Previously a showroom exhibit at Snows Toyota in Southampton
Recently fitted with new alloys, interior and soft top
The Appeal
The third and final generation of Toyota's mid-engined sports car, this iteration of the MR2 was lightweight, agile and high octane - with the baked-in durability of Toyota's lineage still every bit as relevant as it was back in the '90s. It's no slouch - pairing a 1.8-liter VVTI engine with a six-speed manual transmission in a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive package that peaked at around 130 mph. It remains one of the most rewarding and accessible driver's cars of its era, and values have been rising as enthusiasts increasingly recognize its appeal.
This 2005 example has a notable provenance, having previously been kept as a showroom exhibit at a Toyota dealership before being stored as part of a private collection. The vendor reports the car presents in very good order throughout, and it is accompanied by a complete service history. The vendor reports that the car is now ready and waiting to be driven away.image.png1.21 MB
Key Information
Mileage: 58,292 miles (supported by Toyota dealer service history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until November 2026
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I have decided not to sell. Sorry, PLEASE DO NOT BID.
john-br••••
Seller
1 week ago
Adding to the description. This beautiful example has had thousands spent with only 90miles of use since. Full Toyota services each year, fastidiously maintained whilst in Toyota Dealer storage facility. With brand new alloys ordered from Toyota, rather than refurbish the old ones and ordered the original oem spec Yokohama tyres for authenticity, brand new exhaust system, hood, full interior. Try finding a better MR2!?
john-br••••
Seller
1 week ago
In Picture 120, some minor marks are noted on the underside rear bumper. I have easily polished out these blemishes. I wasn't aware they were there to be honest!
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Comments
john-br••••
SellerI have decided not to sell. Sorry, PLEASE DO NOT BID.
john-br••••
SellerAdding to the description. This beautiful example has had thousands spent with only 90miles of use since. Full Toyota services each year, fastidiously maintained whilst in Toyota Dealer storage facility. With brand new alloys ordered from Toyota, rather than refurbish the old ones and ordered the original oem spec Yokohama tyres for authenticity, brand new exhaust system, hood, full interior. Try finding a better MR2!?
john-br••••
SellerIn Picture 120, some minor marks are noted on the underside rear bumper. I have easily polished out these blemishes. I wasn't aware they were there to be honest!