It was a pretty fun car for being fwd. The MS3’s biggest downfall was not being rwd. I felt more connected to the car with it being a manual than my Stinger. Of course my Stinger is faster and more luxurious. I do wish it leaned less in he corners. I know that it needs sway bars to correct that.
@xolisasukwinimangali6325 Жыл бұрын
Hey Joe I just bumped into this video while I was searching for Mazda cars LoL 🤣 by judging from the New and this old video it's a zonk for me the quality 🤣🤣🙌🙌🙌 keep up the good work one love all the way from South Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤️❤️
@RaitisRides Жыл бұрын
Thanks man! I guess you have to star somewhere!
@ionutvrabie57306 жыл бұрын
I spoke to several Mazda dealers who definetly confirmed that a new mazda 3 mps will not be made, however a 2.0 l petrol with 200bhp will be released in the next 2 yrs. Also a hybrid version is to come up following a partenership with toyota. Things do seem promising as Mazda look to develop even further an already succesfull and loved brand.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Ionut Vrabie thanks for the insider info. I really think it is a shame they are not making a Mazda Speed 3.
@stoneee12345 жыл бұрын
Well that is actually not a Cold Air Intake (CAI) but a Short Ram intake (SRI), which basically sucks in all the warm air from the engine. The main benefit of the SRI would just be induction+bypass noises plus increased airflow, and it will likely increase intake temperatures especially at a stop. A CAI is generally either a boxed off SRI or having the intake position placed further away from the engine. Contrary to common belief, most stock airboxes on cars are already cold air intakes by design, as they are sealed off from the engine bay and intake air through piping routed from the front of the vehicle. The major downside would be limited airflow, as they also serve to muffle induction noise, and that's why by installing aftermarket intakes you get the cool "whoosh" sounds right away.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your great input and info! I really appreciate you watching!
@matrixresearch6 жыл бұрын
You talk with the Mazda passion... very good review my friend. #mazdaspeed
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for that awesome comment! Mazda is a great brand!
@PB72UK2 жыл бұрын
I just picked up a 2009 Mazda 3 Sport, and love it 🎉
@jaylakhani55684 жыл бұрын
Great video. Sound quality was a bit painful at times but I enjoyed your passion and content
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
Sorry about that!
@speedinjection79666 жыл бұрын
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@neilobusk6 жыл бұрын
Had my gen 2 MPS here in the uk for 8years..and im keepin it :) We have car taxation laws here and the gen 1 is pretty bad.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your story! I am so glad that you can enjoy your MS3! That is terrible about the taxation!
@kartfox6 жыл бұрын
oh wow, I went to high school there. Still looks the same! ANNND I just picked up a Speed3! Video is awesome and extremely useful tyty!!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
KartFox congrats on you MS3! What year did you graduate from Eastlake? I graduated from there as well. I’m so glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for your kind words.
@aidankreltszheim35993 жыл бұрын
I wonder why these cars didn't retain its value like other Japanese sports cars. They were great cars
@dxh17996 жыл бұрын
I own a (2nd gen) ms3 2010 and I prefer the 2 gen the double spoiler in the back looks even better and the hood scoop. I’m not hating on the 1st gen tho it still pretty badass
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
I love both of the generations. I just wish Mazda would bring it back!
@dxh17996 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides for real, yeah!!! I still have hope!!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
daniel cardona they have to know the enthusiasts want it!
@Aramis_Production4 жыл бұрын
TBH, I hated initially the clown look of the Gen2 (being a Gen1 owner haha) but then it looked OK. The only 2 things I think Gen2 has better is the electric steering and the driver side motor mount. Motor mounts are not a real problem though...But the interior in Gen2 was a step back really
@juanguzman2954 Жыл бұрын
In my opinion, the original Mazdas from Japan are very good. I have a 1986 Mazda b2000 that works very well.😊
@harrisj22786 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe great video as always, I’m wondering if the Focus RS shares the some of the Mazda 2.3 mainly the block? I’ve read somewhere that they do.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Harris J thanks for the compliment! Yeah Ford & Mazda shared the block but the RS has a different head.
