Fourth Generation T160 Series

In the beginning of August 1985 the Celica was changed completely. The fourth generation Celica had a more rounded body which flowed much better, how ever you could still see the original box shape from previous generations. The new T160 series was equipped with a new 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine.

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1988 Toyota Celica GT Coupe | Toyota Celica Convertible ST162

Soon after Toyota their own "Ultimate Celica" on the line: GT-Four ST165 in the Japanese domestic market (JDM). The GT-Four included full-time all wheel drive and a electronically controlled central locking differential. The turbo charged version of the GT-S 2. liter was rated at 190 HP which was the 3S-GTE engine. At the time the GT-S immediately took flagship as the Celica range and became the official Toyota rally car, for all 4 years of production.

In 1987 Toyota began to export the Celica GT-Four revised as the All-Trac Turbo in North America. The All-Trac became available in the 1988 US model year, the All-Trac system was also offered with the Corolla, Camry, Previa but without the turbo for a limited time. The North American version was rated 190 BHP, Toyota chose to keep the suspension the same and not modify it drastically. The ST165 chassis front suspension for the AWD GT-Four kept MacPherson struts with an anti-swaybar and strut tower brace, the rear employed struts with trailing link and twin lateral links per side + an anti-swaybar.

As the GT-Four was the Ultimate Celica of the time it made its World Rally debut in 1988 of Tour de Corse and finished 6th. The Celicas first victory came in 1988 Cyprus in a non-WRC, however the Celica was victorious in the WRC Rally in Australia of 1989.

The Celica was again still available in the following trims: ST, GT, and GT-S as either coupe, liftback models. The GT model was offered as a soft-top convertible, the ST and GT were given a SOHC 8 valve 2.0 liter 97 HP engine. They quickly changed to a new DOHC engine rated at 116 for the 1987 model year which was shared with the Camry. The GT-S came with a 135 HP engine which is a version of the DOHC 2.0 liter featuring T-VIS. The GT-Four known to North America as the All-Trac Turbo was released for the 1988 model year.

*T-VIS: Toyota Variable Induction System, improves low end torque of high performance four stroke interal combustion engines.

Celica T200 Series Rally Edition

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Celica T180 Series Rally Edition

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Silver Celica T200 Series

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Fifth Generation T180 Series

Introduced in September 1989 the fifth generation T180 series made its premier as the 1990 model year. The Celica was featured new organic and unique styling, included upgraded wheels and tires, and a new more powerful GT-Four aka US version All-Trac.

Engineers at Toyota claimed that the all new round styling and lack of straight edges in previous models improved strength without adding unnecessary weight. After the T180 series styling made its debut, various other manufactures soon copied its unique styling.

The North American Celica was equipped with fixed door side view mirrors and amber front corner lights. Every other model was equipped with folding mirrors and clear corner lights. The drivers side airbag (SRS) was standard in all US models. The ST has a 1.6 liter 4A-FE, which is similar to the Corolla's. The GT-S was powered by a 2.2 liter 5S-FE which is similar to the Camry's, the 5S-FE rated 5 HP greater than the GT at 135 BHP. The 2.2 liter was designed for more low-end torque, this appealed to U.S buyers' preferences as opposed to the high revving engines of the past. The All-Trac was available with the improved 2.0 liter 3S-GTE engine, the All-Trac was rated at 200 BHP. The GT-S and all other export market GT-Four are all wide-body lift backs including flared fenders. However JDM GT-Four's were also offered in normal body's.

August 1990 the Japanese added the widebody GT-Four A and Convertible into their lineup. A Super Live Sound System was added with 10 speakers for the GT-Four A which was a standard, other models were given the option for this premium sound system except the S-R. The 20th Anniversary GT-R came in December of 1990 to celebrate a long successful journey of the Celica line.

The Celica Convertible was built by a American Sunroof company (ASC) in California, it was offered here in the states as a GT model with a 5S-FE engine. Also known as a Type G in the Japanese Domestic Market, in Europe it was named a Cabriolet with a 3S-GE engine.

Australian models include the SX Coupe, SX Liftback, GT-Four, as well as 150 delivered limited edition Group A Rallye models. The Australian models are much less luxurious than the North American and JDM models. Sad enough to say the sunroof was only available as an option for the SX, which should have been standard like both JDM and US models. As weird as it sounds the GT-Four did not include ABS, which should have been standard. However ABS became standard on the GT-Four a few months after production. As 1993 came along the Limited Edition WRC Trophy model was offered in Australia. The Limited Edition WRC model is basically the SX with special decals, GT-Four sport front seats, and cruise control.

