Sell your 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 for cash

The 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 is a midsize car that came with a 2.3L 4-cyl engine. At 16 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 at a glance

Body styleMidsize Cars
Engines2.3L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsManual 6-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,900 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age16 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 16 years old, most of a 2010 Mazdaspeed3's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a midsize car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Mazdaspeed3. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the seats, typically around 71,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

SeatsFeb 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V082000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to…

Risk: If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.

StructureSep 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V644000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles…

Risk: If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.

Common 2010 Mazdaspeed3 problems

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 with NHTSA. Owners reported 1 injury.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Seats18
  • Structure4
  • Unknown or Other4
  • Air Bags3
  • Visibility/Wiper3
  • Engine2

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Seats71,000 mi
  • Structure80,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other50,000 mi
  • Air Bags60,000 mi
  • Visibility/Wiper40,000 mi
  • Engine139,000 mi

2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 28 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment8
  • Electrical System7
  • Equipment2
  • Air1
  • Engine1
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility1

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2026 · SA-055-26

    Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid. It has been unpublished and superseded by the Field Quality Information Re

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2024 · 09-038-24

    In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibit

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2023 · 09-016-23

    Speedometer replacement procedure

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2021 · 09-025-21-3824

    This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver’s floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2010 Mazdaspeed3: questions

How much is a 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2010 Mazdaspeed3 that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2010 Mazdaspeed3s that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2010 Mazdaspeed3 with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2010 Mazdaspeed3?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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