70: Celica production started; '85: model change, front-wheel drive car production started; ’87: convertible version (Curren), 4×4; '89: model change; '94: next generation; 2000: the debut of the new Celica.
► Technical data
Chassis: Coupe: 3-Door., dim. 4435/1750/1305 mm, great. trunk 320 l, curb weight from 1250 kg; also as a convertible.
Motors: Benz. 4-Cylinder: 1.6 16V / 86-130 KM, 1.8/105 KM, 2.0 16V / 160-175 KM, 2.0 turbo 16V / 185-242 KM.
Chassis: rear-wheel drive (do ’85 r.), on the front or 4×4; independent suspension, suspension struts at the front and rear, rocker arm system, Stabilizers.
► Faults
• leaking water pumps
• corrosion of headlights
• knocking out pins of the torsion bars
• quickly wearing driveshafts
• leaks from the gearbox and engine
Parts prices in PLN
headlight 456
front fender 1017
complete clutch 651
brake pads (front) 240
windshield of the front door 653
timing drive 672
Toyota Celica 1.6, 1993 r.
► Summary
A large choice of powertrains and always the same driving pleasure and… only one "but" – there are many cars with serious damage on the secondary market. Strong engines, and thus also better performance causes accelerated wear of the brakes, clutches etc..
Good chassis. Durable engines. Little space in the rear