@jayjayfreshkidjones6 жыл бұрын
Actually 2nd gen is 2010-2013
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
jerry jones thanks for the correction! I appreciate that!
@Zsword925 жыл бұрын
2009-2013**
@ms3_alejandro5 жыл бұрын
Nate M no sir 2007-2009 1st gen
@Kynetguy5 жыл бұрын
Nate M 2007, 2008, 2008.5, 2009 are all Gen1. 2010 started the stupid Smile grill.
@Aramis_Production4 жыл бұрын
@@Kynetguy They produced and sold Gen 2 in 2009. Trust me I have bought my Gen 1 in 2008 so I know my car lines cause my dealer had Gen2 next year and I hated that clown face.. But in 2009 they were still selling whats left from Gen 1, People call it a Gen1 2007..2009 and the Gen2 2010...2013 but actually Gen 2 must be 2009..2013.
@jmachi6 жыл бұрын
Great car review Raiti! I own a 2007 Mazda 3 Sport, I'm thinking to go for a speed now :3
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words! The mazdaspeed 3 is such an awesome car!
@jromt49885 жыл бұрын
Literally though my car besides different mods and grill. Nice video just fine a better audio set up
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching! Please watch a newer video because I have updated everything! I appreciate your support!
@namek19256 жыл бұрын
Always liked the car got one 2 years ago. There are some things wrong you mentioned about the car and the mods but its ok
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
namek1925 I’m glad you were able to pick one up. Please correct me where I am wrong. I am always wanting to learn more.
@toddterrell87985 жыл бұрын
I had a white 09 Mazdaspeed 3 just like this one. I had black racing stripes painted on mine. I put red Mazda 3 mats in it to make the red accents pop. I couldn't find red Mazdaspeed 3 mats. Funnest car I have ever owned. Mine had steering torque so you had to make sure you held on to the steering wheel when you got on it. I sold it after a drunk driver hit me. They couldn't get the paint right and just looking at it drove me nuts.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@vlads28743 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful classic. Want one.
@501stfighter3 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 with 170,000 miles, full stock and with coil overs. Fun little car but the mileage… I hope it doesn’t cause problems down the road
@albertojr.carreon55802 жыл бұрын
Raiti, I heard several reviewers saying the clutch on the Mazda Speed 3 was heavy while you said it was light. How heavy is it compared to a 99 Trans am or a 2009 mini Cooper S? This way I can compare the feel... Let me know. Thanks. I'm actually thinking of picking one up
@jromt49885 жыл бұрын
I had some kid roll up on me in a golf gti. so I gave him a little bit he pulled up at the red light "what kind of car is that bro wtf did you do to that blah blah blah" never seen it coming left him drooling haha
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that Jim! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@DivineKaze5 жыл бұрын
I definitely prefer the first gen over the second gen. Kinda sad they killed the speed3 and speed6.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Mazdas line up is just so empty without the Speed 3 or 6!
@THR1LLER19876 жыл бұрын
Mazda 3 mps. The inter-cooler is top mounted instead of front mounted because.. it give much better throttle response. Hardly any turbo lag ;)
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
DJ thanks for the awesome input!
@THR1LLER19876 жыл бұрын
Welcome. Great vid. I own one of these in black.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
DJ thank you so much! I bet it looks amazing in black.
@Meanmachine.ms36 жыл бұрын
I have owned this car for 3 months and it is INSANITY. It is so smooth , very fun to drive. I recommend it so much . Insta: MeanMachince.ms3 for photos.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
MikeyandS2 thanks for giving some owner feedback!😊👍🏻
@thagreatfrank30716 жыл бұрын
I've owned it for 3 months as well & it's a very fun car to drive I love driving it at night when I get off of work!!
