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The third gen isn't the one to get if you want to mod it because it's a significantly better platform out of the box. Compared to the second gen, it's lighter but more rigid, shorter but with a longer wheelbase, and the engine bay can fit nearly anything you can swap in a second gen. If you want a straightforward swap for some more power, the 2ZZ is it. If you want to embarrass MR2s, Lotuses and Porsches alike, you can swap in the 2GR. You can fit wide tires in the rear without rolling the fenders or going wide body. And if you don't like the styling as much, there's more than a few kits out there that can change the look of the car. Personally, I like the styling of the third gen but a simple kit like the SARD type A enhances the look enough to make it stand out more among its peers. I love the second gen too, don't get me wrong, but too many people dismiss the third gen out of willful ignorance. At their own peril, I say.
Sincere thank you for the tip!! Unfortunately it is missing those pop up up and down headlights which will make it a hard sell for me but on the other hand, I can get it cheaper and do the same engine swap for probably better results.. once again, I am stuck with the age old question.. pop up up and down headlights or something that makes more sense in every other way?
After having owned three 91's both NA 5SPD, AT and finally getting a 93' they have been the most reliable, dependable, daily driver cars that I have ever had the opportunity to drive. Styling of the MR2 2nd gen still gets so many head turns and very few can figure out what car it is and who makes is. I love the mystery of owing a piece of Toyota heritage that still has yet to find a successor to the styling. It's the only mid-engine two seater that you can move the seats back or recline in, no other 2 seater can do this due to the seat is right against the back firewall. It's been incredible. 30 years going with mine and I would probably never let it go. No compromises with an MR2. If you happen to find a mint '93 don't hesitate to getting one.
I adore my Mr2 - Turbo import, Rev5, tin top in black, GT Spec pushing 400bhp at 1.45 bar. I'm pleased that the Mr2 is starting to finally get the recognition they deserve!
I still come back to this vid and donuts to just watch and still learn about the mr2. This vid came out like a couple days after I got mine and it was like a sign from God that I made the right choice. Right now she’s sitting in the drive way. Kinda dead in a few ways but hopefully this week she will gain new life
I had a '87 na MR2. Only car i wish i still had. So much fun to drive, and so stable in turns. Even when you broke the rear end loose. Sideways at 90mph was just a normal drive for that little car. (Yes there is a story there.)😂
I’ve got a modified ‘89 Supercharged MR2. I’ll take it over a SW20 any day,,,,, but hey,, that’s just me. I’ve had 4 AW11’s so I guess I’m a fanboy! LoL
Ended up getting a 3rd gen about a year ago 😅 love it to death and the mr2 is a fun car but a body kit and some wrap to cover up half the off-brand porsche headlights is going to be needed. Its a bit bug faced.
I'm keeping mine till I die. Planning on 2gr swapping mine once I'm done with school. My brother has one too, I wanna buy-it off him so I can have two or get him to swap his too.
If I ever own a supra I swear to god, I'm going to put a Campbell's soup can decal and then "Bruh" on my back window. Right below the two Jay-Z heads. Had me laughing for a few minutes. :)
Admittedly it's a Mk1 riddled with rust, a leaky t-bar, 150k on a rebuilt engine and with crash damage from a previous owner..... but it's still a rip-snorting MR2!!!!! xD
@@KeenanStyles you do realize the "3 Brothers" are refer to as the Supra, Celica, and MR2. We know Toyota made more but Toyota themselves also refer to those three as the "3 Brothers". (Hint: That's why there are quotations.)
As an owner of a supercharged '88 and a Turbo '94, I am glad people still think of these things as death traps... Keeps the price down, at least here in the North (Canada lol)
BayshoreBoys I agree a cheap ass sports cars because dumbass people think it’s gonna kill them. It isn’t a death trap if you drove professionally in the first place 😉
The largest mistake from most people mocking the oversteer issue is that....the mr2 is so accessible to the normal driver that the normal driver treats them as just another car when they shouldnt. The balance should be taken into account for handling and people drive them like they are just ordinary cars. Big mistakes and thats all on the inexperienced driver. Luckily i got mine early on when i was driving so i never had that issue
INSANEKHENG yeah, ngl I've tried to induce it whilst having a bit of s blast and couldn't get anywhere near. Felt rock solid and completely flat when cornering
As soon as this video was over I looked for MR2s and the cheapest one was a red 91' turbo for $12500. The next one was a Veilside widebody 00' for $21950. "Hey bud, So you want to go in to debt"
Ha I did the same, could only find a single 2nd gen and the guy gave no details on it. A few third gens, which I actually drive. The veilside does look nice tho right?
