1999 Toyota Celica GT review from North America
"A stylish and fun ride"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Even though it was driven hard and raced regularly, I didn't encounter a single problem.
2nd gear was notchy at times and would sometimes stick when shifting at high rpm.
General comments?
The car is relatively quick and can out-handle almost any other front wheel drive sport compacts.
The interior quality is top notch and on par with cars nearly twice the price.
It's leather bucket seats are extremely comfortable and supportive.
Seating and shifter position are perfect.
Exterior styling is simply beautiful.
It's Camry engine was very reliable, but did not suit the car's sporty character.
The engine would often run out of breath at around 5,800 rpm.
Safety is beyond excellent. I was hit near head on by a Caprice wagon speeding at nearly 55 mph. I was completely unharmed. The locking seatbelt saved my face from the airbag and the front crumple zones absorbed all of the impact. The car was unfortunately totaled.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 gasoline Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 3080 miles |
| Most recent distance | 34020 miles |
| Date of Entry | 20th June, 2003 |