Toyota MR2 (1990 - 2000) GT Sports 2d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I guess that I'm youthful and fun. I don't like anything boring or common.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think it looks great and can't believe it's 14 years old now.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely. It ticks all the boxes for me. Great looks, fun to drive, comfortable and reliable.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another mk2 MR2 with lower mileage.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,400
When did you buy the car?
July 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
I think I bought it for a good price considering the mileage was low and bodywork was in excellent condition for the year.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I've always loved the look of the mk2 MR2.
What was the dealer like?
Import specialist garage. They seemed pretty good.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Simply brilliant. It's easily the most fun and comfortable car I've owned. The handling is excellent in the dry and keeps you on your toes in the wet. Happy sat in traffic or giving it stick on the country roads or motorway. Very good all-round performance, quite pokey at low revs but then it really flies when you take it up above 4000rpm. Very balanced car due to mid-engine and RWD setup. Needs good tyres to get the most from it.
What's it like to park?
Not too bad, medium-sized car with reasonable visibility. Variable rate power-steering.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Just a few things (bear in mind the age): - New steering rack gaitors at 75k miles. - New clutch at 80k miles. - New handbrake cables at 95k miles. - New shocks all round at 105k miles. - Gearbox has developed a slight crunch in 3rd. - Engine uses oil sometimes.
What's most practical about your car?
It's a 2 door sportscar but there is still plenty of room and even a good-sized boot. Great driving position too.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Air-conditioning, electric folding mirrors, adjustable steering wheel and steering front fog lights.
