Originally Posted by
Huertecilla
200+ kilos is rather a lot though and furthermore the MR2 has the engine where is sits in the ideal spot.
Toyota put a stop to it because the MX5 took the market though. The MX5 ís simply that bit more practical.
The MX5 style does not rock my boat though whereas I do like the MR2. Still, I get the luggage space issue and I would not look at the MR2 if it were not for my life style ´hauling´ about only a cotton shoulder bag for overnighters/weekends. It suits my ´needs´ to perfection.
The MR2 is a bit more stark but I would probably take out the centre console as I rather have a bit more leg room than a radio/GPS. Same thing airco and power steering. I´d enjoy 50 lbs less more.
About to have a look at a pristine bog standard 2003 with 59k kms and hardtop.
Also talking with a seller of a drooling good looking 2005 JDM (and UK) V-edition with 80K. The RHD is a major issue though.
Discarded a 2000 with turbo kit. Veryvéry nicely done and the 200+ hp car is a sleeper but the 120k on the clock in combo with turboed early engine makes be back off at any price.
So, meets my use, there are several nice ones about, prices are sensible and way under MX5 so worth a look for now.
Thus, could you share some first hand owner experience?