Dude. I have been wondering why Flyin Miata stopped offering that package. Thank you for continuing their legacy on that. I will now refer people to your business.
They did a video I think or I read on a forum that they were a small company with a handful of guys and they didn't have the manpower or the time to be doing those big projects for customers so now they stick to smaller work.
Flyin’ Miata is the best thing that’s happened to the 90s car enthusiast world. Can you imagine if every classic platform had that level of passion and engineering behind it?
This is culmination of a man's dream. I'm beyond words the level of admiration I have for this man. He chased a dream and succeeded. The car is absolutely magnificent. He brought the best of both world's together. The Honey Badger logo is sick. I love everything about that car. Cheers to you for creating a work of art sir.
I love my 2SS 1LE 6th gen Camaro, but this is the dream. Chevy's LT and LS engines, that sweet Tremec, and the Miata experience all in one - just awesome.
This comment made my day… I’m a huge fan of them and love their production value. I do the best I can with the tools & time that I have and to even be put in the same ballpark as them is an amazing compliment in my eyes.
Incredible news. I'm so glad you kept doing the LS swap. I saw one of these Flying Miata LS swapped cars at the track and it was amazing. I loved the way it was killing the Corvette guys at the track in the straightaways, and they couldn't do anything but lose ground. Ultimate sleeper car. Interested in the handling and track experiences so far band dyno and lap times. C'mon Lawrence, please, tell me more!
The ND Miata really is the total package to do this with. Especially the RF body. It’s a perfectly sized package that looks great and has all the modern stuff and some of the best driving dynamics.
Had me at the Bucee's hat. Seriously, though. Great presentation/editing in this video. The passion and intellect this man has will hopefully propel him to great sustainable success. Best of luck to SSSP!
Well, now I gotta take my 94 ls2 Miata for a spin after work today lol! I can’t imagine a cammed ls3 with 3.91s in such a light car. I’m still scared of my factory ls2 with 3.73!
Man oh Man!! You can just see, with the way it behaves, that this is a solid piece of machinery. Just looks amazing and has a prowess that conveys quality all the way! Excellent work, Sir. Something to definitely be proud of... congratulations 👍👍
I got one of FM's very few DIY kits back in 2018/2019, built it myself but with an LS7. I got 517hp at the wheels, so it makes for an interesting ride, that's for sure 😎 Mine gained about 150kg/300lbs but then gained almost 400hp, and the front rear balance hardly shifted at all, still very close to an even 50/50. I'm really amazed how this little car handles all that power with such grace. It's obviously an expensive conversion, but the level of detail and quallity that goes into it are really exceptional, and it really looks, feels and behaves like a factory built car. You could of course compare it to other similar priced modern sports cars, but how many gives you that true sports car feel from a RWD, manually shifted, NA engine car? And you will probably be the only one with such a car at any car meet etc. you show up to. If my numbers are correct, FM built 8 turn key cars including their own, and then sold 4 DIY kits, that's a total of only 12 cars, compare that to any so called limited edition car. And to all of you who has nothing better to do than bashing on this saying that it's not a moden AC Cobra and that it should have had a Ford motor bla bla bla, just go build something your selves instead and have some fun. It's obviously no modern AC Cobra, but it's built with the same philosophy, small light sports car with a big V8. And just for the record, no modern Ford V8 would have ever fitted in the ND like an LS. @Lawrence, thanks, it has been nice chatting 👍
I was fortunate enough to see one of the flying Miata conversion cars, one word, awesome! The detail in the workmanship and the quality of the parts outstanding had a conversation with the owner and while it was a pricey swap not much more than my C8 Corvette!!
i was thinking about this earlier today, that ls-swapping a miata is like what shelby did. so i searched for it and sure enough there's a company doing just that. very cool. hope all is well after the storms you guys just had.
All I can is WOW!!! That is an absolute amazing build. The attention to detail on that build is next to NONE!! It would take me awhile to drive it just because I would be stuck looking at everything done to it. That is an amazing build! 👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@sdlausen1.... 🤦♂️... ya didnt watch the video didya? Miles beyond a "swap and mods." EVERYTHING under the car is BESPOKE to the build and BRAND NEW. Nothing but the control arms from the ND remain.
