Toyota Celica Coupe GT Liftback 3d (1991/H) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A lot of fun commuting and playing for not a lot of outlay.
Costs
No more or less thirsty than you'd expect. Toyota servicing and parts are a bit pricy but if you can afford it it's worth the peace of mind (and they wash and valet it for you).
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On the road
Driving
Solid, unruffled, takes most corners on rails and is remarkably forgiving under pressure. But an over enthusiastic right foot in the wet is likely to turn it into an ICBM.
Performance
Beginning to show its age but for a basic 2.0i with only four cylinders and no extra whizzbangs it holds its own. 0-60 is a single gear change and you have to try hard to loose it on a corner. Does not take well to off-roading.
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Living with it
Reliability
Radiator hoses and suspension bushes in 7 years of use and abuse - not too shabby!
Image
Still turns heads when clean.
Comfort
Excellent, even for drivers under 5'3"", seat and steering adjust and visibility is good. Rear seats not as small as they look. Boot is cavernous, hence the sexy coupé doubles as a sensible family hatch!
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Security and Service
Security
Get an alarm and immobiliser fitted. Factory security is basic and opportunists will take a pop.
Service
Pricey, but thorough.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes