My Home Built Project! // 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo Review

[@mpmfr]

Pop up, up and down headlights!!! 😎

[@jobc919]

Pop up, up and down headlights. Ugh!!

[@BLACKOUT41689]

Mo powaaaaah baby!

[@mikeaninger7388]

James killed it. “LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING!!!!!”

[@dustinmckay2790]

Damn you beat me to it haha

[@CalvinHikes]

Possibly the best Mr 2 on the road.

[@fsckerdot1q]

“Sport mode is always engaged” pretty much sums up the mr2 turbo. Congrats on the build, it’s awesome.

[@lonelion8341]

It is obvious by your smile that you are more than proud of MR-2 and all the effort that you have invested into MR-2 and that you are happy with the results! Congrats Sarah, you GORGEOUS car Mom!!🦁 NEVER quit!!!

[@saleendriver]

Having followed this project from the very start, I am so proud of you Sarah. Proud of you sticking to this, overcoming most every problem. You have every right to be proud of your handiwork. I congratulate you. Love and respect.

[@DE-ok4ld]

As a former Factory Rep for Toyota Motor Corporation, Your little MR2 was what we referred to as a Little Japanese Ferrari. It was always one of our favorite Cars! Toyota didn't sell enough so it was eventually discontinued. The MR2 that you own IMO was the very best MR2 we ever produced. Wish you the best with your little Awesome sports car!

[@brianhall23]

This video is priceless! Watching you today brought a smile to my face. Congratulations on all the hard work.

[@Eray2007]

Ikr KZbin is free

[@jeffwhite8017]

I grew up in my dads auto body shop and loved it when a "mister 2" came in for repairs. Thats what my dad called the mr2. I really like yours! Have fun fixing it up.

[@bigbear7233]

It SOUNDS AMAZING. Congrats on crossing the finish line. Now it’s just maintenance and upgrades

[@petermarcos1177]

Hey Sarah, I usually don't comment on any videos, but after binge-watching almost all your video's I had to make a couple, 1st, hats off to you for your persistence in doing the job right, (I'm OCD myself, so I know the feeling) a commodity that's usually overlooked, 2nd here's an easy way to time your cars if you've removed the distributor, with the engine ready to fire #1 ( you can put the timing mark at 5-10º to get even closer) remove the wire from #1, put a spark plug in the wire, ground the plug, turn the ignition on, rotate the distributor until plug fires, (go back & forth a couple of times to get it close) snug up the bolt & start, you should be close enough to fire w/out spitting fire.. I've used this method on numerous cars & it puts you in the ballpark. Hope this helps in any future builds. Keep up the great work!!

[@neoanderson7]

Finally! The review of an era.. 👏🏻👍🏻 Congrats Sarah! 🎉

[@wurlycorner]

So, so pleased for you that you've been able to make this video and able to get out there and ENJOY the car. Mr Dos is an absolute credit to you, absolutely amazing dedication and work and looks just superb. Well done

[@robertreynolds9228]

Sarah im seriously happy and proud of you. Your smile says it all sweetie!

[@77subiedo]

Sarah your videos are absolutely amazing. What you have done with this car is a true example very fine craftsmanship and workmanship. You overcame many many obstacles and never gave up to produce a Masterpiece project. It is truly a reflection of your character and shows the world how awesome you are, you rock Sarah!

[@mathew1502]

Easily one of the most sorted mr2 that’s still out there.

[@sobelrf]

Love this !!! I’ve had over 40 pre 80’s Celicas, 2 Mr2s & 7 Supra’s- 1 mk1 and 6 mk3’s. I’m now in Lexus and corvette. Toyota is still my first love!!!

[@AGDJ79]

Both looking gorgeous. Credit to you for the build and the hard work. Thank you Sarah

[@jamiebeckf]

Congrats Sarah. The smile on your face is the same smile i get when i drive my MR2. Despite all of the struggles working on these cars is, it is worth it. I have exactly the same seats and love them.

