The Mazda 3 is well known as a typical family or even first car for a new driver, but this is car that is not for the faint hearted or for people that have high risk insurance. The beauty of this build is that the actual lines of the original car can be clearly seen and this is a good thing when it comes to building a new car.
Hardly anything has been left untouched in this build with a lot of going on under the hood and in the interior, but that does not mean the exterior has been left alone, far from it as the bodywork has a supreme finish and the panels line up nicely with is so important on a build such as this.
This build is based on the second series 3 model, it comes with a range of engines from 1.6 litre, 2.0 litre, 2.2 litre and a 2.5 litre version, with a five speed auto or manual and a six speed manual gearbox. The different configurations offer 109 HP up to 270 HP, so even at the production level there are so many choices to be made.
These are the specs and features for this cool Mazda 3:
CAR MAKE & MODEL – Custom Car Mazda MAZDASPEED 3 2009 Pictures
CAR COLOUR – Gray
ENGINE MODIFICATIONS – aem maf air straightener, hks high performance twin power ignition system, street unit billert aluminium rear engine mount, ets top mount intercooler, street unit silicone boost tubes, mazdaspeed cold air intake, hkss bov, running at open air, mazdaspeed sport catback exhaust, cobb turbo inlet, cobb tunner, bc racing adjustable coilover kit, major upgrades: turbo.
SUSPENSION MODIFICATIONS – bc racing adjustable coilover kit.
ALLOY WHEELS – oz altegra 18×8 racing rims.
TYRES – Bridgestone tires .
BRAKES – rotora front/rear cross drill and slotted rotors.
EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS – fibre images caron fibre cowl induction hood, auto exec carbon fibre pilars, street unit blackout side markers, street unit black out front and rear flying m emblems, vehicle has been debatched, minus flying m emblems, streeglow under car, 7 colour led kit, jdm front lip, dg motorsports carbon fibre wing extension, streetglow lighting, custom body kit.
INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS – aem tru-boost controller, aem air/fuel gauge, aem oil pressure gauge, all interior lights have been replaced with white led lighting, three pod centre console, custom steering wheel, aem gauges, custom pedals, custom seats.
IN CAR ENTERTAINMENT – centre console holds my ipod control cable, ipod, bass control knob, and usb input port, jl audio 500w amp and jl stealth 10″ 500w sub, kenwood touchscreen in dash nav/dvd system, radar detector, jl audio sub enclosure, jl audio subwoofers, kenwood video, audiovox security, jl audio amplifier, bose speakers, monster cable wiring, kenwood head unit, kenwood sound processor, bose tweeters.
Future Mods: Exterior: MAZDASPEED 3 AXELA GV FRONT LIP BODY KIT JDM (already purchased, waiting on paint and install), Performance: I might upgrade the turbo, still debating whether or not I want to void the warranty, Steedspeed CNC Machined Ceramic coated Exhaust manifold, Cobb Downpipe.
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Tri-Phase Performance Module for 2004-2010 Mazda 3
Product Description of the Tri-Phase Performance Module:
The Tri-Phase module utilizes a triad of operating parameters that enable the user to select their desired performance level. The Tri-Phase functions by intercepting sensor outputs, modifying them, and outputting them to the vehicle’s onboard computer. The Tri-Phase module is also compatible with most popular performance upgrades such as aftermarket intake, exhaust, and ignition systems, low boost forced induction systems, lightened and/or under drive pulley kits, grounding kits, and many others. The Tri-Phase enhances performance in multiple ways. First, it modifies signals being read by the ECU, causing an adjustment to the fuel curve, which is what creates the increase in horsepower and torque, as well as improves throttle response and shift speed. When the ECU sees these modified signals it provides a different set of fuel and ignition maps than it would under factory operating conditions. A second feature of the Tri-Phase is it’s “High-Heat Signal Correction.” In short, when the engine compartment heats up, some sensors that relay pertinent fuel curve contingent information to the ECU begin to lose accuracy due to heat absorption into the sensor. The ECU then reads these incorrect signals, and leans out, or otherwise incorrectly alters the fuel curve, which hampers performance. These errors cannot be corrected from within the computer; there must be an independent unit to correct these errors. The Tri-Phase is designed to automatically compensate for these signal errors. Additionally, our easy to follow, step-by-step instructions will allow you to get your module installed in about 20 minutes, even if you don’t have any mechanical experience. For more information please visit us at www.nextlevelracing.com, or call us toll free @ 1-888-293-1695, Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST.
Priced at $149.95
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Dice i-Mazda/Mazda 3 & 5 /Protege/Tribute/ IPod Adapter w/ Aux Audio Input
Product Description of the i-Mazda-R2-5v iPod Integration Kit:
The DICE i-Mazda-R2-5v iPod Integration Kit for Mazda SAT Systems is a factory iPod integration kit that gives CD quality sound. It can be controlled from the ipod, radio and steering wheel. Supports text on text-capable systems and includes an extra auxiliary input. Connect your iPod to your Mazda’s factory entertainment system and hear what your iPod should sound like in your car. Always keeps your iPod charged and ready to go. Radios with a SAT button will also display text from your iPod allowing you to view song title and artist name right on your radio’s display. (Factory SAT will need to be disconnected.) Features: • Charges the iPod • Direct audio from your iPod to your car radio. • Controls the iPod from the radio controls. • Will work with in-dash CD changers that are part of the main radio. • Gives you an extra audio input as well as the iPod interface. • Compatible with factory navigation systems.
Priced at $118
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