In the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) the new models featured: S-R, Z-R, GT-R, and GT-Four (Active Sports Suspension). The S-R and Z-R were powered by the 3S-FE engine while the GT-R and Active Sports came with a 3S-GE. The GT-Four 3S-GTE featured an air-to-air intercooler and a CT26 twin entry turbo to eliminate exhaust gas interference. In the JDM market the GT-Four has a 221HP engine, which results in a more aggressive ignition and a advanced ceramic turbine. The GT-Four has a viscous coupling limited slip center differential and a Torsen rear differential.

Anti-lock brakes (ABS) were available on every year for GT-S models, also available on the GT between 1992-1993. Optional features available for the GT-S and '90-'92 were leather interior, sunroof, and System 10 Premium Sound but standard on the '93 All-Trac. The All-Trac aka GT-Four was the most expensive Celica yet.

A special Rally Edition of only 5000 units ever made was the GT-Four RC, Carlos Sainz in Europe, and Group A Rallye in Australia.

Features Include:

• WTA Intercooler which Toyota Team Europe wanted, for easy tuning their WRC car.
• Different hood, which can get rid of heat as fast as possible instead of scooping in air which was included in the ST185 model
• A more aggressive tuned ECU
  
• Lighter bumper which is much lighter than standard

Out of these 5,000 units made, 1,800 were for the Japanese Domestic Market, 3,000 were sent to Europe, 150 to Australia, 25 to Singapore, and the few that were left to New Zealand and other markets.

Stock Silver Celica Motion Blur

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Celica Roadway

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Silver Stock Celica

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Mackey Designs HD Team Menace Celica

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Mackey Designs HD Bumble Bee Celica City Scape

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Mackey Designs HD Bumble Bee Celica

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NFS: Underground 2 Black Celica

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Silver Celica

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Black Celica

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Yellow Celica

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Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible

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Introduced in 2000 this convertible would have probably been a more realistic concept to be produced. This concept Celica is based off of the 2000 Celica GT-S, same chassis and engine.

The designer of this Celica must have pushed for it, but sadly it never happened. Imagine how cool it would be to see these on the road.

1999 Toyota Celica Cruising Deck

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The Toyota Celica Cruising Deck has the same engine configuration as the GT-S. This concept vehicle has a rear seat built right into the trunk compartment, you may call it a convertible but the designer and owner calls it a "deck". The view must be magnificent and unique, but what happens when it rains, snows?

The trunk space is reconfigured in a trailer, the time and money invested in this project car must have been plentiful. Overall it turned out nice, would be weird to see thousands of these on the road.

The XYR Concept, Reality!

The XYR concept is what we see on the roads today, configuration can be compared to the GT-S with a 1.8L engine which was tuned by Yamaha to 180-190 HP

...One concept that became a reality.

Rod Millen: Ultimate Celica Aka F1 Celica

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A enthusiasts dream, this "Ultimate Celica" was designed to be a realistically produced concept however being realistic but quite pricy. This "Ultimate Celica" was planned to cost $500,000; The engine was lifted from a 6th generation GT4 and redesigned 7th generation body was thrown on top. Powering this $500k beauty is a over bored 3S-GTE with a Garrett turbocharger, this beast puts out just under 500 HP.

Sad enough to say this car seems to be a no go, as tests concluded by various magazines showed less than expected acceleration times. On top of tests, rumors were abroad that the body of the "Ultimate Celica" was/is extremely fragile. More than likely this car has been built all for show, only the creator of this concept Celica Rod Millen knows for sure.

Also you can note, overseas this concept model was named "F1 Celica". Based on information by magazines and rumors it is more than likely Toyota has no interest in creating this so called "beast" or "F1 Celica".

What really stinks is the time and effort put into this concept.

Bug Eyed Station Wagon: Sixth Generation

This concept Celica is based off of the sixth generation T200 series. Whether its photoshoped or not, you can see part Toyota Camry wagon in there. No other pictures have been linked to this concept, would be neat to see the interior and options it would possibly include.