[@jeffk412]

Having watched you battle all the issues and keep swinging hard to overcome them all, I am so happy for you to get Mr. Dos running like it should! Kudos to you!!

[@nuyorcubariqueno3634]

I’ve had my 91T for 23 years now and I totally understand the hard work and care for the deuce. Excellent work on yours, enjoy!

[@brianchong4134]

The smiles and enthusiasm(sp?) are genuine. Hope it makes the spent blood, sweat and tears worth it. Great job!

[@jeepejeep]

I watched this a few months ago but had to watch it again because you were so happy! I can't wait for your review now that you have replaced all those suspension parts and get it aligned.

[@cjgaucicharlie3226]

Wow you’ve done an amazing job on that MR2, should be so proud, great attention to detail, credit to yourself, keep it up!

[@west1304]

Started following you when you were doing simple detailing, and now look at you and Mr Dos...the upmost respect is due for your determination and commitment, through tears and joy, in the end it looks fantastic and is testament to what you can do when you absolutely refuse to give up no matter how dark things can seem sometimes....well done Sarah you really are a truly inspirational and beautiful person xx

[@hashtag3650]

It was really cool to see someone do a job right. Well done!

[@StandingUpForBetter]

WOW! That is one of the best MR2s I have ever seen! Mad respect! Congratulations and enjoy!

[@paulguilmette2720]

The car sounds amazing. You’ve got your heart and soul into this car, I’m so glad you can finally enjoy it.

[@speeddemon32]

POP UP - UP AND DOWN HEAD LIGHTS!!!! hahaha. I love how you mentioned the "rap" song. that is so awesome! I just found you, I am so glad I did! times to binge watch.

[@SpyderGarage]

Been following along since the day you bought Mr.Dos and you had 20K followers. It’s great to see you finally enjoy somewhat of a payoff video! Major props for not giving up on him. 💪🏻

[@alastairwatson3201]

Very, very cool! I love the sound it makes. A great car all ‘round.

[@ramonpunsalang3397]

So glad you decided against the louver. Mr. Dos sounds great.

[@RezGuyAZ]

All your hard work and tenacity is paying off. Just the joy in your face is the best reward. I really hope you enjoy your accomplishment. Great review.

[@Dericmann]

Your youtube channel is absolutely amazing and i love the mr2

[@stewiemcgilvray5142]

Really cool journey! Binge watched the whole build and has be worried about taking on my own MR project… But some really cool info so thank you and we’ll done, Mr Dos is beautiful!

[@djmar6279]

Congratulations Sarah! This car is definitely a representation of your hard work and determination to never give up. Well done! 😬

[@ClellBiggs]

I had a red 91 Turbo with black leather interior. They're great cars. I'm glad you're taking care of this one.

[@GloveBunniesVideos]

"Sport mode is always on in this car." - nice!

[@zkdadof4]

This is a 💎 you made. I true labor of love. Beautiful work.

[@PaulDoldenDetails]

Incredible build both you and your car are beautiful well done Sarah keep up the amazing builds love from the UK 🇬🇧

[@damoncrowfeather4655]

Buddy of mine had a Red manual non turbo 1.8 L in 1985 .. it got around 25 mpg. Sharp car then, still sharp today. Congratulations on keeping the MR2 alive!

[@luckyguy3341]

I’m happy that you’re happy 😃. Been watching you vicariously put together this Mr2 as I had one of the original Mr2. Brings me back to my long lost youth. Im

[@missionforward1774]

I have an '89 with less than 53K original miles...Leather seats, T-Top... Toyota Super Red... Pwr windows/locks... Drives like a new car. It's gone up in value by around $2000 according to Haggerty since I bought it. Not fast... But a lot of fun to drive. Love the exhaust note on yours... Awesome!

