2003 Mazdaspeed Protege
10-14-2010, 08:59 PM
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2003 Mazdaspeed Protege 2003 Mazdaspeed Protege #990
Color: Black Mica
Engine: FSDE 2.0 Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Miles: 107,xxx and Climbing
VIN: JM1BJ227630643565
This MSP is a fun, little car. It EASILY gets 30MPG every tank and is very quick with all the modifications done. It tracks straight, brakes well, and corners hard. The best thing about this car is that you pay regular Protege insurance costs without driving a regular Protege. This car has never let me down and is VERY reliable. I make hour long trips to and from Houston four times weekly and it doesn't hesitate one bit.
Engine Modifications:
Suspension Modifications:
Interior Modifications:
Exterior Modifications:
Other New Parts:
Issues That will be Addressed Before Sale:
Extra Included Parts:
Parts Available for Extra Cost:
WILL GET MORE PICTURES OF THE CAR AFTER IT'S DETAILED
I'm looking for $10,000
Color: Black Mica
Engine: FSDE 2.0 Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Miles: 107,xxx and Climbing
VIN: JM1BJ227630643565
This MSP is a fun, little car. It EASILY gets 30MPG every tank and is very quick with all the modifications done. It tracks straight, brakes well, and corners hard. The best thing about this car is that you pay regular Protege insurance costs without driving a regular Protege. This car has never let me down and is VERY reliable. I make hour long trips to and from Houston four times weekly and it doesn't hesitate one bit.
Engine Modifications:
- Forged Motor (Have Receipts) - Crank, Rods, 8.5-1 Compression Pistons
- Ported Head with Corksport Cams and 1mm over-sized valves (Have Receipts)
- Stock T25 Turbo (Seals are good)
- 3" Turbo-back exhaust (Nice Tone)
- New ATP Wastegate (Holds a steady 6lbs. of boost)
- GIANT Front Mount Intercooler
- AEM Wideband
- Recent Timing Belt and Water Pump (Have Receipts)
- Exedy Stage 2 Clutch
- Welded LSD
- Walbro 255 Fuel Pump
Suspension Modifications:
- Skunk2 Coilover sleeves on Tokico Blues
- Stock RacingBeat Sway Bars
Interior Modifications:
- Pyle 7" In-Dash Screen
- Stock MSP Kenwood Door Speakers
- Kicker 8" Subwoofer
- Boss RT44-5 800W Amplifier
- 3-Gauge A-Pillar Pod
- ProSport Gauges (Volt and Boost)
- AEM WideBand Gauge
Exterior Modifications:
- DDM Tuning 55W 4500K H4 HIDs (Optional: 10k 35W HIDs)
- 2003.5 Front Bumper
- Aftermarket Front Lip
- Shaved Emblems and Trunk
- Smoked City Lights
- Time Attack Style 17" RacingHarts
Other New Parts:
- IAT Sensor
Issues That will be Addressed Before Sale:
- New Wheel Stud
- Detailed (By Myself)
- New Passenger Rear Seatbelt
- Check Engine Light (No Cat)
Extra Included Parts:
- Stock A-Pillar
- Extra Lug Nuts
- Stock Subwoofer
- Etc.
Parts Available for Extra Cost:
- Garrett GT3071R Turbo - $800
- Both HID Kits - $20
WILL GET MORE PICTURES OF THE CAR AFTER IT'S DETAILED
I'm looking for $10,000
Last edited by H/C/I Stang; 10-19-2010 at 01:46 PM.
10-19-2010, 11:55 AM
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Dang I was kind of hoping this was my old car for a second lol. I had 03 msp #566, also black mica. Fun car. That thing would move out with the Gt30 on it. Good luck with your sell. Are you mazdas247.com? If so whats your screen name?
10-19-2010, 01:36 PM
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Yes. I am. My SN is the same as on here, H/C/I Stang.
10-19-2010, 02:03 PM
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That welded LSD is definately a must have on those cars as well. I know i broke 3 stock ones before I finally put a welded one in it. That exedy is a great choice in clutch as well, same one i finally went with when my stock msp clutch took a crap at 79k miles. Great little cars!!
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10-20-2010, 11:07 PM
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That welded LSD is definately a must have on those cars as well. I know i broke 3 stock ones before I finally put a welded one in it. That exedy is a great choice in clutch as well, same one i finally went with when my stock msp clutch took a crap at 79k miles. Great little cars!!
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10-21-2010, 08:28 AM
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Couple of questions, does it have aftermarket motor mounts and has anything else in the trans be refreshed?
10-21-2010, 09:07 AM
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It does not have aftermarket mounts as the factory ones are still in good shape.
To my knowledge, no. The transmission shifts great, doesn't grind any synchros, and has no hesitations. I know that they're a weak point on these cars, but this one's transmission is in great shape!
To my knowledge, no. The transmission shifts great, doesn't grind any synchros, and has no hesitations. I know that they're a weak point on these cars, but this one's transmission is in great shape!
10-22-2010, 04:33 PM
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Eh i wouldnt call the trans weak. I was ragging on mine hard with about 230whp and never had an issue aside from the diff.
10-25-2010, 12:26 PM
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A few more pictures that people have been asking for. You'll notice the BBK is not included, the tail lights are now red, and the front tint has been removed.
It's not clean yet, though!
Sorry!
It's not clean yet, though!
Sorry!
10-25-2010, 03:33 PM
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Whats it lowered on?
