![]() ![]() The only engine available for the ZZW30 was the all-aluminium 1ZZ-FED, a 1794 cc straight-4. Then, a long wheelbase to achieve high stability and fresh new styling a mid-engine design to create excellent handling and steering without the weight of the engine up front a body structure as simple as possible to allow for easy customizing, and low cost to the consumer." The MR2 Spyder chief engineer Harunori Shiratori said, "First, we wanted true driver enjoyment, blending good movement, low inertia and light weight. However, the first prototype of MR-S appeared in 1997 at the Tokyo Motor Show, which had slightly more angled and rigid appearance than the current production model, which included additional curves for a more aerodynamic and appealing look. Many claim that this car was inspired by Porsche Boxster which was released in 1996, due to its similar appearance. The most obvious change was the switch from a hardtop/open-roof option to a true convertible soft top, giving the car the 'Spyder' designation. The new MR2 was a part of Toyota Project Genesis, a plan to attract buyers from the younger age bracket in an effort to increase sales in the US. With the previous MR2 having been in the market for almost ten years, the newest MR2 took a drastically different approach than the outgoing model. We don't normally 'grade' the hardtops, as we've found one person's idea of Mint condition is another's "above average." If there are known issues, we let you know prior to purchase, but the only way to guarantee a "perfect" or show-quality used part is to have it repainted.Toyota MR-S in Japan, Toyota MR2 Spyder in the US, and the Toyota MR2 Roadster in Europe. We do our best to find tops in very good condition, but they are now 17-23 years old and WILL show some signs of use. Still have not run across a Paradise Blue top, though, sorry. ![]() On very rare occasion we can find a white top (6 in 14 years), or an Electric Green Mica top (4 in 14 years). Inquire for other colors, we get them in Black, Phantom Grey Pearl, Solar Yellow, Red, 8M6 Blue, and Silver. The price is all-inclusive (hardtop, hardware and shipping), but the purchaser is responsible for any import duties (typically ~$80 in the USA) billed by the carrier (DHL). The hard tops are stored overseas and shipped air express directly to your door in the USA (shipping for other locations is available but may vary on price). The hardtops come with all the hardware needed to attach it to your Spyder - side posts, rear clips, bolts and a defogger wire unless otherwise noted. Please do let us know if you would like to be notified when a top of any particular color comes in, most of them get sold before we get to post them on this site. We are always getting more, but there is a list of people waiting for them and they rarely make it to this website.If you are interested in purchasing this top without side striker posts for $3500, just ask. Please zoom in to the pictures to examine this top. ![]() This top has a few scratches and I can see one paint chip, and can use a good polishing.
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