For little more than a GR86 finance deposit, how about an 8,000rpm Celica?
Another day, another fast Toyota on PH. It'll halt soon, promise, but it's been a while since there's been so much excitement around any brand. Leave alone one with Toyota's reputation. With Corolla in the US, Yaris still going gangbusters in the UK andfor a bit less than anticipated, there's a lot to be excited by. And that's without mentioning the Supra; maybe not quite as revered, but still a cool sports car to have in the range.
This T-Sport was the flagship Celica, using the 190hp 2ZZ engine that more famously saw service in the middle of Lotuses. If its impact was softened somewhat in the heavier Toyota, the 1.8-litre VVTI-L engine still made for a memorable drive: 60mph came up in seven seconds, the top speed was 140mph, and the redline was 8,000rpm. Even at a good time for affordable coupes, from TT to GTV, that made the Celica interesting, especially when allied to a half decent chassis as well.
Otherwise, it all looks pretty encouraging, the paintwork without any issue and the interior turned out especially nicely for its age; two-tone grey isn't exactly racy, but there are no rips in the leather or even significant wear to draw attention to. As always, there's only so much to tell from the pics, however this one really does like a low-mile minter.
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