1988 Toyota MR2 Supercharged Coupe
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Engine: 2 liter twin carb DOHC 4 cylinder Transmission: 5 speed manual Features: A completely original car. A/C, Disc brakes, cruise control, 138,000km with books. |
The MR2 was derived from a 1976 Toyota design project with the goal of a car which would be enjoyable to drive, yet still provide good fuel economy – not necessarily a sports car. Design work began in 1979 when Akio Yoshida from Toyota's testing department started to evaluate alternatives for engine placement and drive method, finalizing a mid-transverse engine placement. Toyota called the 1981 prototype SA-X.
From its original design, the car evolved into a sports car, and further prototypes were tested both in Japan and in the US. Significant testing was performed on race circuits including Willow Springs, where former Formula One driver Dan Gurney tested the car.
All three generations were in compliance with Japanese government regulations concerning exterior dimensions and engine displacement. The MR2 appeared around the same time as the Honda CR-X and the Nissan EXA from Japan, the Pontiac Fiero and Ford EXP from North America, and about a decade after the VW Scirocco and Fiat X1/9 from Europe made their debut.
Toyota debuted its SV-3 concept car in October 1983 at the Tokyo Motor Show, gathering press and audience publicity. The car was scheduled for a Japanese launch in the second quarter of 1984 under the name MR2, designating it the model code "W10". When fitted with the 1.5-liter 3A engine, it was known as the "AW10". Likewise, the 1.6-liter 4A version is identified by the "AW11" code. The cars were light (1066kg) and extremely nimble.
As Toyota engineered the MR2 to accommodate a 2-liter engine, its primary features included its light body (950 kg), strong handling, and low-power small-displacement engine. The car is often referred to as the AW11, referring to the chassis code of the most common 1.6-liter, A-engined versions.
The MR2's suspension and handling were designed by Toyota with the help of Lotus engineer Roger Becker. Toyota's cooperation with Lotus during the prototype phase can be seen in the AW11, and it owes much to Lotus's sports cars of the 1960s and 1970s. Toyota's active suspension technology, called TEMS, was not installed. With five structural bulkheads, the MR2 was quite heavy for a two-seater of its size.
Toyota employed the naturally aspirated 4A-GE 1,587 cc (1.6 L; 96.8 cu in) inline-four engine, a DOHC four-valve-per-cylinder motor, borrowed from the E80 series Corolla. This engine was also equipped with Denso electronic port fuel injection and T-VIS variable intake geometry, giving the engine a maximum power output of 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) in Japan. A five-speed manual transmission was standard, with a four-speed automatic available as an option.
In 1986 (1988 for the US market), Toyota introduced a supercharged engine for the MR2. Based on the same block and head, the 4A-GZE was equipped with a small Roots-type supercharger and a Denso intercooler. T-VIS was eliminated and the compression ratio was lowered to 8:1. It produced 145 hp / 108 kW at 6,400 rpm and 186 N⋅m; 137 lb⋅ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. Acceleration was given as 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.5.
The supercharger was belt-driven but actuated by an electromagnetic clutch, so that it would not be driven except when needed, increasing fuel economy. Curb weight increased to 1,131 kg for supercharged models, due to the weight of the supercharger equipment and a new, stronger transmission. In addition to the new engine, the MR2 SC was also equipped with stiffer springs, and received special "tear-drop" aluminum wheels. The engine cover had two raised vents (only one of which was functional) that visually distinguished it from the naturally aspirated models. It was also labeled "SUPER CHARGER" on the rear trunk and body mouldings behind both doors. This model was never offered outside of the Japanese and North American markets, although some cars were privately imported to other countries.
The car we have for sale is a genuine 1 owner car from new. It comes with books, tools, and owners manuals. The car has recently been repainted in the original colour and the original cloth interior is in very good condition. It has the original wheels with new tyres, and the original leather wound steering wheel. The T Tops are in excellent condition and very important sun visors are in good condition too.
