Edit - took me roughly 7 hours to do the fuel pump on this car with filming which is all in the next episode! I am starting to really like the wheels that are on the car aswell i dont know what you think?
I would keep that car,it’s a classic!!.what you should do is have a raffle,I would slip you a Mickey and I’m the winner.honestly though,your very lucky to have that car,good luck mate😉😉😉😉😉😉😉
Regarding the windscreen. Make sure when you order the replacement it is bronze colour. Imports are bronze, so if you fit the UK green glass it will look wrong. Also make sure a correct trim is used. A lot of people fit a universal trim which looks wrong. Shame I'm not closer I'd live to come over and fit a screen for you. Dust off the tools as it's been a fair few years since I was in the trade now.
Well, you say they rust, but really they’re not bad. In the 1970s, when Toyota first appeared on the UK/Irish scene, the new Corollas were leaving flakes of rust on the showroom floors. But the Japanese are not stupid. They listened and took on board the only real problem we had with their super luxuriously appointed budget cars. Within a few years, they got to grips with moisture traps and even did a bit of corrosion protection and, it quickly became rare to see a Japanese colander on the roads. Even the scrapyards were populated by mechanical/electrical failures, due to maintenance issues, rather than dissolving in the rain. I’m hopeful for the floor of my freebie Yaris, despite being full of water and alien life forms, since January!
Brilliant episode, nice solid car, shows the value of jdm imports that havent been dragged through countless UK winters on salt laden roads. This car will be a cracker
As a previous owner of a mark 2 MR2 I enjoyed this video 🙂. You are ver lucky with the lack of rust, they rust for fun. Also mine used to eat alternators as the water would drop into it from the deck.
What a great car, loads of potential. It’s worthy of a full restoration. That red would pop with a fresh coat. As a detailing addict, I can’t wait to see the interior scrubbed up! Keep the episodes coming.
I’m impressed it finally ran with only 3 cylinders tops . A good electrical service should have it running on 4 again. Plugs,leads, dizzy cap clean up- No nasty mechanical sounds which is a bonus.
really nice tidy car. it deserves more loving for sure. I bet it was one heck of a cool car back in the day. gotta be worth money now or getting more desirable as a classic
My favourite episode so far... mostly as the second car I ever bought was practically the same. A Japanese import MR2 SW20, G-Limited, but in black, no targa roof and with a manual box. It was my first sports model, and I loved it... until on one sad journey it ate ALL of its oil and the engine big end failed. So off to the great race track in the sky it went... Gone, but not forgotten!
Rear calipers known for seizing up on these. The random plug goes onto the engine cover temp sensor that activates the side intake fan. If unplugged the fan will run constantly. Great project and fab content 👌
Loving the content! Every episode just seems to get better. The Panhard series was my fave but looks like it may be replaced by this stonking MR2. A car that decent just deserves to be reborn. Looking forward to how it turns out. Keep it up Ben 👌
This is my favorite Chanel now. I love this guy.I am certified mechanic and I love how he just gets stuck in and eventually sorts it.A refreshing change from the soft woke and week young apprentices of today,but why the helldo Poms carry a mug of tea who the hell does that?😊
This is the best end of life car ever, superb condition both bodily and underneath is fantastic. Love all your videos, great project car cannot wait for next episode
All things considered tge MR2 is in fantastic condition. It deserves full restoration. However I fined the OEM/stock wheels boring, but some people like everything completely factory.
The older I get, the more interested in am in cars I didn't find interesting when they were released. I think the joy of driving has overcome me Vs the desire for power and status! Amazing channel Ben, the only to make me LOL.
A clay bar and 2 stage machine polish and a wax would bring back 80 percent of that paintwork back even some of the more heavy bleached areas . That would probably do and it would look very respectable .. but seeing how clean it is .. I think a respray with its original colour would do it justice 👌
My late dad had one of these back in the day, reg was extremely similar to yours J735 HTY. Was a lovely black UK example in around 2000. I was around 13 at the time and remember the immense sound of the K and N filter it had on. Always had a soft spot for them.
