Toyota Celica Coupe (1999 - 2006) 1.8 VVTLi T Sport 3d (2002/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Driving is my pleasure. Nobody would buy this car unless you were an enthusiast of driving. It's fast, agile, strong and screams sex on wheels. If you just like the look of it but not bothered about the driving, buy a 140 version with no Lift engine.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They loved it, it got so much attention.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Absolutely, I am doing. Soon as I find a nice 2006 GT model in my price range.

What are you likely to buy next?

I've bought it, Audi A1 TFSI S Line. But it's boring and grown up and I want my Celica back.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,100

When did you buy the car?

April 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got an amazing deal, a barely noticeable figure above £2000 for a car in pristine condition, with only 34,000 miles - and not just any car, a gorgeous Thunder Grey T-Sport.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Low, sporty coupe with a Lotus Elise 2ZZ-FE engine.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

It's the best car I've ever driven, without a doubt. And I've driven about 75 different cars. I loved it so much, I'm buying another one to use for leisure. The cornering, stability and power are an absolute peach. Watch the brakes though, all Celicas have spongy braking systems and if you buy one, I'd suggest upgrading them and buying a brace for the fluid reservoir.

What's it like to park?

Easy, it goes exactly where you want it to, and with a low ride height and excellent visibility all round, you've got no problem getting this baby in to a tight spot.

Have you had any problems with the car?

In the year and a half that I owned it - the only thing I had to change was the tyres and the oil. I drove it like it was meant to be driven, in Valve Lift.

What's most practical about your car?

It's 1.8 litre engine and boot. Still very good fuel economy for a near 200bhp engine and a huge boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

VVTLI. That valve lift (similar to VTEC) is an utterly amazing feeling, especially in the corners when you think you're safe and then OOPS... 6200rpm just came around and you've engaged mental-mode.