There’s this thing that the MR2 community commonly do with our cars and that is engine swaps. You don’t necessarily need the “Turbo” model MR2 for it to be a turbo. I have a 1987 Toyota MR2 and I have a 3SGTE engine swap and that thing is pretty quick. Total cost for overall swap would be $3-4k
The ZZW30 looked miles better than a Boxter and weighed 6-700 pounds less. Slap a hardtop on a Spyder and drop a 2ZZ or a turbo in and you've got one of the best looking, best cornering cars on the road. The Elise is a better comparison, it had the same engine and similar weight, but it was a huge miss that Toyota never offered the 2ZZ as an option in the MR-2. I've still to find out the reasoning why Toyota made this decision, best guesses are Lotus made them sign a contract prohibiting them from putting the 2ZZ in a mid-engine car. More work for me, but then again had the 2ZZ been an option in the ZZW30 they might've become more desirable and harder to get, and they're rare enough as it is so I'm glad I found one at a decent price and was able to swap in the 2ZZ. Silver linings, since I was gonna do an engine swap anyways I may as well fully build the engine before I install it....and I did ;) And as fast as it is now, it has upgraded bearings, valves, springs, crank, oil pump (known for failing) so it's hardened just in case I ever decide to really push it and turbo it. So maybe only offering the 1ZZ worked out pretty well for those few hardcore 3rd gen fans out there. Oh and pop up headlights....ruin cars, the only thing that makes the second gen look so.....basic.
I’ve never driven an gen1 or gen2 but my dad had a gen3 when I was in high school and it’s a wicked fun car! Compared to something like a Miata I think the gen3 MR2 is more raw and special. En though it didn’t have a lot of power the mid engine layout made the handling a lot more fun in my opinion and more engaging overall. I’m definitely getting another when I get the chance.
How about " so you wanna z06" for all the Murica boys. I'd like to hear your take on them. Prolly the best bang for your buck sports car ever produced.( I might be a little bias since i've owned 2 and am looking into getting another as a dedicated track attack animal)
@@PhatMikeSP1 Well yeah with the stock suspension its real bad, but if you get aftermarket suspension it will be about the same as any rear engined car.
Disagree, the 3rd generation is the best in handling and you can simply slap a turbo on there like I did and gap most cars. Plus they look sick with all the trd bits
Same, third is without a doubt the best handling. It was the first car to beat Tsuchiya AE86 on Hot Version. It took it to gapplebees lmao. I'm buying a zzw30 as my first MR2. Plus, the style of the car really grows on you after a while haha
Real talk, if everyone knew how easy it is to racecar or show car out a MK3 MR2 they wouldn't bother with the previous generations. The most overlooked factor is how easy it is to install a wide body on the car because every panel is bolt on. None of the exterior panels are welded and they are all easy to remove. Widebody kits are all bolt on replacement panels. slap in their engine and forced induction of choice and realize real quick it was the superior platform out of the 3 generations if you want to look good, go fast or do both at the same time. Aftermarket and OEM hard tops are available if you are willing to look for them but they can get pricey. By far the easiest of the 3 generations to work on as well. Best part is they are dirt cheap and easy to find.
michax175 get one you won’t regret it one bit! I own a mk1 and had it for about 3 years now and don’t have any plans on replacing it anytime soon. I daily mine everyday and some how i make it work. Hopefully this motivates you to get one. It’s such a great car.
I have a gen 3 and you will not regret it a bit, sooo much potential with the mid engine platform, the exotic looks and the body kits you put on it, doing a k swap would be the ultimate engine swap
@@metalheadarno8914 Also driving a 3rd gen for the past six years and can recommend. Been slowly upgrading it and it's the most fun I've had on the road. Really excellent platform cause it's already good stock but when you get nice wheels, suspension and bracing on there it's just ridiculous. Building a turbo for it now.
Me too. The worst part my friend has owned one for almost 15 years. It needs about 4k worth the work, but mostly in perfect condition. He won't get around to making it run, or sell it to me. I have to look at one of my dream cars just sitting in a garage with a coat of dust on it everytime I go there lol. He says if he ever decides to sell it, I can buy it, but I worry one of us will die before that happens at this point lol.