Sixth Generation T200 Series

Beginning in 1994, the Celica was completely revamped. The sixth generation Celica was available in ST and GT trims in the USA for the 1994 model year. They soon after added a optional Sports Package to the GT which enabled GT-S-like handling.

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The ST model had a new 1.8 liter 7A-FE engine which could be found in the Corolla. The GT was powered by a 2.2 liter 5S-FE engine which was carried over from the Camry. The turbocharged All-Trac was no longer available in the U.S how ever many are still on road. The ST model engine is rated at 105 HP, and the GT is rated at 130 HP.

In the Japanese domestic market known as JDM, production of the T200 series was known as SS-I and SS-II. Outside of the U.S market production continued for the Japanese, European, Australian and British markets of the famous GT-Four and All-Track models. The GT-Four/All Trac is known to be the most powerful produced to date, pumping out 239 HP export version and 251 HP JDM (3S-GTE engine).

The car proved to be quite competitive in the 1995 World Rally Championship, so competitive that the car was banned from the competition for a year after its single victory. The sixth generation Celica was banned due to a "turbocharger fix" which Toyota claimed they knew nothing of the fix. Opponents in the World Rally Championship say it was cleverly engineered device which allowed no air path restriction on the intake.

Later in Australia the sixth generation ST204 was available in SX and ZR trim levels, the engine was a 2.2 liter. In the following years between 1998-1999 Australia also offered an SX-R model which included black/red interior, white tachometer, fog lights, and alloy wheels.

The ST205 only available in Australia and sold as of 1994, was the final GT-Four Celica. There was a limited delivery as only 77 ST205's were introduced. They featured a individual numbered plaque in the cabin and a Group A Rallye badge on the hatch.

In August 1995, JDM added the SS-III with minor changes. All of the front drive train models received a new front bumper design and newly created tail lights. As far as performance and suspension, the SS-III came standard with the Super Strut Suspension and side aerodynamic rocker panels. The GT-Four also received new rocker panels, new alloy wheels, and a restyled rear spoiler.

To celebrate 25 years of Celica, the SS-I and SS-II were available in Special Editions only released in Japan. These Special Edition Celicas include special emblems inside the cabin, by the sunroof and the front seats, as well as the front fenders.

As of 1997 the North American GT Coupe was discontinued, in the JDM market the Celica received a minor change.

Last but not leased in 1998 the underpowered ST model was discontinued, leaving only GT models, soon after a years absence the GT coupe returned. A year later the Celica lineup eliminated coupes leaving the GT liftback and convertible.

Seventh Generation T230 Series

Late 1999, Toyota began production and sales of the new T230 series Celica. The seventh generation resembled the XYR concept baring the front bumper and rear spoiler.

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The seventh generation 2000 model year was an element from TPG (Toyota Project Genesis) which by the media was a flop on Toyota's part. Their goal was to attract a more youthful crowd and a more affordable price towards their new lineup. Toyota's goal was to appeal the same buyers which were infused with the Integra and Honda Civic.

Whether you want to call it cheap or unique, Toyota took the time to lower the cost whenever possible. The T230 was much lighter than previous models and had noticeable differences; Initially moon-roofs are made of glass, the T230 were made of polymer plastic. The center console included 1 set of Power windows, locks which controlled both doors. The T230 included the famous American standard of 4 cup holders [pause for laughter]; two in the front and two in the rear. Rear seating was contoured for only two passengers and could be split 60/40 to increase cargo capacity.

Options Included: ABS, fog lights, rear spoiler, upgraded JBL stereo system, 6-disc cd changer, HID low beam headlights, leather seat surfaces, floor mats, side-impact airbags, vehicle intrusion protection (VIP alarms) including door lock/unlock feature, cargo net, and finally a hatchback cargo cover.

The 7th Gen came in two different models, the ZZT230 and the ZZT231. Economically powered the ZZT230 had a 1.8L 4-cylinder 140 hp (1ZZ-FE) engine. On the performance side the ZZT231 was powered by a whom-ping 1.8L 4-cylinder 191 hp (2ZZ-GE) engine. Yamaha who co-developed the 2ZZ-GE featured a two-step variable valve lift control linked with its variable valve timing. Mid 2004, CNNMoney.com rated the Celica as one of the best cars to purchase for gas mileage.

Exporting the Celica ceased in July 2005, the very last Celica was rolled off production on April 21, 2006. The Celica was only available in Japan for its last year on the line.