Hi
I have a 2003 MR2 with substantial rust on the subframe and two suspension arms. Could anyone recommend a good individual/garage that could replace the subframe and two suspension arms, and clear off the more superficial rust? Ideally in Southeast or Northeast (Yorkshire) England areas. Thank you!
Anna
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Hello and welcome.
Cannot help you on your specific question as not around your area.
That said, any competent mechanic should be able to do this. It is nuts bolts remove and refit job.
2 variations of sub frame.
Is your car an fl or pfl?
If pfl, you can use either.
If fl you will need an fl sub.
Midlands and East Coast Roadsters. They know what they're doing and have parts in stock and they are very reasonably priced.
Find them on FB.
Thank you, Ardent. I am not sure - I think it is an FL but need to check the rear wheels and lights.
Thanks again.
Quote from: Ardent on June 16, 2026, 17:24Hello and welcome.
Cannot help you on your specific question as not around your area.
That said, any competent mechanic should be able to do this. It is nuts bolts remove and refit job.
2 variations of sub frame.
Is your car an fl or pfl?
If pfl, you can use either.
If fl you will need an fl sub.
Thanks, Carolyn, I will look at them.
Quote from: Carolyn on June 16, 2026, 18:36Midlands and East Coast Roadsters. They know what they're doing and have parts in stock and they are very reasonably priced.
Find them on FB.
Mr Twos in Wolverhampton has done two for me but probably too far from you
Quote from: MR22003 on June 16, 2026, 13:36Ideally in Southeast or Northeast (Yorkshire) England areas. Thank you!
Not sure how far South East you want to go, but if Bexhill is in range, then Patrick Chambers has always been my go-to...
Mohammed Usman is in Rochdale. You should be able to find him in one of the UK MR2 Mk3 groups on Facebook