Happy Sunday everyone! This Miata SS is the REAL DEAL V8 powered sports car. There is much more to it though than just sticking a big engine in it. Make sure to really watch for all of the custom & balanced parts that come together to create this amazing vehicle. Of course, hold n for the ON THROTTLE experience! It will blow your mind! Let me know your honest thoughts about it in the comments section!
@@RaitisRides Didn't think of that, but yes, that too. My wife has a Fiat Spider, which is essentially the same car. It's a bit of a dog as is but I couldn't imagine it with over 400 HP to the wheels.
It costs right around $30k for a 2025 Mazda Miata MX-5 and this mod costs about $60k for it to reach the approx $90k final price tag. So the modification is double the price of the car at the dealership. LOL
It's not just a simple, bolt-on mod though.....so many changes including suspension set-up, wheel toe/camber angles, drive-train upgrades. All those adjustments require extensive knowledge, skill & experience.
Never going to happen. The Miata is tiny. This is purely a turnkey project. You'll never see a major automaker do this to a car the size of the Miata. Not to mention "muh environment" laws won't be too happy with how not-so-green a V8 Miata would be.
@RaitisRides come on Joe, they got the Straight 6 Turbo. Mate it to a stick. It's already configured for rear wheel drive. Lose that mild Hybrid. Could be out in 3 years.
They would if it would make them money. Probably no market for this car specifically. Especially with the rebranding of Mazda to be more of a luxury brand on the cheaper side
I've seen these V8 Miatas before floating on forums. It's amazing to see it back. If I had the money, I would 1000000000% send my own Miata to the guys that did this. Only time I've seen a V8 Miata in person was ONCE here in NY. Sadly, I never got to ask the guy driving it where he got the swap from, but it was in a gutted, white Miata that had a rollcage. It sounded like a gt500, which was hilarious.
JESUS CHRIST! I actually found myself smiling and laughing like I was the one driving that thing! No other automotive UA-camr has the genuine heart and enthusiasm that you and Matt Moran do. The huge smiles and laughs. Watching that thing pull away reminded me of why I always loved the LS swapped Miatas. They are the modern Cobras! Thank you for another awesome video. And thank you for your good heart and making me smile as I’m actually mourning the loss of my best friend. He used to call me nuts with cars and he would’ve called me nuts with the way I would drive this thing.❤
Joe already reviewed the other Miata's from the past several years, he just wanted another excuse to drive it! Picking up mine next year when my lease is up on my current ride.
I just heard Joe has 5 Miata’s going to SS performance running V8s that will gap anything on the road. I need nos, you know what I need 2 of the big ones. And I need them by tonight.
Absolutely love this beasty! I would have to get rid of the SS badges though.... reminds me of GMs worst days throwing SS badges on cheapo FWD cars like Cobalt's, Monte's and Malibu's.
Love the video, love the idea of a v8 mx5. Always wanted a regular one hahaha. Not sure about the 93k even though it’s all custom made. That’s pretty insane.
That thing would be the ultimate Canyon carver. If you have the money that would be a pretty cool buy, and I like that it's a complete well-balanced package. 🙂
Joe, long time subscriber and owner of a ‘21 RF Club BBR….is this the most fun you’ve ever had in a car? I’ve see you in some pretty exotic cars but can’t remember you enjoying yourself this much. Question: does the $93k include the car or is it $93k after you send them your car to convert?
I burst out laughing when I heard that engine fire up! That car is insane! There really should be a drivers test before they hand over the keys to that car……and do not drive it in the rain!
Happy Sunday everyone! This Miata SS is the REAL DEAL V8 powered sports car. There is much more to it though than just sticking a big engine in it. Make sure to really watch for all of the custom & balanced parts that come together to create this amazing vehicle. Of course, hold n for the ON THROTTLE experience! It will blow your mind! Let me know your honest thoughts about it in the comments section!
See Dodge? If a Miata can get the V8, then so could the Charger!!
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425tell me about it!
