Is MazdaSpeed in the 04-05 NB really MazdaSpeed?

FloridaWriter · Post by **FloridaWriter** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 9:04 am

Sorry if this is a dumb question. having owned a series of BMWs and not yet knowing much about Miatas--but wanting to--my impression of the MazdaSpeed turbo Miatas is like BMW Motorsport's M badge.

However a local Orlando dealer is saying the Speed modifications in the 05 NB are more show and not go mods--he is arguing against my considering an 05 NB speed version in favor of the NC. is this salesman correct?

Thanks in advance,

David

Maitland, Florida

toddwcarpenter · Post by **toddwcarpenter** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 10:56 am

The Mazdaspeed is turbocharged, has stiffer/lower suspension, a stronger clutch, grippier tires, and lots of parts that may or may not be stonger (rods, pistons, tranny). It is definatly as much GO as Show compared to a regular NB.

I'd still take the NC though.

Post by **Brian** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 11:55 am

Ditto what Todd said...

FloridaWriter · Post by **FloridaWriter** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 12:41 pm

So you anticipate there being engine mods available for the NC like there are for the older models? For example, some combination of mods that would raise the torgue up to the level of the NB turbo?

Post by **Brian** » Fri Apr 14, 2006 1:50 pm

Certainly. The mods are already starting to hit the market. We had our NC on the dyno today with exhaust and instake mods....more on that later. Turbo kit in the works. Have already seen an installed supercharger kit. Lots of goodies in development which should start hitting the market this Summer.

toddwcarpenter · Post by **toddwcarpenter** » Sun Apr 16, 2006 9:35 am

Brian wrote: We had our NC on the dyno today with exhaust and instake mods....more on that later.

Tease!