@jankboy286 жыл бұрын
I have had my 08 speed3 gt for over a year and love every bit of the car I am about to do full Bolt ons and e85 should be around 350 whp
@gokeyinspections85526 жыл бұрын
I've had a 10 Mazda Speed3 for 2 months love it a lot. I used ot drive only AWD or RWD this is my 2nd FWD car and it really grips in the turns and even in a straight line for the most part with sticky tires.
@MehoyMenoy135 жыл бұрын
has it been reliable? im thinking of buying one but also take it on roadtrips!
@jasonsuzuki85356 жыл бұрын
Yikes...when you started the car the whole engine shook like Jell-O. Obviously still running the 10 year old stock motor mounts lol
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Jason Suzuki I love that analogy! He is going to upgrade those!
@karlm86826 жыл бұрын
Man, this is EXACTLY like my old MS3...color and everything. My favorite car to date. I wish I had never sold it. I am still kicking myself for doing so because it was mint. I only hope that if I get a Ford Focus ST or RS that I like them as much or more. I have a feeling I won't like it quite as much.
@wakefielddevin6 жыл бұрын
Hope CJ has that car tuned, didn't see an AccessPort, cause with a turboback and intake with no tune he's really putting a number on the weak point of the MS3, the fuel pump. Got to upgrade those internals with that setup!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Great input and info! Thank you so much for sharing that! I will make sure CJ sees this!
@hoolaandiin5 жыл бұрын
I own a MazdaSpeed3 2008 and an Audi A3 Sportback 1.8T 2008... They are both great. Can you do a review of the Audi ? Great video... Keep it up.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I will try to track one down to review! Thank you for reaching out and for watching!
@hoolaandiin5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video... good information.@@RaitisRides
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
You are so very welcome! I really appreciate your support!
@guitarmatt08676 жыл бұрын
I love the Gen One's I've got a mazdaspeed 6 awd. It's One of the most fun cars I've ever owned.
@billynoresco63705 жыл бұрын
4000$ 80k miles 2008 Mazda speed3? Deal? Or nah?
@Dovahbruhh5 жыл бұрын
Marciano Parafina That is insanely cheap, i feel like there's something wrong with it. Assuming it's 100% okay, that's the steal of the century, but that's crazy low.
@mnwolves1806 жыл бұрын
The 2014 plus Mazda 3s are better looking than the 2nd gen 3s! I have a 2014 hatch myself and I love it!!
@chuckystang6 жыл бұрын
I like the styling of the new mazda 3 hatchbacks but no performance model, such a shame!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
It's crazy because model was at the top of their game!
@antonioaxe34366 жыл бұрын
Bring it back Mazda !
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Antonio Axe I hope they listen to the fans!
@AmanecerTropical16 жыл бұрын
very nice new review congratulations!
@abdo19code5 жыл бұрын
very educational .. thank you
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
You are so very welcome!
@forestalmo24176 жыл бұрын
Are all mazda 3 hatch backs turbo , My gf has one and it takes off like a rocket . Not sure if its turbo tho
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
If it is a standard Mazda 3 then there is no turbo.
@forestalmo24176 жыл бұрын
LOl its not even a mazda 3 its a demio , I think its an awesome car for a - b and very comfortable and easy as to drive . Not to slow also
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Forest almo well I am glad you are happy! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment.
@nilnine12316 жыл бұрын
You really need to know the difference between a short ram and a cold air intake. Protip that isnt a cold air intake. Also the gen one and 2 are about the same due to gearing despite the weight. The Gen 1 isnt definitively faster. This gets worse for the gen 1 with mods.
@erebus386 жыл бұрын
Ironic how I stumbled across this video,considering that I just acquired a red 2010 year model almost exactly a month ago for a pretty good deal! The 2010 year model is the first year it came out with the second generation body style with an actual hood scoop. Anyway,ever since acquiring it,the vehicle has been really great to me so far! However,because I just so recently got the car,I still don't even have the spare change to buy it an aftermarket short ram intake so that I can actually hear the turbo,yet. The best part is that other than the nice looking set of aftermarket wheels I have on it,the car is completely bone stock and that also includes the appearance of the engine bay under the hood as well!
