1989 Toyota soap-bar

[whiteballz]

Well, Seeing as there's abit of a bandwagon thread (and I haven't made a propper thread for my car) I thought I'd join the fun.

1989 Toyota Celica SX (ST185) (2.2 Inline 4pot - FWD)

Is it practical?

Concieved when cars were getting bigger and bigger, Size wise it isn't petite, however it is far from large. I find if I'm sitting entirely upright I require the sunroof open to avoid a concusive head injury during daily driving. Storage room is however minute, with a single glovebox with a protruding hinge (closes with less space than you assume) Elbow room is, perhaps for the average japanese gentleman adequite, but lacks space for my needs.

Is it economical?

For a 2.2 that hasn't been taken care of it gets roughly 10.0L/100K's, thanks no doubt to it's relatively long 5th gear (sitting at highway speeds its barely above 2,300RPM)

Is it fun to drive?

If your after a relaxing drive... well no. If your after a light hearted shuffle through twisties, it is enjoyable. FWD doesn't permit much oversteer, however it tracks true and straight unless there is a peble on the road, at which point all hell breaks loose.

Will it break down all the time?

It's a toyota, so no, it doesnt break down, but things break - it just keeps driving once its fallen off.

Is it easy to park?

No, fast steering rack and a horrific turning circle and rounded hidden corners make for a headache.

What if I go to a Shopping Centre and get chased by baddies in a Corvette?

Rip that E-brake and hope for the best baby!

Is it green?

No, Its white.

Can I afford it?

Yes, For 2,500 australian you too can have a shitbox like mine!

What If I'm asked to take part in a beach assault with the Royal Marines?

Front heavy with a nose like a typhoon sub, It would sink and then decide it can run on salt water and transport you and three marines deep into enemy lines.

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[Ferrer]

I thought that Celica gen wasn't on sale until the 90s...

[092326001]

well a 1990 model is really a late 1989 model anyways

[SupraMan22]

I love the early 90 celica's.. my older brother had a 90 gt, same color white and a 5 speed.. shit box for sure..

[clutch-monkey]

Originally Posted by whiteballz

What If I'm asked to take part in a beach assault with the Royal Marines?

Front heavy with a nose like a typhoon sub, It would sink and then decide it can run on salt water and transport you and three marines deep into enemy lines.

goddamn toyota's!
good luck getting marines in the back

[Blue Supra]

at least it takes a decent picture.