@@sdlausen1... "worth" involves perspective. If i had 80k to blow, no - I would spend my money differently. Do i think the cost is fair for the build - ABSOLUTELY. LS3 CRATE MOTOR = $10k. Tremec 6060 with custom gearing $7k+, spec built 218mm rear diff $3k+. We are already @ 20k for basic driveline. Custom driveshaft, halfshafts, crossmembers, steering rack. Bespoke fox racing / eibach suspension, exhaust manifolds... brake package HEAT SHIELDING...countless other necessary bits that need fabricating....easily another $15-20k Stiill not a penny paid in labor for actual assembly. $20k left to build it professionally by a dedicated specialist and staff DIRT CHEAP. @ $100hr the whole build must be done in under 200hrs. 1 week for a staff of 5 people @ ZERO BUSINESS PROFIT and no accounting for overhead business costs.
Glad you're continuing the work of the V8 Miata. I hope your business does well and that as a result this is just the first step in a growing business. I don't think that you mentioned the weight, but hopefully it has remained low.
With new cars being so soft and unengaging I’ve been looking at older cars. This is great rendition of an “older” car especially looking to be a Shelby cobra!
I own an RF and I love the fact that it weighs in at around 2,300 pounds. I'm curious what this thing weighs. I don't really think the RF needs a lot more power over about 200 hp. It's a barrel of fun as it comes from the factory.
I've virtually got the same car on GT7. No insurance, damage fixed for free and dangerous curves at Nürburgring are no worry. I'm jealous and could never own the real thing BUT those who do will likely never drive it as hard as a sim racer can... with VR as well!
Love it but were it mine, I’d have to spec wider rear tires. I’m sure it would change the handling characteristics you dialed it in to have, but I would want that Cobra fat-back look to match that primal growl of that LS. Love the approach and vision. Love the sound and the quality look of the work. I’m a fan 👍
I heard from the internet it's about $75k in addition to the cost of a donor car (brand new RF starts at $36k, but I guess you could find a used one for less than that). So all told $100-120k before tax. Maybe a lot higher if my source was off. Which obviously puts it in competition with some big name manufacturer cars like the Z06 and 911 but I think this looks way cooler. The current gen Miata's styling is so underrated IMO, if it were any non-Japanese manufacturer people would be saying it's one of the sexiest cars being sold right now.
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Dude. I have been wondering why Flyin Miata stopped offering that package. Thank you for continuing their legacy on that. I will now refer people to your business.
:)
i think they stopped because of emissions reasons. something about the legal process.
Fucking EPA
how about inline 3 toyota electric assisted turbo areo kit hypermiler
They did a video I think or I read on a forum that they were a small company with a handful of guys and they didn't have the manpower or the time to be doing those big projects for customers so now they stick to smaller work.
Flyin’ Miata is the best thing that’s happened to the 90s car enthusiast world. Can you imagine if every classic platform had that level of passion and engineering behind it?
Way too much time looking at a dude in a chair. Would rather have seen swap details
@@depthsounderdave yeah I stopped watching a minute and a half in lol and thought I’d give FM props first
This thing sounds glorious. I’m sure the shifting from tremec with steering feel and body feedback is unmatched in today’s market.
Agreed!
This is culmination of a man's dream. I'm beyond words the level of admiration I have for this man. He chased a dream and succeeded. The car is absolutely magnificent. He brought the best of both world's together. The Honey Badger logo is sick. I love everything about that car. Cheers to you for creating a work of art sir.
saw a v8 miata years ago and wanted one ever since. So cool
What a little beast this thing is! It was a blast to film and edit this video!
Nice work! 👌
Thanks for your time and work brothaa!!!
Awesome job mate
you should have your production company credits in the description, great job!
I love my 2SS 1LE 6th gen Camaro, but this is the dream. Chevy's LT and LS engines, that sweet Tremec, and the Miata experience all in one - just awesome.
Very cool. Good production value, good story. TBH, it felt very SavageGeese which is meant as a compliment. Excited to see driving impressions.
This comment made my day… I’m a huge fan of them and love their production value. I do the best I can with the tools & time that I have and to even be put in the same ballpark as them is an amazing compliment in my eyes.