Great car, and given it’s the UK, I can get over the lack of rust! I reckon it’s definitely worth a proper restoration, and as such - refinishing the factory wheels would be worth it. PS. Did the Patreon thing. Big fan of channels like yours, Pollitts Projects, Backshed.
Lovely wee car,,i like the black wheels thats on it,,shame there is no centre caps on them,,but what a brilliant find,,could this one be a keeper,,look forward to the next episode on it,,
I'm not mechanically minded but have always been interested in cars.. this has to be one of the most interesting ones, so far. We'll worth a second chance, It has the potential to be a proper tasty classic.
Edge of my seat, watching the carpet reveal. The only Toyota I’ve ever actually owned, myself, is doing a similar garden pond impression and I will have the same smelly exploration to do, whenever I’m fit enough.
Nice project - well worth sorting due to the underneath. Get it undersealed ASAP as it won't stay like that for long. I like the patina - It's LDV post office/Corsa MK1 style - Would like to see what a bit of farecla would do before you give it a blow over. Alloys are ok but nothing special, and you don't have the HFH (hose from hell) as it's non turbo. Looking forward to the next installment, and I have patreonised you.
Now this is more like it 😊I have a late 1992 red one of these rev 2 t-bar import and a turbo 3SGTE, bought it in 2007 it was imported in 2005 and completely rust free it comes out during the summer and packed away at winter, goes like shit of a shovel and other than an alternator which died before it's time due to a very common fault with these cam cover gaskets its very very reliable car and lovely to drive it's the first car I've ever owned to have subwoofers behind the seats as stock the sound system is pretty awesome once you uprate the speakers i replaced all mine and now it sounds incredible, brilliant car, when me and my wife were courting we used to bomb around this thinking we were something we weren't lol😂 great times not very practical with the kids now though, mines got a boarder body kit on looks sweet goes nicely with the rev 2 spoiler, also has leather seats which I had done not kong after I owned it
IMO this was the best looking MR2 made. I will admit I was blown away buy the electric folding mirrors. I didn't know that was a thing back then! As Others have stated this care deserves a full Resto!
Looking forward to seeing this series now. When I was a kid I used to see 1 going about town and since then I’ve always wanted 1. A few times I’ve had the opportunity but be it finances, storage or having a family, it’s just never been the right time. 1 day I will own 1 but until then I’ll just admire them from a distance 😂😂
My mark 2 was lowered and went through some shallow flood water. A few days later it wouldn't start. My mechanic got to the fuel pump via the central console (interior) - unplugged everything and re-connected all. After that it was fine. There was an engine-gearbox oil seal leak (manual) and the only bit of corrosion was at an awkward-to-get-at lower corner near the rear bulkhead /engine firewall. Looks like you've got a keeper there !
It just goes to show how good a scruffy looking car can be under the surface . Managed to watch the entire episode at work tonight 😂. Im looking forward to the next one .
Never saw a g-limited edition. I own a 1990 mr2 sw20. I was amazed by your electric folding mirrors, never seen that on a MR2. Deserves a full restoration. Succes!
I had this exact car (rev 1 G-limited) in black in my early 20s & absolutely loved it!...I have a video of clocking the speedo on the M1 from London back to MK early one Monday morning, obviously this was before the overhead speed cameras😂😂😂...much respect from zimbabwe 🇿🇼
Yaaaahhhh!!! A fixer-upper with no rust!!!!! Woooo Hoooooo!!!! The MR2 is actually quite the mid engine sports car that's way more reliable than a Ferrari !!! I'm surprised there is no fuel pump/sender access panel inside the cockpit?! Say what? LOL. Having the lift will make the fuel tank removal so much easier in time and saving your back!! You found a really good one to repair and sort out!!! You should invite the Top Gear trio over for a Tasty Classic Special broadcast!!! Sara N Tuned a youtuber in the States has repaired and fixed an MR2 also, same year and body style -- not sure on the engine. If you need some assistance contact her.
Looks like a rev 1 or 2, fantastic project. We have a 1996 rev 3 and they are superb cars, they can be a real pain if not set up properly - especially the cooling system. Look forward to seeing more.
