Number of cylinders: 4
Service history: Present
Registration number: 042893

Toyota MR-2 2.0 GT-i 16, 1991. 79,443 km, service books from new.

The Toyota MR-2 is without doubt one of the most iconic sports cars Japan has ever produced. When Toyota decided in the eighties to develop a compact mid-engined sports car, the goal was clear: to create a lightweight, perfectly balanced driver's car that could rival European sports cars, but with the reliability Toyota is known for the world over.

The second-generation MR-2, known internally as the SW20, was introduced in 1989 and quickly grew into a legend. With its sharp lines, low seating position and engine mounted directly behind the driver, this generation offered a driving experience that remains impressive even today. The 2.0 GT-i 16 version ranks among the most beloved variants: powerful, refined and built for the true enthusiast.

This particular MR-2 was first registered on 1 June 1991 in Germany, a market where sporting Toyotas have always been highly prized. Back then the MR-2 was known as "the Japanese Ferrari", not only because of its layout, but also for the way it drove and the presence it commanded. Today this model has grown into a treasured classic with rising collector value.

What makes this Toyota MR-2 truly special is the exceptional condition it is in. With just 79,443 kilometres on the clock and a carefully documented service history, this car is in as-new condition, something that has become rare for this type and year.

The story continues on our website, where the full file is kept as well. 84 photographs including the underside. The service history, scanned in full. Paint thickness measured panel by panel. The original factory brochure to page through.

Every car here follows the same route: first pre-market, then the showroom, and finally the live auction on our own site. What changes is the way you buy, not the location — once a car has arrived, it stays with us in Katwijk. This one is in the showroom and you are welcome to come and see it, no appointment needed. You buy it here at a fixed price: no bidding, no waiting. Our showroom in Katwijk, 30 km from Amsterdam Schiphol, is open Mon–Fri 9–18 and Sat 10–17. Call ahead and it will be standing ready, with someone free for you.

Within the EU no customs duty arises on this purchase. Registration tax and registration costs in your own country are not included. We supply the export documents and assist with the registration. The price shown is the full price for collection in Katwijk. We arrange insured door-to-door transport worldwide, cost quoted per destination beforehand.

Prefer a different colour or specification than this example? Tell us what you are looking for — another Toyota we can often find through our network of marque specialists and collectors, outside the listings. Have one of your own: we buy exceptional cars outright, classic or modern.

Our showroom measures 6,000 m², with over 150 cars under one roof. You are just as welcome if you are not buying — walk around, take your time and enjoy the cars; sharing the enthusiasm is half of it.