From its first arrival on American soil in 1971 to its last generation in 2005, the Toyota Celica was a surefire hit. In its 35 consecutive years on the scene, the Celica underwent several changes to its powertrains, its competitors and the demographics of its buyers, but never wavered from its mission as Toyota's entry-level sport coupe.
The first Celica earned its reputation as a new kind of Toyota thanks to its rear-wheel drive – a tradition that lasted three generations. A major design shift came when the fourth-generation Celica adapted front-wheel-drive, Camry-based engineering in the mid-'80s. Toyota diversified the Celica even further in the '90s by releasing it in coupe, convertible and hatchback body styles.
Driving enthusiasts complained that these Celicas weren't very sporty, however, so Toyota introduced a speedster in the new millennium, giving Celica enthusiasts the sporty, athletic car they’d been waiting for.
If you’re in the market for a pre-owned sport coupe or convertible, you won’t want to miss out on taking the Celica out for a test drive. Known for its fun and sporty performance, its good gas mileage and its cargo space, the real draw is what keeps Toyota buyers coming back again and again: its excellent reliability.
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