That looks like it's going to make a lovely car, wouldn't have minded something like this when I was younger, now I've grown to love my creature comforts, especially heated seats, a god send when you have a bad back. - Jess
The plug under the frunk atraches to engine cover and is engine temp sensor. The thing on front bumper in japan had an ariel that lights up to indicate where the kerb is. And the boot lock if you turn ket one way you can open boot from inside car. Turn key other way and it disables the boot lever inside the car
Really looking forward to the restoration of this car👍 very cool back in the day being fairly rot free huge bonus love your video content so much humour 🤣
i am SO jealous..always wanted to find a roughy one of these and just get it on the road and wear its imperfections, try things DIY style, wishing i was you having got that..if it ever goes, id be super interested..though knowing how crazy people go for that JDM tax.. puts me off some dream cars, 3000GT, 300ZX..though there is a nieghbour with a 3000GT in worn red paintwork like this..might be a ballache to get going but something to do..would look pretty good beside ol MR two.
Turbo it, had a grey import in red, also on a J plate, Targa top, (replace the rubbers on those or wet bum hole) gold badges, gold TRD wheels, that turbo made such a big difference, aftermarket BoV sounds amazing, snorkel air intakes helps keep it cool and upgraded Rev3 rear light clusters, check in boot the rear wheel arches rot, however that oil spill will keep it rust free, MK1 is a dream to drive btw....... or you could shoe horn a 3 litre Camry engine, remember never to drive this car in France, they will point and laugh at you
Wow, definitely would love to see a resto of this! Compared to the flimsiness of the Rover 100, this is like a new car! Looking forward to seeing how this one progresses 😄. Also a candidate for the Tower of Power!
Wow what a car. Love the old mr2. Would love to see a proper series on this , maybe full resto? Just one negative thing. Was watching with headphones that high pitch beep was ear destroying. Trust me that’s a small point. Absolutely loved the vid. Just recently been told about your channel and love the content.
I have a 91 plate mazda Eunos which I’m currently restoring, maybe there maybe an opportunity for a Japanese meet-up at some point. Also loved seeing my name on this vid thanks 😂
Hello Mr tasty classic love the Mr2 Just a quick note wheeler dealer's did one one or two years ago or 10 A problem with these car cars Is the water drips through the vents over the engine and the water drips on to the alternator and fu fu knackers zit Good luck with new car project O and your channel is fu fu flipping brilliant keep up the excellent educational videos 😂😮😊
Great video and I am looking forward to seeing the restoration get all the carpets and seats out power wash them and leave them to dry but mist of all clear the water from the car
What an awesome find! That is in amazing condition for an mr2. Well worth making it a mint car as your going to get your money back. I've been watching them for the last year and they are booming in value. maybe some snails for the extra fun?? Awesome content always on your channel.
Having done a good few of these it would be wise to sort out the heater pipes from hell that leak and cause water loss with head gasket failure that live above the fuel tank and fracture without warning .The t bar sw20 mr2 like this one are the worst for this with more flexing at the bulkheads where the pipes from hell fail.Great project that survived the fakecferrari treatment
Great find Ben! You deserve a solid motor after the Pan handle! I remember my mate had red MR2 exactly the same in the late 90s. Went with him one year from Peterborough to a MAX Power live show in Birmingham around 1999. Great fun!
Edit - took me roughly 7 hours to do the fuel pump on this car with filming which is all in the next episode! I am starting to really like the wheels that are on the car aswell i dont know what you think?
Don't touch the paintwork but get it mechanically sound and go to the nurbergring to shame someone driving s 30k car
And can I have some cable ties too 😊
one more for cable ties
Put slicks on the wheels that are on it for your track days, standard wheels for shows in my opinion pal
I'll save you all some cable ties but I'm having the black ones 😂
Would love to see a full restoration on this. What a car.
Or a full mod
It makes financial sense.the price on these are skyrocketing all over the world
On its way 💪
You should go the distance with this one. Keep it for yourself. For real 👍
I would keep that car,it’s a classic!!.what you should do is have a raffle,I would slip you a Mickey and I’m the winner.honestly though,your very lucky to have that car,good luck mate😉😉😉😉😉😉😉
What an absolute beauty of a car. MR2 Cable Tie Edition.
