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looking at getting a mk2 mr2

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this is the one in question and it seems v cheap. The problems are listed on MOT as brakes need an overhaul, needs new tyres all round, 2 new front shocks, windscreens "censored" and the rear bodywork damage.

I think I can fix all of them as nothing too drastic (unless I am missing something) but I was wondering if anyone had anymore info on the car. Reg J582FMX. Ive never owned an MR2 but have always liked the older ones and seems a good little project to get busy with. Any advice welcome! thanks


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From the MOT history i would be very thorough checking it over, sound like whoever had it really didnt care and did very little on maintenance.
"Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))"
Thats worrying.
unless its very cheap then its not worth much.
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£350 cheap.
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Owner said it was used daily up until mot ran out though it was ran very cheaply thats obvious.

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Very cheap , Good luck , Best colour !
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You will need 3 times that to get it through it's mot and make it safe.
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not too fussed about getting on the road. Maybe a track car project, I have a B5 S4 for daily driving

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Don't really know what to think of this one - doesn't seem to have been well cared for.
I think with a bit of money, time and know-how, you could make it a good track car.

But would obviously depend on the frame and how much rust you've got going on.

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I don't recon its cheap .probably a fair price .I don't know what the scrap man is paying .id try to get it cheaper . you want to price up the parts it needs. im not saying you shouldn't buy it but 350 can soon turn into a grand.

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£350 not cheap ?
MK2 3sge Uk sold.
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