Used 2004 Toyota MR2 Spyder Consumer Reviews
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Best kept secret on the road today
If you want a dumb muscle car that is fast off the line then keep looking. If you want a true roadster with phenomenal handling that won't stay in the shop like classic roadsters then stop looking. The Spyder is a very light car matched to a 138 HP engine. It sits low, has rear wheel drive and mid-engine balance. With a convertible top the overall feeling is unmatched exhilaration at any speed. Add beautiful styling, Toyota quality and 27-33 mpg and you can't beat it. I get an honest 28.6 mpg in city driving. The car's responsiveness can't be described. It is a go-kart feel, but with airbags and modern car features. Do NOT buy as an only car. Not enough storage. Treacherous on ice or snow.
20 Years Later
It's now 2025 and I bought the car brand new in July of 2004. Combine all the previous posts here and you get the best picture. Nothing but fun, fun, fun until daddy takes , well you get the idea. UPDATE 4/2/2018 No changes except I'm updating mileage. UPDATE 10/2/2018 Same as above Update 4/2/2019 Ditto Update 4/2/20 Mileage now 37,500. No mechanical problems. Update 4/3/23 Mileage 42,500 No mechanical problems Update 10/3/23 Mileage 43,000 still purring Update 4/3/24 Mileage 43,800 no issues Update 10/3/24 Mileage 44,300 Oil Change Tomorrow Update continue as above.
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