Toyota MR2 1986

Description:

In Brief:

• Great example of a highly desirable Mk I MR2
• Owned by The Vendor for the last 33 years
• V5 registration document shows just 2 previous owners from new
• Mileage on the odometer is correct and can be backed up by service history and MOT’s
• Invoices on file amount to over £7,000 worth of expenditure

On the Surface: This is a 1986 Toyota MR2 Mk1, finished in Red over a black and red cloth interior. It’s a highly desirable sunroof model that has been well maintained and stands in fantastic condition reflecting the care it has received over the years. The V5 document shows just 3 owners from new and it has been owned by The Vendor since 1991.

Maintenance & History: The car’s exceptional condition is no doubt helped by the fact it has always been garaged while in the Vendor’s ownership. This MR2 comes with a wealth of historical documentation. Included are the original Toyota handbook, Owner’s Handbook, dealers directory and a comprehensive service record. The service history is extensive featuring 19 service stamps between 1986 at 600 miles and 2005 at 71,936 miles. Additionally, there are MOT certificates dating back to 1991, with the current MOT valid until 16/11/2024. The Vendor notes that the cambelt was replaced in 2022, of which there is an invoice on file amounting to £597.33 to back this up. There are also invoices on file amounting to over £7,000, the original purchase invoice from 1991 for £6,500, a complete original Toyota toolkit and 2 keys. The car’s mileage of 74,314 is accurate, supported by the service history and subsequent invoices, averaging just under 2,000 miles per year.

The Model: The Toyota MR2 is a line of two-seater, mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports cars, manufactured in Japan and marketed globally by Toyota. The name MR2 stands for either “mid-ship run-about 2-seater” or “mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-seater”. This example is powered by a 1.6-litre inline-4 engine, producing 122 BHP. The power is transmitted through a manual gearbox to the rear wheels, enabling the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 7.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 124 mph.

Sale Insight: This 1986 Toyota MR2 is an exceptional example. A remarkable combination of low ownership, rich historical documentation and condition forces this car to stand out amongst other examples while also making it a highly desirable vehicle for collectors and enthusiasts.