Get to know your Toyota Mr2. Short version.

[@lucaslorentz4722]

I never knew that about the trunk lock...thanks for sharing Bob.

[@SamFBM]

ay it i thought mine was fucked for a while lol

[@Nemoticon]

Same in the Mk1.... good for leaving the car with the t-bar open (not recommended, lol), means your stuff in the trunk remains safe.

[@negativeindustrial]

I recently fretted over what, I thought, was a broken trunk release for two full weeks. Just before I ordered the parts I thought I’d get back there and try to wriggle it. Turns out it was just fine, I just didn’t know how to work it! Glad I never ordered the parts because I would only use OEM parts on stuff like that and there’s no telling how much Toyota would charge for that shit (If they could even get them anymore)

[@CanadianGearhead]

I remember it taking me forever to find the engine lid release when I first bought my car haha

[@nrs6956]

Thank you. Good info. A unique car unequalled today. Every so often meet an ex owner who regrets selling their MR2. Have heard the MR2 is from Toyota's "golden age."

[@turdferguson989]

You are the man, Bob! We are looking forward to having this beauty for a long time. Thanks for doing such a great job with it!

[@BobPham]

Not A Problem 👍🏼 it was a pleasure and honor to get this car done for you. Hope u like the mr2. Cant wait to see what u will do to it.

[@EvenStevensss]

It's a beauty! I'd keep it the way it is! I never tinted my windows on my 95 turbo and never will! Probably should in Florida, but its garage kept! Enjoy Ryan!

[@sirgumball2214]

what wheels are these

[@EvenStevensss]

The new owner of that beautiful mr2 will really enjoy it!

[@doc458doc]

Nice one Bob. I remember having 2 keys for my MK1. Only one of them was able to unlock the trunk, glove box. Perfect for valet parking etc. I believe the tip of the key was different.

[@maxbroomi8241]

Man...I miss my 93 MR2 t-top

[@burnzy3210]

pretty much

[@christophergreen7929]

I've learnt something with the boot.👍

[@tgkg]

Need MR2 turbo in my life.

[@cvsisinthehouse]

It's been 28 years since I sold my '93, I forgot what was up front. Might get a new one....hopefully

[@bujin5455]

2:31. Now I know why the lock cylinder on my MR2 is all beat to hell. Apparently the previous owner didn't understand what was going on, and got violent with it! 😂

[@MegaEddie45]

Nice video man your a big help , I'm assembling all my parts for a gen 3 motor to into an NA slick top chassis .

[@negativeindustrial]

MegaEddie45 Do you intend to leave it stock(ish)? From my two decades of experience with 1st-4th Gen 3S-GTE’s in dozens of cars of mine, friend’s and customer’s, I find the 3rd Gen to be the best stock(ish) engine as we’ve been able to pull ~340WHP pretty consistently on our ST-205 WRC swaps into Celicas and standard 3rd Gen swaps into MR2’s almost always net ~320WHP (all Mustang Dyno results). However, the reason why I ask is, we’ve found the 2nd gen engines to be the best platform for built engines making 375WHP+. We avoid the 4th and 5th gen engines as they tend to be more trashed for some reason and the bottom ends are considerably weaker. The electronics are so much nicer but, if going to standalone, the playing field gets leveled and you’re back to a weak bottom end issues. I hope this helps and good luck with your swap!

[@VaughnJogVlog]

Looks great without all the factory black trim pieces.

[@JonnyQ408]

Mr2 value is going up, I have a 91 N/A wish I was able to find a turbo that was for sale.

[@JordyAuto]

Thank you for the video! Have a question though, I'm a college student so I was considering a civic si because they're practical and pretty good on gas, but I also kinda want rear wheel drive. Is your MR2 good for daily and is the interior and trunk space usable? trying to see which car would work better for me. Thanks!

[@黒キツネ-九零二一零]

He's not gonna answer so I will. It's the biggest and more spacious of the 3. Im also looking for a 2 seater instead of a bs civic. Beware: cars with mr layouts are known for snap oversteer. Incase you want to hoon it somewhere, make sure it's in a parking lot, or else when that back swings out, you'll either crash into a tree, car, or house. Also, the most reliable out of the 3 is the 3rd gen, but with less space.

[@EvenStevensss]

Lol I remember when I got my original 95 turbo and moved the rear trunk all the way to the left and my key which I also found out later it was for valet mode, but my key wouldn't take it out of valet mode. I had to get some graphite powder / lubricant in the lock and some wiggling to get the key to finally get it out of valet mode!

[@nimmen]

That's a beautiful example, so clean!

