Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Mazda Miata ND2 is already one of the best driverβs cars on sale, but what happens when one of the most respected names in the Miata community takes it a step further? Built by 949 Racing, this 2021 Mazda Miata RF GT combines suspension, drivetrain, aero, and powertrain upgrades into a package that feels far more special than a stock ND2 while remaining surprisingly well suited to the street. After spending time behind the wheel, I came away wondering: is this what a peak ND Miata looks like?
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2021 Mazda ND2 Miata RF GT
2.0L NA I4 181hp 151lb-ft, 7500rpm redline
2450lb
Mod List
- Xida singles 12/6kg
- Prototype SPM sway bars 26/14mm
- SPL Sphericals
- Prototype 12.88x1.1 Superlite BBK
- G-Loc R18/R12
- Prototype 2pc lightweight rear rotor kit
- SPM brake lines
- Castrol SRF
- 18x9 +45 forged 6ULR on 225/35/18 A052 or 17x9 6ULR on 245/40 RE71RS
- SPM Offset Knuckle Bushings (camber)
- SPM end links
- OS Giken LSD
- 3.45 A/T diff housing
- OEM clutch/flywheel
- Verus wing
- Verus under panels
- Verus suspension covers
- Verus hood vents
- Verus diffuser
- Verus splitter
- Ebay lip spoiler on top of splitter
- Color PPF in Racing Orange from RGBG, installed by Aerowerkz
- BBR cams and valve springs
- Weldman LT header
- GWR midpipe and street muffler
- Fab9 tune on E85 (no flex fuel)
- Sparct Evo QRT seats
- PCI fixed brackets
- Racequip 6pt FIA harnesses
- 330mm Guardian wheel
- Element fire stick
- Simpson Hybrid-S for driver
- Custom roll bar
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949 Racing: 949racing.com
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
03:16 Driving Impressions
06:12 Better Than Stock?
10:15 Favorite ND2 Yet
14:54 Final Thoughts
#povcarreview #drivingreview #carreview #mazdamiatand2 #949racing
The Mazda Miata ND2 is already one of the best driverβs cars on sale, but what happens when one of the most respected names in the Miata community takes it a step further? Built by 949 Racing, this 2021 Mazda Miata RF GT combines suspension, drivetrain, aero, and powertrain upgrades into a package that feels far more special than a stock ND2 while remaining surprisingly well suited to the street. After spending time behind the wheel, I came away wondering: is this what a peak ND Miata looks like?
π₯ Get your car reviewed: jubbalandcars.com
π See this car ranked on the Jubbal & Cars Driving Index: jubbalandcars.com/jcdi
π Vehicle in This Video:
2021 Mazda ND2 Miata RF GT
2.0L NA I4 181hp 151lb-ft, 7500rpm redline
2450lb
Mod List
- Xida singles 12/6kg
- Prototype SPM sway bars 26/14mm
- SPL Sphericals
- Prototype 12.88x1.1 Superlite BBK
- G-Loc R18/R12
- Prototype 2pc lightweight rear rotor kit
- SPM brake lines
- Castrol SRF
- 18x9 +45 forged 6ULR on 225/35/18 A052 or 17x9 6ULR on 245/40 RE71RS
- SPM Offset Knuckle Bushings (camber)
- SPM end links
- OS Giken LSD
- 3.45 A/T diff housing
- OEM clutch/flywheel
- Verus wing
- Verus under panels
- Verus suspension covers
- Verus hood vents
- Verus diffuser
- Verus splitter
- Ebay lip spoiler on top of splitter
- Color PPF in Racing Orange from RGBG, installed by Aerowerkz
- BBR cams and valve springs
- Weldman LT header
- GWR midpipe and street muffler
- Fab9 tune on E85 (no flex fuel)
- Sparct Evo QRT seats
- PCI fixed brackets
- Racequip 6pt FIA harnesses
- 330mm Guardian wheel
- Element fire stick
- Simpson Hybrid-S for driver
- Custom roll bar
LINKS FROM VIDEO:
949 Racing: 949racing.com
My Other YouTube Channels
π©Ί Med School Insiders: youtube.com/medschoolinsiders
π¨ββοΈ Kevin Jubbal, M.D.: youtube.com/kevinjubbalmd
Follow Jubbal & Cars
πΈ Instagram - instagram.com/jubbalandcars
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
03:16 Driving Impressions
06:12 Better Than Stock?
10:15 Favorite ND2 Yet
14:54 Final Thoughts
#povcarreview #drivingreview #carreview #mazdamiatand2 #949racing
