Toyota : MR2 Base NA

This car was originally sold in August. but the bidder backed out of the sale after 3 months of delays and procrastinating.  
The car is in excellent condition and rust-free.  unlike many first generation MR2s.  The car has only 121. 799 miles on it.  That's less than 4500 miles per year!
The body is in excellent condition. The paint is original and looks great.  The interior is in amazing condition for a 28 year old car. Again. unlike so many MR2s of that era. there is no sun-wear or age cracks on the dash.  See photos.  The seats are the original style with virtually no wear. Again see photos. These are the seats that people often stole from MR2s. Because these seats were so prized by thieves. Toyota had to replacement them with restyled one-piece seats for later models.  They are similar to Recaros in looks and comfort.  There is a small wear spot on the armrest-console.
I've invested over $3000 in the car with the intent of making it my to and from town vehicle. but I recently splurged and bought a 2001 Corvette instead.  The MR2 is now sitting in my driveway. It has a new alternator. new timing belt. near new tires. supercharger rims. new hoses. new ignition wires. a new water pump. a cold a/c. a brand new Pioneer CD radio. and a slightly modified. custom exhaust system to enhance the exhaust sound-- very subtle with nice pitch.  Note: this car has manual windows like the sports cars of old--no electric window worries like so many older cars. Also keep in mind that first generation MR2s have no power steering making steering firm and precise.  I had a 2005 Lotus Elise and the older MR2s steer very much like those highly-prized. very expensive mid-engine British sports cars.  It was rumored that Lotus was involved in tuning the older MR2s with the intent of developing an early version of the Elise.  Mid-engine cars must be experienced to be believed.  I know. I've owned several MR2s (see photo of my 1989 red MR2). an Elise. and two NSXs. Once behind the wheel of a first gen MR2. you'll feel connected to the road like no other inexpensive. used car available today.  I have owned 8 MR2s-- 4 first generation and 4 second generation editions.  Although the 1991-1995s were quicker. the 1985-1989s out handling them and felt more planted on the road.  The view out the front of the abbreviated 1986 hood reminds you of a GTP race car.  First generation MR2s are becoming rare. especially in this condition. and will surely achieve classic status soon.  
I believe for an MR2 in this shape cosmetically and mechanically. the asking price is very reasonable considering what people are asking for MR2s that have rust and mechanical issues.
You will not be disappointed with this car.  1985-1989 MR2s in this condition are hard to find.
Due to its age. I am selling the car AS IS.  

On Nov-24-14 at 07:31:18 PST. seller added the following information:

It's been brought to my attention that the upgraded seats I mentioned as being targets of thieves were actually still available on all MR2s despite thievery. Most of the documented insurance claims for stolen MR2 Recaro-style seats came from urban areas including Los Angeles.  That is a fact.

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