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
erebus38 congrats on your new baby! You will love the car! Hot hatches are a blast and I do like the hood scoop on the second generation. Thanks for watching!😊👍🏻
@erebus386 жыл бұрын
Yeah,I already do love the car,but since this car is my only up and properly running vehicle,I don't plan to do any serious mods to it beyond like that of a short ram intake,dual port BOV and maybe something like an axle-back exhaust because I want to maintain stock like reliability with it for daily driving. While I will briefly run it under max boost from time to time,I refuse to beat up on it like I did with actual past project vehicles I used to own. If I want to build another project I still have an old second generation 2000 year model Miata in my garage that currently runs,but still needs a little work in order for it to run at least somewhat reliably again.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
erebus38 sounds like a plan!
@adamrandell79466 жыл бұрын
If your going to do the intake get an enclosed setup like a Simota or equivalent, If you go to an open style ram kit you will get very little to no benefit because the intercooler isn't spec'd for the extra heat and will suffer heat soak. I still have no idea why most of these performance intakes are open cone filters considering its a turbo car, If its a 600hp front mount turbo beast yeah but not these little 4 cylinders. If you can go for a cat-back, the more flow you have behind the turbo the more flow you'll have in front putting good use to your new intake. you will also get more choo choo sounds, which is always a bonus lol.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Adam Randell that’s what I was under the impression with the open style short ram kit. I would think you want to isolate that and bring in cool outside air. I really appreciate your great input!
@lyianx6 жыл бұрын
7:40 - Even tho it sounds like the engine *might* already warmed up, I still hate it when people start revving up an engine RIGHT after starting it. 8:15 Not enough room? lol I've seen some owners who put FMI's on their Speed 3's. COBB even makes a kit to do it. The truth is, there are advantages and disadvantages in both top and front mounts. They likely went with top for other reasons. 8:55 There's a lot of data showing that Cold air intakes are actually less cool than stock boxes. Especially how he has it set up. No heat shield means its sucking in all that hot air from the engine around it. Owner likely made it worse than stock doing it that way. The Mazda designers are not stupid. 13:07 Perhaps in his modded S3, but Stock S3's power dies off around 6k. I clicked on this expecting to go into why Mazda stopped making the Ms3's. Title is kinda click baity.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
lyianx I appreciate your very detailed feedback and always welcome viewers and subscribers to add extra info. I like to think of my channel as a community. The reason I chose the title is I enjoyed this car so much it didn’t make sense to me as why Mazda would not have a Speed 3 in its lineup. Thank you fir watching!😊👍🏻
@jbarrera66386 жыл бұрын
This car is nice looking. I love the 2nd gen with a front end happy face delete body mod. Shit looks nice
@migueltejada6196 жыл бұрын
Did the owner put in his own BOV? The stock mazda uses a BPV.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Yes he did! Great job noticing and thank you for watching!
@migueltejada6196 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I just picked up an 07 model a few days ago , so I've been bingewatching videos on youtube. It's usually a bunch of teenagers just repeating the same crap they read on wiki , so it's refreshing to see your take on things. thanks for the content! You've got yourself a new sub.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your 07! I appreciate your kind words and thank you so much for being part of this journey with! What color did you get?
@migueltejada6196 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides anytime. It's black. Really clean inside and out. Completely stock (which I couldn't believe). 100k miles and all for just over 4k USD.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
You really found a rare one with it being stock! Congrats again and I hope she brings you many smiles per miles.
@ionutvrabie57306 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately a new edition of the Mazda Speed will never be made.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Ionut Vrabie I hope you’re wrong 🤞
@ionutvrabie57306 жыл бұрын
I also wish I was. Unfortunately it has been confirmed by Mazda officials. There will be a sport Mazda 3 with 200bhp but that will be the sportiest version of this segment. Still something.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Ionut Vrabie you are correct!👍🏻
@jabajsadasfelif33956 жыл бұрын
This is a Great Video. Only the Microphone Quality should be bether
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Jabajsadas felif thank you for the compliment! I’m trying to get some money 💰 together for it!
