by British Company Rocketeer Cars Modernizes the Mazda MX-5
The British company Rocketeer Cars, which specializes in modernizing the Mazda MX-5 (NA and NB), is preparing to enter the US market. Their main innovation is replacing the standard four-cylinder engine with a 3.0-liter naturally aspirated V6 from Jaguar. This engine is not only more powerful but also lighter, making it ideal for a small rear-wheel-drive sports car.
The standard MXV6 version from Rocketeer develops 280 hp, which is more than sufficient for such a compact car. In addition, the company is working on an ultra-light version called Keiryō, which will weigh only 1,873 pounds (850 kg) and have 375 hp. This makes it a competitor even to the Lamborghini Huracan in terms of power-to-weight ratio.
Pricing and Availability
Rocketeer offers two options for buyers: ready-made cars or kits for self-assembly. A fully finished MXV6 costs approximately $29,000, while a DIY installation kit will cost $21,000. The company has already released 30 ready-made cars and shipped 150 kits, and thanks to additional investments, it plans to expand its presence in the USA.
“This is great news for MX-5 enthusiasts who want a more powerful option with a V6 under the hood.”
By the end of the year, Rocketeer also plans to introduce modernized versions for the NC MX-5 model. While these cars are not a budget option, they offer a unique combination of lightness, power, and British style that is unlikely to leave true enthusiasts indifferent.
The growing demand for restomodified MX-5s indicates that even classic sports cars can find new life thanks to modern technologies and creative engineering solutions. Rocketeer demonstrates how a legendary platform can be combined with more powerful units without losing its main advantages—lightness and road feel.