If are into Japanese classic cars, I don't think you will find a more original, 1 owner, MK1 MR2 in SA
Sold licensed and registered with COR. Delivery can be arranged. Certain swaps and trade in's considered.
POA
PS: check out this review from 1987 https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15140694/toyota-mr2-supercharged-archived-test-review/
From its original design, the car evolved into a sports car, and further prototypes were tested both in Japan and in the US. Significant testing was performed on race circuits including Willow Springs, where former Formula One driver Dan Gurney tested the car.
All three generations were in compliance with Japanese government regulations concerning exterior dimensions and engine displacement. The MR2 appeared around the same time as the Honda CR-X and the Nissan EXA from Japan, the Pontiac Fiero and Ford EXP from North America, and about a decade after the VW Scirocco and Fiat X1/9 from Europe made their debut.
Toyota debuted its SV-3 concept car in October 1983 at the Tokyo Motor Show, gathering press and audience publicity. The car was scheduled for a Japanese launch in the second quarter of 1984 under the name MR2, designating it the model code "W10". When fitted with the 1.5-liter 3A engine, it was known as the "AW10". Likewise, the 1.6-liter 4A version is identified by the "AW11" code. The cars were light (1066kg) and extremely nimble.
As Toyota engineered the MR2 to accommodate a 2-liter engine, its primary features included its light body (950 kg), strong handling, and low-power small-displacement engine. The car is often referred to as the AW11, referring to the chassis code of the most common 1.6-liter, A-engined versions.
The MR2's suspension and handling were designed by Toyota with the help of Lotus engineer Roger Becker. Toyota's cooperation with Lotus during the prototype phase can be seen in the AW11, and it owes much to Lotus's sports cars of the 1960s and 1970s. Toyota's active suspension technology, called TEMS, was not installed. With five structural bulkheads, the MR2 was quite heavy for a two-seater of its size.
Toyota employed the naturally aspirated 4A-GE 1,587 cc (1.6 L; 96.8 cu in) inline-four engine, a DOHC four-valve-per-cylinder motor, borrowed from the E80 series Corolla. This engine was also equipped with Denso electronic port fuel injection and T-VIS variable intake geometry, giving the engine a maximum power output of 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) in Japan. A five-speed manual transmission was standard, with a four-speed automatic available as an option.
In 1986 (1988 for the US market), Toyota introduced a supercharged engine for the MR2. Based on the same block and head, the 4A-GZE was equipped with a small Roots-type supercharger and a Denso intercooler. T-VIS was eliminated and the compression ratio was lowered to 8:1. It produced 145 hp / 108 kW at 6,400 rpm and 186 N⋅m; 137 lb⋅ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. Acceleration was given as 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.5.
The supercharger was belt-driven but actuated by an electromagnetic clutch, so that it would not be driven except when needed, increasing fuel economy. Curb weight increased to 1,131 kg for supercharged models, due to the weight of the supercharger equipment and a new, stronger transmission. In addition to the new engine, the MR2 SC was also equipped with stiffer springs, and received special "tear-drop" aluminum wheels. The engine cover had two raised vents (only one of which was functional) that visually distinguished it from the naturally aspirated models. It was also labeled "SUPER CHARGER" on the rear trunk and body mouldings behind both doors. This model was never offered outside of the Japanese and North American markets, although some cars were privately imported to other countries.
The car we have for sale is a genuine 1 owner car from new. It comes with books, tools, and owners manuals. The car has recently been repainted in the original colour and the original cloth interior is in very good condition. It has the original wheels with new tyres, and the original leather wound steering wheel. The T Tops are in excellent condition and very important sun visors are in good condition too.
If are into Japanese classic cars, I don't think you will find a more original, 1 owner, MK1 MR2 in SA
Sold licensed and registered with COR. Delivery can be arranged. Certain swaps and trade in's considered.
POA
PS: check out this review from 1987 https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15140694/toyota-mr2-supercharged-archived-test-review/