SW20 shell/rolling chassis???

[muffler]

first off i would like to say hello to all the mr owners out there! now i want to start an mr2 project i want to buy a shell and then put in the 3S-GTE in there, now my problem is i do not know where to find a shell. i have looked on craigslist and ebay motors but nothing im in so cal if that helps , maybe you guys can help? and also maybe you guys might know the best website to buy jdm engines.

[MR2Jedi]

Why don't you just buy one with a motor in it? And why JDM? Why would you want to hassle with getting JDM parts when the USDM engines can equal or exceed the JDM engines with simple mods?
A shell will probably require alot of work and money. And who knows what you'll end up with engine wise. You'll have to take the word on the mileage of the engine and it's internal condition.You can't test it either one.
IMO, it would be better to buy a fair condition turbo model and rebuild it. There' your project and you will know exactly what 's going on with the car.
Just somethings to consider.
Welcome to ToyotaNation.

[muffler]

well what i ment by jdm was pretty much just a motor that i can buy online from those websites, around how much do you think could i pick one up thats somewhat already running

[TRMDwiz-kid]

well if your new to the MR game, then you might want to look at buying one that has the NA motor, until you get a feel for how they drive,

also im with the previous poster, JDM isnt that much more of a big deal when it comes to the MR, i mean unless you just want some of the niffty body stuff.

plus just a thought, with the 2.2 is that the 2.0 turbo set up bolts right on and its makes for good response