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TitanTim

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Some 26 years ago I had a MK1 MR2 T bar and loved it, had it 4 years and always wished I'd kept it. Fast forward to 2001 and I ordered a MK3, I never test drove one as the dealer didn't have any demos for quite some time but ordered one on the basis it would be similar to the MK1 and be brilliant. It was due to be a daily driver to replace an Audi A3 1.8T Sport but soon realised I'd made a big mistake. No boot, although I new that but it didn't seem anywhere near as good as my old MK1, was much tinnier in feel and noisy in the cabin with the roof up, I soon got rid of it.

However spotted this one which looks to be mint fron the pics and for some strange reason I'm really tempted :roll: probably on the condition more than anything but perhaps for some weekend fun in the summer.

Any thoughts? I'm kinda missing my Z3 now the spring is looming.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-MR2-CONVERTIBLE-1-8-ROADSTER-HARD-TOP-2DR-PETROL/232700498932?hash=item362e07d3f4:g:z9sAAOSwOMlarGqO

Just wandering if its overpriced or if I would lose much on it after a few years.

Tim.
 
TitanTim said:
Some 26 years ago I had a MK1 MR2 T bar and loved it, had it 4 years and always wished I'd kept it. Fast forward to 2001 and I ordered a MK3, I never test drove one as the dealer didn't have any demos for quite some time but ordered one on the basis it would be similar to the MK1 and be brilliant. It was due to be a daily driver to replace an Audi A3 1.8T Sport but soon realised I'd made a big mistake. No boot, although I new that but it didn't seem anywhere near as good as my old MK1, was much tinnier in feel and noisy in the cabin with the roof up, I soon got rid of it.

However spotted this one which looks to be mint fron the pics and for some strange reason I'm really tempted :roll: probably on the condition more than anything but perhaps for some weekend fun in the summer.

Any thoughts? I'm kinda missing my Z3 now the spring is looming.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-MR2-CONVERTIBLE-1-8-ROADSTER-HARD-TOP-2DR-PETROL/232700498932?hash=item362e07d3f4:g:z9sAAOSwOMlarGqO

Just wandering if its overpriced or if I would lose much on it after a few years.

Tim.
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Be careful, some of those are afflicted with terminal oil burning issues-the Toyota 1zz engine is tough but seems to “suck in” bits of broken catalyst on this model with catastrophic damage to the cylinders/pistons.
Rob
 
Smartbear said:
TitanTim said:
Some 26 years ago I had a MK1 MR2 T bar and loved it, had it 4 years and always wished I'd kept it. Fast forward to 2001 and I ordered a MK3, I never test drove one as the dealer didn't have any demos for quite some time but ordered one on the basis it would be similar to the MK1 and be brilliant. It was due to be a daily driver to replace an Audi A3 1.8T Sport but soon realised I'd made a big mistake. No boot, although I new that but it didn't seem anywhere near as good as my old MK1, was much tinnier in feel and noisy in the cabin with the roof up, I soon got rid of it.

However spotted this one which looks to be mint fron the pics and for some strange reason I'm really tempted :roll: probably on the condition more than anything but perhaps for some weekend fun in the summer.

Any thoughts? I'm kinda missing my Z3 now the spring is looming.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-MR2-CONVERTIBLE-1-8-ROADSTER-HARD-TOP-2DR-PETROL/232700498932?hash=item362e07d3f4:g:z9sAAOSwOMlarGqO

Just wandering if its overpriced or if I would lose much on it after a few years.

Tim.
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Be careful, some of those are afflicted with terminal oil burning issues-the Toyota 1zz engine is tough but seems to “suck in” bits of broken catalyst on this model with catastrophic damage to the cylinders/pistons.
Rob
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Thanks Rob, I've heard about the weak cats on these and potential problems, I guess I could check if its ever been changed or get it changed if need be. It does have a hardtop which is kinda nice, the roof on these leave something to be desired as from what i remember they are made from vinyl :| It does look a decent example though.

Tim.
 
Horrible wheezy gutless tinny pile of rust waiting to happen Tim. I can’t think of one single reason to buy a mk3 MR2 over an MX5, plenty for sale, plenty not selling, plenty are a bag of crap. 4K will get you double the fun and practicality over the Toyota disaster.
 
TitanTim said:
Some 26 years ago I had a MK1 MR2 T bar and loved it, had it 4 years and always wished I'd kept it. Fast forward to 2001 and I ordered a MK3, I never test drove one as the dealer didn't have any demos for quite some time but ordered one on the basis it would be similar to the MK1 and be brilliant. It was due to be a daily driver to replace an Audi A3 1.8T Sport but soon realised I'd made a big mistake. No boot, although I new that but it didn't seem anywhere near as good as my old MK1, was much tinnier in feel and noisy in the cabin with the roof up, I soon got rid of it.

