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Trade has rep to protect,
Sometimes they just don't give a fuck though and are all about volume over quality.
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MX5 maybe the 'boring choice' because they are the most common but they are common because they are great. Incredibly good fun, simple and look great. I've driven TF's and didn't like the driving position. Didn't feel nearly as comfortable to drive quickly but that maybe because I've spent so much time in Mxs. If I could only have one 'real world' sportscar for the rest of my life, it would probably be an MX.
Mk3 MR2's have a good rep for handling but I'd argue that they aren't as pretty as a Mk1 MX and with them being mid engined, I'd guess (it is completely without any practical knowledge) that they are bit more of a pain to work on.
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Toyota MR2 gen3 roadster, mid engine fun machine 2+ tooth brush :)
They're not that bad with the frunk plus the storage behind the seats. Plus you can move the alarm out of the frunk to generate a bit more space, it's a popular mod. That's what I keep telling the other half anyway ;)
I've been lurking on MR2 owner's forums a lot recently and I've been surprised how much you can do yourself. Plus they're cheap, parts are generally cheap and aside from the lack of storage space they're pretty practical - Toyota reliability plus 40-ish mpg. I'd get a 2005 or 2006 though, apart from the engine and pre-cat issues being sorted 2005 onwards has extra bracing and a few other improvements.
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@malandro buying any used vehicle has risk, it's a gamble.
Been looking at MG TF's loads of cheap ones which might not have much work history, might get one that's had lots done or been bodged that can't be seen as a mid engine layout or go to a Specialist dealer that has done required head gasket/cam belt/water pump a years clean MOT and few months warranty and pay extra, which may work out cheaper if i go cheap and get a lemon dropping a mid engine to work on it is not really in my scope......
Eyeing up MG Midgets (fave, small, fun, easy parts) TF's (mid engine soft tops with modern refinment) Toyota MR2 gen3 roadster, mid engine fun machine 2+ tooth brush :) or a Mk I Mx5 boring but easy to work on and parts.
Private sellers cheaper but you need to research what your buying.
Trade has rep to protect, but have had two FIAT skips from large dealers. Independents with long trading history can be better than large chain dealers.