The MR2 is like an MX5 just better
Open top car for under £5K?
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Did you get anything after a remap? Can't imagine getting anything from a 3.0 NA
My 330ci sport was remapped to ~250bhp (back in 2006, the car was only 3.5 years old then but i doubt that would make much difference to the available power).
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Must explain why they sold so many MR2s then
I don't mind the MR2, but it's too compromised, the boot is small, interior even more plastic fantastic than the 5 and not as easy to maintain yourself, and thats before we even start to talk about power upgrades.
The mk3 MR2 is meant be a brilliant car, just even less masculine than an MX-5. I wouldn't be spending £5k on either of those cars either, it's just too much when you can get good examples of either for £3k or less. I don't think I'd even buy a convertible at this time of year.
If I were in your shoes I'd try to wait until the summer is over when 'verts are cheaper, then go shopping. Personally I'd go for an S2000 which would at least be half decent through the winter months.
If I were in your shoes I'd try to wait until the summer is over when 'verts are cheaper, then go shopping. Personally I'd go for an S2000 which would at least be half decent through the winter months.
Actually the mk3 is dead simple to work on yourself as there's bags of space in the engine bay
Interior is near as makes no difference the same as the mazda for me and overall there is just as much storage space (if not more) - though how useful it is would depend on what you're actually trying to fit in as it's split over a few areas.
What you gain is a car that is more impressive to drive (in the dry), a nicer engine and it is less likely to rust.
Regardless, both are a good £3-4k choice
Interior is near as makes no difference the same as the mazda for me and overall there is just as much storage space (if not more) - though how useful it is would depend on what you're actually trying to fit in as it's split over a few areas.
What you gain is a car that is more impressive to drive (in the dry), a nicer engine and it is less likely to rust.
Regardless, both are a good £3-4k choice