@meganjay306 жыл бұрын
Makes no sense to put the intercooler on top of the engine IMO.. Major heat soak and there is heaps of room at the bottom of the front bumper.. Looks like there is anyway and its a heap cooler down there.
@Aramis_Production4 жыл бұрын
Wrong. They came up with Gen2 in 2009. Last time they had produced Gen1 is 2008. So that makes this model a mid 2008 and I have one identical and I used it daily for 12 years. Hypnotic Tuned at about 400bhp (350 whp). In general, when you refer to MS3, the years they sold it were taken into consideration. Gen 1: 2007..2009. Gen 2: 2010..2013
@samboesenberg5 жыл бұрын
That is a short ram intake, not a cold air. Also 2nd gen was 2010-2013. otherwise pretty well informed video
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
@kensheeler79143 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 2010 mazda 3 hatchback I wish it was a mazdaspeed 3 but I'm sure I can find performance parts for it
@NovejSpeed35 жыл бұрын
Mazdaspeed began its CONSUMER models with the Protege. They had been established on the racing side of the house years before they ever touched the Protege......Ever heard of the 787B? 😉
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@alfrededwards67383 жыл бұрын
Had a speed 6 , which runs the same motor but is awd until it went kaboom! Watch that timing chain if not you’ll regret it.
@SK1PP3R884 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna buy the first gen soon. Wish me luck boys.
@jamesmcclendon39326 жыл бұрын
How was the Torque steer?
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Actually not too bad!
@andersonrodriguez82586 жыл бұрын
Which cars/suv are more reliable Mitsubishi or Mazda’s ?
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Anderson Rodriguez I would say brand vs brand it would go to Mazda.
@andersonrodriguez82586 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides thanks man rather a Mazda tbh after Mitsubishi join Renault their cars prolly 💩💩🚮🚮😂😂😂
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Anderson Rodriguez I know the Mirage is one of the worst in the USA.
@andersonrodriguez82586 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides parts for Mitsubishi are probably more rare to find so more expensive than a Mazda
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Anderson Rodriguez I would think so. Plus in the states there are less dealers!
@nunuher79305 жыл бұрын
Do they have this car in automatic?
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
No they do not!
@jayespi376 жыл бұрын
I love Mazdas.... fun fun fun!! They need to bring back the speed versions, especially now that Ford is car dead🤓
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Joseph Espinal I really want Mazda to make another Speed 3.👍🏻
@SS-wm1wy6 жыл бұрын
Didn't say why they killed this car? I pretty much know all what he told about the car. I have a '13 mazda 6. I wish I had bought the speed3.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Arrow Straight they need to bring it back!😊
@BockchoiBoi6 жыл бұрын
im more in the noise cancelling mic you were using while driving the car lol.
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Vichit Yang yeah I have a better mic set up now. Thank you for your feedback!😊👍🏻
@RaitisRides6 жыл бұрын
Listen to this review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGaqmYKHa7edmNE
@daniellee64085 жыл бұрын
2010-2013 gen2...he did not mention the TQ...286tq stock...bolt ons my 2010 ms3 311whp/401tq 91oct stock turbo- and the 2gen was a little faster this guy is trippin lol
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@drakeography4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Informative.
@ricardo1005864 жыл бұрын
Do a review on a Mazdaspeed 6, if you can find one.
@Norrr36 жыл бұрын
Was thinking about getting one of these as a daily
@almostremembered4 жыл бұрын
"The clutch is super light." I just came from another review that said "the clutch is very heavy." I really don't know anymore guys
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
From my experience it is super light.
@rogerbarrett99204 жыл бұрын
Mines a 2011 and the clutch feels pretty normal, certainly not heavy- Some modded examples with up-rated clutches probably need more effort.
@little_black_raincloud6 жыл бұрын
I love my 09! Need to hit a dyno, but my guess is its probably pushing 350.