We have announced MR2 Nationals in Tasmania for 2026. The planning has started a group of volunteers from the club. All details are subject to change.

The proposed dates are Friday 20th February 2026 ~ Monday 23rd February 2026 for the main Nationals event, followed by optional Adventure/Tour of Tasmania. We will likely be sailing out by Spirit of Tasmania on the night of Thursday 19th February 2026 out of Geelong, to arrive at Devonport on 20th February.

Book Spirit of Tasmania early in early March 2025 to get the best deal.

For the planning purposes, please indicate whether you will be committed to attending the event on this Facebook Event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/YnkPgR917YcBwAs2/

• The proposed Headquarters and main accommodation for the MR2 Nationals is at Launceston at Tamar Valley Resort.

• The proposed events include:
  • All Japanese Car Show at the National Auto Museum
  • A track day at the Symmons Plains Raceway.
  • A scenic drive (tbd)
  • Optional – Adventure Tour of Tasmania. (Details tbd)
• We are seeking commercial sponsors, guest speakers, and raffle prize donations closer to the date.

More details to come.

We had an absoloutely epic weekend at the MR2 Nationals 2024, Wodonga, Victoria. We celebrated 25, 35 and 40 years of the three Toyota MR2 marks. These are still running strong and it is a testament to the Toyota quality and the upkeeping by the passionate owners. We enjoyed the MR2s as it was intended 40/35/25 years ago, by driving through the twisty country roads and on the race track, together with the MR2 family. Thanks to the event organisers from the Victorian Branch and thank to our sponsors: Jacob Toyota, Meguiars, Shannons Insurance, Repco Narre Warren and Toysport Auto. Thanks to all our attendees for making the effort and making the event possible. Congratulations to the all 5 winners of the Show-n-Shine.

We hope to see you all again at the MR2 Nationals 2026 Tasmania. We are seeking event organiser committee.

Photos by AO Graphics are available from these links.

• Gallery 1 – Arrival & Show n Shine
• Gallery 2 – Track day
• Gallery 3 – Scenic Drive & Return home

Canberra’s local car club MazdACT and a social media creator StreetScene have written a featured article on the award winning MR2 AW11 and its owner Lindsay Warner. Her AW11, nicknamed ‘Vixen’, has won the People’s Choice award at the MR2 40th Anniversay at Sandown Raceway in 2023. The article talks about a bit of history of the MR2s and Lindsay’s personal journey with the car. Enjoy the article and the amazing photos by the local photographer Tyler P Media.

The MR2 Drivers’ Club (UK) celebtrated 40th anniversary of the MR2s with over 600 cars in attendance. Australian club committee members Kevin Clarence and Craig Atkins attended the event as part of their trip to UK and helped with judging the best MR2s. Read the Toyota UK Press Release.

The event was successfully conducted and we’ve achieved our new record of 153 MR2s gathered in one place. Congratulations to all winners of the Show & Shine. Thanks to the VIC club, organisers, volunteers, caterers and sposnors (Shannons Insurance & Chadstone Toyota).

Photos are now online at the AO Graphics Facebook Page. See you at the next event – MR2 Nationals 2024 (Wondonga, Vic, October 2024).

• Date: Sunday 29th October 2023. Rain, Hail or Shine. Free entry for all MR2s on display.
• Time: Gates open 9am. Trophy presentation 2:30pm. Depart after 3pm.
• Location: Sandown International Raceway (Enter via Princes Highway)
• See Event Map – Google Map Location of the MR2 entrance.
• Entry Form (PDF)

Download the Event Map (PDF). Please use the designated parking areas for the MR2s, Trailers and Spectators. (Google Map)

Registration / Entry Form is now available. Download PDF Here. Fill in digitally (or printed). Submit to events@mr2club.com.au. For the planning purpose, please register ASAP.

The VIC MR2 Club is looking to formally invite any MR2s and Drivers that have raced MR2s in Australia to the 40th Anniversary Event at Sandown International Raceway on Sunday 29 October 2023.We’re also looking for drawcard MR2s, like the SW20 Spyder, “WOTAMI”, the Ferrari kit MR2 and the weird and wonderful ones original and modified as well.

Background: The first protype Toyota MR2 was unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 1983. It is this date and event that we wish to celebrate with an “MR2 40th Anniversary Motor Show”, at Sandown, Melbourne.

Ten years ago, we conducted a similar event for the 30th Anniversary in the carpark at the Alma Doepel ship and workshop car park and exceeded our 50 expected cars with 93 MR2 that attended the event. This is a record for the most MR2s in one place in Australia. Photos of this event adorn many social media groups and websites.