🤣
Original wheels are better in my opinion. A great project for you there hopefully. Looks like a rare particular model
Regarding the windscreen. Make sure when you order the replacement it is bronze colour.
Imports are bronze, so if you fit the UK green glass it will look wrong.
Also make sure a correct trim is used. A lot of people fit a universal trim which looks wrong.
Shame I'm not closer I'd live to come over and fit a screen for you. Dust off the tools as it's been a fair few years since I was in the trade now.
Well, you say they rust, but really they’re not bad. In the 1970s, when Toyota first appeared on the UK/Irish scene, the new Corollas were leaving flakes of rust on the showroom floors.
But the Japanese are not stupid. They listened and took on board the only real problem we had with their super luxuriously appointed budget cars.
Within a few years, they got to grips with moisture traps and even did a bit of corrosion protection and, it quickly became rare to see a Japanese colander on the roads. Even the scrapyards were populated by mechanical/electrical failures, due to maintenance issues, rather than dissolving in the rain.
I’m hopeful for the floor of my freebie Yaris, despite being full of water and alien life forms, since January!
Brilliant episode, nice solid car, shows the value of jdm imports that havent been dragged through countless UK winters on salt laden roads. This car will be a cracker
As a previous owner of a mark 2 MR2 I enjoyed this video 🙂. You are ver lucky with the lack of rust, they rust for fun. Also mine used to eat alternators as the water would drop into it from the deck.
What a great car, loads of potential. It’s worthy of a full restoration. That red would pop with a fresh coat. As a detailing addict, I can’t wait to see the interior scrubbed up! Keep the episodes coming.
I’m impressed it finally ran with only 3 cylinders tops . A good electrical service should have it running on 4 again. Plugs,leads, dizzy cap clean up- No nasty mechanical sounds which is a bonus.
Just loosen the bolts for the water pipes and the tank will drop though , sensor is connected to the engine temp lid sensor , good luck on the build
really nice tidy car. it deserves more loving for sure. I bet it was one heck of a cool car back in the day. gotta be worth money now or getting more desirable as a classic
My favourite episode so far... mostly as the second car I ever bought was practically the same. A Japanese import MR2 SW20, G-Limited, but in black, no targa roof and with a manual box. It was my first sports model, and I loved it... until on one sad journey it ate ALL of its oil and the engine big end failed. So off to the great race track in the sky it went...
Gone, but not forgotten!
Rear calipers known for seizing up on these. The random plug goes onto the engine cover temp sensor that activates the side intake fan. If unplugged the fan will run constantly. Great project and fab content 👌
Excellent thank you 👍
Not gonna lie ... that sushi overlay was hilarious. Great project car !
I had fun with that 😅🤣
Loving the content! Every episode just seems to get better. The Panhard series was my fave but looks like it may be replaced by this stonking MR2. A car that decent just deserves to be reborn. Looking forward to how it turns out. Keep it up Ben 👌
Thanks mate!
The car is in fantastic condition, it really deserves some time spent on it to give it a new lease on life, go on, you know you want to.
Legend mate, another top video, brings back memories of my MR2 turbo MK2 I had a lot of years ago. Keep up the good work 👍
That’s seriously tidy underneath you’ve done well sir can’t wait for the next MR2 revival 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
What a great car, loads of potential. It’s worthy of a full restoration. That red would pop with a fresh coat
This is my favorite Chanel now. I love this guy.I am certified mechanic and I love how he just gets stuck in and eventually sorts it.A refreshing change from the soft woke and week young apprentices of today,but why the helldo Poms carry a mug of tea who the hell does that?😊
This is the best end of life car ever, superb condition both bodily and underneath is fantastic. Love all your videos, great project car cannot wait for next episode
All things considered tge MR2 is in fantastic condition.
It deserves full restoration.
However I fined the OEM/stock wheels boring, but some people like everything completely factory.