My first car was an AW11. My second car was another AW11 that I engine swapped to a 4AGZE and drove the crap out of. It's been broken for the past year or so, but seeing this makes me want to spend the time and money to fix her up all nice again. I already upgraded them, but who knows, I may end up getting even newer... WHEELS, TIRES, AND SUSPENSION FROM FITMENT INDRUSTRIES.
Divergence Crew snap oversteer happens when there is a sudden disruption in weight transfer, as long as you don’t brake suddenly for a corner you’re a-ok. Besides you can correct it by counter steering it or letting go of the wheel before you spin out to redirect itself. The only reason why the MR2 is known as death trap is because of it’s suspensions which can increase chances of disrupted weight transfer thus snap oversteering. Basically just slap better suspensions and drive professionally in a MR2 and you’re a-ok. (Note: snap oversteer tends to make cars go tail first until it finds its balance)
@@pekonomials5246 pretty good explanation. Letting off throttle mid turn can also cause this, especially with the first two generations. I'm hoping to get a RHD turbo Sw20 in the next couple years personally 🤞
Divergence Crew this is basically what i looked up for before driving my very own SW20, also had to correct it since as a student driver have to drive like a decent human being.
I got yelled at while stopped at the traffic lights a year ago. "What the hell is it?" I yelled back "mr2" and he just looked blank. Then I yelled "Toyota" and he looked a bit pissed. My car isn't badged so I guess he thought I was being a smartass. It's been 20 odd years since Toyota made anything other than family cars.
Another day another MR2 video haha. Happy to not have another video talking about snap oversteer a lot and focusing on how great of a platform the SW20 is!
I have the mr2 spyder with a 2zz swap and there's plenty with k20 swap out there as well as a few with the 2gr swap. It's an underated car and I like the fact that not many people are aware of how good it is. Its my favorite and its better value for money than a lotus elise
For anyone looking to get the 2nd gen mr2 turbo that has some mechanical sense I would suggest getting an na shell and swaping in a gen 4 3sgte (the turbo motor but with new technology and more power than ever came in the turbo mr2) It is very cheap and reliable. Highly recommend
@@FitmentIndustries Figured as much, the second gen is definitely more openly accepted in the car community. Ps I know you got some more sema footage of Dakota and Gels geeking out while they review the cars, and the people want to see it
When I think of Toyota I think of the Mark II, Cresta, Chaser, Crown, Aristo, Trueno, Levin, GT-Four, Century, MR2, Altezza, 2000GT, Verossa, Soarer and the Sera (mainly because the McLaren F1 took inspiration from the doors on it).
Damn you kinda hate on the third gen when they are a fantastic Miata alternative. Celica gts 2zz motors can be swapped in without to much hassle and its a fantastic result. Check out Monkey Wrench Racing they have entire kits for this process. As well as turbo kits for more power. I also think that while they do look soft stock they look badass when fully kitted. Check out that APR widebody kit. It makes it look like a micro exotic.
im buying this as my first car, I drive my moms mazda 3 6spdMT atm. Aside from the snap and over steer thing, its not like im gonna rip this car everywhere, itll just be a fun daily reliable sports car
When I was first learning how to drift my 91 Mr2 my brother was in the passenger seat with a big open bag of pretzels. I broke the ass loose drifted the corner but let off the throttle... the car SNAPPED back straight as the pretzels flew out of the bag covering my entire body with pretzels. It was great.
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2nd gen MR2
SW20 🥰
How come you didn’t talk about the snap oversteer as a con
Sw20 best generation
First gen, aw11
So you just want a car in general
lol i wanna see that!!👏👏👏👏
DJ Keyst1 or honda civic too
Mazda 3
😂😂
The lordeth sayeth: "Complete the Holy toyota trinity with the Celica"
yup I like the gt4 especially
No the cressida
@master DOGE ok, boomer
That’s what I’ve been telling them
@@evgeniy3305 GT4 is a Porsche 🤣
The third gen isn't the one to get if you want to mod it because it's a significantly better platform out of the box. Compared to the second gen, it's lighter but more rigid, shorter but with a longer wheelbase, and the engine bay can fit nearly anything you can swap in a second gen. If you want a straightforward swap for some more power, the 2ZZ is it. If you want to embarrass MR2s, Lotuses and Porsches alike, you can swap in the 2GR. You can fit wide tires in the rear without rolling the fenders or going wide body. And if you don't like the styling as much, there's more than a few kits out there that can change the look of the car. Personally, I like the styling of the third gen but a simple kit like the SARD type A enhances the look enough to make it stand out more among its peers.
