Toyota Celcia Convertible
Discussion
Hello there.
Am thinking of getting rid of the Alfa (yes they are that unreliable) & have been drawn towards a Celica Cabriolet, it being a 1995 M plate with 103K.
Allthough Im not unduly concerned about the mileage, after undertaking a bit of research it looks like this will probably be an Import, as I understand that this variant of the Celica was not an official UK car until 1997 (?).
Whilst not averse to buying such a car, is there anything I need to specifically look out for,such as the electrics/body panels/E C U etc. Am obviously concerned that if something goes wrong with the cars electric roof, that I may have difficulties getting a part for it if the electrics arent compatible with a UK car. In addition, presume Imports are usually a bit more to Insure ?
Alternatively would you recommend getting a genuine UK car instead for a bit more money ?
Any assistance would be very much appreciated, as am getting sick of having to get the train to work !
Am thinking of getting rid of the Alfa (yes they are that unreliable) & have been drawn towards a Celica Cabriolet, it being a 1995 M plate with 103K.
Allthough Im not unduly concerned about the mileage, after undertaking a bit of research it looks like this will probably be an Import, as I understand that this variant of the Celica was not an official UK car until 1997 (?).
Whilst not averse to buying such a car, is there anything I need to specifically look out for,such as the electrics/body panels/E C U etc. Am obviously concerned that if something goes wrong with the cars electric roof, that I may have difficulties getting a part for it if the electrics arent compatible with a UK car. In addition, presume Imports are usually a bit more to Insure ?
Alternatively would you recommend getting a genuine UK car instead for a bit more money ?
Any assistance would be very much appreciated, as am getting sick of having to get the train to work !
Don't think I've ever seen a celica convertible,interesting.
Digressing a bit.Q for PH celica fiends.The ST205 engine,how strong is it?
There have been some quite hi milers(150+) coming thru auction recently-& they're going for peanuts (£1-1.2k).Worth a shout? As a keeper,not to sell on.
Digressing a bit.Q for PH celica fiends.The ST205 engine,how strong is it?
There have been some quite hi milers(150+) coming thru auction recently-& they're going for peanuts (£1-1.2k).Worth a shout? As a keeper,not to sell on.
One of my friends had a gen 5 convertible.
I was under the impression they were all JDM imports, and none were sold through official UK channels (stands by to be corrected).
As far as what to look for, well, the insurance does tend to be higher on imports, but if i'm right above, then it shouldnt matter.
The key points to be aware of, (if its an import) is, it had an official conversion to MPH, and has the SVA documents - and if the mileometer has been converted over - a certificate what the final Km mileage was.
I was under the impression they were all JDM imports, and none were sold through official UK channels (stands by to be corrected).
As far as what to look for, well, the insurance does tend to be higher on imports, but if i'm right above, then it shouldnt matter.
The key points to be aware of, (if its an import) is, it had an official conversion to MPH, and has the SVA documents - and if the mileometer has been converted over - a certificate what the final Km mileage was.
The plot thickens....
Have just contacted the Trader who is selling the Celica & he assures me that it is definately a UK car & NOT a Jap import. This despite the fact that it is a 95 M plate (admittedly with 100,000 miles) & he only wants £3500 for it !
Since I usually work on the premise that if something sounds too good to be true, it usually is, I am ofcourse suspicous. Am going to check the car out tomorrow, look at V5, any service history (Trader advises has FSH) & if neccesary underake a search with HPI.
Would be obliged if anyone could possibly shed some light on any weaknesses in the Celica Convertible (if any) & if there are any particular areas I need to look at, ie the electrics in the roof mechanism.
Once again, many thanks for your assistance.
Have just contacted the Trader who is selling the Celica & he assures me that it is definately a UK car & NOT a Jap import. This despite the fact that it is a 95 M plate (admittedly with 100,000 miles) & he only wants £3500 for it !
Since I usually work on the premise that if something sounds too good to be true, it usually is, I am ofcourse suspicous. Am going to check the car out tomorrow, look at V5, any service history (Trader advises has FSH) & if neccesary underake a search with HPI.
Would be obliged if anyone could possibly shed some light on any weaknesses in the Celica Convertible (if any) & if there are any particular areas I need to look at, ie the electrics in the roof mechanism.
Once again, many thanks for your assistance.
The 6th gen convertable is a rare beast indeed, mainly due to the price new.....
Not much goes wrong, have a look at www.celica-club.co.uk - we have a couple of 'vert owners who can probably assist.
That *is* cheap.
Generally pretty reliable to be honest, but expensive to look after. 100K miles is not unusual and they seen to keep running.
www.gt4oc.com for more.
Not much goes wrong, have a look at www.celica-club.co.uk - we have a couple of 'vert owners who can probably assist.
tuttle said:
Don't think I've ever seen a celica convertible,interesting.
Digressing a bit.Q for PH celica fiends.The ST205 engine,how strong is it?
There have been some quite hi milers(150+) coming thru auction recently-& they're going for peanuts (£1-1.2k).Worth a shout? As a keeper,not to sell on.
That *is* cheap.
Generally pretty reliable to be honest, but expensive to look after. 100K miles is not unusual and they seen to keep running.
www.gt4oc.com for more.
Cheers everyone for that.
Sadly on day was supposed to look at the car, rang the dealer to confirm car still for sale............& it had gone.
Bugger. Seen a few others now (as do like the look of the cabriolets) & there nearer £5000. Looks like much tightening of belts will now ensue.
Sadly on day was supposed to look at the car, rang the dealer to confirm car still for sale............& it had gone.
Bugger. Seen a few others now (as do like the look of the cabriolets) & there nearer £5000. Looks like much tightening of belts will now ensue.
The DJ 27 said:
The 6th gen convertable is a rare beast indeed, mainly due to the price new.....
Weren't they something ridiculous like £37K brand new?
Not quite. 27-30K new. Which was Porsche 924/944 money. The GT-Four was 33K new.
Still shockingly expensive.
The ST202 (6th generation) was officially sold here.
The St182 (5th generation) were JDM imports, as a previous poster has pointed out.
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