Should i get a celica?

**Jive13** · 07-14-2010, 12:11 AM

shit i bought mine for $3,300. 91 gt and about 5 months ago.

**Squishy** · 07-14-2010, 12:12 AM

My trunk has rust on it T_T right under the part where it says "Celica" it's just popping out .. T_T

JR · 07-14-2010, 12:13 AM

RX-8's aren't really that fast. Not too mention they are extremely difficult for engine mods (for the run-of-the-mill hobby tuner), and rotary motors have never been overly reliable in the long run. They aren't really that fantastic to look at either. Maybe if he had a RX-7 (single or twin turbo), I could see where he was coming from.

Plus, like others have mentioned, it's not about what he likes or wants, it's about what you like/want. If you like the celica body style, not really interested in overwhelming speed, want a reliable car, and a good looking one at that, pick one up. Fuck what your brother thinks. If you are thinking only 7th gen, get an '03-07. The first 3 years (00, 01, and 02) had quite a few common issues among owners. None were really major (that I know of), but better to avoid them if you can.

**J.Martins** · 07-14-2010, 12:15 AM

That sucks squish. I bought my 1992 Celica Alltrac 3 years ago for $800 yes only 2 zeros. An old lady had it in her garage and she wanted it gone and she lives down the street from me so she gave it to me for 800. But a year and a half later I flipped it.

**Squishy** · 07-14-2010, 12:15 AM

^ My guy has an rx7, it's an 89 and been parked outside my house for a few months now. so FUCKING loud

**J.Martins** · 07-14-2010, 12:18 AM

The biggest issue with thte first 3 years of the 7th gen was oil starvation for the engine.

**redrhino** · 07-14-2010, 12:19 AM

oh nice, whats the difference if u get it salvage is it a big deal? just wonderin

**Squishy** · 07-14-2010, 12:19 AM

I wouldn't get salvage, could be lots of underlying problems. It's salvage for a reason

**Squishy** · 07-14-2010, 12:20 AM

It could have looked like this (my old car)

And someone coulda fixed up the front and what ever else but could still run like a sack of shit

**redrhino** · 07-14-2010, 12:21 AM

oh nice, whats the difference if you buy it salvage? is it a big deal? how does it affect the buyer?

**J.Martins** · 07-14-2010, 12:24 AM

If you buy salvage you don't know what issues could be coming for you. The frame could be bent, so the alignment will always be a little off. Also the engine could have issues from it also

**redrhino** · 07-14-2010, 12:27 AM

damn it sorry for reposting something twice i did not know

**Squishy** · 07-14-2010, 12:28 AM

It's okay, but don't buy anything salvage, there's a reason it's salvage. And yes, it will affect the retail value greatly

**Jive13** · 07-14-2010, 12:33 AM

i had a salvage title once. because the guy i bought it from didn't have a title and it was cheaper to get a salvage title

**redrhino** · 07-14-2010, 01:37 AM

one thing is ima buy it from somebody not the dealer

**Jive13** · 07-14-2010, 01:42 AM

just give the car a really good look over. take it for a test drive or two. get any of the maintenance info. and things like that. if it seems 2 good of a deal it probably is. if its got the check engine light on get it scanned before you buy.

**Celica13** · 07-14-2010, 01:57 AM

I got mine for 3500$.. But it had some issues. I've slowly been working out the kinks :P

**subspec** · 07-14-2010, 03:27 AM

things to look at when buying a car.

body panels.for dents. look at the bolts around the engine bay for tool marks. this can indicate if the cars been in a front end collision look at cv joints for tears/rips look at the block for leaks. look at the trunk for same thing as engine bay if the check engine light is on make sure to have the owner fix it before you buy. test drive it for approx 50 miles if a issue pops up you know the guy just reset the check engine light. look at the coolant color if you can if its milky dont get it. this is most likely a blown head gasket

**Carroll_Cahoon** · 07-14-2010, 08:34 AM

i bought my celica before mods for 50 bucks... oh and i gave 50 bucks to borrow a car dolly to tow it home :)

**J.Martins** · 07-14-2010, 09:21 AM

We are all clearly in love with Celica's. That is awesome. Other things to look at is in the doors lift the plastic trim at the bottom of the door frame ( it says celica across it) and make sure its not bent or freshly painted over cause that means it was probably in a side collision of some sort. Also make sure there are no new weld spots on the car cause that could mean an area was replaced from a collision or serious rust.