I love the second gen too, don't get me wrong, but too many people dismiss the third gen out of willful ignorance. At their own peril, I say.
Sincere thank you for the tip!! Unfortunately it is missing those pop up up and down headlights which will make it a hard sell for me but on the other hand, I can get it cheaper and do the same engine swap for probably better results.. once again, I am stuck with the age old question.. pop up up and down headlights or something that makes more sense in every other way?
The pop ups, man. They're just too good to let go.
He isnt wrong once you get a sw20 (2nd gen) you cant stop fall more in love everytime you drive it
I want an MR2 more than I want my next breath.... and an FB RX-7... and a Datsun 620... I just don’t really want to breathe I guess
After having owned three 91's both NA 5SPD, AT and finally getting a 93' they have been the most reliable, dependable, daily driver cars that I have ever had the opportunity to drive. Styling of the MR2 2nd gen still gets so many head turns and very few can figure out what car it is and who makes is. I love the mystery of owing a piece of Toyota heritage that still has yet to find a successor to the styling. It's the only mid-engine two seater that you can move the seats back or recline in, no other 2 seater can do this due to the seat is right against the back firewall. It's been incredible. 30 years going with mine and I would probably never let it go. No compromises with an MR2. If you happen to find a mint '93 don't hesitate to getting one.
MR2 is sick. They are fun lol. A turbo, different paint job, and a little lowering makes it a pretty mean one
I adore my Mr2 - Turbo import, Rev5, tin top in black, GT Spec pushing 400bhp at 1.45 bar.
I'm pleased that the Mr2 is starting to finally get the recognition they deserve!
As an MR2 owner, that's a great video with loads of correct informations. Thanks Alex, that was lovely to watch and listen!🙏
I still come back to this vid and donuts to just watch and still learn about the mr2. This vid came out like a couple days after I got mine and it was like a sign from God that I made the right choice. Right now she’s sitting in the drive way. Kinda dead in a few ways but hopefully this week she will gain new life
I had a '87 na MR2. Only car i wish i still had. So much fun to drive, and so stable in turns. Even when you broke the rear end loose. Sideways at 90mph was just a normal drive for that little car. (Yes there is a story there.)😂
I’ve got a modified ‘89 Supercharged MR2. I’ll take it over a SW20 any day,,,,, but hey,, that’s just me. I’ve had 4 AW11’s so I guess I’m a fanboy! LoL
im on my second lol its a 1.5 :D
@@glas5eye OK ,,please explain this whole 1.5 thing,,what are the differences?
Ended up getting a 3rd gen about a year ago 😅 love it to death and the mr2 is a fun car but a body kit and some wrap to cover up half the off-brand porsche headlights is going to be needed. Its a bit bug faced.
I dunno, I really like the front end. Looks kinda cute not gonna lie lmao. Like a mid-engined touge frog
@@Salsa_ it grew on me too after owning it for 3 months
Mr2’s are underrated and I can’t wait til they blow up. Then I’ll sell mine for top price
I'm keeping mine till I die. Planning on 2gr swapping mine once I'm done with school. My brother has one too, I wanna buy-it off him so I can have two or get him to swap his too.
@@J.NOBODY.1 i think the car would die before you 9 times out of 10
@@pancake5830 I mean its a Toyota tho, these things run forever. Hard to kill a Toyota but we shall see.
@@J.NOBODY.1 that's what I thought so too, until mine broke lol
@@flowzion dam what happened if you dont mind me asking?
If I ever own a supra I swear to god, I'm going to put a Campbell's soup can decal and then "Bruh" on my back window. Right below the two Jay-Z heads.
Had me laughing for a few minutes. :)
The Veilside BodyKit for the 3rdGen Mr2 is the only thing to do!
Mk3 was my first car and i still own it and i am 19 and i love it!
Supra and MR2, still waiting for the Celica.
MK1 VW Rabbit GTI! So you want
The 3rd Gen is for when you're retired? Ever watched videos of those lapping the Nürburgring? K swapped, 2zz swapped..
Luca Ballardini engine swap change it a lot lol
Or even stock with coilovers faster than a tesla.
Channel's called fitment industries, they care about looks not performance.
