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blazinmr2 · 10-31-2005, 07:26 PM

MKII model info:

Toyota built the mkII Mr2 between late- 1989- 1998 in Japan. The Mr2 was first imported to the U.S. in early 1990 as 1991 model year vehicle. The Mr2 was available in the U.S. with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines. The body styles available with a hardtop, sunroof, or T-tops. The U.S. market Mr2 was significantly updated and modified for the 1993 model year, with continued modifications in 1994 and 1995. And I will go into these details a little later on.

The U.s. market mr2 sold in greatest quantity in 1991, with decreased sales every year thereafter. By 1994 the mr2 was quite a rarity, with less than 2,000 sold statewide. In the U.S. 1995 was the last model year that the mkII was sold in the U.S, selling less than 1,000. In japan it continued on well untill its final year in 1998.

Mr2 Model Details:

1991-1992: 11,211(1991) and 6,188 (1992) sold in the U.S. These model year cars were essentially identical. 1992 model year cars were not produced for a full year, instead the improved 1993 version took over production lines in mid 1992. 14" wheels were standard, 195/60 front and 205/60 rear tires. The rear spoiler was optional on the n/a mr2, but most dealers equipped them with one anyway.

1993: 2,917 sold in the U.S. Numerous changes were made from the 91/92 cars, a revised rear suspension geometry, different front and rear springs that gave the car a 1" lower stance, bigger 15" wheels with 195/55 front and 225/50 rear tires, longer lug nuts front and rear, different torsion bar and pivot points for reduced to change under heavy cornering loads.

Improved transmission in turbo cars, with changes to the 2nd and 3rd gear synchros, shorter throw manual shifter added. A viscous limited slip differential was an available option on the turbo model.

Non-turbo models recieved a 5-hp improvement to 135 hp.

Different throttle body on the turbo model, was not any wider in diameter, but it had a revised throttle linkage engagement.

Addition of a front lip spoiler.

Premium stereo option included 8- speakers versus the previous 7-speaker setup.

1994: 908 sold. No sunroof or hardtop body available for turbo models. Dual airbags included, with revised tail lights and a new rear spoiler. lower body cladding, front lip spoiler, and side black stripe molding all painted to match body. AC changed to meet environmental regulations. Improved shock rates.

1995: Around 356 were sold, this was the last year the mkII was available in the U.S. No turbo models available in California-emissions regulated states. Revised intercooler.

more continued on next post...

10-31-2005, 07:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
blazinmr2 Resident guitar shredder Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Pella, Ia Posts: 781 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	General mkII FAQ MKII model info: Toyota built the mkII Mr2 between late- 1989- 1998 in Japan. The Mr2 was first imported to the U.S. in early 1990 as 1991 model year vehicle. The Mr2 was available in the U.S. with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines. The body styles available with a hardtop, sunroof, or T-tops. The U.S. market Mr2 was significantly updated and modified for the 1993 model year, with continued modifications in 1994 and 1995. And I will go into these details a little later on. The U.s. market mr2 sold in greatest quantity in 1991, with decreased sales every year thereafter. By 1994 the mr2 was quite a rarity, with less than 2,000 sold statewide. In the U.S. 1995 was the last model year that the mkII was sold in the U.S, selling less than 1,000. In japan it continued on well untill its final year in 1998. Mr2 Model Details: 1991-1992: 11,211(1991) and 6,188 (1992) sold in the U.S. These model year cars were essentially identical. 1992 model year cars were not produced for a full year, instead the improved 1993 version took over production lines in mid 1992. 14" wheels were standard, 195/60 front and 205/60 rear tires. The rear spoiler was optional on the n/a mr2, but most dealers equipped them with one anyway. 1993: 2,917 sold in the U.S. Numerous changes were made from the 91/92 cars, a revised rear suspension geometry, different front and rear springs that gave the car a 1" lower stance, bigger 15" wheels with 195/55 front and 225/50 rear tires, longer lug nuts front and rear, different torsion bar and pivot points for reduced to change under heavy cornering loads. Improved transmission in turbo cars, with changes to the 2nd and 3rd gear synchros, shorter throw manual shifter added. A viscous limited slip differential was an available option on the turbo model. Non-turbo models recieved a 5-hp improvement to 135 hp. Different throttle body on the turbo model, was not any wider in diameter, but it had a revised throttle linkage engagement. Addition of a front lip spoiler. Premium stereo option included 8- speakers versus the previous 7-speaker setup. 1994: 908 sold. No sunroof or hardtop body available for turbo models. Dual airbags included, with revised tail lights and a new rear spoiler. lower body cladding, front lip spoiler, and side black stripe molding all painted to match body. AC changed to meet environmental regulations. Improved shock rates. 1995: Around 356 were sold, this was the last year the mkII was available in the U.S. No turbo models available in California-emissions regulated states. Revised intercooler. more continued on next post...