07-14-2010, 12:11 AM	#21 (permalink)
Jive13 KIA Location: paragould, ar Posts: 2,114 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 09-25-2011 12:04 AM Vehicle: 91 Celi GT Conv 2nd Vehicle: 84 Celi GT	Re: Should i get a celica? shit i bought mine for $3,300. 91 gt and about 5 months ago. __________________ ____91 GT Vert _____________________ 84 GT_____________________

07-14-2010, 12:12 AM	#22 (permalink)
Squishy meow ;3 Location: alberta, canada Posts: 781 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 10-17-2011 06:02 PM Vehicle: 04 Tsunami	Re: Should i get a celica? My trunk has rust on it T_T right under the part where it says "Celica" it's just popping out .. T_T __________________ Reborn ~

07-14-2010, 12:13 AM	#23 (permalink)
JR Resident 1st Gen Location: Hepworth, ON Posts: 3,413 Join Date: Sep 2005 Last On: 08-06-2011 09:11 PM Vehicle: 97 Civic EX 2nd Vehicle: 77 Celica	Re: Should i get a celica? RX-8's aren't really that fast. Not too mention they are extremely difficult for engine mods (for the run-of-the-mill hobby tuner), and rotary motors have never been overly reliable in the long run. They aren't really that fantastic to look at either. Maybe if he had a RX-7 (single or twin turbo), I could see where he was coming from. Plus, like others have mentioned, it's not about what he likes or wants, it's about what you like/want. If you like the celica body style, not really interested in overwhelming speed, want a reliable car, and a good looking one at that, pick one up. Fuck what your brother thinks. If you are thinking only 7th gen, get an '03-07. The first 3 years (00, 01, and 02) had quite a few common issues among owners. None were really major (that I know of), but better to avoid them if you can. __________________ J.R. Follow the '77 Celica Project www.youtube.com/user/N0CatchyName

07-14-2010, 12:15 AM	#24 (permalink)
J.Martins Location: Niagara Falls, Canada Posts: 618 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 01-29-2012 11:42 PM Vehicle: '02 Celica GT	Re: Should i get a celica? That sucks squish. I bought my 1992 Celica Alltrac 3 years ago for $800 yes only 2 zeros. An old lady had it in her garage and she wanted it gone and she lives down the street from me so she gave it to me for 800. But a year and a half later I flipped it. __________________ Celicas are a dying Breed. They Should be on the Endangered Species List!! Mods: TRD Bodykit and Spoiler, PIAA 40 Round fogs, Sony CDX-GT640UI, Kenwood KAC-8101D Amp, 2* 10" MTX XT1004 Subs, BOMZ SRI, Smoked Side Markers and Tail Lights, 6000k HIDs, Equus Volt & Oil Pressure Gauges in a GlowShift Dual Pod, http://forum.************************/

07-14-2010, 12:15 AM	#25 (permalink)
Squishy meow ;3 Location: alberta, canada Posts: 781 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 10-17-2011 06:02 PM Vehicle: 04 Tsunami	Re: Should i get a celica? ^ My guy has an rx7, it's an 89 and been parked outside my house for a few months now. so FUCKING loud __________________ Reborn ~

07-14-2010, 12:18 AM	#26 (permalink)
J.Martins Location: Niagara Falls, Canada Posts: 618 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 01-29-2012 11:42 PM Vehicle: '02 Celica GT	Re: Should i get a celica? The biggest issue with thte first 3 years of the 7th gen was oil starvation for the engine. __________________ Celicas are a dying Breed. They Should be on the Endangered Species List!! Mods: TRD Bodykit and Spoiler, PIAA 40 Round fogs, Sony CDX-GT640UI, Kenwood KAC-8101D Amp, 2* 10" MTX XT1004 Subs, BOMZ SRI, Smoked Side Markers and Tail Lights, 6000k HIDs, Equus Volt & Oil Pressure Gauges in a GlowShift Dual Pod, http://forum.************************/

07-14-2010, 12:19 AM	#27 (permalink)
redrhino Location: CA Posts: 8 Join Date: Jul 2010 Last On: 11-03-2010 02:12 AM	Re: Should i get a celica? oh nice, whats the difference if u get it salvage is it a big deal? just wonderin

07-14-2010, 12:19 AM	#28 (permalink)
Squishy meow ;3 Location: alberta, canada Posts: 781 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 10-17-2011 06:02 PM Vehicle: 04 Tsunami	Re: Should i get a celica? I wouldn't get salvage, could be lots of underlying problems. It's salvage for a reason __________________ Reborn ~

07-14-2010, 12:20 AM	#29 (permalink)
Squishy meow ;3 Location: alberta, canada Posts: 781 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 10-17-2011 06:02 PM Vehicle: 04 Tsunami	Re: Should i get a celica? It could have looked like this (my old car) And someone coulda fixed up the front and what ever else but could still run like a sack of shit __________________ Reborn ~

07-14-2010, 12:21 AM	#30 (permalink)
redrhino Location: CA Posts: 8 Join Date: Jul 2010 Last On: 11-03-2010 02:12 AM	Re: Should i get a celica? oh nice, whats the difference if you buy it salvage? is it a big deal? how does it affect the buyer?