@@paynekaufmann403 2zz is still the same block wit a little more power an lift. Not that big of a change. It's not lame in stock form either.
Fuck the K swap
Yessss do a wheel wall quiz that would be such a fun video!! 😂😂 alex vs. gels vs. dak
3rd gen mr2 can look really good with a bodykit tho
It's also worth mentioning that the prototype was so good that the driver of it took it from Toyota. Great video!!!!
3:28 worried lady stares a the camera😂
You should make a video on how to make a sleeper
I bought my car last summer, and I can’t believe the dude I bought it from said to my mom “it will be a great first car”
You didn't mention that snap back over steer
I want the 1st generation mr2 w10 so bad
my dream classic
Knp, Homie you have no idea how many times I'm like that's a sexy wheel! lol
❤️
The 2nd gen mr2 easily made as much hp as the supra but was detuned so it wouldnt over shadow the supra.
When I think of Toyota I think of the Prius since it's everywhere and the AE86 because drift
thank you for telling me the wheels on the wheel wall i was one of the people who has asked lol
i wish i could’ve found a clean clean clean mr2 before i got my 86 but oka 🤷♂️
My buddy owns the widebody in the thumbnail!!
Is the mr2 a Daily driver tho??
the SW20 turbo versions are over 10k now. I'm like what??? They used to be 6k in 2010. Did this video cause the prices to go up?
When's that So You Want an RX-8 video dropping?
Jake Rozler who wants a rx8 ._.
Rx7 is the way to go
The Zoopraa
I want an mr2 turbo...oh wait, I have 1 already woot woot
The car that always slide under the railguard
I’m looking to buy a gen2 Mr2, what should I look for when buying one? Any cons?
In Gran Turismo 3, the mods weren’t all that great. The games make these cars rather underpowered and they need to have more (and in real life too).
Anybody know what wheels are right behind Alex’s head ? I’m talking about the pair in the upper middle directly behind his head throughout the video.
Nvm should’ve just waited for the end of the video lol
Sell some double staggered wheel sets
No I want the *_cute girls_* that come with MR2's!
#sarahntuned
Shiiiit already bought a Mark 1
Would this make a good 1st project car?
I HAVE AN ESSAY DUE THREE DAYS AGO
I don't want one.... I already have one.
Admittedly it's a Mk1 riddled with rust, a leaky t-bar, 150k on a rebuilt engine and with crash damage from a previous owner..... but it's still a rip-snorting MR2!!!!! xD
3000gt : I’m the poor mans Ferrari
Mr2 : I’m the poor mans Ferrari
*spidermans pointing at eachother*
Alex Jr Hernandez then what’s the fiero?
You forgot the nsx
Mitsubishi GTO is the closest thing to a poor mans ferrari. NSX is too expensive and too recognised as a JDM legend to be a “poor man” ferrari.
Chandler Lawson whack that’s what it is😤
Koizumi Naoki lol that’s a more expensive poor mans Ferrari but u ain’t wrong♥️
Now it's time to do the the 3rd brother from the "3 brothers" Toyota line up. "So you want a Toyota Celica"
Endy Solorzano starring Scotty Kilmer
the legend Ed only way it should happen
You do realize there more than just 3 performance cars Toyota has made you have the full JZX family, the Soarers, Crown, Aristo etc.
@@KeenanStyles you do realize the "3 Brothers" are refer to as the Supra, Celica, and MR2. We know Toyota made more but Toyota themselves also refer to those three as the "3 Brothers". (Hint: That's why there are quotations.)
@@thelegended2176 LMFAOOO
As an owner of a supercharged '88 and a Turbo '94, I am glad people still think of these things as death traps... Keeps the price down, at least here in the North (Canada lol)
BayshoreBoys I agree a cheap ass sports cars because dumbass people think it’s gonna kill them. It isn’t a death trap if you drove professionally in the first place 😉
You must not live in the U.S., it's getting ridiculous with pricing.
I had a 94' GT-S, man that thing was fun. Just some gremlin patching, a new intercooler and new tires/wheels, exhaust and it became another beast.
@@governorairsoft4150 Hahahah no man, had my 94 long before it turned 25, I'm up here in Canada
@@pekonomials5246 Completely agree, people really just trust everything they read online
I'd rather own a MR2 then a Supra
Okey buddy u weird
Ok boomer
than* boi
I have an mr2 and I would say this only because I got no money
Zachary Prete cap
Why did u have to bring this car up, it's already hard enough to find a sw20 and ur over here promoting it lol
Do the people that mock the mr2 for its snap oversteer even driven one lol. This car will behave depending on its owner.