Our target for the 40th Anniversary Event is over 100 MR2s.

What we are seeking is a commitment from all MR2 Owners to bring their much loved MR2 along (both or more if you are lucky enough to own more than one) to celebrate this special occasion AND tell all your friends.

Please put in your diary, your calendar and stick the date on the fridge for Sunday 29th October 2023 and ask what you can do to assist in making this event happen.

The Adrenaline V8 Supercar Rides will be operating on the same weekend at Sandown. Rides begin with 2 Passenger Laps for $220, or $1,400 for 20 Laps with a celebrity driver. Click here to book.

Coffee & food vans will be in attendance.

Hosted and organised by the MR2 Owners Club (VIC Branch).

Registration has closed. Itinerary has been updated (subject to change)

Proudly sponsored by:

Jacob Toyota	Meguiar’s	Shannons Insurance
	Repco Narre Warren

MR2 Nationals 2024 will be held at Wodonga Victoria, hosted by the VIC club. These are the locked in details. Thanks to City of Wodonga, Wondoga TAFE, Blazing Stump Motel for their assistance.

• Headquarters: Blazing Stump Motel (Map, Website) – 4327 Anzac Parade, Wodonga
• Friday 4th October – Arrival
  • 3pm ~ 5pm – Arrive at the HQ. Registration Check-in. Meet & Greet.
  • 5:30pm – Join Happy Hour at the Blazing Stump Hotel (next door to the motel) or make your own arrangements for dinner (at your own expense)
• Saturday 5th October – Show and Shine
  • 9am ~ 1pm – MR2 Only Show and Shine at the Junction Place (Map). Wodonga City Centre.
  • Free afternoon
  • 5:30pm – Happy hour
  • 6:30pm – MR2 Nationals Dinner – Trophy Presentation at Blazing Stump Hotel (bookings closed)
• Sunday 6th October: MR2 Trackday
  • MR2 Track Day @ Wodonga TAFE Motorsport Complex (Map, Website)
  • Address: 45 Albertson Rd, Barnawartha North
  • 8:30am – Sign-in and Scrutineering
  • 8:50am – Compulsory drivers briefing
  • 9am – Track opens
  • 3:00pm – Pack up
• Monday 7th October – Scenic Drive
  • Estimated distance: 150km Lake Hume region cruise to take in some spectacular scenic roads.
  • 9:30am – Depart
  • Approx 12pm – Arrive back in Wodonga for lunch before farewelling & heading home.

The MR2 Nationals are held every two years in a different State. The first Inter-State meeting was held in 2003 in Goulburn, NSW. for the 10th Anniversary of the NSW Branch.  At that meeting it was decided to hold an MR2 Nationals meeting every two years.

A Toyota MR2 Mk1 ‘AW11’ was on the spotlight on stage, at the First Rehearsal of the Semi-Final at Eurovision Song Contest 2023 at Liverpool UK. It was performed by the Perth-based synth-metal band ‘Voyager‘ who is representing Australia at the contest. The AW11 perfectly fits the 80’s themed music. We wish Voyager all the best at the Eurovision 2023.

Update: They are now through to the Grand Final.

Watch and follow them here:

• Voyager on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube
• Eurovision 2023 Website/Voyager Photos
• SBS Eurovision 2023 Page

MR2 Nationals 2022 was successfully completed after an exciting long weekend away for MR2 enthusiasts and club members at Hunter Valley NSW. Thanks to the NSW event organisers (Sharon, Matt, Tom, Todd, Gordon, Eddie) for hosting the amazing event.

• Photos from the MR2 Nationals 2022
• More photos are on the AO Graphics facebook Page

Congratulations to the winners of the Show n Shine – Tony, Felix, Damien, Ric, Dean

We look forward to the next event in Victoria in 2024, event dates and venue to be confirmed.

Thanks to our sponsors and supporters:

• Bowden’s Own
• Shannons Insurance
• Phil Gilbert Toyota
• Molly Morgan Motor Inn
• AO Graphics
• Lone Star Rib House
• Hope Estate
• HIP Pocket Workwear Hunter Valley

In this episode of Shannons Club TV, it features a great review of the 3 Toyota MR2 generations and our own club founder Kevin Clarence sharing his passion for the cars. Shannons Insurance have kindly shared a clip of this video last year at the MR2 Nationals 2019 Canberra, to celebrate Kevin’s birthday which coincided with the MR2 Nationals dinner function. The members have enjoyed watching the video and thrilled to see our own club founder.