Toyota MR2 GT 1993

Description:

In Brief:

• Desirable ‘GT’ trim level MR2 with the T-bar roof
• Finished in Goodwood Green Metallic over a Black half-leather, half-alcantara interior
• Owned by The Vendor for the last 6 years
• Imported to the UK in October 2018
• Comes with very good history from it’s time in the UK

On the Surface: A beautiful second-generation Toyota MR2 GT, this 1993 model is finished in the striking Goodwood Green Metallic, complemented by a Black half-leather, half-alcantara interior and sitting on eye-catching Gold alloys. This example features the desirable T-Bar roof. Imported into the UK on 01/10/2018, this car is now being offered for sale by The Vendor, who has owned it since 29/10/2018, for the past 6 years.

Maintenance & History: While some of the car’s earlier history is unavailable due to its importation, there are records of extensive servicing and upkeep during its time in the UK. The history file contains invoices amounting to over £8,000 in maintenance costs, ensuring the car has been well cared for. Additionally, the original Toyota MR2 instruction manual is included, though it is written in Japanese due to it being the original instruction manual before it’s importation.

The Model: The Toyota MR2 went through a significant redesign in 1989, resulting in the larger and more refined SW20 model. Often referred to as a “baby Ferrari” or “poor man’s Ferrari” due to its design similarities with the Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS or 348, the SW20 MR2 offered sleeker styling and an enhanced driving experience compared to it’s predecessor. Toyota invested significant time and effort fine-tuning its handling, even consulting renowned race car drivers like Dan Gurney. As a Japanese import, this MR2 comes with the sought-after GT trim level, which was not available in the European market. The GT features a turbocharged 2-litre engine that produces 168 bhp, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, delivering a thrilling 0-60 mph time of 7.7 seconds. In addition to its powerful performance, the GT trim offered luxurious appointments, including Alcantara/leather door and seat trims, electronic climate control, and two-stage air conditioning.

Sale Insight: The Vendor is reluctantly selling this stunning MR2 due to an upcoming house move, which will no longer provide the space needed to store the car. This presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, rare GT-spec MR2 with the T-bar roof.