2009 Mazda MX-5 (Mk3) BBR Super 180

Highlights

• Post-facelift Sport Tech model
• BBR GTi Super 180 kit with full stainless exhaust
• Dyno tested at 185bhp (before exhaust)
• Upgraded interior, suspension and brakes
• Impressive service history
• Great condition throughout; KROWN underseal completed Sep 2025
• Advisory-free MOT until Aug 2026

Overview

Buying a second hand Mazda MX-5 is never a bad idea. Whether you're craving a bit of weekend track action, some spirited B-road fun or just an honest to goodness, downright excellent little two seater sports car, owning and driving Mazda's perennially popular roadster just makes sense.

And the sheer amount of models out there means choosing one that's right for you couldn't be simpler. In production for going on 40 years now the MX-5 has been constantly developed; from the original and arguably purest NA back in '89 through to the current fourth generation ND, the mighty Mazda has been a stalwart of the affordable, reliable sports car scene since its inception.

But it's the third-gen NC that we reckon could be the Goldilocks MX-5. Bridging the gap between the fully old school early cars and the more technologically enhanced modern models, the NC – produced between 2005 and 2015 – is a more refined yet still hugely enjoyable option when it comes to these inherently drivable machines. There's a reason it won Japan's Car of the Year award upon its release.

This particularly special 2009 example comes to market in excellent condition throughout, resplendent in a rather fetching dark blue with Mazdaspeed decals and ‘Smoked Chrome’ wheels, but it's underneath where this car truly shines.

Not only is it the post-2008 facelift 'Sport Tech' model, which came with the 2.0-litre engine and six-speed manual gearbox along with a host of additional upgrades including 17" alloy wheels, heated leather seats, front fog lights, a limited slip differential, front strut brace, BOSE stereo and climate and cruise control, but this MX-5 has been further enhanced by the BBR Super 180 conversion, carried out by BBR GTi and giving a boost in power to 185bhp.

A full, £3,000 stainless exhaust system with BBR exhaust centre section (with cat) and a Goodwin Racing Super Q rear silencer with removable baffles has also been fitted and in March 2024 the original Bilstein suspension was replaced with all new fully adjustable Koni Sport suspension and Progress Technology springs. This lowers the car sympathetically by approximately 1”, improving stance and handling.

The interior has been treated to a plethora of tasteful after market upgrades too, resulting in a really rather special and unique MX-5 that has been elevated head and shoulders above the crowd, and the full spec is listed below. We’re sure you’ll agree that it’s very tasty!

History and documentation

• 2009 model year
• V5C present and correct in owner's name
• In current ownership for five years
• Two keys
• Original document pack and Haynes manual
• First registered 04 Sep 2009
• Print out of Mazda’s digital service record (DSR) for services at 3 miles – pre-delivery inspection (2009), 21,174 miles (2010), 38,463 miles (2012)
• Documented oil and filter changes at 21,175 miles, 38,463 miles, 63,017 miles, 81,213 miles, 84,329 miles, 89,350 miles, 94,020 miles, 96,752 miles and 99,851 miles (last six during current ownership)
• Comprehensive file of all service invoices, repairs, replacement parts and upgrades carried out in the last five years
• Previous owners documented service history also present
• BBR Super 180 upgrade work carried out by BBR GTi Ltd
• HPI clear
• Two former keepers
• London ULEZ compliant
• Advisory-free MOT until 25/08/2026
• 100,928 indicated miles

Interior

• The interior is in exceptional condition with many upgraded parts
• Corsa designed leather and Alcantara steering wheel (original supplied)
• Jass performance aluminium gear knob (original supplied)
• New handbrake sleeve
• Vintage door pulls and door striker covers
• Aluminium pedals
• LED interior light upgrade
• Revlimiter Sunstorm gauge face set
• Chrome instrument cluster and retro shift plate
• Black and yellow diamond stitched floor carpets
• New IL motorsport floor mats (three sets of premium MX-5 car mats also supplied)
• Black and yellow stitched leather centre console and speedo hood
• Improved seat belt guides
• Air con recently re-gassed
• BOSE stereo
• Included in the sale: locking wheel nut, original toolkit and puncture repair kit,new IL Motorsport chrome vent rings, quality interior and exterior car covers
• Roll bar loops painted black
• Free from damage
• No signs of major wear and tear
• Heated seats in excellent condition with no rips or tears
• The boot area is clean and tidy

Exterior

• The exterior paintwork is generally in very good condition for its age
• Mazdaspeed decals are in good shape
• Front bumper and offside front wing professionally re sprayed in 2021 for cosmetic reasons
• The underneath of the boot lid has been painted in stonechip and the exterior badges were painted black at the same time
• Front grille painted black along with the roll bar loops
• There are some minor scratches/stone chips to the bonnet
• Some minor paint blemishes to the retractable hard top cover panel
• The car has had two professional full underseal and cavity wax treatments during current ownership – in April 2021 by The MX5 Restorer and in September 2025 by KROWN Rustproofing
• There is some slight surface corrosion to the rear arches and underside of the car but the vendor informs us that KROWN has stated that the sills are in good condition and there have been no MOT advisories regarding structural body work during current ownership
• No evidence of any damage to the bodywork
• All panels gaps appear straight
• All glasswork is free from damage
• The original alloy wheels have been professionally refurbished by The Wheel Specialist with a colour change to ‘Smoked Chrome’ and are all in excellent condition with only one minor scuff on the nearside rear
• Four new KUMO Ecsta tyres fitted in February 2025

Mechanical

• 1,999cc naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine
• Engine bay presents well and features a replacement radiator and air con condenser (for cosmetic reasons), a Moroso aluminium coolant expansion tank and Jass Performance brushed steel battery and fuse box covers
• Six-speed manual gearbox
• Rear-wheel drive
• Limited-slip differential
• 185bhp BBR Super 180 upgrade
• Stainless exhaust system
• Fully adjustable Koni Sport suspension and Progress Technology springs
• 3D wheel alignment
• Upgraded Rotinger brake discs all round
• New front brake calipers, hoses and Mintex pads (new set of rear calipers also supplied)
• There is a fault with the fuel gauge giving incorrect readings due to a faulty sender unit in the tank but the reserve light remains functional (replacement part supplied)
• The vendor states that the car has been extremely reliable during their ownership, it starts first time, every time, the engine sounds sweet with improved throttle response and the ride is comfortable but still sharp

Summary

It's safe to say that Mazda got it bang on once again with the third, NC generation MX-5 but there's always room for improvement as this particular example proves. With improved performance care of the BBR Super 180 kit, uprated suspension and brakes, an enhanced interior and some nice external touches the car has been tastefully upgraded to provide a sharper, more exciting experience without compromising what made it such a great drive in the first place.

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Telford, Shropshire.