In Brief:

Good example of Mazda's 2000's hot hatch offering
Finished in Black over a Black half-leather interior with grey inserts
Owned by the current keeper for the last 5 years
4 former keepers
Accompanied by a great history file

Auctioneer’s Notes:

A rarely seen example of the Mazda 3 MPS hot hatch, presented in good overall condition and finished in Black over a Black half-leather interior with grey inserts. Renowned for its impressive performance and understated appearance, the MPS delivers serious pace from its 2.3 litre turbocharged powerplant, with period road tests recording 0–60mph in under six seconds. This example has been owned by the current keeper for the last five years and benefits from a comprehensive history file.

Maintenance & Condition:

The car is accompanied by an excellent history file containing a large quantity of invoices for maintenance and servicing carried out during its lifetime, along with photographs documenting work completed on the vehicle. Also included are a number of old MOT certificates which help support the car’s history and upkeep.

History:

This Mazda 3 MPS has had four former keepers prior to the current owner, who has held the vehicle for the past five years. During this time the car has seen limited use, reportedly not being driven for four of those five years. The original Mazda bookpack accompanies the car and contains the Owner’s Manual and European Assistance guide.

The Model:

Introduced for the 2007 model year, the Mazda 3 MPS (Mazdaspeed3 in some markets) was Mazda’s high-performance version of the five-door Mazda3 hatchback. Powered by a 2.3-litre turbocharged inline-four producing around 263bhp and 280lb-ft of torque, it was one of the most powerful front-wheel-drive hot hatches of its era. Featuring a limited-slip differential and sporting chassis tuning, the MPS delivered exceptional real-world performance and was Mazda’s first true hot hatch since the early 1990s BG Familia GT-X.

Sale Insight:

Fast, practical and increasingly appreciated by enthusiasts, the Mazda 3 MPS remains one of the more understated performance hatchbacks of the 2000s. With a strong history file, original bookpack and a period of light recent use, this example presents an appealing opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a well-documented and increasingly uncommon modern hot hatch.