Winning bid
£2,669

1991 Toyota MR2 GTi

Highlights

  • Highly original matching-numbers example
  • Plenty of investment in recent years
  • Recent MOT valid until April 2025

The Appeal

The mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive beauty that was the MR2 has gone down in history. Conceived as a small, economic yet undeniably sporty car, it made use of simple, straightforward hardware that kept the car accessible and capable. It was a potent brew for success - and what a success it was.

This British-market example, built in 1991, has spent 8 years with its current keeper, during which it's been regularly serviced and very well looked after. The car boasts its original, matching-numbers equipment, and - of course - is loaded with evocative '90s character.

We've no doubt that this spirited 'Mini-Ferrari' is going to prove a highly prized acquisition for the lucky new owner.

History and Paperwork

  • Built and registered in 1991
  • Nine former registered keepers
  • Purchased by current owner in 2016
  • Has been stored under cover off and on but used every year
  • Regularly serviced
  • MOT valid until April 2025
  • Indicates 145,882 miles
  • Personal plate is being sold with the vehicle
  • Due to being in storage off and on one or more tires are slightly flat spotted although not mentioned at recent MOT
Supplied with:
  • V5c document
  • Manual on CD-ROM
  • Most recent MOT certificate
  • Previous MOT certificates
  • A collection of invoices

The Condition

  • Evocative '90s lines with signature spoiler and pop-up headlights
  • No sign of any significant dents or dings
  • Some areas of paint bubbling here and there, as expected with 33-year-old paint
  • Badges and branding appear all present and correct
  • The pop-up headlights are lifting correctly
  • Targa-top panels appear to have a good, tight fit
  • Fitted with Tekno alloys
  • Sills have been professionally repaired/replaced
  • Underside appears solid with only light signs of corrosion
  • Cabin is nicely kept and very original 
  • Some wear to the leather seats, mostly creasing and scuffing
  • However, we can't spot any rips or tears
  • Some areas of perished seal
  • The door bottoms show some surface corrosion
  • Dashboard in good overall order with clear, legible instruments
  • Modern JVC media player fitted

The Mechanics

  • 2.0-Litre 3S-GE four-cylinder engine
  • Manual transmission with 5 gears
  • Engine is completely original and reportedly runs like new; uses no discernible amount of oil
  • Cam belt was replaced when purchased
  • Gear changes are smooth and clutch is well-maintained
  • Exhaust repairs have been carried out following an advisory on the recent MOT
  • Intake Manifold Switchover Valve system repaired after purchase
  • Slight differential whine - this has not worsened during ownership and is not presumed to be a sign of fault
  • The vendor reports that the car drives well with a free-revving engine, and corners like a go-cart


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Auction Details

  • Year1991
  • MakeToyota
  • ModelMR2
  • ColourWhite
  • Odometer145,882 Miles
  • Engine size2000cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownCowes
  • CountyIsle of Wight
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

26 Bids

mr.shor••••
Bid
£2,669
11/10/24
C E M F••••
Bid
£2,600
11/10/24
C E M F••••
Bid
£2,500
11/10/24
mr.shor••••
Bid
£2,400
11/10/24
mgo.tra••••
Bid
£2,300
11/10/24
John@ s••••
Bid
£2,200
11/10/24
mr.shor••••
Bid
£2,100
07/10/24
West Pa••••
Bid
£2,000
07/10/24
West Pa••••
Pre-bid
£2,000
06/10/24
p-mccar••••
Bid
£1,900
07/10/24

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