1985 Toyota Celica GTS review from North America
"A sleek, stylish sports car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Strange knocking in the front end under hard steering. I have had it looked at 3 times with no explanation.
Seats are wearing poorly.
General comments?
I have always been drawn to the exceptional styling of the 85's. They simply look great and turn heads of an 18 year old as quick as a 40 year old looker.
The pick up is solid, but not neck-breaking.
I had a 1978 Celica as a first car. It paled in comparison to this 85 GTS.
It was recently stolen from my driveway with 80,000 original miles on it. What a shame. I was planning on spending the next 10 years with that car. I can never replace it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L 22R-E Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 94000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 130000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda CRX |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2001 |