Is The MK3 WORTHY Of The Name MX-5? | NC Build EP01
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- Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
- Everyone thinks the MX-5 MK3 sucks. The original MK1/MK2 chassis was in production for over 15 years and was going to be a hard act to follow. The MK3 was a huge departure in styling which proved divisive upon release. To this day, it still doesn't receive much love, even from die-hard MX-5 fans. With that in mind, we take our freshly imported JDM Mazda MX-5 MK3 to our local track. We have one goal in mind: finding out if the NC is a real MX-5.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:23 Introducing our NC
01:16 Detailing the paint
03:12 Road review
09:44 Driving the track
12:09 Setting a lap
13:44 Lap time
13:53 Is the NC a real MX-5
15:49 Our plans
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Thank You, Thank You, Thank You BOFI Racing! Finally the MK3 gets a fair review and the attention it richly deserves. Those of us who own MK3s already know how good they are and I’ll be watching for the updates! Well done guys.
We can't wait to get our teeth into it, it's going to be a riot!
i know im a bit late but im a new NC owner (its the only one i fit in) and idk how a car could be bettsr. Its only a 1.8 but its quick enough for my forst sports car
Mk3's were always the ginger step child on MX-5's, good to see them getting a bit of love at last.
Definitely, people who hate on them have never driven one. Modded ones look so badass, especially NC2s and NC3s
@@BOFIRacingTV check out the NC1 with the mazdaspeed bumpers and skirts, might change your mind
Unloved NC's? Have you seen the recent price rises, I paid £5k for mine 4 years ago, NC2 59 plate. I'd love an NC3 but the values have gone mental.
@@waynesimpson2074
To be fair all used car prices have gone mental the nc isn't the only one
After 6 years in the wilderness...
I just spunked 10k on a kuro
Edition. A couple of years back,
Could have got it for 6. A point
Comes when you have to say,
Fuck it ! The combustion engine
Is coming to an end. Enjoy it while
You can. 👍
Enjoyed the video as an nc owner... but where are the follow ups? Checked your channel and no further episodes.
I was on the verge of buying a boxster 987 2.7 and then I took a drive in 10 plate 2.0 sport and absolutely loved the way you can ring it out and really enjoy the twitchy rear end that was easy to control
We love em!
Would love to see an update video on the NC
I love my NC! It every bit as nice as my Mk1 is !
I love Mary, but the NC is just so damn good!
I love my '06 mk3 Its a pleasure to drive everyday when im driving for pleasure or commuting. I personally don't plan on moding it past what I already done (35mm lower coil overs + duck tail spoiler which I regret having on it :D) Would like to throw a catback exhaust on it at somepoint but in due time. Great video. Nice to see mk3 love
Hoorah!! At last a man under 6'5" who isnt complaining about lack of headroom lol. Great cars, cant say enough good things about them sitting as i am in mine and reflecting on the fact that ive just driven it every day for three years and as well as being a great car to drive it has also been one hundred percent reliable.
I am waiting like a child! Got the 1.8 and it is brilliant!
8X Car and Driver Top 10 -- more than any other MX-5
I'm excited to see this build ! I love my NC and it's a pleasure to see the NC get some love
Aww yeah we need some Head2Head NA NC content soon to show how good it is!
Just in time when work finishes ;) Reminder set- can't wait! :D
⏰ we're ready to go!
No one:
No living soul:
Bofi: WE GOIN MOTORBOAT RACING
🚤 bwaaaaaaa
BOFI IS BACK! I knew it was going to be a good day.
😍 Thanks Andrew!
Many of you may have failed to notice that the huge juggernauts are slowly disappearing from our roads Replaced by predominately small cars ( mostly hatchbacks ). But other small practical little cars like the MX5’s
My prediction here, Good MX5s low mileage ones, are going to go up in value in the next year or so. ( by much more than you would imagine ) The coming financial “ Pinch “ will skyrocket them into far higher prices, Probably 25% more…. Just my opinion here ….
Cant wait! :D
About time!!
🤩
So happy to see a new vid!
💪 more to come!
Love that colour combination 😍
That was sooo sooo good to watch. Amazing content!
