So I just bought a mr2

blackbob · 12-25-2006, 02:53 AM

Hey,
I'm new to the forums so I figured I'd start my first thread introducing myself and my newly aquired MR2.I kinda over paid I think then again this is Guam so whatever....
It's a 91' MR2 5spd and it's yellow I'll post pics when I get back to the house. I paid 4800.00 but over all I'm happy with the purchase it's got it's querks but whatever. So to my MR2 people anything I should be aware of before I start my MR2 adventure ?

PICS:

Pics where taken VIA camera phone so I'll take some day-time pics next week.

Sang · 12-25-2006, 06:21 AM

My suggestions:

1. Take off the decals.
2. Get bigger wheels. I love the border kit, but because of it's bulky design, it needs big bulky wheels to compliment it.
3.I could tell, but in the night pic of the drivers side, seems like there's a nice size gash on the fender.

Other than that, it looks nice. Paint looks to be in good shape. Any interior shots?

All in all, nice find, and welcome.

FLAMR2 · 12-25-2006, 08:54 AM

welcome..my 2c...remove the bodykit.....looks much better stock...

blackbob · 12-25-2006, 11:53 AM

I'm not a big fan of the kit myself I'm removing alot of that. What I plan to do is get the body back to stock with the exception of a TOM's front bumper and maybe the infamous turbo scoop. Other then that it will be cleaner with a different color. The rest of my money and time will be spent in interior restoration(there's a reason I have no pics..lol),suspension beefing(guam has lots of ups down,lefts,and tight rights),wheels,brakes,and lastly a built 3SGTE swap.

Sharky · 12-25-2006, 05:57 PM

In Asia, the body kits are a must if you want to get attraction at the many car shows in the region. So most of the show cars all have it. That car used to be a real eye catcher when it was first built.

Cars out in Asia are usually highly modified inside and out. And many are real performers out on the track too.

blackbob · 12-26-2006, 02:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sharky

In Asia, the body kits are a must if you want to get attraction at the many car shows in the region. So most of the show cars all have it. That car used to be a real eye catcher when it was first built.

Cars out in Asia are usually highly modified inside and out. And many are real performers out on the track too.

Thanks sharky,but I'm not a show person. Don't get me wrong I don't mind kit but to me they really take away from the factory lines. I want it to e aggressive but in a more natural way. Like a nice aggressive bumper with rolled fenders and trimmed rear bumper. It's got a ways to go but it's all in time.

12-25-2006, 02:53 AM	#1 (permalink)
blackbob wiring....odds and ends Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Guam Posts: 753 Thanks: 61 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts iTrader Rating: (2/100% )	So I just bought a mr2 Hey, I'm new to the forums so I figured I'd start my first thread introducing myself and my newly aquired MR2.I kinda over paid I think then again this is Guam so whatever.... It's a 91' MR2 5spd and it's yellow I'll post pics when I get back to the house. I paid 4800.00 but over all I'm happy with the purchase it's got it's querks but whatever. So to my MR2 people anything I should be aware of before I start my MR2 adventure ? PICS: Pics where taken VIA camera phone so I'll take some day-time pics next week.

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12-25-2006, 06:21 AM	#2 (permalink)
Sang Turtle Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: FL Posts: 4,096 Thanks: 18 Thanked 267 Times in 246 Posts iTrader Rating: (5/100% )	My suggestions: 1. Take off the decals. 2. Get bigger wheels. I love the border kit, but because of it's bulky design, it needs big bulky wheels to compliment it. 3.I could tell, but in the night pic of the drivers side, seems like there's a nice size gash on the fender. Other than that, it looks nice. Paint looks to be in good shape. Any interior shots? All in all, nice find, and welcome.

12-25-2006, 08:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
FLAMR2 original owner Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: FT.MYERS FL Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	welcome..my 2c...remove the bodykit.....looks much better stock...

12-25-2006, 11:53 AM	#4 (permalink)
blackbob wiring....odds and ends Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Guam Posts: 753 Thanks: 61 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts iTrader Rating: (2/100% )	I'm not a big fan of the kit myself I'm removing alot of that. What I plan to do is get the body back to stock with the exception of a TOM's front bumper and maybe the infamous turbo scoop. Other then that it will be cleaner with a different color. The rest of my money and time will be spent in interior restoration(there's a reason I have no pics..lol),suspension beefing(guam has lots of ups down,lefts,and tight rights),wheels,brakes,and lastly a built 3SGTE swap.

12-25-2006, 05:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
Sharky Lurking in the Waters Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Guam Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	In Asia, the body kits are a must if you want to get attraction at the many car shows in the region. So most of the show cars all have it. That car used to be a real eye catcher when it was first built. Cars out in Asia are usually highly modified inside and out. And many are real performers out on the track too.