Have you got any info about these 2 cars im checking out?
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Hi All,
As you've probably read my previous threads, Tomorrow i'm checking out a mk2 mx5 and a mk3 mr2.
The details:
Mk2 MX5: Jap Import 1998, Imported to NI in 1999 then moved to the UK in 2000, It is a limited edition JDM version with raised rev limiter compared to UK spec, Torsen LSD, 1.8, Everything original OEM, 65k Miles , well looked after and almost no rust, £1500 spent on her last April in repairs, service and chain.
Managed to beat the price down to : £1550 which seems a bargain. Only issue is a small dent in the wing which is cheap to fix or replace.
The second car is a a MK3 Toyota MR2: 2006 plate meaning no Pre cats and last edition as far as I know as well as after speaking to the owner found out she doesn't burn oil either, Obviously has an LSD and all the other toys as its a UK spec car which on these I believe was the top spec in terms of sales in foreign countries outsider of Japan. MOT suggests its well sorted with fairly low mileage and seems a clean example too. Managed to beat the price down to : £1700 which also seems very fair.
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Any of you guys know anything about these? Or any tips on which one I should pick up ?
As you've probably read my previous threads, Tomorrow i'm checking out a mk2 mx5 and a mk3 mr2.
The details:
Mk2 MX5: Jap Import 1998, Imported to NI in 1999 then moved to the UK in 2000, It is a limited edition JDM version with raised rev limiter compared to UK spec, Torsen LSD, 1.8, Everything original OEM, 65k Miles , well looked after and almost no rust, £1500 spent on her last April in repairs, service and chain.
Managed to beat the price down to : £1550 which seems a bargain. Only issue is a small dent in the wing which is cheap to fix or replace.
The second car is a a MK3 Toyota MR2: 2006 plate meaning no Pre cats and last edition as far as I know as well as after speaking to the owner found out she doesn't burn oil either, Obviously has an LSD and all the other toys as its a UK spec car which on these I believe was the top spec in terms of sales in foreign countries outsider of Japan. MOT suggests its well sorted with fairly low mileage and seems a clean example too. Managed to beat the price down to : £1700 which also seems very fair.
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|https://thumbsnap.com/ouO2j3ZY[/url]
Any of you guys know anything about these? Or any tips on which one I should pick up ?
Edited by ThatredGTI on Friday 14th February 12:48
MightyBadger said:
Check for rot in all the common mk2 places. Drive both then decide which you like the feel of best, buy the one that makes you smile most.
Will do mate, I know the MX5's Gremlins are rust but MR2 should be fairly good in terms of that I think, I'm sort of just happy with either one of them as long as they are good however I don't want to get one and the regret not getting the other haha.As expected - a quick check of the Mx5 MOT and...
"Nearside Rear sill corroded but not excessive"
if it's showing enough to be an advisory on last years MOT then it's going to need welding inside a year or two.
ETA
the MR2s MOT history doesn't look fantastic either regarding the suspension mount rust, having chased rust on several JDM cars over the years I wouldn't be rushing to pull the trigger on either personally.
If I was buying an MR2 right now, I would probably take a good look at this one-
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202...
"Nearside Rear sill corroded but not excessive"
if it's showing enough to be an advisory on last years MOT then it's going to need welding inside a year or two.
ETA
the MR2s MOT history doesn't look fantastic either regarding the suspension mount rust, having chased rust on several JDM cars over the years I wouldn't be rushing to pull the trigger on either personally.
If I was buying an MR2 right now, I would probably take a good look at this one-
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202...
Edited by designforlife on Friday 14th February 13:47
designforlife said:
As expected - a quick check of the Mx5 MOT and...
"Nearside Rear sill corroded but not excessive"
if it's showing enough to be an advisory on last years MOT then it's going to need welding inside a year or two.
ETA
the MR2s MOT history doesn't look fantastic either regarding the suspension mount rust, having chased rust on several JDM cars over the years I wouldn't be rushing to pull the trigger on either personally.
Yeah that is a fair point, However that's something I take into an account and i'm happy with. Last car I had I invested £2000 into, "Nearside Rear sill corroded but not excessive"
if it's showing enough to be an advisory on last years MOT then it's going to need welding inside a year or two.
ETA
the MR2s MOT history doesn't look fantastic either regarding the suspension mount rust, having chased rust on several JDM cars over the years I wouldn't be rushing to pull the trigger on either personally.
Edited by designforlife on Friday 14th February 13:43
I think personally these are fairly priced, the MOT doesn't suggest nothing too major on the MR2 and whilst the mx5 does have some slight bubbling on the rear right arch it is to be expected for the age and price, Might still stay on the lookout but yeah.
Up to you really, you can either spend more up front and get a cleaner example, or get a cheap one and spend money having rust and bodywork sorted...
However I would say from experience that rust does have a nasty habit of coming back, i've had repair work done and has rust come back through within 6-12 months.
Having been through the mill with this a few times I would far rather pay more these days and get something totally rust free, underseal it, then not have to worry about it.
