In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition!

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 08:05:47 GMT

Correction, as per above, got carried away on differences in gen/s (all models) - busy day at work but squeeze in time for a post or two - lol
Bens looking at a Bathurst (light weight design that had many items not included).

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Dudeman)

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:56:32 GMT

TonyMR2
Along with everything listed as to why this is unlikely a late model, can’t see a passangers airbag.

TonyMR2
Beams 3sge - end of 1997 onwards

You are looking at JDM spec there Tony, no ADM MR2 came with a passengers airbag or beams engine.

Post up a pic of the vin and compliance plate, one of us may be able to tell you the build date. It is most likely a rev3 or 4 car, so 1994 to 96 (possible early 97)

Like someone suggested, get a mechanic or someone that knows to have a look at it, could be a gem or could be a dog.

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Dudeman)

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:51:28 GMT

rikkir
Dudeman
rikkir
Hi Ben,
That doesn't look like a 1999 Bathurst. It has the wrong wing, front lights, steering wheel and instrument cluster.
Otherwise it looks pretty good for the price.
They tend to be pretty reliable if they've had regular services.
Timing belt & a full service would be recommended.

Have fun with your new toy.

Rick

Rikkir is right on the cluster, I didn't spot that. Front fogs were an option to have/not to on all bathursts, a few points to suggest its not a 1999.

I was actually referring to the front indicator lights, I believe they are clear on the later models..

Duh, late night. You are correct rikkir.

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Carmikey)

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:23:35 GMT

rikkir
chase_d
TonyMR2
Along with everything listed as to why this is unlikely a late model, can’t see a passangers airbag.

I have a November 1998 Bathurst and only has a single airbag. When did they come out with a passenger one?

I believe only jdm models had passenger air bags?

I have two 99 Bathurst, only drivers air bag on mine.

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Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (rikkir)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 22:00:46 GMT

chase_d
TonyMR2
Along with everything listed as to why this is unlikely a late model, can’t see a passangers airbag.

I have a November 1998 Bathurst and only has a single airbag. When did they come out with a passenger one?

I believe only jdm models had passenger air bags?

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (chase_d)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 21:40:41 GMT

TonyMR2
Along with everything listed as to why this is unlikely a late model, can’t see a passangers airbag.

I have a November 1998 Bathurst and only has a single airbag. When did they come out with a passenger one?

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 17:41:00 GMT

Or not ! and just believe the import plate that says built in Nov 1993 and registration saying nov 1993 ... as when looking at the Toyota records the actual build on the chassis number is early 1990 :( lol

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (5SGTE)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:54:41 GMT

Check the vin on toyodiy...

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:44:41 GMT

The engines a 93/94 onwards :)

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:38:47 GMT

Lol - too many comments -
One more telling sign is simple checks like location of the oil filter - under the manifold and it’s before 1994. Or if it’s under the car on the sump it’s a later model after 1994.

Many more but I am going to stop now

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (BensMr2)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:25:48 GMT

I really want to get into the maintenance side, and spend weekends pulling it apart. I'm driving a Lancer 2008 daily so it's pretty bland really and never needs any maintenance besides oil changes every now and then. The mechanics can definitely have a look at it and I'll book one in now so it can get a check over. I actually think I have some photos of the engine on my phone. It looks a little grotty, but I live in a fairly dusty area so it's somewhat expected.

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:22:25 GMT

Post 94 rear cross member (lower) has longer crontrol arms.

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Lumix)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:11:09 GMT

Do you have a local trusted mechanic that can look over the car and give their honest opinion. Might cost you $100.00 but could save you some headaches in the long run. However, the cars are 20 years old now so it wont be perfect, so as long as your happy to do maintenance/upkeep they are fun cars to own and drive.

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:04:39 GMT

Along with everything listed as to why this is unlikely a late model, can’t see a passangers airbag.

Re: In the process of buying a 1999 MR2 Bathurst edition! (Guest)

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:00:36 GMT

Best to check the engine, check the rear crossmember and front suspension as is often easiest to tell what year it is..... lots of guys mod the rear lights and wing to update the car and advertise their 1989 model as a 1999 (some even have a mod plate indicating 1999).... I wouldn’t worry what year as long as job good mechanical condition