Used Toyota MR2 for Sale near North Cowichan, BC

The Mk. 1 Toyota MR2 is among Toyota's greatest successes from the 80's. Inspired by the Fiat X1-9, Toyota crafted what is nearly the perfect small sports car: and excellent mix of handling and comfort; of fuel efficiency and fun. The first point about the MR2 is its weight. Being a two-seater, and also a very small car, it's very light. This is good, because the U.S. Spec 4AGE is not exactly a powerful engine. On a good day, it'll do 112HP. Again, though, because of the weight, the MR2 is still quick and zippy. However, the 4AGE is quite possibly the best engine Toyota has made. It's virtually bullet-proof. These engines have been known to run for over 300,000 miles. Also, you can open the taps now and then, and still average around 30 MPG, and even higher with an automatic transmission. Response is great and you never get tired of the sound. Listening to this engine rev to the 7500RPM redline is simply fantastic. The handling is one of the best points of the car. Its mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive layout keeps the center of gravity low and centered, and the power going to the right place. Push it too hard in a corner though, and you may get a little power-oversteer. Also, between a good sized trunk in the back and a small amount of space by the spare tire up front, there's plenty of cargo space. The interior as well is much roomier than you would expect, with better legroom than many minivans. To sum up, the 1984-1989 model MR2 is truly a triumph of Japanese innovations on European concepts. It is a poised, balanced, fast, and comfortable car that is great for a track car or a daily driver. And for those who feel the need for a bit more power, a supercharged version is also available. The Toyota MR2 is one of the greatest cars I've driven yet, and I think, will always be a favorite of mine.

This is a go kart with a license plate. Good acceleration for motor size. Only problem (as with other japanese cars of this era) is the rust. Extremely fun to drive. Only had to replace clutch at 188,581 miles, which is amazing for a factory clutch to last that long.

The car was great in the curves provided the driver knew what he/she was doing. I actually outran a fourth generation Camaro Z28 and a 2004 Mustang with my MR2. Not many 4 cylinder cars can do that. It will do every bit of the 150 mph proclaimed on the spedometer and then some. To top of the exceptional performance, the car gets great fuel mileage.

the amazing original toyota midship! the quality of this car is good, everything on it is really solid and nothing has broken yet. It's crazy fun to drive, the mid engine design makes it handle really well, and gives you a ton of grip. Launches hard, and goes around corners like their straightaways.

Fun little car with great performance, plenty of poke. Handling reasonably good but twitchy on the road. T tops are a bugger for leaking, bodywork very tired now, spent a lot on welding for MOT last year. Fantastic retro blue velour interior. Comfortable seats. With sensible driving this car will return 36-38 mpg!