2000-2007 Toyota MR2 Spyder
Verified3 reviews
A roller coaster of a car – I’ve owned this car for about 7 months now, and boy what a journey. I have driven quite a few cars as my daily, but none as fast and fun as this (granted, I have never owned another proper sports car). Visually, it is stunning, especially in white or black in my opinion. It looks like a Porsche and you wouldn’t believe the amount of compliments… Read more
you get on it. It’s completely impractical, hard to get in and out of, no storage space, sensitive SMT (sequential manual transmission), has the issues that come with a soft top, and not the fastest car out there. But if you own one, none of that matters. It is pure joy in every way. If you’re looking for a car for the sake of a car to get from A to B, this is not for you. But if you’re looking for a fun, throwable, lightweight toy - this is perfect. Even as a daily. Just be prepared to put money into it as the SMT CAN BE temperamental. If you’re worried about this I would suggest a facelift model (from 2003 onwards). Also chances are you will need to replace the headlights and soft top as these are often in pretty bad shape. But look after it, change the trans fluid, make sure it’s not burning oil, make sure the pre-cats are gutted, go slow around corners, and it is truly a dream come true.
Good and Cool Car – I was able to have a good drive on this car and i like it. It was fun though because the owner was drunk and was able to drive such cool car. I am driving a Hyundai Lantra GLS for a couple of years now and i interested to own a car like this. If my friend will sell this, I definitely buy it. I never heard him complain anything about his car, just instances when he found vomit scattered on the car's seat after good night outs. It is a cool car
OK – It's basically a go kart. Handles well and nice and low to the ground. This makes it hard to get in with the hood up though. Only the auto-clutch was available in Australia, which is reasonably well implemented, but it's no manual. The little 1.8 engine can seem dissapointing at first, but keep the revs high and there is a large amount of power… Read more
there for a small, light car. Good looks, often gets comments that it looks more expensive than it is. Mid engined, excellent handling through corners. Auto-clutch sounds great when changing down at high revs. Interior is surprisingly roomy once you're in, and can accomodate a tall person without problems. Possibly the worst luggage space of any road car? A tiny front boot and a slither of space behind the seats. You can just about pack for a weekend away. Auto-clutch can be slow and jumps to 1st can be at awkward times.
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