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Toyota’s MR2 has the distinction of being Japan’s first mid-engined rear-wheel-drive car when it was introduced in 1984. Despite the layout being the preserve of top-tier sports cars and supercars, the MR2 was aimed at being a small, economical, and sporty car that would have driver-delighting handling characteristics. It focused on thrifty thrills, and was more adept at carving up corners deftly, than burning rubber or dominating the dragstrip. Produced over three generations, this 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder belongs to the third generation. It’s from California and reported to have a smidge over 500 original miles, making it possibly the lowest-mileage MR2 in the US. The original build sheet and paperwork are available with the sale, as are the two original keys.
The MR2’s mid-engined layout lent the two-seater a distinctive silhouette from the side. This 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder comes in black, with its original wheels and tires, and black convertible top. This car is relatively diminutive, and its small size is most apparent in person. This also makes it very easy to drive and park and turns a lot of heads wherever you go. Not surprising, as it’s just 153 inches long and 66.7 inches wide. The interior is also in black, featuring black leather seats for the two occupants, power windows, power door locks, air conditioning and the original Toyota AM/FM/Tape/CD radio. The driver sits behind a chunky three-spoke steering wheel with a trio of white-faced gauges in front. This steering wheel features buttons for shifting the five-speed semi-automatic transmission, and cruise control is present too.
The MR2’s ethos of being an economical sports car meant that you won’t find a large-capacity engine under its rear hood. For the third generation, Toyota went with their 1.8L (109ci) 1ZZ-FED gasoline four-cylinder engine. That’s the powerplant that propels this 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder. It’s a DOHC design with four valves per cylinder, and VVT (Variable Valve Timing) on the intake valves, allowing it to make 138hp at 6,400rpm and 126lb.ft at 4,400rpm. The power is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed SMT or Sequential Manual Transmission, which can be shifted by the driver through buttons on the steering wheel, or via the gearstick. This car is reported to have had all its fluids flushed and hoses replaced in June 2019.
Toyota is one of the best-selling car manufacturers in the world, offering millions of American consumers reliable transportation for their daily needs. However, the Japanese automaker is also responsible for providing the enthusiasts with some of the best and most memorable sports cars that have since become revered by all. Names like Celica, Supra, and Trueno are all on the wishlists of many JDM fans. So, too is our featured car: a 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo Coupe. The MR-2 name stands for “Midship Runabout,” with this sports coupe featuring a mid-engine layout and rear-wheel drive. This example includes the potent 3S-GTE turbocharged engine, and a manual transmission, making this a proper driver’s car, plus an instant modern classic.
Toyota, synonymous with reliability, sometimes veers into the realm of predictability. However, amidst this precision-focused automaker, a gem emerges, and it takes the form of the 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder. This compact roadster, with a mere 89,000 miles on the clock, offers a unique avenue to elevate your weekend drives and savor the thrill of the road.
Toyota's MR2 line-up of mid-engined sports cars ran between 1984 and 2007. Renowned for their entertaining handling characteristics and perky nature, the MR2 was well-received wherever it was sold. That includes the United States, which enjoyed examples such as this 1991 Toyota MR2. A second-generation model, it's done just under 80,000 miles to get here and comes with the desirable T-bar roof. If you're looking for a fun sports car to liven up your weekend drives or even serve as a daily driver, this car is worthy of serious consideration.
The Toyota Land Cruiser: It’s one of the top off-roaders in the world, with a rich history dating back to 1951, making it Toyota’s longest-running nameplate. For many, a Land Cruiser is the best four-by-four, full stop. Others have made similar vehicles and continue to do so, but few can touch a properly driven and purposefully upgraded Land Cruiser in the truly rough stuff of the wilderness. Plus, the Land Cruiser has a distinctive reputation for reliability that few of its rivals can even come close to. There’s a popular saying “others may take you there but a Land Cruiser will bring you home”. So, if you’re a Land Cruiser aficionado or just looking to buy a weekend off-roader, check out this 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 Restomod from Dania Beach, Florida. With a full restoration under its belt, this timeless machine has reportedly done just 185 miles since then, and packs some neat modern features too.
In the Nineties, Toyota went a bit misty-eyed. They released a limited-production vehicle called the Toyota Classic. Inspired by the Toyota AA from the 1930s, the Classic sat on a Toyota Hilux platform and came with its running gear. This interesting pastiche of 1930s styling with 1990s mechanicals is supremely rare nowadays. Toyota sold just 100 units and charged US$ 75,000 for each one. So it isn’t often that a Toyota Classic comes our way, and yet, here we are. Say Konichiwa (Hello in Japanese) to this 1997 Toyota Classic from Chesterfield, Virginia. An excellent addition to a discerning collector’s lot, this curio has done over 230,000 miles which tells us two things. One, it’s pleasant to live with or else it wouldn’t have been driven this much. Two, it’s your typical bulletproof Toyota or it wouldn’t have survived. The way we see it, with the relevant maintenance, this vehicle can easily head for 500,000 miles!
The Toyota Land Cruiser is the most well-known Japanese four by four on the market. There’s no two words about it. Introduced in 1951, the nameplate is Toyota’s longest-running one to date. There have been many series, broken up into heavy duty, light duty and station wagon segments. Today’s 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ80 comes from the J80 series from the station wagon line-up. The J80 ran between 1990 and 1997, and was considered to be the first luxury Land Cruiser to emerge from this hallowed line-up. Our vehicle in question resides in Chesterfield, Virginia, and was imported into the United States in 2024. With just under 66,000 miles on the clock, this iconic off-roader could be yours.
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