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Japanese tuner endows Mazda MX-5 with Porsche vibes

The Mazda MX-5 NA coupe and roadster are beloved in Europe and the United States alike, but some drivers in Japan seem to find their appearance too understated. At any rate, a local tuning firm named Heartbeat is offering body kits for the Miata, and they seem to be quite popular.

The styling package includes a new front bumper with a built-in splitter, a ventilated hood and redesigned bolt-on wheel arches. The headlights in the arches originate from Mini, but the body curves around them make them look more like Porsche lights. In fact, that’s the strongest vibe of the build.

Then there is the rear end with its quad brake lights, a fat bumper, a diffuser and a huge racing wing. Everything is made from fiber-reinforced plastic and complemented by a set of unusual four-spoke alloy wheels.

You will need to contact Heartbeat directly for pricing and availability outside of Japan.

Editor: Andrew Raspopov

February 22, 2025