Advantages: Handling, speed, fun, economy Disadvantages: Luggage space and image, if you are shallow
I bought a G reg Mark 1 MR2 in July, and have been driving it since. The reason I bought it was because I wanted a fun car to tinker with and to learn a bit of car restoration. The MK1 MR2 is an iconic machine, for many the archetypal sports car of the 80s, and I used to adore them as a teenager.
They have received much of a ribbing in recent years being a “hairdresser’s car”. While this doesn’t bother me at all, it is complete ... ...and foremost. The 1.6 twin-cam engine is a fore-runner of the variable valve timing system on the modern Toyotas (VVT-i), Hondas(VTEC) and Fords(ZETEC). Up to about 4200 revs, the two inlet valves and two outlet valves per cylinder operate in synchronicity, providing plenty of torque, and not a little power. Above 4200 revs, the valves for each cylinder open alternately, the torque is reduced, but the power builds and the car screams to just under ...
MrDarcy 14.10.2002 (17.10.2002)
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Advantages: brilliant fun, great looks, no room for passengers! Disadvantages: no room for shopping/luggage/anything else!
The MKI MR2 is simply a brilliant car! For less than £2000 you can get a 2 seater, mid-engined, rear wheel drive sports car that is brilliant fun and, 15 years on, can still turn heads.
The driving position is low down and very comfy with acres of leg room in the passenger seat. The 1.6 engine sounds great and the car has excellent road handling. Inside there are no mod cons but you do get central locking, electric windows and a sunroof that lifts ...
teen 03.10.2000
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Advantages: Handling developbed by Lotus, stuning looks, perfect reliability. A1 examples still under £5,000. Disadvantages: Rust kills most of them, lots of very rough examples out there - especialy T-Bars.
Why the Mark 1 Toyota MR2? (1985-1990) Firstly and fore mostly; they are seriously fun to drive! Just ask any Mk1 owner, and watch as a massive cheesy grin appears across their face. It will happen! :) 80’s rocket ship styling Removable glass roof (T-Bar model) Very light weight Engine revs up to 8,000 RPM True sports car handling – refined by Lotus Toyota reliability Toyota build quality Lots of electrical toys – EW, CL, EA, EM, etc… Light steering ... ...1989 Toyota MR2 T-Bar, AW11 3 Previous Owners Excelent original leather interior Original Bill of sale! MOT 8-12 Months 82,000 miles Extensive folder full of service history – Mainly Toyota 15 Old MOT’s to verify the mileage Original Handbooks and roof shades and bags 3 Month Warranty A very original example in superb condition. Viewing welcomed, call me anytime if you have any questions or to arrange a viewing or test drive. Tell tale signs of a ...
gafr21 15.10.2009
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Advantages: Quick, Cheap, Reliable, Great looking car Disadvantages: Like all cars of its age rust is a problem
I Love my Toyota MR2 mk1 T-BAR 1988.
For its age it feels and looks better than anything I see on the roads nowadays.
The styling of older cars was retro with all the cool vents and square shapes etc. Now u just get curves and all new cars look the same and are all about comfort and safety.
I bought my MR2 in February for a measly £700. It needed work so I got all rust off and a complete respray for £450 from my local garage in Alrewas, he was ... ...Great fun :)
Being a Toyota it is also easy to get the parts despite the age. I would not recommend going direct to Toyota as the parts are a small fortune, try internet searches and local garages etc. i found toyota were very useful when they did a full check on my car, it helped me pinpoint what I should be working on sooner rather than later.
In my case it was the arches and underneath of the car.
Overall the car is now in good shape with the ...
bengear8 10.06.2008
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Advantages: Handling, lovely engine noise, performance Disadvantages: Bootspace, hard to find in good condition
This little car was the most fun to drive of any of the cars I have owned. The excellent 4AGE engine loves to rev, and makes a wonderful noise when the variable intake system kicks in at about 4200rpm. The MR2 is mid-engined, meaning it has excellently balanced handling and lots of traction off the line.
The interior looks a bit dated by todays standards, but the seats are very supportive, with adjustable base, lumbar, side support and headrests ... ...not too shabby either, with electric windows and pop-up headlights on all models and either a sunroof or T-bar.
The MR2 is a 2-seater, so there is not much room for luggage, although a set of golf clubs will (just) fit in the rear boot.
I paid £700 for mine, and it must be the best smile-per-pound ratio of any car anywhere! A joy to drive. ...
walkinginperu 26.02.2008
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