1985 Toyota Celica GT review from Australia and New Zealand
"awesome, great first car."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Gearbox lost a tooth from the final drive gears, as could be expected due to the previous owner running it without any oil in the gearbox for approx 3 months.
Gearbox has been replaced with a Japanese-import mid-80's Toyota Corolla gearbox, and I've encountered no trouble so far.
Electric mirrors have broken (the internal plastic has perished)
General comments?
This car is a japanese import version, model number AT160. It's essentially a Toyota Corolla with a flash body.
The 4-AGE engine has a great reputation for reliability when thrashed, and has given no trouble whatsoever.
Due to being a factory sport model, the springs are very stiff, and a recent long trip on gravel roads highlighted this.
Being a short wheelbase design, it is quite unpredictable if pushed hard into a corner.
Note: it's a front wheel drive version.
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| A reliable classic |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 170000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 190000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda Familia |
| Date of Entry | 28th January, 2005 |