1989 Toyota MR2 SC from North America - Comments

When I brake or when I drive up a ramp or something similar, the steering wheel vibrates or shakes. It happens especially in the first few milliseconds of hitting the brake.

Since I still can return the car, I urgently need some feedback from other MR2 owners. Is this normal, or is something wrong here?

The T-glass roof seems to be not 100% waterproof. Again, can anybody comment?

The oil-bucket seems to have a minor leak. At least I hope it is just the bucket. Just a few drops per day, but still, a paper below is always required.

In general, if you are looking for a car to have fun with, this is it.

It corners very well. It does handle differently than cars with a front-engine or front-driven. This alone is fun. Suspension is a bit soft for a sports car, maybe some sportier replacement parts can improve handling.

Acceleration is good for a 1989 car. Nowadays of course, it is nothing special anymore.

Be aware of the limited space. Not the best choice if you are taller than 188cm/6'2.

Did you purchase the SC (Super Charged) version or is it the normal version.

The leak in the roof can be stopped by using a little bit of Silly-Putty in the top 'gutters' to prevent water from leaking under and inside of the trim.

As for the steering problem... never encountered it.

With respect to the low rating for comfort, at least you're not sitting on the floor as with a Camero, Fiero, MG, etc. I think its one of the most 'form-fitting' factory driver seats I have ever encountered.

Thanks.

The steering wobble is caused by warped rotors. Get them trimmed if they measure more than.820" in thickness. I suggest not using mettalic brake pads since the rotors are fairly expensive and breaks are cheap.

T-tops that leak are usually caused by the sealing slot between the actual glass section mating up to the side window column. Apply a small amount of vasaline to this area only.Re-apply as needed - anything else will ruin your car. If there is a total gap then remove the door panel carefully and adjust the window stop brackets up a bit, this should allow the window to travel up further and aid in sealing.

The problem with the t tops in the 85-89 mr2 is that the seals are made of S1 foam rubber and after 10 or so years they shrink and tend to leak from the heat from the sun.