The largest mistake from most people mocking the oversteer issue is that....the mr2 is so accessible to the normal driver that the normal driver treats them as just another car when they shouldnt. The balance should be taken into account for handling and people drive them like they are just ordinary cars.
Big mistakes and thats all on the inexperienced driver. Luckily i got mine early on when i was driving so i never had that issue
@@PeterXChhanX man, no better explanation that. I never drove one, heard horrible stories about them, but I don't think they'll ever be that bad lol
I had just bought my 1st mr2. Had for about 3 months or so now. And yup. The rumors about the oversteer is over dramatic🤣
INSANEKHENG yeah, ngl I've tried to induce it whilst having a bit of s blast and couldn't get anywhere near. Felt rock solid and completely flat when cornering
@@mrblackrock555 guess it only happens when you least expect it, idk lol. Just the mystery of it makes me wanna get one.
I want an MR2 so I can snap oversteer to heaven.
Real
As soon as this video was over I looked for MR2s and the cheapest one was a red 91' turbo for $12500. The next one was a Veilside widebody 00' for $21950. "Hey bud, So you want to go in to debt"
You can import them for cheaper so you don't have to worry as much about any stupid bro tax. Plus they're usually less molested when you import them.
Ha I did the same, could only find a single 2nd gen and the guy gave no details on it. A few third gens, which I actually drive. The veilside does look nice tho right?
Was that veilside in Orlando? If so, it was a clean 3rd gen and the owner sold an even cleaner 2nd gen
There’s this thing that the MR2 community commonly do with our cars and that is engine swaps. You don’t necessarily need the “Turbo” model MR2 for it to be a turbo. I have a 1987 Toyota MR2 and I have a 3SGTE engine swap and that thing is pretty quick. Total cost for overall swap would be $3-4k
@@TruNorthBandit how do you import them
My dad owned a mark 1 MR2. His girlfriend spun out and totaled it.
F
Is she dead yet ?
F
Women drivers
Heartbreaking
Ah yes, the MR2, THE AW11, AKA the mid engined AE86; The SW20, AKA the Poor's Man Ferrari and the Spyder, AKA the little Boxster/Elise
The ZZW30 looked miles better than a Boxter and weighed 6-700 pounds less. Slap a hardtop on a Spyder and drop a 2ZZ or a turbo in and you've got one of the best looking, best cornering cars on the road. The Elise is a better comparison, it had the same engine and similar weight, but it was a huge miss that Toyota never offered the 2ZZ as an option in the MR-2. I've still to find out the reasoning why Toyota made this decision, best guesses are Lotus made them sign a contract prohibiting them from putting the 2ZZ in a mid-engine car. More work for me, but then again had the 2ZZ been an option in the ZZW30 they might've become more desirable and harder to get, and they're rare enough as it is so I'm glad I found one at a decent price and was able to swap in the 2ZZ. Silver linings, since I was gonna do an engine swap anyways I may as well fully build the engine before I install it....and I did ;) And as fast as it is now, it has upgraded bearings, valves, springs, crank, oil pump (known for failing) so it's hardened just in case I ever decide to really push it and turbo it. So maybe only offering the 1ZZ worked out pretty well for those few hardcore 3rd gen fans out there. Oh and pop up headlights....ruin cars, the only thing that makes the second gen look so.....basic.
I’ve never driven an gen1 or gen2 but my dad had a gen3 when I was in high school and it’s a wicked fun car! Compared to something like a Miata I think the gen3 MR2 is more raw and special. En though it didn’t have a lot of power the mid engine layout made the handling a lot more fun in my opinion and more engaging overall. I’m definitely getting another when I get the chance.
2nd gen looks so good. No offense, but the 3rd gen looks drastically different. I'm a sucker for those popup lights. 😅
2nd gen is a notchback ford probe and 3rd gen is a dry aged boxter.
Only past 92'
You know the song.....
Haddedam except it was designed to look like a Ferrari.
@@1320Bushido pop up up n down headlightsss
How about " so you wanna z06" for all the Murica boys. I'd like to hear your take on them. Prolly the best bang for your buck sports car ever produced.( I might be a little bias since i've owned 2 and am looking into getting another as a dedicated track attack animal)
Jamie Ryan what year??
