Toyota MR2 1.8 VVTi 2d (AC) (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Well-priced. I am annoyed that you can only buy a hard-top with AC when the car is new. My car already has air con and they cannot (will not) sell me a hard top.
Costs
Basic servicing costs are reasonable, but extra work can be pricey.
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On the road
Driving
Like driving a go-kart on the road! Fantastic fun - just be careful in the wet!
Performance
The chassis yearns for a bit more power. Still good though, when you consider the price.
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Living with it
Reliability
It's a Toyota. 'Nuff said.
Image
Much less of a 'hairdressers' car than the MG or Mazda. I cannot believe how many people comment on what a great-looking car it is. In the right colour (metallic blue!), you cannot help looking back at it as you walk away!
Comfort
It's a sporty, fun drive. Does excactly what it says on the tin - You want 'comfort', buy a Mondeo!
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Security and Service
Security
Cat 1 alarm. Won't stop them cutting the roof though. The curse of the soft-top!
Service
My wife has taken the car in several times to have minor glitches looked at and has been, without fail, patronised in the extreme, making it clear they doubted what she said, until it was obvious that she was correct. Very helpful afterwards.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Nothing serious - a strange noise coming from the alternator drive-belt is all I can think of.
Other
All four tyres cracked badly after 11,000 miles. Dealer refused to let us drive the car when he saw them. Bridgestone paid 70% of replacement cost. Also annoying rattles in interior.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes