Amazing, peppy little beast
Small parts, tires, alternator, etc.
Great car, was my first. Took all the abuse my buddies and I threw at it and just kept coming back for more.
Very peppy motor, runs out of steam above 5000 RPM.
Would've drove it into the ground if another driver didn't run a stop sign and total it :(
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st August, 2015
This car is fast, sporty, handles like a dream, but it's a tad bit cramped on the inside
Radiator blew open at 126,000 miles and needed to be replaced. Engine was entirely rebuilt, clutch was replaced, and new battery installed just prior to my purchase.
This car is quick off the line despite the fact that it weighs nearly 3,000 pounds. It's real acceleration is mostly apparent when you're on the highway, though. If I have to pass someone, there is no car I've ever driven that I'd rather be behind the wheel of than my Celica. It's scary fast when the turbo kicks in on the road. I can go from 60 to 90 in a matter of seconds.
It handles like a race car- I can take corners at unbelievable speed and still not feel like I'm even close to pushing the envelope. I have to constantly hold back from going faster.
On the downside, the interior room is not good for someone tall like me (I'm 6'1"). I have to open the sunroof to get enough headroom because I hate tilting my seat back too far. I do get plenty of leg room, however, and I love the tilt steering wheel.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th April, 2008
Celica GT-S doesn't have a turbo (unless the whole engine rebuild added one).
I'm looking at getting a 1991 Celica GTS. I can hear the turbo spool, and the guy says the turbo is a funny set up, and that it is near the rear of the car. Also he isn't into big power adders, and he said the last guy bought it from Toyota. Also, I read on Youtube about this kid whose mom had one with a turbo too. So I don't know what's up. I'll take a look at it the next time I'm at his house, and see if the turbo is there or not. I swear to god I hear that thing spooling.
The car is an Amazing Deal
I bought the Car in June of 2007. I have been driving it ever since and I have never had any new problems with it.
By that I mean the only thing wrong with the car is that it has a rear main oil leak. It leaks about one quart every 700mi. So it is not that big of a deal. The car is still running strong. I live in upstate NY and I have a little trouble in the snow but if i slow down then everything is fine.
It is very quick.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th March, 2008
The ultimate Celica
Second and third gear syncros are known to be bad, but it will not cause a lost of performance.
Only Toyota makes rear struts replacements.
Drives and handles like a dream.
The most powerful and fasts Celica built for the US.
Toyota built quality with no sacrifice in comfort and performance.
Ten speaker audio system that needs no replacement.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th April, 2006
Sporty and reliable
The front constant velocity joints had to be replaced at 80,000 miles.
The rear struts started to make an awful groaning sound at around 90,000.
Alternator failed at 120,000.
This is one of the best vehicles I've ever owned.
This car gets great gas mileage.
This car gets around great in the winter.
Other than routine maintenance this car has been very good to me.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th February, 2005
24th Mar 2009, 18:00
Hey I'm looking at purchasing a 90 Celica at about 230KMs on it... is that too much clicks? Also I'm about your height 6"1' - 6"2' so is it really gonna be a height restriction issue?