My problem with mr2 anything is if I want big power I'll need a e153 transmission. Which are rare. And have no more rebuild kits. So it's either that. Or going with Honda k's to make a cheap nsx. Since they got bullet proof transmissions.
I had 92 MR2 non turbo but I put one in it and some other small modification and honestly that was my daily driver and that's one car I wish I never lost! This was my second car I ever owned got it in 2005 with 168,000 and when o wrecked it in 2012 had 216,000 and the rear and front was smashed but it sure did start right up.... Bought mine for 3500 bucks back then and it's just crazy how much some are going for now! I always thought this was the best looking Toyota built and I still get excited when I see one on the road always was a rare site to see atleast in ohio
@@Electronica27 all turbo models run a e153 transmission I'm over 1000nm on mine and it's fine. Another option if you 2GR swapping it then there is the DQ250 option now. I'm thinking of switching to that next year for my 2GR turbo MR2.
@@dylan4972 dq250 from volkswagen with a toyota 2gr??? or is that referring to something else? Never heard of doing that trans swap before. I've heard of using other E transmission such as the e351 out of a Scion but that's about it.
Great video! Loved all the cuts during like the washing and garage door opening, nice editing! Also "more room then in my moms NSX", nice shuttle flex!
That's awesome. Reminds me of a neighbor I used to have probably back in the early 90s. He used to fly down the street in his while giving me thumbs up. Sounded awesome. Hope to see this one back on the channel for some mods.
Great video! I have a 93 stock turbo in black! I've had it 5 yes now and looking forward to making it my daily driver! I'm so glade to have found one of these rare gems.
from 17 to 22 i had an MR2, absolutely LOVED that car. Now at 38, 3 kids and happily married, low key looking for one of these for the oldest's first car (just so i can drive it lol) super fun car, and it's a Toyota, so it last forever!!! Should I, or should I not??
@@jonnytoast yes, and no- it was my first car, learned about snap oversteer really quickly, the car is so well balanced, once you learn to let it centre itself, you can pretty much accelerate and let go of the wheel and it'll straighten out on its own!!! Such a great vehicle!
Great video with crew involved. Have a 91T original owner. Still have a thrill when driving and afterwards. Have been told these (early Toyotas) are set to take off by an insurance man SF. These are unique autos.
@@Mike_Atwell still trying to figure it out. Need to get it back on the lift to check to make sure everything is tight. Almost feels like something came out of alignment. It’s only an issue on the 30psi setting. Goes straight when it’s turned down.
Great price on the car. Makes me feel great on what I could possibly get for mine. I don't know if you noticed or not the hood popped open when he drove off at the end. These cars have issues with the latches letting go.
Nice mr2! Isn't this the version called the "widow maker"? I remember that this first version had snap oversteer if you pushed it to hard. The facelift version had better suspension en somewhat wider tires.
if I see a oil light i eeeeemediately check it and the oil pressure sender. Any "new to you" unknown car should be religiously checked. fluids. belts and belt engine accessories. tire date and wear. transaxle, tranny fluid. brakes. coolant, hoses, clamps. ive seen far too many noobs think they are ok untilllll. "i was cruising and enjoying life, basking in tunes and ac then knock,knock,knock. dont get comfortable with a old Sweet ride listening to tunes until you have gone thru her. Top that blinker fluid, grease the muffler bearings and make dang sure the flux capacitor tests @ or around 1.21 jiggawatts. Take note noobs. Good work Scrap Life Garage!!!
Just hang in to it a little longer. Money in the bank! Just look at what supras are selling for now, early sw20 turbo MR2s are the next gold rush. Guaranteed
Long term project vs short term project. Bolting on some suspension is a lot less time consuming than completely over hauling a car lol. She is getting there tho!
I am excited and disappointed to hear this. As I have wanted to do this for a while and didn’t realize anyone had done it yet. We may have been looking at a fwd impala in a recent auction lot walk thru for this specific reason. 😁
Always thought 5sfe engine was underrated, no u can't get HP out of it like the 2zz but I honestly think it's more reliable... Hell I had 300 HP going into it and ik that's not a lot by today's standards but in 2006 a year after I got mine I swear that car was scary fast...
