Another AW11 MR2 - slightly modified
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Hi Ph'ers
I'm a long time lurker, 2nd time poster. I'm a personal member of a few MR2 owners clubs and through my work, many other car clubs.
I thought some of you would like to see my pride and joy Mk1 Mr2
The MR2 started out as a UK spec Mk1 (b).
In 2006 it had an engine transplant from a 1992 Mr2 turbo, this was carried out by a company called Woodsport who specialise in all things MR2. The old (4AGE) engine produced 122BHP, the new (3SGTE) engine produces 220BHP standard and with a few tweeks now puts out over 250BHP. Obviously with the extra power, the MR2 needs a few supporting modifications, I have now added a full suspension set up with polybushes and also larager front brakes taken from a Celica. You'd be amazed at how many parts are transferrable from different Toyota models!
In 2007 the Mr2 underwent a full body restoration including a custom wide arch kit for the rear arches and respray in the original Toyota gunmetal grey.
My Mr2 is 'work in progress' and will be undergoing a few more changes in the future.
I hope you like!
I'm a long time lurker, 2nd time poster. I'm a personal member of a few MR2 owners clubs and through my work, many other car clubs.
I thought some of you would like to see my pride and joy Mk1 Mr2
The MR2 started out as a UK spec Mk1 (b).
In 2006 it had an engine transplant from a 1992 Mr2 turbo, this was carried out by a company called Woodsport who specialise in all things MR2. The old (4AGE) engine produced 122BHP, the new (3SGTE) engine produces 220BHP standard and with a few tweeks now puts out over 250BHP. Obviously with the extra power, the MR2 needs a few supporting modifications, I have now added a full suspension set up with polybushes and also larager front brakes taken from a Celica. You'd be amazed at how many parts are transferrable from different Toyota models!
In 2007 the Mr2 underwent a full body restoration including a custom wide arch kit for the rear arches and respray in the original Toyota gunmetal grey.
My Mr2 is 'work in progress' and will be undergoing a few more changes in the future.
I hope you like!
Edited by charged on Thursday 30th October 11:51
well done, bet that movesCheers.. Weight is unknown, but probably heavier than you'd think. I'd say 1100Kgs (guesstimate).
It does shift. I ran a 13.3 quarter mile a couple of weeks ago on my first run of the day, and that was with a dodgy start and lazy finish. Unfortunately it snapped a driveshaft on run number 2! The car is a test of patience at times but I wouldn't change it/sell it for the world.
It does shift. I ran a 13.3 quarter mile a couple of weeks ago on my first run of the day, and that was with a dodgy start and lazy finish. Unfortunately it snapped a driveshaft on run number 2! The car is a test of patience at times but I wouldn't change it/sell it for the world.
Edited by charged on Thursday 30th October 11:50
charged said:
Flying Toilet said:
Is that first pic taken at Willen Lake in Milton Keynes?
I dont know the name of the lake but yes, it was by a lake in MK. Good spot!
Sweet car, loving it.
RogMcDodge said:
But seriously a very cool car. Sleeper-esque.
i bet you've surprised a few people?
Thanks! The original plan was to keep it completely standard looking (original wheels etc) but one thing led to another, I'm sure you know how it is! The red B reg Mk1 in the picture is completely standard, and will stay that way. i bet you've surprised a few people?
The car has the potential to surprise some very expensive manchinery but it is quite rare I use that power on the roads because you are up to silly speeds in no time.. but in answer to your question, I think the Carrera 4S driver I encountered one day got a bit of a shock : )
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