The Mazda 6 MPS is a rare breed. A turbocharged, four-wheel-drive performance machine that combined practicality with genuine sporting credentials - equally fitting a day-to-day family car as it did a high-octane trailblazer. With its 2.3-litre turbocharged engine and aggressive styling, the MPS (Mazda Performance Series) offered an alternative to the usual German suspects, and examples are increasingly sought after by enthusiasts. After all, they're eminently tunable and remarkably rare. 

This 2006 example has been in the vendor's careful ownership since 2015 and has been thoughtfully modified to enhance both performance and handling. The vendor has invested in quality upgrades, including a Corksport CST4 turbo with a 4-bar map sensor, a complete stainless steel exhaust system with a Gravity performance manifold, a TMIC 76mm top-mount intercooler, BC coilover suspension with adjustable damping, and a Sure Motorsport cold-air intake. These modifications transform an already capable car into something more focused and engaging.

The car benefits from significant mechanical work carried out in 2017, including a new clutch kit, dual-mass flywheel, and starter motor, providing reassurance to the next owner. It was regularly serviced until 2022, at which point it was garaged and used sparingly - approximately two weeks each summer - preserving its condition. A full respray was completed in 2016, and the car has recently passed its MOT (valid to January 2027) with only two minor advisories, both of which have since been rectified.

The vendor describes it as a head-turner with good looks, sound, and driving experience. For enthusiasts seeking a rare Japanese performance saloon with proven modifications and careful ownership, this is a remarkable package that's bound to impress.

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