07-14-2010, 12:24 AM	#31 (permalink)
J.Martins Location: Niagara Falls, Canada Posts: 618 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 01-29-2012 11:42 PM Vehicle: '02 Celica GT	Re: Should i get a celica? If you buy salvage you don't know what issues could be coming for you. The frame could be bent, so the alignment will always be a little off. Also the engine could have issues from it also __________________ Celicas are a dying Breed. They Should be on the Endangered Species List!! Mods: TRD Bodykit and Spoiler, PIAA 40 Round fogs, Sony CDX-GT640UI, Kenwood KAC-8101D Amp, 2* 10" MTX XT1004 Subs, BOMZ SRI, Smoked Side Markers and Tail Lights, 6000k HIDs, Equus Volt & Oil Pressure Gauges in a GlowShift Dual Pod, http://forum.************************/

07-14-2010, 12:27 AM	#32 (permalink)
redrhino Location: CA Posts: 8 Join Date: Jul 2010 Last On: 11-03-2010 02:12 AM	Re: Should i get a celica? damn it sorry for reposting something twice i did not know

07-14-2010, 12:28 AM	#33 (permalink)
Squishy meow ;3 Location: alberta, canada Posts: 781 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 10-17-2011 06:02 PM Vehicle: 04 Tsunami	Re: Should i get a celica? It's okay, but don't buy anything salvage, there's a reason it's salvage. And yes, it will affect the retail value greatly __________________ Reborn ~

07-14-2010, 12:33 AM	#34 (permalink)
Jive13 KIA Location: paragould, ar Posts: 2,114 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 09-25-2011 12:04 AM Vehicle: 91 Celi GT Conv 2nd Vehicle: 84 Celi GT	Re: Should i get a celica? i had a salvage title once. because the guy i bought it from didn't have a title and it was cheaper to get a salvage title __________________ ____91 GT Vert _____________________ 84 GT_____________________

07-14-2010, 01:37 AM	#35 (permalink)
redrhino Location: CA Posts: 8 Join Date: Jul 2010 Last On: 11-03-2010 02:12 AM	Re: Should i get a celica? one thing is ima buy it from somebody not the dealer

07-14-2010, 01:42 AM	#36 (permalink)
Jive13 KIA Location: paragould, ar Posts: 2,114 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 09-25-2011 12:04 AM Vehicle: 91 Celi GT Conv 2nd Vehicle: 84 Celi GT	Re: Should i get a celica? just give the car a really good look over. take it for a test drive or two. get any of the maintenance info. and things like that. if it seems 2 good of a deal it probably is. if its got the check engine light on get it scanned before you buy. __________________ ____91 GT Vert _____________________ 84 GT_____________________

07-14-2010, 01:57 AM	#37 (permalink)
Celica13 Location: Evadale Tx Posts: 517 Join Date: Apr 2010 Last On: 07-08-2011 10:14 PM Vehicle: 2001 celica gt	Re: Should i get a celica? I got mine for 3500$.. But it had some issues. I've slowly been working out the kinks :P

07-14-2010, 03:27 AM	#38 (permalink)
subspec angry modder/5th gen guru Location: albuquerque Posts: 7,271 Join Date: Apr 2009 Last On: 12-20-2011 02:57 PM Vehicle: ST184 5SGTE 2nd Vehicle: 02 golf gls	Re: Should i get a celica? things to look at when buying a car. body panels.for dents. look at the bolts around the engine bay for tool marks. this can indicate if the cars been in a front end collision look at cv joints for tears/rips look at the block for leaks. look at the trunk for same thing as engine bay if the check engine light is on make sure to have the owner fix it before you buy. test drive it for approx 50 miles if a issue pops up you know the guy just reset the check engine light. look at the coolant color if you can if its milky dont get it. this is most likely a blown head gasket __________________

07-14-2010, 08:34 AM	#39 (permalink)
Carroll_Cahoon Cutting with CNC! Location: ohio Posts: 105 Join Date: Sep 2009 Last On: 12-28-2011 06:11 PM	Re: Should i get a celica? i bought my celica before mods for 50 bucks... oh and i gave 50 bucks to borrow a car dolly to tow it home :) __________________ 90 Celica GT... SHELL!

07-14-2010, 09:21 AM	#40 (permalink)
J.Martins Location: Niagara Falls, Canada Posts: 618 Join Date: Mar 2010 Last On: 01-29-2012 11:42 PM Vehicle: '02 Celica GT	Re: Should i get a celica? We are all clearly in love with Celica's. That is awesome. Other things to look at is in the doors lift the plastic trim at the bottom of the door frame ( it says celica across it) and make sure its not bent or freshly painted over cause that means it was probably in a side collision of some sort. Also make sure there are no new weld spots on the car cause that could mean an area was replaced from a collision or serious rust. __________________ Celicas are a dying Breed. They Should be on the Endangered Species List!! Mods: TRD Bodykit and Spoiler, PIAA 40 Round fogs, Sony CDX-GT640UI, Kenwood KAC-8101D Amp, 2* 10" MTX XT1004 Subs, BOMZ SRI, Smoked Side Markers and Tail Lights, 6000k HIDs, Equus Volt & Oil Pressure Gauges in a GlowShift Dual Pod, http://forum.************************/

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