[@cliffjames9275]

Can't wait to watch this Sarah. I know it's going to be astonishing. A classic no less. We'll done you! 👏👏👏

[@aceofspades6667]

Sarah I'm a recent subscriber but have binge watched your 68 mr. dos vids like a season of GOT. The end result looks great and it was an adventure watching the process. The paint is on point, the fogs look great, the black slats in the grill and trim work great. The wheels aren't my fav but it's your dream/vision not mine. IMO your attention to detail and passion to make the final product of your vision come true kept me watching. Don't apologize for yourself and don't worry about what your viewers want for content. Push forward and we'll follow your journey. The struggle is your content opportunity not the end product.

[@boostedmaniac]

One of my favorite cars as a kid. I’d still love to have one today.

[@yhird]

Great video Sarah. It's great to see you enjoying Mr. Dos after all the trials you have been through. The smile on your face says it all. Super job.

[@martinandelizabethgarninge1150]

Car momma with scars on the knuckles pains in the knees tears in the eyes, congratulations on your delivery

[@Shsdoww13]

I have really enjoyed watching you work on Mr. Dos. I had an 1985 MR2 from 1990 - 2006. Only thing I needed to fix was a starter and two clutches. I sold it with 235,000 miles only because my 15 yo son kept telling me the horrible things he wasted go do with it.

[@Torsee]

Love watching you fall in love with your car! Super nice car!

[@nrs6956]

Several x-owners have regretted selling their MR2"s. One who bought a "Boxter" turned around then got her MR2 back. Mileage is not a strong point on turbo's. These are rare (unfortunately) and VERY ENJOYABLE cars. Am an original owner of a 91T. Congrats and enjoy.

[@travisburch6970]

1.5 beans but the smile on your face says more like 10.5 beans

[@fullborev8906]

Super well done Sarah! It didn't kill you, you killed it! Awesome!

[@Stefein2012]

Good Job Sarah!! You should be proud =) Thank You for the humor and entertainment, NICE

[@tylerkepple640]

Kids in my hs would have killed to drive this back then, amazing to see it now, awesome job! Seriously such a perfect blend of updates and original. That's the sweet spot!

[@leeaylett3621]

love your reviews so cool doing one on your own MR2. you have done a fab job on it

[@timsmotorcyclediary]

Brings back a lot of memories (as a passenger in a coworker's MR2). Much simpler time in the 90's.

[@je6698]

Well gosh darn, that MR2 sounds fantastic! Keep up the good work!

[@ArunSudama-ur2cd]

I think this my fav review, it’s your work, your ingenuity we are watching. Awesome

[@jeremyanthony9300]

Congratulations on your success with the mr2 . you did a fanominal job .

[@pizzaslapper]

That was one awesome and special review. All of that hard work with amazing results. The best part is seeing you happy, you did not need to add the emoji when it was written on your face. The car looks awesome, you should be proud.

[@thedjse]

Hi Sarah, I've been a subscriber for years... I don't usually comment because I know you have so many other comments to go through. I just wanted to say congratulations on how the mr dos has turned out. I have watched you go through pain and elation owning project cars myself I know the feeling well done!

[@kingbrutusxxvi]

I had a friend in college who got one back in '92 (maybe?). It was in a silver-blue color that was really nice. We were all jealous and I saw him around town for the next fifteen years with that thing. Still a great-looking design and, honestly, I think it's aged really well. Just look at a 2009 BMW or anything else to see how most cars don't age well. Great job, Sarah. Cheers.

[@user-rr6eb2wi2l]

YAY!!!! Gosh you worked hard and overcame the tough stuff. Beautiful job, nice car Sarah. 💪🏼

[@wesleywalls7582]

What a great looking car. When I got out of college, my first new car was a 1992 Eagle Talon Tsi. I really wanted the MR2, but it was notably more expensive...I’ve always had a soft spot for these.

[@200jap]

It's so good to see you being able to finally enjoy all of your hard work Well done Sarah

[@michaelwhite8493]

That car is awesome. Nice to see someone pay attention and give some love to a very under appreciated niche car.

[@53rdcards]

That looked like the most fun you have had in a car review, fantastic work, cant wait to see where it goes

[@BdeSimon]

Loved it, so happy Mr. Dos has come this far and your finally being able to enjoy him. Youve done awesome work Sarah!