Thank you!
I thought the same. They are the absolute pinnacle. I’ve been watching this Channel for years now and this is the best yet.
Incredible news. I'm so glad you kept doing the LS swap. I saw one of these Flying Miata LS swapped cars at the track and it was amazing. I loved the way it was killing the Corvette guys at the track in the straightaways, and they couldn't do anything but lose ground. Ultimate sleeper car. Interested in the handling and track experiences so far band dyno and lap times. C'mon Lawrence, please, tell me more!
This is my end goal dream car. Please stay in business Lawrence. I’ll be seeing ya soon.
Facts ..Same dream 💯
I want one so bad
Y'all straight up shoved a Tyrannosaurus Rex inside a kitten's body!!! Impressive as hell!
That's what she said.
That sounded illegal 😂
The ND Miata really is the total package to do this with. Especially the RF body. It’s a perfectly sized package that looks great and has all the modern stuff and some of the best driving dynamics.
Great car! It's really good that you picked up this program and kept it going. Don't need music over the sound of the car.
This has to be one of the best "resto-mods" around and certainly my new favorite LS-swapped car.
It’s just “mod”, as there is no restoration involved in a new car.
Instead of resto mod, he meant bad azz car! @@pauloakes6952
Love the build, you can see the pride and passion Lawrence puts into these cars.
Its a beautiful build i hope they or someone else have initiatives to open one in Australia
Been a fan of FM for decades. Great to see you taking this to the next level.
This car gives me the feels.
Had me at the Bucee's hat. Seriously, though. Great presentation/editing in this video. The passion and intellect this man has will hopefully propel him to great sustainable success. Best of luck to SSSP!
I’m reading this comment from TX. I’m guessing you also regularly stop at the best rest stop bathrooms ever!!!
@ they’re unmatched for sure!
The Miata is such a phenomenal sports car platform just originally -- - swap a V8 and you have, hands down, a super car killer!!!!
Great video with some really good filming. Looking forward to Quinns review
Thank you!
One of the best tracks and some of the most fantastic driving roads in the northeast
That's one sick mx5... brilliant. John
Well, now I gotta take my 94 ls2 Miata for a spin after work today lol!
I can’t imagine a cammed ls3 with 3.91s in such a light car. I’m still scared of my factory ls2 with 3.73!
Awesome! Like Lawrence said in the video, it’s very snappy…
OMG....what a beast. If only it could be transfered to RHD, I'd love that available here in Australia. Great work!!
Here in Australia people put Barra engines in them.
Not well but they do it
Plenty of Holdens down there eh
Man oh Man!! You can just see, with the way it behaves, that this is a solid piece of machinery. Just looks amazing and has a prowess that conveys quality all the way! Excellent work, Sir. Something to definitely be proud of... congratulations 👍👍
The ND Miata is the pinnacle of style for the Miata.
Every “Cobra” deserves a set of Side Pipes. Looks great and bet it is a blast to drive
I liked the fact, you filmed it in my home state of CT. Lime Rock Park and the streets of Thomaston CT. Nice whip.
A thing of beauty. Does this have auto rev-matching?
Really well done conversion on an ND, must be a blast to drive! The video came out great as well, looking forward to the other 3 videos!
You should get the spyder grill for the front, help out cooling on that big v8
I got one of FM's very few DIY kits back in 2018/2019, built it myself but with an LS7. I got 517hp at the wheels, so it makes for an interesting ride, that's for sure 😎 Mine gained about 150kg/300lbs but then gained almost 400hp, and the front rear balance hardly shifted at all, still very close to an even 50/50. I'm really amazed how this little car handles all that power with such grace. It's obviously an expensive conversion, but the level of detail and quallity that goes into it are really exceptional, and it really looks, feels and behaves like a factory built car. You could of course compare it to other similar priced modern sports cars, but how many gives you that true sports car feel from a RWD, manually shifted, NA engine car? And you will probably be the only one with such a car at any car meet etc. you show up to. If my numbers are correct, FM built 8 turn key cars including their own, and then sold 4 DIY kits, that's a total of only 12 cars, compare that to any so called limited edition car. And to all of you who has nothing better to do than bashing on this saying that it's not a moden AC Cobra and that it should have had a Ford motor bla bla bla, just go build something your selves instead and have some fun. It's obviously no modern AC Cobra, but it's built with the same philosophy, small light sports car with a big V8. And just for the record, no modern Ford V8 would have ever fitted in the ND like an LS.