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425Dodge is dodging v8s
I was waiting for that 911 gt3 laugh to come out. I was not dissapointed. 😂👍
Incredible.
Only in 2025 we have a Mercedes C63 with a V4 cylinder electrified and a Mazda Miata with a V8 cylinder. Upside down World we live in!
It really is nuts!
V8 miatas have been around for many years
I4 but yes you're right
Things I didn’t know I needed: a V8 Miata.
I know right! What a special driving experienece!
They existed on the ND1, but obviously not very common.
Damn, you need to get out more 😂
It's 2025 and you're just now realizing this? Get out from under the rock.
Yep
That's what I'm talking about! Your sheer joy came through loud and clear.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
The Ultimate Sleeper right there. Would be a blast to just drive it around and surprise the heck out of people.
Especially with a nice cold start
@@RaitisRides Didn't think of that, but yes, that too. My wife has a Fiat Spider, which is essentially the same car. It's a bit of a dog as is but I couldn't imagine it with over 400 HP to the wheels.
@@FLEXjsit’s like jumping to warp speed
Haha I was smiling so big watching you run through the gears in this! So glad you got to take this for a spin Joe, it’s definitely a wild ride!
Closest thing you're going to get to a modern day Cobra without actually going to Factory 5
*This is insane. 93K is ridiculous but watching the on-throttle experience... idk, maybe worth it for some folks.*
If you have the dough and want something unique this would be a damn good option.
Spot on. Gotta get cruise and washer fluid though, crazy it doesn't have either
@@artoodeetoo3064they will have the squared aware very soon
93k would bankrupt me
Ss is the Singer (Porsche) for miatas
I never thought I would watch a review of a f**kin Mazda Miata.
It costs right around $30k for a 2025 Mazda Miata MX-5 and this mod costs about $60k for it to reach the approx $90k final price tag. So the modification is double the price of the car at the dealership. LOL
It's not just a simple, bolt-on mod though.....so many changes including suspension set-up, wheel toe/camber angles, drive-train upgrades. All those adjustments require extensive knowledge, skill & experience.
Hopefully Mazda is Watching this. They have the technology. They can build it.
If only it was that easy
Never going to happen. The Miata is tiny. This is purely a turnkey project. You'll never see a major automaker do this to a car the size of the Miata. Not to mention "muh environment" laws won't be too happy with how not-so-green a V8 Miata would be.
@RaitisRides come on Joe, they got the Straight 6 Turbo. Mate it to a stick. It's already configured for rear wheel drive. Lose that mild Hybrid. Could be out in 3 years.
Hell I'd take a straight 6 or even the 2.5
They would if it would make them money. Probably no market for this car specifically. Especially with the rebranding of Mazda to be more of a luxury brand on the cheaper side
I miss the days when sports cars used to be small...cars today have gotten so big now...I love a small sportscar
Huh?
You must be quite young.
Before the world went SUV/CUV nuts, cars were bigger. Vehicles got smaller in the early 80s.
Ya know it's a serious engine swap when the hood rubs the intake shroud! What a beast!
I've seen these V8 Miatas before floating on forums. It's amazing to see it back. If I had the money, I would 1000000000% send my own Miata to the guys that did this. Only time I've seen a V8 Miata in person was ONCE here in NY. Sadly, I never got to ask the guy driving it where he got the swap from, but it was in a gutted, white Miata that had a rollcage. It sounded like a gt500, which was hilarious.
I bet it was a wild ride!
I have never put 2 comments. This thing is freaking AWESOME Joe!
Thanks man! I am loving it!
These things about to gap hellcats and 5.0's
You better believe it!
This ride I'm sure is terrifying 😂
Please. That thing isn’t gapping no one. Especially not a Mustang 😒😒
@@virgo9056does a 6.2 camaro gap those cars? when you have half the weight of a camaro it sure does
@@au86717 he's talking with his ❤️ instead of his brain.
What a sleeper!!! Bet it could surprise a lot of Mustangs at the stop lights.
