1986 Toyota Celica GT review from North America
"Toyotas are way overpriced new, but for a few hundred bucks you can't beat an old one.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator went at 175,000 miles.
Rear fender wells have some rust.
Radiator went at 160,000 miles.
Idler arm went at 185,000 miles.
General comments?
I bought this car for $800 and it has been great. I bought it to get the fuel mileage and save on wear and tear on my 4x4 truck.
This car starts like new, and handles wonderfully.
Would not hesitate to pick up another regardless of the miles. Gets 33 MPG and will hit 90 MPH with no problem.
Counting repairs, new tires, and everything else, I have put about $1500 dollars into this car and have gotten 40000 miles and it's still going.
On the downside, it leaks oil like a sieve... Thank goodness for Wal-Mart and their cheap oil.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 2SE Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 154000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 196000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Ram Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 5th August, 2001 |