[@midshipmino1786]

Yessss ive been putting my t tops behind me seat wrong!! Thanks Bob!

[@mattd6085]

Do the T-top handles also have a key lock? I've pulled a 1991 JDM import out of a storage unit and the T-top switch/handles aren't budging. I'm wondering if it's either locked (no keys sadly), or if it's seized shut...

[@juliogallegos5056]

Awesome video! I wish you could have gone into the storage/glove box behind the seats.

[@greganderson5972]

Didn’t know that about the trunk lock. Thanks!

[@rainr32gtr]

Great Job Bob and thank you for sharing :)

[@krassergamerLP]

Really interested on buying one is it any good?

[@jameswalker8705]

Very good video 📹 I have a Mr2 white import please tell me where did you buy your drinks holder just by drivers side 😀

[@ToyotaTuned]

can you fit a large suitcase in the trunk? can't find the trunk dimensions anywhere

[@cincomorales]

Hey bob good video , when are you going to make a video showing how to install the Rpm after the caldina engine swap ?

[@BobPham]

jessie morales I don’t. I use a tach adapter.

[@RaceLine10]

@@BobPham which do you use, and where can I buy? Just done a Redtop swap, all is good except for RPM

[@cincomorales]

Bob Pham is there any way you can make a video of how to install the tach adapter that will really help the mr2 community

[@BobPham]

jessie morales it’s just 3 wires. Most of my harness are plug and play from wiregap. He prewired them to the tach adapter.

[@joeyjet3031]

Would you have any extra parts for sale like door locks tumbler or 94 kouki taillights by chance?also do you do any engine work like 700whp? Lmk thanks

[@realdamageboy]

Pretty much....

[@Lucas_Fidalgo]

Beautiful car

[@Aminmotors]

Him: *this strap...* ME: WHAT STRAP!! What Engine cover latch!!! What interior!!

[@oneradchicken7874]

How do i get that black chunk off between my tail lights trying to replace the mr2 badge

[@jamiejack764]

Thank you

[@HurricanesZ]

What wing is that?

[@salimsopari]

bob how many times did you say pretty much

[@mr2australia]

Cool car.

[@mjal1284]

what is the price of a toyota MR2 1993?

[@BladerRyu]

Do you realize what you have just showed me????!!!! I thought my trunk latch was broken, i havent opened my trunk in 4 years . . . thank you oh wise one 👏

[@robertpurvis6106]

do you fix up and sell mr2s in cali on the regular? i noticed the non turbo for sale on CL.

[@BobPham]

Yea. Most of my turbo ones are sold out of states because of the gen4/5 swaps. But that Na not many are a fan of bodykit mr2.

[@mar_bluyt5898]

I've never seen a cleaner interior on a two... HOW

[@negativeindustrial]

Does anyone know what I should expect to pay for a turbo engine lid? I bought a clip and I’ve swapped my USDM N/A to Turbo, however, I got an extremely good deal on my clip because it came with LSD E153, Turbo axles, hubs and brakes, full set of authentic GReddy performance bolt-ons (Intake, Intercooler, IC Fan, IC pipes, BOV, ATS TB inlet, complete GReddy exhaust with authentic Aussie DP), but, sadly, no body parts - that’s why I only paid $1k total. Is it even worth worrying about for cooling? My ST-205, with the same engine, has holes EVERYWHERE in the hood and bumper for cooling so that’s why I assume we need to upgrade airflow into the engine bay in every way we possibly can. That being said, I prefer the appearance of the N/A lid to the turbo one and I rarely add aftermarket body parts - just not into that at all if I can help it. Any advice/help would be greatly appreciated - thank you!

[@jacobplata]

Like less than 500, you can find fiberglass or carbon deck lids on camposties and try mr2 heaven.

[@negativeindustrial]

Jacob Plata Damn! I found one for $275 in the correct color but I thought the guy was trying rip me off. I, honestly, figured with all the clips that have been imported, there would be a surplus and no demand so they’d be $100 like any basic used body panel.

[@lonew8970]

Why there is locks on t top?

[@BobPham]

Lone W so people can steal ttops 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@sturomain]

Needs a steering column boot. You get a nasty breeze through that hole. Burrr

[@EddieofSWE]

"16 Pretty much:es under 5 minutes"

[@hoen2009]

wait it has cruise controll, don't think the mr2's europe have that.

[@BobPham]

hoen2009 yea. Most usdm mr3 have them.

[@EvenStevensss]

My usdm 95 turbo has it!

[@somebloke2238]

Please stop saying pretty much

[@NatVirgo]

This pretty much sums up the video.

[@robertohernandez6139]

@@NatVirgoyeah pretty much