However spotted this one which looks to be mint fron the pics and for some strange reason I'm really tempted :roll: probably on the condition more than anything but perhaps for some weekend fun in the summer.

Any thoughts? I'm kinda missing my Z3 now the spring is looming.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-MR2-CONVERTIBLE-1-8-ROADSTER-HARD-TOP-2DR-PETROL/232700498932?hash=item362e07d3f4:g:z9sAAOSwOMlarGqO

Just wandering if its overpriced or if I would lose much on it after a few years.

Tim.
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Is it just me or do the wheels look tiny?
 
Why buy this when you didn’t like the one you had? 4K will buy you another z3 or z4 both of which you enjoyed??
 
If you have 4k burning a hole in your pocket? Then there are worse things you could do with it. But me it would be and mx5. :thumbsup:
 
Id disagree with some of the above comments...Ive had every model of mr2 and enjoyed them all for different reasons, Id take a mk3 over a mx5 any day of the week, they are bags of fun to drive and to be honest although less power than the z4 they also make a zed feel lardy and will out handle them 7 days a week as well as a much more refined ride. Yes the interior is a little dated but any rattles are very easily sorted and a change of head unit will provide a very easy solution for your audio needs.

That car seems massively overpriced though imho and i would also avoid anything pre 2005 as the imploding catalysts were sorted by then (although if you get an earlier model running well the manifold cats that cause the issues can be removed).. I would have another in a heartbeat as long as it was a well cared for example at the right price :thumbsup:
 
I had four mark 2's in the past. Lovely cars. My dream one would be a 1998 with the "Beam" engine fitted. Not many Japanese sportscars of the nineties are still around. When did you last see an FTO or a GTO ? So it will be a rare car in a few years time.
 
Thanks for the replies, I knew there woud be some sensible reasoning, just say it how it is John :rofl: :thumbsup:

I think the only attraction is the condition as much as anythng but as said why am I looking at car that I never liked when I had one :? From what I remember they handled well with a revvy engine but I think by the eary 2000s Toyotas glory days was well and truly over. They did some great cars in the 80s, Corolla GTI, Celica, Supra, I hankered after them all.

Still miss my old MR2 which had the same Corolla 1.6 twin cam 16, think it was 122bhp.



I've never driven an MX5, just never been an attractive ownership proposition and why I went for a Z3 over one, I do like the latest one though and possibly might look at the older coupe version with retractable hardtop.

I've been half heartedly looking at Z4s although wished I hadn't now, a local dealer has this,

https://www.davefoxcars.co.uk/used-bmw-z4-m-stoke-on-trent-stone-staffordshire-1518978

Or possibly better :?

https://www.davefoxcars.co.uk/used-bmw-z3-m-stoke-on-trent-stone-staffordshire-1521120

I've even been looking at MGBs and Triumph Spitfires but unsure I really want something that old.

I do like that Z4M though :) lovely colour combination.

Tim.
 
How about a pretty Coupe that is going up in value, zero road tax and you will be noticed in it, but then I would say that :)
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C967895
 
a bit expensive and in Red. I would avoid a Toyota in red, paint fade/problems. You could buy a nice z4 for 4k :roll:
 
A few still knocking about down here - quite a classic and sought after - mind you you have to be vertically challenged to fit inside one :rofl:

Not that I'm suggesting you are Tim :rofl:
 
woozzle said:
a bit expensive and in Red. I would avoid a Toyota in red, paint fade/problems. You could buy a nice z4 for 4k :roll:
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My MK2 was pink when I picked it up. After a good T cut and polish, she is gleaming red. Nothing wrong with Toyota red as long as you give it a polish :P
 
firebobby said:
How about a pretty Coupe that is going up in value, zero road tax and you will be noticed in it, but then I would say that :)
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C967895
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Wasn't the GT6 the poor mans E Type, nice exampe. My brother had a girlfriend who had a Herald Vitesse which I think had the same 6 cyl engine, sounded smooth as butter. Not sure I would want an older car to be honest.

Tim.
 
TitanTim said:
firebobby wrote: ↑Sat Mar 24, 2018 12:24 pm
How about a pretty Coupe that is going up in value, zero road tax and you will be noticed in it, but then I would say that
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C967895


Wasn't the GT6 the poor mans E Type, nice exampe. My brother had a girlfriend who had a Herald Vitesse which I think had the same 6 cyl engine, sounded smooth as butter. Not sure I would want an older car to be honest.
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If you want a Coupe you might as well buy an E86 - cheaper than a GT6 and quicker than an E-Type! :D
(Obviously I'm in no way biased). :)

Anyway, if I was thinking of an MR2 I'd be after a MK2 - lovely looking cars. :thumbsup:
 
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