[@GuitarAveragePlayer]

I feel like I accomplished something even though I only watched Sarah do all the work....

[@virtualyme7659]

Nice. I have a 91 non turbo also but it is all stock except 17 inch wheels. It is a good car but unfortunately my water pump died sometime back and it's just been sitting for a few years since I have other transportation and money for repairs had been nonexistent. Fortunately I have been able to remedy the lack of funds to repair it but I want to do more than just repairs and upgrade the car in several of the ways you have. You did a great job and I am thankful for your documenting your effort. I feel like you have given me some good insights, ideas and definitely inspiration. Keep us posted on the ongoing project. Peace

[@RealWorldCarReviews]

The design was SO ahead of its time! Well done on finally getting it finished! :)

[@RyanCuda]

Hey Sarah, been lurking for a while... So happy for you to see Mr. Dos completed! Back in high school and for a while after I graduated I had a 3SGTE swapped 92 (same stock tranny as Mr. Dos, and yeah - she pulled REALLY strong all the way through 4th gear, got a little lean above 5k in 5th because of the shorter gears). I got consistently about 12 mpg on premium on mine (ran like absolute CRAP on regular and responded well to octane booster or race fuel), but I was running like 14 PSI (on an after market T3/T4). She was destroked (don't remember the rod length off hand, this was like 15+ years ago) bored .030 over which put my compression at that magic 7:1 ratio at a little over 2.1L with forged internals. Man, I miss that car but it spent more time in the shop than it did on the road for the 3+ years I owned it. you should really get Mr. Dos dynoed, I bet even without a tune or higher than stock levels of boost he's putting down at least 300 HP. The 3SGTE is a really well engineered motor, and in a tiny mid engine 2 seater it puts most of that power to the wheels (but... because of the way the engine bay was designed its an absolute PITA to work on. I remember having to undo one of the motor mounts and jack the engine once to change a belt because I just could get to the tensioner). with a proper tune and some boost you should be able to make 450-500 on the 3SGTE reliably. Only issue standing between you and making some real power with Mr. Dos being the need to upgrade the fuel system. If only somebody would have told my teenage self that investing a bit more cash into the suspension and stopping ability of that car would have made it a much more pleasant (and less terrifying) experience to drive. BTW, I swapped the tails for the 93 JDM tails. I respect your decision to keep the period correct ones, but the 93s just looked WAY better IMHO. FWIW, I would highly recommend swapping out those non turbo brakes for the turbo setup and stiffen up the suspension. My MR2 made almost 500 when I finally sold it and it was REALLY squirrelly around corners and especially with no ABS, you're going to want to put some brembos, at least on the front. IIRC, somebody made a kit to swap the front brakes from the round tail Vette (C5 I think?) onto the 2nd gen MR2s. also - my MR2 was the same color as yours with t-tops.

[@jamesemcclure]

Unreliability maybe a pain but it keeps life interesting. Congratulations , you've done an amazing job Sarah.

[@PeteBasel]

I like just about everything about this car, color, sporty look, and your restoration is just amazing! Nice boost in power!

[@fabiorusso8751]

Car sound really good and looks soo clean: great job, dear 😉👍🏻 Brava! 😊👏🏻

[@johnc3403]

That's a beautiful result Sarah and it brings me back. I owned a '91 Jap import T-bar back in the day. One difference I remember is that the 'MR2' logo on the back lit up luminous green in the dark, just so the people behind could see what you were driving :) . That was cool. I'm not sure if that was stock on the Japanese cars or an after-market mod. They were a fun car and I hope you get many thousands of miles of joy in it. As for your skills, determination and sheer hard work. You put the rest of us to shame. Awesome work Sarah.. well done.

[@onlyhazeremains1365]

This must genuinely be the happiest you've ever been on this channel. Youre glowing!

[@bubbie3533]

That feeling at @7:09 is why you follow your dreams and build your project car.

[@HoweDoYouDo1999]

TODAY IS THE DAY 🙌 it’s all gone on for too long with no review because it’s hard to review a car that kept having issues

[@BlueDeadNoRedemption]

The world needs more authentic jdm car girls for sure.

