At a glance

Reported mileage122,763 mi

LocationVa, USA

ColorSilver

Last listed price$3,700

Open recallsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Toyota

Model

MR2 Spyder

Year

2000

Trim

Base

Body style

Convertible/Cabriolet

Vehicle type

PASSENGER CAR

Engine

1.8L 4-cyl 138 hp

Cylinders

4

Fuel type

Gasoline

Drivetrain

4x2

Doors

2

Assembly plant

SAGAMIHARA, JAPAN

Manufacturer

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION

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Safety recalls None found

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

💥 2 involved a crash

Engine And Engine Cooling 9 reports

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Steering 2 reports

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Structure 1 report

🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Tires 1 report

🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Air Bags 1 report

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 14

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

THE CAR HAS HAD ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. THE CAR WAS INSPECTED AND FULL OF OIL ON JUNE 27, 2003. THE CAR WAS DRIVEN TEN DAYS IN TOTAL, FOR APPROX. 600 MILES SINCE THAT DATE. THE CAR PASSED AN EMISSIONS TEST (AT HIGH RPM) ON JULY 29, 2003. THE CAR ENGINE DIED ON AUGUST 1, 2003. THE ENGINE SUFFERED OIL STARVARTION, AND REQUIRES A REPLACEMENT ENGINE. TOYOTA H…

NHTSA ODI #10071023

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ENGINE LOOSES OIL CAT CONVERTER DIED. DT

NHTSA ODI #770060

STRUCTURE

THE CRATE THAT IS LOCATED ON THE REAR END OF THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE, IS DESIGNED IN A WAY THAT IS CAUSES PARTICLES TO GET STUCK IN IT WHEN IT RAINS. WHICH CAUSES WATER TO BACK UP AND GO INTO THE VEHICLE AND ON TOP OF THE VEHICLE ENGINE. WHICH RESULT IN SERIOUS DAMAGE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. MR

NHTSA ODI #8022295

STEERING

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STEERING WHEEL MOMENTARY LOCKS UP WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN. VEHICLE TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR

NHTSA ODI #8020642

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TS

NHTSA ODI #767980

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

INFORMED DEALER OF EXCESSIVE OIL CUNSUMPTION ONLY TWO WEEKS AND 2,000 MILES AFTER OIL CHANGE. CAR SERVICED REGULARLY BY DEALER. TOYOTA TECHNICAL RESPONDS THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT MAY BE CAUSING IT, BUT NUMEROUS INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED BY OWNERS. MOST INCIDENTS LEAD TO TOTAL ENGINE LOCKUP DUE TO ABSENCE OF OIL AS THE MAIN RINGS FAIL AND OIL IS RELEASED IN…

NHTSA ODI #766664

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ENGINE REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. *AK

NHTSA ODI #766665

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN

REPEATED AND CONSTANT ENGINE FAILURE. TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR HAS BEEN SERVICED FOR ALMOST 100 DAYS IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. VEHICLE CURRENTLY BEING SERVICED.

NHTSA ODI #766699

+ 6 more complaints on record.