From bad things may come good

Spinfin · 12-15-2007, 08:08 PM

I'm extremely noobie to the community, and the MR2 world, but have done extensive research on the car and am learning bits every time I check out the boards or scan the internet for various things of information regarding the MKII MR2.

I'll keep it short as possible.
I used to own a 1999 Civic Si from early 2004, until it was stolen overnight recently the day before Halloween on October 30th 2007. I did my best to stray away from being that typical "civic kid", I hope you enjoy the photos I have to share. They in NO WAY cover the extensive experience I had with the Si and the phases it went through, but just show a tip of how it sat towards its ending days. I will spare details, but I can assure I have "been there, done that" minus anything fast and furious type.
I was then extremely lucky, and fortunate, to be able to find a car that I could afford, and I knew I could invest future income and time and luv ( I only use love when talking about a human, heh) into again, the Toyota MR2.

Drove 3 hours to check it out.
Had it since Thanksgiving.
80k miles.
First step after purchase, draining wheel funds to get Timing Belt and fix the clutch (it was staying stuck pressed down). Damn that mid engine configuration.

I plan on keeping it very simplistic and well done. I will be patient and only use the best products on it in the future i.e Aeroware/Greddy/Volk.
The engine will not be touched, I value oem quality and peace of mind, after having done ALL bolt ons possible and had a turbocharged experience with my previous Civic Si. It is very enjoyable as is anyway and nimble, agile even. I am taking my time getting used to this car, as I am aware of the 1991 suspension and handling difficulty level if taken advantage of in the wrong way. I stay away from sporty turns and stick to enjoy straight acceleration for now.
For now, it will sit as is awhile until I graduate out of college in approx 1+ year.
Those with sharp eyes may notice minor aftermarket touches, but nothing outstanding obviously. Thank you for reading this little story and would like to thank any of you in advance for the information provided throughout the time I begin to customize the MR2 overtime.

Ben · 12-15-2007, 08:47 PM

Your 2 is absolutely gorgeous! Is the paint original? Keep it the way it is and it will definitely hold its value. The Civic was very clean. Sorry that it had to have happened - but the 2 will not let you down

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Jaicvc · 12-15-2007, 09:03 PM

well......welcome to the mr2 board... i myself still have my civic.... and a mr2...
well yet again welcome....(if u want a better handling toward to your 2 well what i know is that the 94 and up version of the mr2 will be a better handling and the break system also... enjoy with ur 2......

Ben · 12-15-2007, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaicvc

i myself still have my civic.... and a mr2...

Thanks funny, I have a 98 Civic also

Russell the Love Muscle · 12-16-2007, 05:21 AM

I also have a civic, is a 97 ex, traded my 94 h22 hatch for it!

The MR2 is a much better car all around!!

PnOyGTS · 12-16-2007, 06:03 PM

clean deuce

hmong337 · 12-16-2007, 06:10 PM

you civic looked nice... but the MR2 is 1000x better! and 1000x funner to drive. congrats with getting a clean ride.

12-15-2007, 08:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
Spinfin Cage Fighter Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 109 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	From bad things may come good I'm extremely noobie to the community, and the MR2 world, but have done extensive research on the car and am learning bits every time I check out the boards or scan the internet for various things of information regarding the MKII MR2. I'll keep it short as possible. I used to own a 1999 Civic Si from early 2004, until it was stolen overnight recently the day before Halloween on October 30th 2007. I did my best to stray away from being that typical "civic kid", I hope you enjoy the photos I have to share. They in NO WAY cover the extensive experience I had with the Si and the phases it went through, but just show a tip of how it sat towards its ending days. I will spare details, but I can assure I have "been there, done that" minus anything fast and furious type. I was then extremely lucky, and fortunate, to be able to find a car that I could afford, and I knew I could invest future income and time and luv ( I only use love when talking about a human, heh) into again, the Toyota MR2. Drove 3 hours to check it out. Had it since Thanksgiving. 80k miles. First step after purchase, draining wheel funds to get Timing Belt and fix the clutch (it was staying stuck pressed down). Damn that mid engine configuration. I plan on keeping it very simplistic and well done. I will be patient and only use the best products on it in the future i.e Aeroware/Greddy/Volk. The engine will not be touched, I value oem quality and peace of mind, after having done ALL bolt ons possible and had a turbocharged experience with my previous Civic Si. It is very enjoyable as is anyway and nimble, agile even. I am taking my time getting used to this car, as I am aware of the 1991 suspension and handling difficulty level if taken advantage of in the wrong way. I stay away from sporty turns and stick to enjoy straight acceleration for now. For now, it will sit as is awhile until I graduate out of college in approx 1+ year. Those with sharp eyes may notice minor aftermarket touches, but nothing outstanding obviously. Thank you for reading this little story and would like to thank any of you in advance for the information provided throughout the time I begin to customize the MR2 overtime.

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12-15-2007, 08:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ben The Fastest MR2 in Reno Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Oceanside, CA / Reno, NV Posts: 3,402 Thanks: 18 Thanked 239 Times in 226 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (10/100% )	Your 2 is absolutely gorgeous! Is the paint original? Keep it the way it is and it will definitely hold its value. The Civic was very clean. Sorry that it had to have happened - but the 2 will not let you down .

12-15-2007, 09:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jaicvc Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Frisco Posts: 784 Thanks: 1 Thanked 28 Times in 28 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	well......welcome to the mr2 board... i myself still have my civic.... and a mr2... well yet again welcome....(if u want a better handling toward to your 2 well what i know is that the 94 and up version of the mr2 will be a better handling and the break system also... enjoy with ur 2......

12-16-2007, 05:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
Russell the Love Muscle Cage Fighter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 580 Thanks: 1 Thanked 14 Times in 14 Posts iTrader Rating: (3/100% )	I also have a civic, is a 97 ex, traded my 94 h22 hatch for it! The MR2 is a much better car all around!!

12-16-2007, 06:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
PnOyGTS Some Skills Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 64 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	clean deuce

12-16-2007, 06:10 PM	#7 (permalink)
hmong337 Emperor Jspec Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 864 Thanks: 95 Thanked 45 Times in 44 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	you civic looked nice... but the MR2 is 1000x better! and 1000x funner to drive. congrats with getting a clean ride.