[@NOPEX77]

6:10 Holy jeez that sounds good!

[@mr2nr]

Hey Sarah great job with this. I've owned my 91 USDM SW20 for 13 years now and it's STILL NOT DONE. You passed me in 4 months ;). Just now started going at it again and that's how I found your channel. Just got done watching the entire Mr. Dose playlist and I must say you really put in a lot of BST(Blood Sweat and Tears). I know you said you'd have to sell it but you will regret it ;). If your looking for more projects for it may I suggest the Leather seat/Door card recover, Low rise headlights, Sub-woofer install, and Alarm install. I know you will want to put more go fast mods in it but now it makes me cry when you find another leak. Keep Mr. Dose going!!!

[@johng46770]

Love the smile when you're happy and having a fun time! ;-) awesome car!!!

[@erickr3348]

Sarah your mr2 is sooo beautifull..im currently restoring my 1991 jdm mr2 and swaping a k24 turbo into..plans are to have it done and running over 2years

[@Chukwu1967]

Congrats. It does look really good. I need one of these.

[@blumpkin50]

im a few years late on this but everything you do from work to reviews is through and concise. You are pretty awesome. congrats on everything, please keep it up. I look forward to all upcoming projects.

[@MICKBETH]

I had so much fun driving in this with you! After I got out the car I had to readjust my bra straps 😭😂😂😂

[@robertsmith3132]

Too hot to handle

[@maxwellmarsden7273]

MICK BETH SO SILLY!!! =)

[@TheSUNGlassKid]

You’re the first KZbinr I’ve seen display the RPMs when reving the car. Nice!

[@blackjedi954]

I heard a blow off valve? Engine sounds awesome 😎

[@petermuller161]

Seeing you struggle with your project cars makes me feel better about my own wrenching project mishaps. There are many.

[@im3phirebird81]

I see the glint in your eyes, you're ALIVE :)

[@erik_cruz]

Wow! Mr. Dos is a super CLEAN example! And he seems really well sorted and sounds amazing! Congrats! Finally, someone who hasn't swapped in a Honda engine in an MR2! THANK YOU!!! Lol. **subscribed** You almost inspire me to finish my MR2 project! I say almost because I seem to have impenetrable mental block when it comes to working on it. Lol But this is definitely motivation!

[@yungkidnf]

The most Important vid to hit my notifications today.

[@corpsoundaudio]

I used to roll around that stretch between Sierra Vista and Bisbee in my '94 N/A. Great memories! I'm soooo jealous of your build.

[@802Garage]

Seems like you really enjoyed it. Glad all the hard work is finally paying off. :)

[@rickems8863]

Has to be one of your most rewarding car reviews . You're way too harsh on yourself. You definitely deserve the highest possible praise for the pure passion you put into everything you do. One in a hundred million you are . Sarah .. House/Farm sitting for a friend has lent me time enough to binge watch your past episodes. You're immensely entertaining. You definitely deserve at the very least a like a sub and contributions to patreon.

[@MUISHAGGY572]

You inspire me to never give up on my dreams.

[@deanrussell2224]

Had a black T bar fully loaded - a 93 plate but a late 92 car - leather interior- had it for 6 years and 100k miles - loved it - only reason I got rid was that someone stole it !!! Only problem I had was o/s front calliper would seize occasionally..... scary 🤣🤣 loved that car

[@HP-mx6jb]

I miss that pop up headlight look. I had 3 cars with that look. 1986 Toyota Corolla Sr 5 lift back. 1984 Toyota Supra. 1986 200 SX Nissan lift back.

[@heidirosenz]

Hector Pujols eh I always hated them. Even tho I had 3 cars with them. Hated the air drag.

[@mrblackrock555]

Congratulations! It's so awesome to see that you've finally achieved what you set out to do with the car, once the little tiny issues you mentioned about are sorted, this specific special mr2 is gonna be one hell of a car!! Be very proud of what you've done!