In 2004 Mazda created the Pro Formula Mazda (PFM) spec race series as a stepping stone (gateway drug) to becoming an Indycar driver. It’s powered by a 260 HP modified Rotary engine and weighs only 1,100 lbs. It has a 6 speed sequential transmission with a “flat shift” sensor (means you don’t use the clutch or let off the gas pedal to upshift), 0 to 60 in 2 seconds and tops out at 140mph with the Road Course gearing. However, the biggest thrill and learning curve is the aero ground effects pulling over 2 G’s in the corners. It is incredibly fast and feels even faster because your butt is so low the ground. I have been an avid Formula 1 and Indycar fan for 50+ years, but now I have a whole new appreciation for how talented and somewhat crazy the pro’s are. PFM’s are now one of the most popular open wheel “Track-Day” cars on the market. For a fraction of the cost, you will be able to crush the $300,000 exotics! I have only run the car on open track days at Willow Springs and the Porche and Ferrari’s were taking turn 2 (a very long parabolic sweeper) in the mid 80’s mph, I was taking it at 100+. Only downside, is that you can’t show the car off at your favorite restaurants valet parking! Check out the 5 minute video footage (rear and front) at Willow Springs on YouTube- https://youtu.be/wBHELZPh-Ys?si=acZDPcbL4H95eYvg or, open YouTube and search- pro formula mazda willow springs, (and look for the photo). ** Newly rebuilt engine by Daryl Drummond with only 2.5 hours running time ** Newly rebuilt transmission with only 2.5 hours running time ** Extra set of BBS wheels ** Upgraded custom exhaust system (eliminates the frequent rebuilding of the stock exhaust system) ** Carbon Fiber clutch ** New wood bottom ** Extra carbon bottom front plate ** GPS timing sensor ** Custom foam seat ** Setup/wheel alignment jigs ** Professional engine shipment box ** 4- extra flat-shift sensors ** Miscl parts, and fasteners ** Rotary Engine requires 1.5 ounces of Redline 2 Stroke Oil per gallon of fuel ** Suggested fuel- 101 VP or 98 Sunoco fuel ** Warmup both engine and oil temperatures to 160 degrees ** Fuel setting- Cold start 10, Run at 6 or 7 ** Avon’s need at least 3 laps to start working *** Do not floor-it on cold tires exiting the pits! (Scott McLaughlin- Indy 500) ** CONTACT: Robert Stabile (951) 505-0526