@Lawrence, thanks, it has been nice chatting 👍
I was fortunate enough to see one of the flying Miata conversion cars, one word, awesome! The detail in the workmanship and the quality of the parts outstanding had a conversation with the owner and while it was a pricey swap not much more than my C8 Corvette!!
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Do not forgot about the 12 FLYIN MIATA factory built turn-key NA -types....
I can’t imagine how fun this is to drive
It's a great looking car with the targa. Worthy of the conversion.
Awesome work man! I’m a VW/American Muscle car guy and have always wanted to see someone give this car the power it deserves. Bravo!
awesome ! Finally a real motor in this car
Gonna need all the b roll you got on this monster! What a beauty!
It would be interesting if Mazda dropped that inline 6 turbo they have in the cx90 into an mx5. Not as fast as an LS, but would be pretty quick.
I have a 2017 FIAT 124... Would that work as a donor car?
i was thinking about this earlier today, that ls-swapping a miata is like what shelby did. so i searched for it and sure enough there's a company doing just that. very cool. hope all is well after the storms you guys just had.
If I were a man of wealth, I wouldn’t absolutely get one of these
Seems like one of the funnest driving experiences
It is something else for sure!
Dream Car, glad to see all that work FM did found a home! Looks like Lawrence has made it his own in many ways. Can't wait to see that bell for more!
It is actually insane hearing this sound out of a Miata - thank you for sharing!
Bravo, the old time philosophy of doing it right and thorough the FIRST time. You, sir, have become a craftsman of boutique sports cars.
Way more daily driver that a cobra ever would be. Thumbs up.
All I can is WOW!!! That is an absolute amazing build. The attention to detail on that build is next to NONE!! It would take me awhile to drive it just because I would be stuck looking at everything done to it. That is an amazing build! 👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Very well done video, I’ll have to go to Sarasota and check it out, maybe do my own little review video
This is incredible, I would love to pick up one off these in my life time!
It's certainly a very special car!
this car, streetlegal for german roads... that's a dream.
Two dreams in one car, an american V8 and a Miata... oh god... i just fall in love❤
@@renek3840 My car has a European Union approval, it should be possible to register in any EU member state. It might be for sale.
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Traum wahr machen!
OH MY GOD this sounds so sick wow ! beautiful job
I could probably never afford one, but if I had the money to spend on a really cool car - this would be the one! 😁
very likable guy
I think you have built every guy’s dream car. Much success to you.
Cannot wait for more content on this
Fantastic video. Absolutely LOVE that someone picked up the v8 miata market
Incredible! How much would a basic conversion cost?
Starts around $60k
@@md93-z5e it's $60k + you providing a Miata???? If so, that's quite expensive for an LS swap and mods.
@@sdlausen1.... 🤦♂️... ya didnt watch the video didya? Miles beyond a "swap and mods." EVERYTHING under the car is BESPOKE to the build and BRAND NEW. Nothing but the control arms from the ND remain.
@@Hondatsun_Dan you think this car is worth $80k
@@sdlausen1... "worth" involves perspective. If i had 80k to blow, no - I would spend my money differently. Do i think the cost is fair for the build - ABSOLUTELY. LS3 CRATE MOTOR = $10k. Tremec 6060 with custom gearing $7k+, spec built 218mm rear diff $3k+. We are already @ 20k for basic driveline. Custom driveshaft, halfshafts, crossmembers, steering rack. Bespoke fox racing / eibach suspension, exhaust manifolds... brake package HEAT SHIELDING...countless other necessary bits that need fabricating....easily another $15-20k Stiill not a penny paid in labor for actual assembly. $20k left to build it professionally by a dedicated specialist and staff DIRT CHEAP. @ $100hr the whole build must be done in under 200hrs. 1 week for a staff of 5 people @ ZERO BUSINESS PROFIT and no accounting for overhead business costs.