Up to you at the end of the day, but sometimes you have to go through this stuff and just experience the process. Proper rust repair isn't cheap, you could easily spend the cost of the car and then some by the time you've had offending areas cut out, new panels and plates welded in, then painting done.
My current Toyota is 20 years old but basically spotless underneath, it's so nice not having to chase rust for once!
However I would say from experience that rust does have a nasty habit of coming back, i've had repair work done and has rust come back through within 6-12 months.
Having been through the mill with this a few times I would far rather pay more these days and get something totally rust free, underseal it, then not have to worry about it.
Up to you at the end of the day, but sometimes you have to go through this stuff and just experience the process. Proper rust repair isn't cheap, you could easily spend the cost of the car and then some by the time you've had offending areas cut out, new panels and plates welded in, then painting done.
My current Toyota is 20 years old but basically spotless underneath, it's so nice not having to chase rust for once!
designforlife said:
Up to you really, you can either spend more up front and get a cleaner example, or get a cheap one and spend money having rust and bodywork sorted...
However I would say from experience that rust does have a nasty habit of coming back, i've had repair work done and has rust come back through within 6-12 months.
Having been through the mill with this a few times I would far rather pay more these days and get something totally rust free, underseal it, then not have to worry about it.
Up to you at the end of the day, but sometimes you have to go through this stuff and just experience the process. Proper rust repair isn't cheap, you could easily spend the cost of the car and then some by the time you've had offending areas cut out, new panels and plates welded in, then painting done.
My current Toyota is 20 years old but basically spotless underneath, it's so nice not having to chase rust for once!
Yeah I see what you mean, so what do you suggest? I look for Mr2's with no advisories on MOT? suggesting there's no real corrosion and then inspect them upon arrival.However I would say from experience that rust does have a nasty habit of coming back, i've had repair work done and has rust come back through within 6-12 months.
Having been through the mill with this a few times I would far rather pay more these days and get something totally rust free, underseal it, then not have to worry about it.
Up to you at the end of the day, but sometimes you have to go through this stuff and just experience the process. Proper rust repair isn't cheap, you could easily spend the cost of the car and then some by the time you've had offending areas cut out, new panels and plates welded in, then painting done.
My current Toyota is 20 years old but basically spotless underneath, it's so nice not having to chase rust for once!
ThatredGTI said:
designforlife said:
Up to you really, you can either spend more up front and get a cleaner example, or get a cheap one and spend money having rust and bodywork sorted...
However I would say from experience that rust does have a nasty habit of coming back, i've had repair work done and has rust come back through within 6-12 months.
Having been through the mill with this a few times I would far rather pay more these days and get something totally rust free, underseal it, then not have to worry about it.
Up to you at the end of the day, but sometimes you have to go through this stuff and just experience the process. Proper rust repair isn't cheap, you could easily spend the cost of the car and then some by the time you've had offending areas cut out, new panels and plates welded in, then painting done.
My current Toyota is 20 years old but basically spotless underneath, it's so nice not having to chase rust for once!
Yeah I see what you mean, so what do you suggest? I look for Mr2's with no advisories on MOT? suggesting there's no real corrosion and then inspect them upon arrival.However I would say from experience that rust does have a nasty habit of coming back, i've had repair work done and has rust come back through within 6-12 months.
Having been through the mill with this a few times I would far rather pay more these days and get something totally rust free, underseal it, then not have to worry about it.
Up to you at the end of the day, but sometimes you have to go through this stuff and just experience the process. Proper rust repair isn't cheap, you could easily spend the cost of the car and then some by the time you've had offending areas cut out, new panels and plates welded in, then painting done.
My current Toyota is 20 years old but basically spotless underneath, it's so nice not having to chase rust for once!
On my last car I bought it purely on the strength of photos of the underside from the seller - you could have flipped the car over and eaten your dinner off the chassis.
Look out for recent jap imports rather than UK cars, if they've been imported 5 years ago or less then the bodywork *should* be rust free and solid. My last 3 Jap cars have been imports and I porbably wouldn't buy a UKDM Japanese car again unless it was pretty new... the salt on our roads just royally f*cks them up.
MR2 Mk3s are good but they are quite picky apparently, if you want to modify it, put sick rims on it etc then you need to be careful as it throws out the balance and affects the handling massively.
Check the rear subframe for rust on the MR2, they are one of the first places to go apparently.
I bought one this week and they are incredibly fun. Although I think I've got rod knock so perhaps wasn't my finest buy. I'm glad to have a project though.
My advice would be to drive both before you buy and see which you prefer... also MR2 has very little storage space if you plan on taking luggage to places.
Check the rear subframe for rust on the MR2, they are one of the first places to go apparently.
I bought one this week and they are incredibly fun. Although I think I've got rod knock so perhaps wasn't my finest buy. I'm glad to have a project though.
My advice would be to drive both before you buy and see which you prefer... also MR2 has very little storage space if you plan on taking luggage to places.
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