Thank you so much!
So glad you guys are bring back the content.
Wouldn't have put money in the first vid being an NC though
Thanks James, we like a bit of shock and awe 😁
Great video & welcome back to YT 😎
Thanks, lots more videos and they'll just get better and better!
Great to have you guys making content again
Thank you 🙏
I've had an NA loved it have had two NC's love em. Have driven ND great. Zoom zooming. No body should be unhappy they are fun.
Great to see you back. Sounds like an exciting series, can't wait to see the results. 👍
Thank you ☺️ we're hyped
Great new video. Was hoping to see more content on the channel :)
Cheers Andrew!
Buzzing!! I was gutted when BOFI stopped posting videos.. glad to have you back!
Thanks, we're glad to be back!
Nice work lads! I loved my tweaked grey and tan NC. Controversial, I prefer the looks of the NC1 over the others. See you all at Llandow 2022.
Thanks Nick! Everyone needs at least one weird kink, and yours is the NC1
I own an NC1 (galaxy grey) that I really like, but consider the NC3 the best looking one.
So exited you guys are back!! Been too long! 🔥
Ages, over a year! Way too long
Top job boys
Thanks 😁
Thanks guys, am stoked to see
An nc build on your channel. Have
Had an nc2 for a while. Stick with it.
Really great content. Technical
Knowledge is first rate. Go on,
Give us another one. 👍👊
Loving having the videos back! Pumped for this series... Had a play with some nc2 bbr turbos (stage 1 and stage 2) at Blyton Park the other day and wow... They're capable!
Thanks Josh! Those who know, know. We're on a mission to convince everyone else 😂
just got into my first nc. Ive had an nb previously. Im really happy with mine. Looking forward to this series for sure.
Glad you like it too! We love it
Nb is only mx5 I haven't driven how do feel about the nc compared to the nb
@@stat1865 My NB was really nice, but the NC definitely feels more sorted. But then my NC has better coil overs than my NB had. But for me that extra bit of go, the limited slip diff, it's just a more sorted car. Especially when pushing on a bit. The traction control is dopey AF but that just gets turned off anyway. But yea more controllable and more eager than the NB. And controversially I think its the best looking MX5 since the NA and to date. But then I like Land Rovers too hahaha. The NB felt like a heavy and slightly frumpy NA, the NC feels heavier but because of the extra power the weight isn't to its detriment its far more predictable and intuitive to drive.
@@Radingtonbear
I has an nc didn't like it but it was a standard 1.8, would like to drive an nc that's set up properly, had 2 1990 jdm imports before and loved them, if I go back to mx5 think I will have to be na again loved them, treated myself to an s2000 couple months back can't see me ever selling it
@@Radingtonbear
Cheers, I still really want to drive an nb appreciate your review
Buzzing for this series - “racing driver excuses” made me laugh a lot
😂 there were plenty
Can't wait to see what you do with her. Give me inspo for my NC drift car 😁
You're going to love it 😁
Oh yes love nc mods, can't wait to see it evolve
We can't wait either!
Awesome channel. Just bought an NB for the track. These videos are helpful
I can't wait for the next episode!!!!!!!
Never liked the NC, but I must say a lap or two at Curby and this video is starting to convince me... I just can't get on board with the looks, but for a drivers car it certainly is appealing.
A std Mk1 looks crap too 😂 thanks for watching!
@@BOFIRacingTV no way, the MK1 is iconic! I agree you can make it look much better, but it doesn't take as much effort as an NC1. I am starting to look past the exterior though, it's a fun car to drive.
I didn't like the looks of my NC1 that much, but some black racing stripes (on galaxy grey), black Oz racing wheels and tinted tail lights worked wonders.
Nice to see you back!! Keep up the good work 🤘
Thank you!
Now we're talking!!! Love my Mk3 If you need some bash/jack bars just holla :)
glad you're back! I like these a lot. The prices are too high in germany tho imo
Thanks! They were here too but bargains are starting to appear. NAs and NBs are becoming too expensive!
@@BOFIRacingTV this vid just got recommened to me again and i felt like i needed to update this comment :)
Just bought myself a 2 liter 6 speed nc1 a few months ago for a great price. Such a joy to drive, amazing daily!