Hi i am from Ireland and i live on a beef farm and i like your UA-cam videos 🇮🇪🐂🇮🇪🚜
The older I get, the more interested in am in cars I didn't find interesting when they were released. I think the joy of driving has overcome me Vs the desire for power and status!
Amazing channel Ben, the only to make me LOL.
Great episode Ben, that’s got to be a keeper when finished. Looking forward to the next instalment.
A clay bar and 2 stage machine polish and a wax would bring back 80 percent of that paintwork back even some of the more heavy bleached areas . That would probably do and it would look very respectable .. but seeing how clean it is .. I think a respray with its original colour would do it justice 👌
My late dad had one of these back in the day, reg was extremely similar to yours J735 HTY. Was a lovely black UK example in around 2000. I was around 13 at the time and remember the immense sound of the K and N filter it had on. Always had a soft spot for them.
The dandism is real! Love to see this beauty fully restored and getting a second lease on life!
Great car, and given it’s the UK, I can get over the lack of rust!
I reckon it’s definitely worth a proper restoration, and as such - refinishing the factory wheels would be worth it.
PS. Did the Patreon thing. Big fan of channels like yours, Pollitts Projects, Backshed.
Thanks mate it's really appreciated, I'm astounded by the lack of rust in the car aswell it's a bit of a dream, I'm enjoying getting episode 2 filmed!
I'm so happy to see this come back to life hopefully painted the whole lot and you keep and drive it so awesome
Lovely wee car,,i like the black wheels thats on it,,shame there is no centre caps on them,,but what a brilliant find,,could this one be a keeper,,look forward to the next episode on it,,
I'm not mechanically minded but have always been interested in cars.. this has to be one of the most interesting ones, so far. We'll worth a second chance, It has the potential to be a proper tasty classic.
100%guessed mr2 when I seen photo earlier!! Ben u the man 🎉
You should restore mr2 its a solid car to start with be worth something when done
Great video Ben.
Only today myself and my wife went to Beeston Castle, found out that we were only around 8 miles from your lock up.
Edge of my seat, watching the carpet reveal.
The only Toyota I’ve ever actually owned, myself, is doing a similar garden pond impression and I will have the same smelly exploration to do, whenever I’m fit enough.
Great score on this little baby, good job getting her running, another great vid. Tks
Nice project - well worth sorting due to the underneath. Get it undersealed ASAP as it won't stay like that for long. I like the patina - It's LDV post office/Corsa MK1 style - Would like to see what a bit of farecla would do before you give it a blow over. Alloys are ok but nothing special, and you don't have the HFH (hose from hell) as it's non turbo. Looking forward to the next installment, and I have patreonised you.
I worked for Toyota when this car was new in the uk - great car and hope all goes well with it!
Now this is more like it 😊I have a late 1992 red one of these rev 2 t-bar import and a turbo 3SGTE, bought it in 2007 it was imported in 2005 and completely rust free it comes out during the summer and packed away at winter, goes like shit of a shovel and other than an alternator which died before it's time due to a very common fault with these cam cover gaskets its very very reliable car and lovely to drive it's the first car I've ever owned to have subwoofers behind the seats as stock the sound system is pretty awesome once you uprate the speakers i replaced all mine and now it sounds incredible, brilliant car, when me and my wife were courting we used to bomb around this thinking we were something we weren't lol😂 great times not very practical with the kids now though, mines got a boarder body kit on looks sweet goes nicely with the rev 2 spoiler, also has leather seats which I had done not kong after I owned it
One of the cleanest MR2s I've ever seen - deserves a full restoration and manual swap
IMO this was the best looking MR2 made. I will admit I was blown away buy the electric folding mirrors. I didn't know that was a thing back then! As Others have stated this care deserves a full Resto!
Looking forward to seeing this series now. When I was a kid I used to see 1 going about town and since then I’ve always wanted 1. A few times I’ve had the opportunity but be it finances, storage or having a family, it’s just never been the right time. 1 day I will own 1 but until then I’ll just admire them from a distance 😂😂
My mark 2 was lowered and went through some shallow flood water. A few days later it wouldn't start. My mechanic got to the fuel pump via the central console (interior) - unplugged everything and re-connected all. After that it was fine. There was an engine-gearbox oil seal leak (manual) and the only bit of corrosion was at an awkward-to-get-at lower corner near the rear bulkhead /engine firewall. Looks like you've got a keeper there !
