Thinking of getting Celica

[Supra_Jason]

Hello guys, Im almost ready to buy my first car.
Ive been going from choice to choice of cars

240sx - RWD = Bad in snow. Underbody is prob rusted to hell
RSX - Too expensive, Celcia looks better
Camry - Friends just laughed.
Integra - like as much as celica. Cant deside XD
Celica - Clear winner


But yea. I really want one but after looking on this fourm I see that they have some problems. After being told it was a very relible car.

So im asking if its actually worth it to get a celica?


2000-2005 Celicas



,Jason

[Velocity211]

Celica's are really nice, esp the GT-S
If you decide to get one, be sure to get the GT-S and 2000-2001 model year

[rafalc]

Hey i hear your having a problem deciding what car to get...
I was in the exact same situation as you about a year ago and i was looking at Integra's, Civics, Subaru's (to expensive and not that nice) mind you i didnt look at any camry's (just teasing).
Celica is the way to go, i bought my car with 20000km on it (twenty thousand that aint a typo) for $21,000 with everything. I made the best deal anyone could make. Its a 2004 Toyota Celica Tsunami Ed (whihc means it has kits and full panasonic sound system without sub), it came dropped on H&R springs and with 18'' ROH rims ($900 a pop)! I also got the stock springs and rims with brand new winter tires. I dont know what hit the guy in the head who sold it to me. This car is a charm, it runs amazing and i only had a faulty synchro which was replaced under warranty. I put about $700 into it putting in my old system (12'' Eclipse with kicker amp) bounds my car like crazy, Car Maxx HID's and an AEM CAI (got in on ebay for $200 w/ shipping) the intake makes the car sound super mean. I am more then happy with my celica and i guarantee you, you wont go wrong if you buy one. It's a great ride and although mines a GT and not a GT-S its still quick. I posted a pic of mine below and like i said i gaurantee 100% satisfaction, like always Toyota is very reliable and it does not disappoint.

[Supra_Jason]

Nice Spiderman in the trunk!


But yah. I dont have 20k to spend on a car. more like 10-15
Then when the time comes and I have some extra cash, THEN ill start upgrading.

I really like your car tho
Its niccccceeeeee

If I get mine, I wana put a wide body kit on it

[TheologyGeek]

I am a new Celica GT owner and I absolutely love this car! It has aftermarket wheels, Tein coilovers, HID lights, a Kicker Amp, Alpine head unit, Body kit, carbon fiber mirror covers, scoop, and center wing, plus lots more...

I paid $9,500 for it. It has 61K miles on it. She runs like a dream.

My advice:
1- Get a Celica. It's one of the best rated used cars in consumer reports and a heck of a lot of fun!
2- Take your time looking until you find the one you really want.

Check out my car. Not a great pic' cuz I used my camera phone. I'll post better ones later on.
http://www.toyotanation.com/photos/showphoto.php/photo/10197/ppuser/128030

[bobbyex]

You should be able to get one in your budget range. If I were you I'd spring for the GT-S though, just to avoid possible regrets. (I'm not saying you'll have any, I'm just saying why not go all out on a better model)

[Supra_Jason]

Yah I know, ima try my best to get a GT-S model.

And how did you get yours for 9.5k?
http://www.trader.ca/search/Results....tegory=&CAT=1#

Thats how much they are. Who ever you bought it of off got ripped off

[sushi_kungfu]

go for it. they're getting cheaper and insurance is very cheap! i got my 2000 celica gt-s 6spd for 5k with 120k miles. it drives great with no leaks. if you do the general maintenience, your car should last a long time. vvtl-i is awesome and kicks in hard. and it's a very quick little car...

[Supra_Jason]

Thats why I want it. And it also looks awome with a body kit and wheels and tires

Also. Wide body kit looks even betta but costs $$$$$$$


,Jason

[bman365]

Originally Posted by rafalc

Celica is the way to go, i bought my car with 20000km on it (twenty thousand that aint a typo) for $21,000 with everything. I made the best deal anyone could make.

So when did you get your car? It's a clean car and everything..but if you bought a 4 year old car for $21k then that sounds like too much. I mean I think they were like $25k brand new.

[PhantomS]

7th gen Celica GTS's are nice (quick if driven right) but I dunno if I'd want to be buying premium gas for it. Gas ain't getting any cheaper - buy a GT (runs on regular) w/ a manual tranny and beef up the suspension. Not to mention, the powerband of the GTS sucks for "normal daily driving" ..... seriously.

[faultless18]

i would get the 240 or integra if their stickshift that is..and depends on condition..miles..etc..

[Supra_Jason]

ok well Ive decided, I will not be getting a Celica. Just because theyre too slow.
The integra has a 1.7L (I think) and the Celica has a 2.0L and the Integra is still faster.

Integra is also alot cheaper

So im just going to get a Integra. Thx for the replies nways



,Jason

[bman365]

celica has 1.8L...integras are known to get stolen pretty easily, that's what keeps me from those.

[akn112]

is there an easy way to get the rev limiter to the same as 00-01 models? ie 8400rpm.