Great vid, looking forward to seeing you develop this.
Gonna be goood, we're going to find the limit of something, that's for sure. Gearbox? Maybe. My driving ability? Definitely 😅
Styling of the MK1 fits the car personality the best being focused on “classy” instead of “sporty’.
It is not a power house that races in straight lines.
It’s made to be enjoyed.
You can make it as fast without inviting people to beat you at traffic lights. Again it’s a Miata thing
Now that NA/NB prices are rising, here comes the NC redemption arc... Never watched an NC build but based on random Instagram recommendations they have as much potential as any other generation.
We sure hope so! It's honestly amazing to drive. With good NC1s available for less than £2.5k they should be on everyone's list that wants an MX-5.
Looking forward to some mk3 action👍
You and me both!
I have a BBR Super200 NC1. And it is amazing.
Missed you guys
😊
I sold my nc1 and miss it, set it up for track and it was fast! Highly recommend
So much faster than an NA or NB stock for stock, we love it
Awesome be good to see if you do turbo at a decent price, can’t wait for next instalment 👍👍👍
Hey Simon, we'll release a full kit off the back of the build series, as we'll be solving all the issues as we come across them!
@@BOFIRacingTV Brilliant, I’ll keep watching , hopefully it’ll work out substantially cheaper than one in particular that’s out there, I’ve had a 2008 NC for 3 years with 180 remap , piper filter and manifold, H&R springs, EBC disks with yellow stuff pads, i go on track when I can although great fun it needs extra power/torque to compete against some other vehicles. Exciting times for NC owners 👍👍👍👍
Great intro, subscribed, cheers!
Thanks for the sub ♥️
what happened to this "series", 1 episode and that was it?? was actually very excited for this... :((
Great video, I love 99% of mine except for the notchy gear changes. Which oil is in yours? Is there anything else added? I'm in Australia, the fabled Ford unicorn tears isn't available here and I wondered if you had any tips on gear oils. TIA!
Looking forward to seeing what you do with yours compared to mine!
Yeah! What are your plans?
@@BOFIRacingTV Ah, that's a secret ;) however, it's obviously getting a welder and being taken drifting!
hands down the best bumper would be the mazdaspeed front bumper for the nc1, transforms the car
They are super cool
*Have always liked the MX5 and used to work with the UK press fleet when they were released back in the late 80's. I used to love driving them when they were new. Am about to buy my first NC as a budget track car that I can also drive on the roads here in Cornwall. I've paid less than the cost of a set of tyres for my old E46 M3 so am looking forward to doing some basic mods to make it look and drive as I want. Suspension is first on the list I think. Any suggestions? When is the next video coming on this build?*
When is the next video of this build series?
Does this mean your going to have a tubo kit available for these cars in the future ;) ?
MK3
as a nb1 owner i prefer the nc1 looks over nc2
#unpopularopinions
As an NC1 owner, my preference looks-wise would be: NC3 > NC1 > NC2.
Really? You are the first person I've heard say that. 🤯
Wax on, wax off…😜
💦 so good
The difference in weight from NB to NC is... 17 kg.
People say around 100, but they changed the way the weight was considered
Nice review. But when you say “it fits me,” it would be helpful to know how tall “me” is.
Has anybody had problems with weak bottom ends on nc?
Come on then, what’s the update on the mk3? It’s been 9 months!
When is this happening
What happened to the build with this one? Any more videos to come?
Best of all time. Boat... I think not... john
part 2?
Soon...
When EP02?
Hi, what track is this?
It's Bedford autodrome.
6:13 It looks like you swerve to hit the cyclists lol.
Death Race 2021 😈
The front of the car is not his best part. But I prefere the NC1 over NC2 and 3
NCs are for tall people. Its a mx5 just like the others
sigh, a lot of wrong info in this video... i'll sub, but you guys had better start getting things correct.
MX-5 NC Wssh Porn, LOL
As a former NB and current NC2 owner I can say the NC is superior in every way IMO. I came across this build series looking forward to seeing the progress but it looks like you’ve given up? WTH man?