Lovely motor I hope it passes an MOT it would be nice to see it on the road
It just goes to show how good a scruffy looking car can be under the surface .
Managed to watch the entire episode at work tonight 😂.
Im looking forward to the next one .
Never saw a g-limited edition. I own a 1990 mr2 sw20. I was amazed by your electric folding mirrors, never seen that on a MR2. Deserves a full restoration. Succes!
As soon as I saw zero rust around the outer rear arch I knew it was a solid car. Owned and worked on a fair few of these
Hi I really look forward to your video I would love to see a restoration done on the mr2 there aren’t many left
Finally an MR2 😜😍😍 this has to be your next nurburgring car great video as always 👌👌
I had this exact car (rev 1 G-limited) in black in my early 20s & absolutely loved it!...I have a video of clocking the speedo on the M1 from London back to MK early one Monday morning, obviously this was before the overhead speed cameras😂😂😂...much respect from zimbabwe 🇿🇼
Sarah-n-tuned did her own MR2 rebuild, good watch just to see what it can really be.
Well worth watching
Yaaaahhhh!!! A fixer-upper with no rust!!!!! Woooo Hoooooo!!!! The MR2 is actually quite the mid engine sports car that's way more reliable than a Ferrari !!! I'm surprised there is no fuel pump/sender access panel inside the cockpit?! Say what? LOL. Having the lift will make the fuel tank removal so much easier in time and saving your back!! You found a really good one to repair and sort out!!! You should invite the Top Gear trio over for a Tasty Classic Special broadcast!!! Sara N Tuned a youtuber in the States has repaired and fixed an MR2 also, same year and body style -- not sure on the engine. If you need some assistance contact her.
Looks like a rev 1 or 2, fantastic project. We have a 1996 rev 3 and they are superb cars, they can be a real pain if not set up properly - especially the cooling system. Look forward to seeing more.
That looks like it's going to make a lovely car, wouldn't have minded something like this when I was younger, now I've grown to love my creature comforts, especially heated seats, a god send when you have a bad back. - Jess
I'm so invested in this car after watching this can't wait for the next episode I JUST GOT'S TOO KNOW!
Brilliant car. I had a turbo mr2 it tried killing me every time I took it out. It went sideways a lot lol😂😂😂
The plug under the frunk atraches to engine cover and is engine temp sensor. The thing on front bumper in japan had an ariel that lights up to indicate where the kerb is. And the boot lock if you turn ket one way you can open boot from inside car. Turn key other way and it disables the boot lever inside the car
Great stuff cheers mate
Those tyres are perfectly good for a good Smokey burnout 🤣👍✌️
Now we're talking
Bloody hell that's clean, wasn't expecting that given how it looked on the surface! They like to rot usually.
Was a passenger in a twin turbo import years ago very quick car and bulletproof too.😅
I love this channel, it's like a uk version of VGG and deserves far more subscribers than it has.
Brilliant as always Ben, another classic saved. Would love to see you rag this one around the track.
I used to have one of those MR2 20 years ago. They're great fun but twitchy af on the rear end. Mine was red and the paint faded like that too.
There’s an mr2 just around the corner from me I see it daily that’s been sat for years
Still loving it. Binging all the episodes
The intro is worth a thumbs up alone😊
This was epic! I enjoyed watching how mint the underside of her was 👌🏻
bit of JDM with tonights dinner , Get in 💪
The car I always wanted growing up. Beautiful machine. A piece of art.
red with a blue interior, my spidey senses are tingling like church bells 😂
Plenty of potential. No smoke at all on start up .... mint loose the black rims.
Great car, great video
Love the long format, my favourite channel on you UA-cam... Thanks for the content mate 👍
I can relate to your excitement over the mr2 firing up and running. I was the same way when I got my 86 z28 camaro to run for the first time.