Good God. I have a 2022 Black ND RF 3000mi garage queen. Can only dream to transform it into that "thing"...🥰
This styling Miata is just great. Miata with the hard top really looks like an aggressive sports car.
Glad you're continuing the work of the V8 Miata. I hope your business does well and that as a result this is just the first step in a growing business. I don't think that you mentioned the weight, but hopefully it has remained low.
If it's anything like most V8 miatas, they generally only gain a few hundred pounds over stock and become slightly front biased.
This is glorious. I hope to own one one day. The 5.3 with Tremec in this body is just...choice....
Whats the cost and lead time?
This is a thing of beauty. How is the balance, and how much does it weigh post-conversion?
52 / 48 +appr. 120kg ( LS / Tremec/ Diff / Stiff)
Great video! Good luck to Lawrence!
With new cars being so soft and unengaging I’ve been looking at older cars. This is great rendition of an “older” car especially looking to be a Shelby cobra!
Love it man. Great work
The V8 Bullet mazda was a limited edition production made in QLD Australia in 1999 .
Are you able to share the approximate cost for the conversion?
You could buy an ND Miata, a 5th gen Camaro SS, and have enough money left over to buy another ND Miata, and another Camaro SS.
So about 50 thousand Canadian?
I thought it was about $70k usd w/o the car
Looks lush,lovely sound and looks well designed and locked together. I have this model with 184 but your model is a dream. No chance in Uk sadly!
Where are you driving that car in the video? That is not Sarasota Florida.
This guy makes really classy builds, epic!!
That car is gorgeous
Of course it's rocking a Florida plate! 🤣❤
I'm over in Lakeland.
I own an RF and I love the fact that it weighs in at around 2,300 pounds. I'm curious what this thing weighs. I don't really think the RF needs a lot more power over about 200 hp. It's a barrel of fun as it comes from the factory.
I too want to know weight and balance change,
and maybe price range… a thoroughly prepared and tight car clearly deserves a non-dyi premium
This is one hot miata 🔥🌶 sick build this guy and company are offering
Very impressive; and thanks for your service
Man, I'm right across Rt 60 on the other coast from you. I know where to go when I get my next car. That car is exactly what I want
Sounds incredible !
How much to get this done. What ball park are we talking about here ?
What an absolutely phenomenal Car. It sounds so good. 😻
Have they made the fuel tank larger? The old 351 Ford transplants had a range of about 100 miles.
this is amazing! how much would a conversion like this one cost?
Sidepipes would be so cool
Miata go WHEEEEEEEEEE
All power to you sir. Would love to see a transaxle conversion one day.
I've virtually got the same car on GT7. No insurance, damage fixed for free and dangerous curves at Nürburgring are no worry. I'm jealous and could never own the real thing BUT those who do will likely never drive it as hard as a sim racer can... with VR as well!
Is that the little track in the infield at lime Rock Park in CT?
Yes it is, the FCP Euro Proving Grounds
Beautiful machine!
Man you must have a 50 lb flywheel that thing's revs are so sluggish. Sounds AMAZING though, sweet very well-done swap!
Love it but were it mine, I’d have to spec wider rear tires. I’m sure it would change the handling characteristics you dialed it in to have, but I would want that Cobra fat-back look to match that primal growl of that LS. Love the approach and vision. Love the sound and the quality look of the work. I’m a fan 👍
Car is awesome.
Best of luck in this venture !
Awesome man. Truly awesome. I want one so bad.
Whats the weight distribution, can you put larger tires and most importantly whats the trackability?
Nice clean installation.
Production quality on this video was 💪 👏✊🔥. SavageGeese-level perfection, as another poster stated.
How much for an example like the one shown? What's the realistic build window to turn key delivery?
This is sick, curious on the total cost?
I heard from the internet it's about $75k in addition to the cost of a donor car (brand new RF starts at $36k, but I guess you could find a used one for less than that). So all told $100-120k before tax. Maybe a lot higher if my source was off. Which obviously puts it in competition with some big name manufacturer cars like the Z06 and 911 but I think this looks way cooler. The current gen Miata's styling is so underrated IMO, if it were any non-Japanese manufacturer people would be saying it's one of the sexiest cars being sold right now.
Awesome stuff brother. Love the buccees hat