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Should I buy a Toyota Celica?

I fancy a Toyota Celica as a second car. Probably a T Sport 190 bhp (but not the GT with a big spoiler) 2005ish for approx £5,000 to £7,000. Should I buy with leather, is silver grey or red a good colour? Which model do you advise? I would buy from a garage, not private.

Asked on 5 August 2022 by malcskipton

Answered by Andrew Brady
I see the appeal but that's quite a lot of money to spend on a 17-year-old Celica. If you're prepared to pay top money for one, you can be really picky about condition, specification and things like service history (a full history wallet is important if you're considering it as a long-term investment). They're pretty reliable but check oil levels (excessive oil consumption is common) and look out for signs of rust or general neglect. A Honda CR-Z could be an interesting, slightly newer alternative.
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