C6 ZO6 or Grand Sport is still one of top list of cars I would like to get.
Hey guys, Bladed Angel here.
I can smell the cargo shorts and golf gear in this comment lol.
Fun fact: The MR2 SW20 is the greatest car of all time
I'm a mr2 owner and I admit this comment is one of the most dumbest I've seen.
Snap oversteer was an issue, I know first hand having owned one.
@@PhatMikeSP1 Well yeah with the stock suspension its real bad, but if you get aftermarket suspension it will be about the same as any rear engined car.
Wrong, AW11 is
@@PhatMikeSP1 Nah, you're just trying to drive it like an FR... adapt and its perfectly predictable and controllable.
Disagree, the 3rd generation is the best in handling and you can simply slap a turbo on there like I did and gap most cars. Plus they look sick with all the trd bits
Same, third is without a doubt the best handling. It was the first car to beat Tsuchiya AE86 on Hot Version. It took it to gapplebees lmao. I'm buying a zzw30 as my first MR2. Plus, the style of the car really grows on you after a while haha
The to fastest cars of his city being mr2s owned by brothers are kind of a parallel universe rx7s
Ishahakatchi bruh
I feel like this guy could talk to himself for hours.
Got my SW20 this past fall. Currently building it and will definitely be getting parts from FI!
“So you want a 300zx” please
Got my 1991 MR2 2.2L 4 months ago. Did some work, runs good now. Still a lot of work to be done. I absolutely love this car!
2:21 those gaz prices tho
Try living in the UK then complain. Paying £1.28/litre which is roughly $8.18 per gallon
I swear I love when Alex does the “so you want” videos bro personality is perfect for this makes it that much amazing to watching. Great vids guys 💯🙌
Real talk, if everyone knew how easy it is to racecar or show car out a MK3 MR2 they wouldn't bother with the previous generations. The most overlooked factor is how easy it is to install a wide body on the car because every panel is bolt on. None of the exterior panels are welded and they are all easy to remove. Widebody kits are all bolt on replacement panels. slap in their engine and forced induction of choice and realize real quick it was the superior platform out of the 3 generations if you want to look good, go fast or do both at the same time. Aftermarket and OEM hard tops are available if you are willing to look for them but they can get pricey. By far the easiest of the 3 generations to work on as well. Best part is they are dirt cheap and easy to find.
I WANT MR2 SO BAD!!!😭
michax175 get one you won’t regret it one bit! I own a mk1 and had it for about 3 years now and don’t have any plans on replacing it anytime soon. I daily mine everyday and some how i make it work. Hopefully this motivates you to get one. It’s such a great car.
Same
I have a gen 3 and you will not regret it a bit, sooo much potential with the mid engine platform, the exotic looks and the body kits you put on it, doing a k swap would be the ultimate engine swap
@@metalheadarno8914 Also driving a 3rd gen for the past six years and can recommend. Been slowly upgrading it and it's the most fun I've had on the road. Really excellent platform cause it's already good stock but when you get nice wheels, suspension and bracing on there it's just ridiculous. Building a turbo for it now.
Me too. The worst part my friend has owned one for almost 15 years. It needs about 4k worth the work, but mostly in perfect condition. He won't get around to making it run, or sell it to me. I have to look at one of my dream cars just sitting in a garage with a coat of dust on it everytime I go there lol. He says if he ever decides to sell it, I can buy it, but I worry one of us will die before that happens at this point lol.
My first car was an AW11. My second car was another AW11 that I engine swapped to a 4AGZE and drove the crap out of. It's been broken for the past year or so, but seeing this makes me want to spend the time and money to fix her up all nice again. I already upgraded them, but who knows, I may end up getting even newer...
WHEELS, TIRES, AND SUSPENSION FROM FITMENT INDRUSTRIES.
cough are you selling her? :D
I just bought an AW11 as my first car!
I don't know why there's so much hate on the 3rd gen. It has the potential to look and perform better than then the others.
MR2: The suicidal death trap
Lando Calrissian I bet you’re such a good driver. You can drive mid engine? Holy fuck. Teach me daddy.
Misconception. Do you know what makes snap oversteer happen? Enlighten everyone
Divergence Crew snap oversteer happens when there is a sudden disruption in weight transfer, as long as you don’t brake suddenly for a corner you’re a-ok. Besides you can correct it by counter steering it or letting go of the wheel before you spin out to redirect itself. The only reason why the MR2 is known as death trap is because of it’s suspensions which can increase chances of disrupted weight transfer thus snap oversteering. Basically just slap better suspensions and drive professionally in a MR2 and you’re a-ok.
