Highlights
- Long-term careful storage with extremely low mileage
- Kouki-spec rear lights fitted
- Mechanically refreshed with extensive preventative maintenance completed
- Brand new Toyo Proxes tyres and polished wheels
- Fresh MOT will be done for the new owner
The Appeal
When it comes to mid-engined sports cars, rev-happy performance and balanced dynamics - there's little doubt that the MR2 takes a very well-deserved crown. With its distinctive wedge profile, handsome retro-futurist silhouette and distinctive character, it's little wonder that enthusiasts continue to clamour for them. It's a universal language - and one that remains incredibly desirable.
This 1993 example comes to market following long-term careful storage, emerging as what the vendor describes as a well-preserved time-warp car showing minimal wear. The car has been fitted with desirable Kouki-spec rear lights and rare OEM Toyota centre caps, and is reportedly a fine, well-kept runner.
In recent years, the vendor reports that they've had the sills professionally replaced, and that rust protection has been applied across the board.
In recent years, the vendor reports that they've had the sills professionally replaced, and that rust protection has been applied across the board.
History and Paperwork
- UK market RHD car first registered in 1993
- The DVLA records 6 former keepers
- In current ownership since March 2024
- Reportedly kept in long-term, careful storage
The Condition
- A handsome example with age-commensurate wear
- Striking, bright paintwork
- Sills professionally replaced with full rust protection and underbody preservation
- Kouki-spec rear lights fitted
- Fitted with rare OEM Toyota centre caps
- Brand new Toyo Proxes tyres fitted all round
- Wheels polished
- Underside appears clean and solid
- Interior looks clean and tight with no obvious damp or deterioration
- Seats remain plush and soft with good upholstery
- Mechanical sunroof has helped maintain dry cabin
- Speedometer cable may need replacement/calibration (needle jumps at low speed)
- Radio head unit wiring pending
The Mechanics
- 2.0-litre (2,000cc) inline-four engine
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay appears in good overall order
- Engine oil changed during storage with additional fresh oil change completed
- New oil filter and air filter fitted
- Brand new radiator installed with cooling system flushed and refilled with fresh coolant
- Brake calipers rebuilt at all four corners
- New brake discs and pads fitted all round
- Alternator replacement recommended (new unit included with sale)
- Oil level sensor might need replacing
- Power steering feels heavy and may require inspection
- The vendor reports that the car feels solid and quiet with no rattles, knocks or bangs
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