I just got an 01 MR2, it was a rescue car it sat under a tree for 4yrs, I put some fresh gas and a new battery in it and it fired right up first try. Gotta love Toyota reliability, such a fun car I love it to death.
You don't see them that often bc the rear engine takes Soo much time to work on especially when something small needs to be replaced and it gets very costly at shops to get it repaired
I bought one of these in 2003 and it was an absolute blast to own. I still kick myself to this day for selling it due to a move. It is the absolute best car. I looked at them all too. From the Miata to the Lotus to Honda S2000 to the BMW Z3 and others. Drove them all. This car was the best, the most fun, and I never had any problems with it.
I had an 01, didn't like the 1zz but I was stationed in Guam and loved driving it around. I did put ppe exhaust and k sport coilovers on it which made it a bit more fun.
In regards to the comparison between the lotus and the MRS/MR2 Spyder, there was an article written that compared this, the cayman and the Elise. They are, imo the best comparisons due to pricing, capabilities, and features. Obviously, the Yota is an example of entry-level midship fun and the Elise being the more intense example. The spread between the Elise and the MR2/MRS is quite a leap, even with the 2zz, as the Elise has specially designed suspension that is dialed to the already super light/stiff chassis. Now, it would be a shame to dismiss the enjoyment I have with my MRS (😉 pun intended) however they are a magnitude apart in regards to pricing and capabilities. Nonetheless, they are both exceptional at what they do, and that is put a smile on your face. I know my actual Mrs. Wouldn't have as much fun daily driving the Elise over the MR2 unless she found the right pedal more often, of course.
By the way, if you ever play GTA IV, the Turismo engine is pretty much exactly how the MR2 sounds in real life. The MR2 Spyder sounds amazing in real life. I used to take it for trips in the mountains and to the beach. I would drive it just to drive it. It is that fun.
Listen to how it stays in cam. It all depends on how you shift. Do it right, you'll stay in lift 1st-3rd no problem. Not the same story with a 5 speed unfortunately.
@@sayhiwhenyouseeme we used to have to bang the limiter in my buddies Elise to get it to stay on cam, made it really difficult to nail it when you were pushing the car on a back road.
Why they ever came with 1zz as standard is just plain stupid. The 1zz was an economy motor, boring, it made ok torque but thats it, it didnt even have a significant displacment like the 5s fe did in the celcia. As somone has already stated, the way this car is set up, lsd, 6 speed gear box, and 2zz ge, is how this shouldve came, like a true sports car.
Okay so i need to figure something out off subject. Do you have a twin.. cause A to Z RC Channel guy is like your twin with a beard. Even the voice is the same. Maybe im just bugging and my algorithm is doing weird things lol.
VVTL-i just kicked in, yo
5:35 there was a cup holder between the seats in the back you forgot to do a BFB test in it
Matrix XRS/Vibe GT also had the 2ZZ
And corolla XRS
I just got an 01 MR2, it was a rescue car it sat under a tree for 4yrs, I put some fresh gas and a new battery in it and it fired right up first try. Gotta love Toyota reliability, such a fun car I love it to death.
This is the way they should have came from the factory.
That crossover is way more dramatic than my vibe gt ever was. Even had a cat back and a CAI
I have the Celica GTS 6-speed and love it, but I’ve wanted to get an MR2 to swap & add to the garage for years.
the owner's Spyder badge placement is heinous
It's weird that you never see these cars but old Boxters are everywhere. MR2s are solid reliable and somewhat sporty cars.
You don't see them that often bc the rear engine takes Soo much time to work on especially when something small needs to be replaced and it gets very costly at shops to get it repaired
Somewhat is an understatement. These things handle and maintain speed through corners 🖤
I bought one of these in 2003 and it was an absolute blast to own. I still kick myself to this day for selling it due to a move. It is the absolute best car. I looked at them all too. From the Miata to the Lotus to Honda S2000 to the BMW Z3 and others. Drove them all. This car was the best, the most fun, and I never had any problems with it.
I had an 01, didn't like the 1zz but I was stationed in Guam and loved driving it around. I did put ppe exhaust and k sport coilovers on it which made it a bit more fun.
In regards to the comparison between the lotus and the MRS/MR2 Spyder, there was an article written that compared this, the cayman and the Elise. They are, imo the best comparisons due to pricing, capabilities, and features. Obviously, the Yota is an example of entry-level midship fun and the Elise being the more intense example. The spread between the Elise and the MR2/MRS is quite a leap, even with the 2zz, as the Elise has specially designed suspension that is dialed to the already super light/stiff chassis. Now, it would be a shame to dismiss the enjoyment I have with my MRS (😉 pun intended) however they are a magnitude apart in regards to pricing and capabilities. Nonetheless, they are both exceptional at what they do, and that is put a smile on your face. I know my actual Mrs. Wouldn't have as much fun daily driving the Elise over the MR2 unless she found the right pedal more often, of course.
My mr2 2zz has ppe header and tuned to lift at 5800 and magnaflow cat but it's just SO LOUD I'm older might sell after a week unless I can quiet it!!
Beautiful induction sound, must sound even better being so close to the driver in open air
By the way, if you ever play GTA IV, the Turismo engine is pretty much exactly how the MR2 sounds in real life. The MR2 Spyder sounds amazing in real life. I used to take it for trips in the mountains and to the beach. I would drive it just to drive it. It is that fun.
Listen how the car falls off cam! Most people don’t realize the Elise does the same thing, even if you hit the limiter.
I was going to comment the same. He should tune the vvt to turn on earlier so it doesn't fall off cam on shifts.
Listen to how it stays in cam. It all depends on how you shift. Do it right, you'll stay in lift 1st-3rd no problem. Not the same story with a 5 speed unfortunately.
@@sayhiwhenyouseeme we used to have to bang the limiter in my buddies Elise to get it to stay on cam, made it really difficult to nail it when you were pushing the car on a back road.
Great Car I sometimes wish my 07 Toyota Corolla was a Stick Shift, Really Cool T-shirts.
In other markets you could get navigation where the cubby is
Thought it said 2jz (The famous Supra I-6 engine). Was wondering how they got that to fit.
That's a cool machine! Thanks Zack!
Bought one couple days ago, k24 turbo incoming.
Why they ever came with 1zz as standard is just plain stupid. The 1zz was an economy motor, boring, it made ok torque but thats it, it didnt even have a significant displacment like the 5s fe did in the celcia. As somone has already stated, the way this car is set up, lsd, 6 speed gear box, and 2zz ge, is how this shouldve came, like a true sports car.
the lack of a roll bar tho, scary.
Watching live from Malawi 🇲🇼
That mr2 needs a 9k rpm rev counter for that engine
the 3am banger is so cool
The laugh makes me know how you feel on the performance 😅😅😅😅😅💥
Mister Two!
Okay so i need to figure something out off subject. Do you have a twin.. cause A to Z RC Channel guy is like your twin with a beard. Even the voice is the same. Maybe im just bugging and my algorithm is doing weird things lol.
Sounds like a handsome guy!
The different shirts 😮. You always wear the same color!
I then realized it's merch. ❤
I love this car.
Nice
your make feel like a 2zz ge engey
I own one and it's better than a lotus Elise. A bit heavier but more balanced. This title is a stupid cliche
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