(Note: snap oversteer tends to make cars go tail first until it finds its balance)
@@pekonomials5246 pretty good explanation. Letting off throttle mid turn can also cause this, especially with the first two generations. I'm hoping to get a RHD turbo Sw20 in the next couple years personally 🤞
Divergence Crew this is basically what i looked up for before driving my very own SW20, also had to correct it since as a student driver have to drive like a decent human being.
The first time I saw an MR2 was in Gran turismo 1 and back then I was surprised that Toyota even made a car like that.
I got yelled at while stopped at the traffic lights a year ago. "What the hell is it?" I yelled back "mr2" and he just looked blank. Then I yelled "Toyota" and he looked a bit pissed. My car isn't badged so I guess he thought I was being a smartass. It's been 20 odd years since Toyota made anything other than family cars.
Looks like the MR2 3rd gen used the Carrera gt styling
Maybe people looked at it and think discount Carrerra GT instead of a class of its own anymore
I just saw this car a few days ago on the freeway and my heart skipped a beat. Had to speed up just to get some glances, it was in mint condition too.
'the average joe like you and me' didnt you just get yourself a ferrari alex? 😂😂
1 hour in and already more views than being uploaded for a whole day 😂 man TH-cam get yo shit together
Ah yea where’s that 300zx video?
For reallll! And stay tuned, we promise its on the list!
looking to buy an MR2 SW20 as my first car, live in the east coast of USA please lemme know if you find anything affordable
Another day another MR2 video haha. Happy to not have another video talking about snap oversteer a lot and focusing on how great of a platform the SW20 is!
“Put down that hair gel and Initial D”
I have the mr2 spyder with a 2zz swap and there's plenty with k20 swap out there as well as a few with the 2gr swap. It's an underated car and I like the fact that not many people are aware of how good it is. Its my favorite and its better value for money than a lotus elise
Fuck. You.
For anyone looking to get the 2nd gen mr2 turbo that has some mechanical sense I would suggest getting an na shell and swaping in a gen 4 3sgte (the turbo motor but with new technology and more power than ever came in the turbo mr2) It is very cheap and reliable. Highly recommend
thought we were getting it yesterday, haven't watched yet but curious to see your views on it
TH-cam wasn't working for us well yesterday so we moved the upload to today
@@FitmentIndustries Figured as much, the second gen is definitely more openly accepted in the car community.
Ps I know you got some more sema footage of Dakota and Gels geeking out while they review the cars, and the people want to see it
YES THIS IS MY EPISODE LAST TIME YOU DID G35'S AND 350Z'S. THANKS FOR DOING THIS EPISODE FOR ME
When I think of Toyota I think of the Mark II, Cresta, Chaser, Crown, Aristo, Trueno, Levin, GT-Four, Century, MR2, Altezza, 2000GT, Verossa, Soarer and the Sera (mainly because the McLaren F1 took inspiration from the doors on it).
where's the toyota Chaser Jzx100 ??
Yes!!!! But 81-110 all JZX
So you want a Toyota Cressida, please
Had both the MR2 and now the Supra. Love them both very much, an MR2 will never let you down :)
Damn you kinda hate on the third gen when they are a fantastic Miata alternative. Celica gts 2zz motors can be swapped in without to much hassle and its a fantastic result. Check out Monkey Wrench Racing they have entire kits for this process. As well as turbo kits for more power. I also think that while they do look soft stock they look badass when fully kitted. Check out that APR widebody kit. It makes it look like a micro exotic.
Never even talked about the engine, 2nd gen was known for the 3S-GTE, not 'just' its looks.
im buying this as my first car, I drive my moms mazda 3 6spdMT atm. Aside from the snap and over steer thing, its not like im gonna rip this car everywhere, itll just be a fun daily reliable sports car
Ae86?
Please do So you want Scion xB1,xB2,xB2.5 video please.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@FitmentIndustries
When I was first learning how to drift my 91 Mr2 my brother was in the passenger seat with a big open bag of pretzels. I broke the ass loose drifted the corner but let off the throttle... the car SNAPPED back straight as the pretzels flew out of the bag covering my entire body with pretzels. It was great.
Do a video on cars that come with almost perfect Fitment Stock