Faults:

Not much, but I use this as a second car and have not had it very long. As with any car, make sure you look after it (follow service schedule) and only buy a looked after car to begin with or things get expensive.

General Comments:

I love coupes from the 1990's. The Celica is among the best.

No, it's not a GT Four model, but a very basic SR. Nothing fancy, but still looks as good as any Celica, very nice styling. Love the headlights, classic rally look.

The 1.8 provides decent acceleration, but no more than adequate. It does average 34 - 35 mpg, good for its time. Run it on super unleaded - expensive but worth it. Does not like the new weaker "E10" fuel sold recently.

Ride a bit firm, but not uncomfortable at all. Seats are good and dash is laid out well, I love 1990's interiors because they are ergonomically perfect in my opinion, and not overly complex but still modern enough to be in regularly.

A basic Celica is still an appreciating classic despite not being as sought after as a GT Four model. Well worth it if you find a nice one at a nice price as a usable fun second car. But a very rare car nowadays.

Faults:

Rear LED brake light failed at 30k (warranty)

Set of brake disc's and pads under warranty at 40k. New front disc's and pads again at 72k (£400), rear disc's due soon (at 80k, another £400)

Passenger side electric mirror motor failed at 60k (c£150)

Electric window sensors (to stop in right place) passenger side at 44k (warranty), driver side at 67k (£120)

Air con loosing gas at 74k, took four trips and £600 to fix, but that bit was more the dealers fault than the cars.

General Comments:

Had this from a few months old (when new shape came out and old prices dropped) and its still a real nice car for cruising through the city or steaming down the motorway. Performance is real world adequate and running costs generally very good, fixing it is costly though.

Put some 17" alloys with latest Eagle F1's and the cornering will impress even if the acceleration doesn't. Lower and stiffen the suspension if you must, but it won't make that much difference to handling (but it making you feel that you are getting into a proper sports car as it sits so low)

The interior is a little gloomy with its dull Japo/German styling, but everything is solid. Posh mats and flash stereo make it feel nice, but not up to date (I like the old fashioned feel and slightly heavy steering). Drivers seat always feels warmer than passengers which can be a pain on long journeys.

Amazing luggage capacity for two too. Large frame tent and all our stuff (inc portaloo) for two weeks camping can fit in the back (but its too the roof, under the seats and around the passengers legs)

Faults:

Nothing gone wrong so far. Few annoying squeaks somewhere in the trim. Axillary belts can give a bit of squeak in the morning, need some libricant spray next service.

General Comments:

The car handles like glued to the road.

Fast is seriously pushed but tend to feel much faster than it is. Need a LOT of revs to start going. Do not feel that fast otherwise. Very noisy, no soundproofing at all. Can hear every sand particle on the road. Revs happily and start to SCREAM after 6000. Thirsty even if driven gently. My back and ears giving up after about 40 miles in it. It is 4 wheel motorbike with handling, sound and feel to match. Boot big and back seat suitable for small kids. Do not kid yourself: it is a wonderful fun car but no more. If you drive a lot it is nightmare. Have to go back to my old Volvo for motorway runs and keep it for a dull day to put smile back on my face.