Looking for a mk3 mr2

[maomaotiao]

thanks for reading!

i am looking for a runaround mk3 mr2. No particular preference with colour. Budget 3k.


is the budget too low? I intend to use it as a daily covering around 10-15 miles a day max. Will there be much to do to get it back to good working order or 3k will be able to find a decent example?


i dont have any experience with the mr2, so any advice would be appreciated.

Specific point

1) 2001-2006, any particular year is preferable?

2) interior wise/ leather/cloth, thoughts?

3) how does the stock suspension hold up? Need aftermarkets spring or coilovers?

4) is the exhaust known to be any issue in this age of car?

i am going to view the one on AT, as this is the closest one to me.

https://www.dtmcars.co.uk/used-cars/toyota-mr2-1-8...

Many thanks again!

[maomaotiao]

Of coz! Thanks for the advice!

[maomaotiao]

Thanks for your advice!

I have read about the pre-cat failure, i did wonder the cost/labour involved in removing it or just hope that it holds up for a little longer before the engine needs replacing in which case, a 2zz might be a desirable option.

I didnt know abt the red edition!

Hopefully the one i m gonna view is in decent order

Barry