Toyota MR2 1.8 VVTi 2d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Not the cheapest, even second hand, and didn't achieve the trade-in price I'd hoped. Still, more smiles per pound than any other car I've owned.
Costs
Great service, cheap and very cheerful - I can't fault it.
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On the road
Driving
Great rear wheel drive, can be scary when first driven but you soon learn to love it!
Performance
Great free revving engine, quick off the mark and unbelievable when overtaking on country lanes. Never driven a car like it - a real sportscar.
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Living with it
Reliability
Had a repeating problem with water level dropping. Dealer unable to find fault and it eventually corrected itself.
Image
Ignore anyone that tells you it's only a women's car. Get behind the wheel and give it a go, you'll soon realise it is a powerful, quick, rear-wheel drive sports car. Looks great in blue, and really comes into it's own with the roof down.
Comfort
Good supportive sports seats. Cabin is 'cosy', but my wife and I managed to pack for a weeks holiday. You just need to be imaginative and pack in every space. Good in-built wind deflector, and roof is a doddle to put down even from the drivers seat.
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Security and Service
Security
Not tested, thankfully. Seems to be on a par with other rag tops, but you are more careful where you leave it than a normal car!
Service
Great on service and purchase, not so good at fault finding!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Problem with loss of water from coolant tank, resolved itself after a couple of visits to service.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes