A custom car builder has transformed a classic Mazda MX-5 into a high-performance restomod by installing a powerful V6 engine, boosting its output to over 300 horsepower. The modification retains the original car’s lightweight, balanced handling while delivering performance that rivals many modern sports cars. Unlike aggressive builds that alter a vehicle’s character, this project emphasizes preserving the MX-5’s iconic driving dynamics. The result challenges expectations of what a retro sports car can achieve under the hood.
Rocketeer turns the overlooked Mazda MX-5 NC into a 304-horsepower V6 restomod, keeping the factory balance while undercutting many new sports cars.