You better believe it
Actually I think everyone would love this little sports car.
So appealing to the eye.
Yes indeed very aesthetically pleasing.
I’d like to see Mazda’s inline 6 shoehorned into this also.
HNY Joe and Lori!!!! Looking forward to all your car review videos in 2025!!!!
The future of cars for enthusiasts will be built like this. This is the thing dreams are made of.🤩
Hey Joe I can tell you had fun driving that car. A v8 manual shelf you were a kid in a candy store. Great review Joe.👍🏾😀
It's definitely a wild ride!
JESUS CHRIST! I actually found myself smiling and laughing like I was the one driving that thing! No other automotive UA-camr has the genuine heart and enthusiasm that you and Matt Moran do. The huge smiles and laughs. Watching that thing pull away reminded me of why I always loved the LS swapped Miatas. They are the modern Cobras! Thank you for another awesome video. And thank you for your good heart and making me smile as I’m actually mourning the loss of my best friend. He used to call me nuts with cars and he would’ve called me nuts with the way I would drive this thing.❤
it looks well made for a sleeper
You are so right about that
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 💯
It's a modern Cobra!
You got that right
V8 GT is still KING!
Oh yeah
Sounds Awesome! I would take one in a heartbeat!
You great taste
Really stunned? A little guy with a big heart? For a moment I thought it just 4 cylinder….OMG v8?!!!!..
If I won the lottery, this i the car i would buy.
This is like a sleeper car!
Until you hear it 😂
And then be gapped by it 😂
@@TheSpeedDemon64you got that right
Wow that sounds heavenly! Love the MX-5 RF! I have a 2020 RF GT I absolutely love it, it's the perfect combination of beauty and performance
I'm glad you enjoy your RF!
@@RaitisRides Thanks Joe and thank you for all the great content you give to all of us.
Dude, you are the man! Thank you for an amazing video! What an automobile. You rock for really showing us what it really is like to drive it :)
Did they just lower the red line in a Miata?😅
I have had a lot of cars in my 50 years. MX5 ND1 was the least powerful, but the most fun! We are planning to get ND2 back in our lives:)
Now that sounds like a great plan
24:02 That sound haunts my dreams… I have a slow leak in one of my mx5s tires lol
You are hilarious
this are the type of cars that lets you know if you can drive or not wish my brz ts 2020 ad this much power but i like light weight
God bless you. Miata v8 the monster car of the year
I agree with uou
This would decimate all
You are right about yhat
I’m just confused on how this “2025” comes with the nd2 infotainment screen lol
i mean, you ca n LS swap anything.
Wow! I love Mazdas and Chevy power trains. Crazy you can fit a Camaro power train under that hood. CRAZY AWESOME!! Thanks for sharing Joe!
You are so very welcome
Do they do this conversion for Toyota Tacoma's as well?
That’s a great question
@@RaitisRides Yeah cause if they do they'll have a new customer in me.
Got here pretty early. How’s everyone’s weekend been so far?
Thank for your dedication at that is so awesome of you to say!
Relaxing. Hope yours was good
@@notfamos That is so great to hear!
@@notfamos been good, chilling mostly. Got MLK off tomorrow so theres that
Great! Looking forward to Monday and the next 4 years!
Great review Joe.
Beautiful work boys 👌
I appreciate you saying that.
Throw some side-pipes on it and you almost have a baby Shelby Daytona.
Joe already reviewed the other Miata's from the past several years, he just wanted another excuse to drive it! Picking up mine next year when my lease is up on my current ride.
Did I miss the 0-60 time?
If Mazda made the Miata a V8 I would definitely buy one!
You won’t be the only one
I just heard Joe has 5 Miata’s going to SS performance running V8s that will gap anything on the road. I need nos, you know what I need 2 of the big ones. And I need them by tonight.
I ain't cutting her loose tonight
There is something great about a small light car, a magic. I guess I would take this over a Vette.
