Toyota Celica

Seventh generation (2000-2006)
Seventh generation

Production 2000-2006
Body style 3-door liftback
Layout FF layout
Platform T230
Engine 1.8 L 140 hp I4
1.8 L 180 hp I4
Transmission 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual
6-speed manual
Wheelbase 102.4 in
Length 170.5 in
Width 68.3 in
Height 51.4 in
Fuel capacity 14.5 US gal.
Similar Acura RSX
Hyundai Tiburon
Mitsubishi Eclipse
In 2000, Toyota began production and sales of the seventh generation Celica. It closely resembled the XYR concept with the exception of the front bumper and rear spoiler. The 2000 Celica was an element of Toyota Project Genesis, an effort to bring younger buyers to the marque in the United States.

Basically the Celica came in two different models. The ZZT230 powered by an economical 1.8 L 4-cylinder 140 hp 1ZZ-FE engine and the ZZT231 powered by a higher-performance 1.8 L 4-cylinder 180 hp 2ZZ-GE version, co-developed with Yamaha. Both of these engines featured Toyota's signature VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence) system, which continuously varies the camshaft timing.

For 2003 model year, the Celica received a face lift, with a revised front bumper, revised tail lights, and the addition of several new colors to the lineup. The GT-S was also now equipped with a drive-by-wire (DBW) throttle body in the manual transmission model. Throttle drive-by-wire, while shortening throttle response, compromises the ability to use an aftermarket ECU, thus limiting tuning potential.

North America

In the USA and Canada the base model with 1ZZ-FE engine is called GT, and the high performance model with 2ZZ-GE engine is GT-S. The GT-S had a more aggressive system called the VVTL-i (Variable Valve Timing with Lift and Intelligence), which is similar to the VVT-i except until 6200 rpm, when valve lift is increased a fraction further to provide an abrupt increase in power, accounting for the 40 hp difference. The GT was available in both a 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic and the GT-S was available with a close-ratio 6-speed manual and a 4-speed manumatic.

Unfortunately, Toyota was too late to the sport compact party. However, the Celica enjoyed the spotlight for about a year or so, being that it was one of the few vehicles offering 100 hp/L for under $27,000 USD. In 2001, Honda released its Integra replacement, the Acura RSX, for the 2002 Type S model year with a 2.0 L 4-cylinder 200 hp engine, which competed directly with the Celica.

In 2002 Toyota also made some changes on the Celica GT-S, with the revs being limited to 7800 rpm, down from 8350 rpm on the original 7th generation. (The RHD Celicas did not incur the reduction in the redline rpm) This difference results in a big hit to performance, as the 2ZZ is primarily a high-revving engine.

In July 2004, Toyota announced the Celica (as well as the MR2) would be discontinued in the United States at the end of the 2005 model year because of increasing competition and lack of sales. [1] Celica sales hit 52,406 units in 2000, but dropped sharply to 14,856 in 2003. Just 8,710 Celicas were sold in 2004, and only 3,113 were sold in 2005. Many attribute the 2004 loss in sales to the introduction of the cheaper Scion tC.

it was i expected i knew i had work 2 do and it was fair price and he was honest ill have this car back 2 new in six months or less. we started stripping the car down 2 the frame and we will primer next week them rebuild the engine them finish the restoration after the holiday have a nice day

Classic that will run forever! The low fuel consumption and the style is very economical for my needs. Toyota Motors have long life.

good transaction. car was as described. tires a little noisy. drives and runs good. would buy from this seller agian.

I like that this car is a Toyota convertible. I wanted to buy it because of the projected quality of Toyota. However, the seller grossly overstated the attributes of this car. He said it was "ready to go." In fact, it needs major work. First, the head gasket is blown(really, really big stuff). Other things include major electrical problems, brakes need major overhaul,parts are missing from the undercarriage, and the top is, well, not really a top(It sits in my driveway now filling with water as it rains). It is, indeed, a clunker. I would warn anyone about buying a vehicle from this near Chicago car dealer. Indeed, a black eye for the seller and EBAY Motors.

I've only had minor problems that are expected for a car that is 15 years old. No one ever believes that it is that old because it's such a stylish car. She runs solid and is fun to drive.

Ive Owned my 01 celica gt for about 6 to 7 months now and i love my car ive had a few issues with things that other people screwed up but are easy to fix, ive added alot to he interior and exterior it handles amazing very responsive and if you knowhow to tweak the transmission and motor you can pull every bit of power from the stock motor and manual tranny i have no complaints about my car but wish there were more upgrades and add on parts to it but oh well its waht you get!!!

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vehicles off ebay if they dont get enough dollars for it then they relist . what a fraud

1991 body style best looking of the lot in my opinion car is fun to drive and am getting 35 mpg
the car does need normal service but is very reasonable these cars go for 250k plus if taken care of. Convertible tops need replacing every 5 years or so depending on climate and use but there cost has come way down. Awesome fun in the sun !

great car. buy anyday. its used so you have to deal with the little problems. the cars overall are wonderful and easy to transform into your very personal car with so many little things that describe you. i love this car.