That’s definitely worthy of a full restoration. Followed by a trip to the ring.
Really looking forward to the restoration of this car👍 very cool back in the day being fairly rot free huge bonus love your video content so much humour 🤣
You had me at MR2. Love these cars and have owned a few, really need another. Can't wait for the next video.
Always loved the look of these and used to se them everywhere. I can't remember the last time I seen one in the wild
Japanese sports cars and cable ties go together like British sports cars flat caps. My 200sx and Subaru's had many many tempermanent cable tie fixes.
Love it, have always dreamt of owning one of these. Looking forward to part 2.
i am SO jealous..always wanted to find a roughy one of these and just get it on the road and wear its imperfections, try things DIY style, wishing i was you having got that..if it ever goes, id be super interested..though knowing how crazy people go for that JDM tax.. puts me off some dream cars, 3000GT, 300ZX..though there is a nieghbour with a 3000GT in worn red paintwork like this..might be a ballache to get going but something to do..would look pretty good beside ol MR two.
Turbo it, had a grey import in red, also on a J plate, Targa top, (replace the rubbers on those or wet bum hole) gold badges, gold TRD wheels, that turbo made such a big difference, aftermarket BoV sounds amazing, snorkel air intakes helps keep it cool and upgraded Rev3 rear light clusters, check in boot the rear wheel arches rot, however that oil spill will keep it rust free, MK1 is a dream to drive btw....... or you could shoe horn a 3 litre Camry engine, remember never to drive this car in France, they will point and laugh at you
Farmer this car deserves a full job including a full respray
I can see you smoking about in this MR2 keep them coming 👩🌾
LOVING THE NEW PROJECT
Wow, definitely would love to see a resto of this! Compared to the flimsiness of the Rover 100, this is like a new car!
Looking forward to seeing how this one progresses 😄. Also a candidate for the Tower of Power!
100%
Wow what a car. Love the old mr2. Would love to see a proper series on this , maybe full resto?
Just one negative thing. Was watching with headphones that high pitch beep was ear destroying. Trust me that’s a small point. Absolutely loved the vid.
Just recently been told about your channel and love the content.
I have a 91 plate mazda Eunos which I’m currently restoring, maybe there maybe an opportunity for a Japanese meet-up at some point. Also loved seeing my name on this vid thanks 😂
Fantastic shout 👍
Hello Mr tasty classic love the Mr2
Just a quick note wheeler dealer's did one one or two years ago or 10
A problem with these car cars
Is the water drips through the vents over the engine and the water drips on to the alternator and fu fu knackers zit
Good luck with new car project
O and your channel is fu fu flipping brilliant keep up the excellent educational videos 😂😮😊
really nice tidy car make it look like new
I will do my best 💪
Great video and I am looking forward to seeing the restoration get all the carpets and seats out power wash them and leave them to dry but mist of all clear the water from the car
What an awesome find! That is in amazing condition for an mr2. Well worth making it a mint car as your going to get your money back. I've been watching them for the last year and they are booming in value. maybe some snails for the extra fun?? Awesome content always on your channel.
Having done a good few of these it would be wise to sort out the heater pipes from hell that leak and cause water loss with head gasket failure that live above the fuel tank and fracture without warning .The t bar sw20 mr2 like this one are the worst for this with more flexing at the bulkheads where the pipes from hell fail.Great project that survived the fakecferrari treatment
I feel the Dandism! lol.. Really awesome revival. I love your outlook on approaching big projects. Keep up the great work!
Well done fella bring the jdm legend back to life. It's amazing how rust free it is kind of jealous lol
Deffo a full resto candidate! What a car!
Wicked choice of car mate. Loved these growing up
Nice job keep up the great work 👍
Great find Ben! You deserve a solid motor after the Pan handle! I remember my mate had red MR2 exactly the same in the late 90s. Went with him one year from Peterborough to a MAX Power live show in Birmingham around 1999. Great fun!
Now that’s a corker of a car!! Another fabulous episode Ben…..I also like the black wheels! Roll on the next episode.