18:59 The look on Joes face should let you know how fast this car is
Hmmm….can an srt hellcat engine fit in there?🤔
Probably not. It's taller with that supercharger. I don't even know if you can get a hood that would let it fit.
Need a miata with something better than the 2.0L from the factory for sure. This is insane and i love it
V8 Miata? Oh hell yes!!
I had a feeling you would be down with this one David
A SS Miata? A master twisty bitter 😁
I like the way you put that!
Absolutely love this beasty! I would have to get rid of the SS badges though.... reminds me of GMs worst days throwing SS badges on cheapo FWD cars like Cobalt's, Monte's and Malibu's.
I’m sure they would be more than happy not to put one on yours
The V8’s sound is perfect. If the price were about $20k less with a real warranty, this might get some sales.
Joe, I want one
Love the video, love the idea of a v8 mx5. Always wanted a regular one hahaha. Not sure about the 93k even though it’s all custom made. That’s pretty insane.
That thing would be the ultimate Canyon carver. If you have the money that would be a pretty cool buy, and I like that it's a complete well-balanced package. 🙂
Sunday treat!
This is way more desirable than any other new sports car.
“HAIR STRAIGHT BACK” eh big Joe? Wild. I want one.
Imagine doing wheelies with drag slicks on the dragstrip with this thing.
That would be pure insanity
Joe, long time subscriber and owner of a ‘21 RF Club BBR….is this the most fun you’ve ever had in a car? I’ve see you in some pretty exotic cars but can’t remember you enjoying yourself this much. Question: does the $93k include the car or is it $93k after you send them your car to convert?
We need this in Australia, mate.
THE CRAZIEST MIATA EVER! This feels like from Forza lol.
I’m glad that I could share it with you
My hometown! 🤣Great car! Keep up the tremendous work!
Imagine cams with this bad boy
Nsanity would make for a good license plate for that one. What a sound.
That thing is sick.
Man I wish I could afford one, that thing is SWEET
I burst out laughing when I heard that engine fire up! That car is insane! There really should be a drivers test before they hand over the keys to that car……and do not drive it in the rain!
What about the weight distribution? Is it nose heavy?
Yes, until I heard the price. No thanks
It sounds fantastic
Music to my ears
Joe, is this the BEST car youve ever driven??
That’s hard to say! Probably the most unique and exhilarating
This thing is lit and is calling my name. Mr Raiti say my name say my name 👺
Hey Joe its Mo ..No settings needed its automatically 70 percent engine 30 percent car
How long is the warranty from Serasota?
A manly Horn👌👏👏😂😂😂
Heck yeah! That is very important Shane!
I think those burnout marks along that last road segment were yours:)
Back in the 70’s one of my friends had a bass boat yellow Vega wagon with a V8, and it was scary..lol😂
Those were the days
Clean build. I want two 😅
Well, I hate to break it to you, but Flyin' Miata has done it long time ago!
That’s ridiculous like the power to weight ratio is going to be borderline hellcat
Hell yeah great review ❤. Mazda muscle on throttle keeping it real 🏁👍
Very cool…I wonder if it smog compliant now?
That’s a great questiom
Looks like the engine is rubbing against the hood, can see the friction marks.
Based on Joe’s smile and constant laughter, this should be the next addition to Raiti’s Rides garage! 😊 Haha! Posted just prior to 25:53 😂
A Modern Day Cobra. Wow!
You hit the nail on the head
Back in the day they used the 5.0 for the Miata.
tfw when you launch so hard, you hit the end of the road! 🤣 this car is life goal material 👍
I know right!
I want it, that's what I think about it.
Sounds good to me
Love Miatas ❤
You have great taste!
Beautiful car . ❤❤❤❤ Great Quality. Super reliable.
I'm in love ❤. I thought I wanted a LC 500 until this. Sheesh!
I know how you feel about that one
Umm, Joe, also with Mazda calling this the SS Super sport, does Chevy technically have the right to that badge only?
That’s a great question. I’m not sure how Sarasota Super Sport Performance worked that out. I’m glad they did though