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automotive25 days ago•5 min saved

Two-Grand MR2: A Half-Finished RS200 Rally Homage Needs a Finisher

An unfinished 1993 Toyota MR2, heavily altered to resemble Ford's RS200 rally car and listed for $2,200 on Craigslist, looks the part from afar but is far from complete: the MR2's engine may not run, the bodywork is a rough homage, and substantial finishing would be required. While the RS200's rally legacy adds allure, the seller's price hinges on sweat equity, making it a risky buy for most but potentially rewarding for a dedicated fixer.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #craigslist #project-car

automotive2 months ago•2 min saved

Toyota MR2's Sequential Manual Transmission Slowed It Down

The third-generation Toyota MR2, launched in 1999, featured a sequential manual transmission inspired by racing technology, but it was slower and less reliable than a traditional manual gearbox, leading to criticism and its eventual discontinuation. Owners could opt for manual swaps due to the transmission's issues.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #car-reliability #car-technology

automotive2 years ago•2 min saved

Rare 1995 Toyota MR2 GT1 Road Car Driven for the First Time

The only 1995 Toyota MR2 GT1 road car ever built, known as the SARD MC8, is being driven on the road by its current owner, Instagram user @mc8_channel. Developed by Sigma Advanced Research Development, the MC8 features a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine and unique bodywork. Despite its unsuccessful racing career, the MC8 is now considered a highly sought-after MR2 and is being enjoyed as it was meant to be, making it a rare win-win situation for a GT1 homologation car.

via The Drive|

#automotive #endurance-racing #gt1-homologation-car