6G Celicas Forums

Hi all

Just introducing myself.

I recently purchased a 94 Celica GT4, 2 previous owners in NZ and imported from Japan. Bought it as a daily driver so that I can keep the K's down on my 2004 MX5 factory turbo (known as Mazdaspeed Miata in the U.S.). These MX5's are very rare, only 6000 made worldwide, and only 15 sold new in NZ -mine is one of them :-)

However, I've come to like the GT4 so much I've decided to share the K's evenly between both vehicles, and thus prolong its life.

It is in beautiful condition for age and milage of 178K's (pics available in my profile) and almost completely factory original. First owner in NZ was a Toyota employee and had 40% discount on everything he spent on it! Second owner had the car for 6 years and kept it well serviced and maintained -I've got a full history of receipts from both owners. Just before selling it the last owner had the clutch; cambelt and waterpump all done. Drives really well, runs smooth. Purely by chance, previous owner used a mechanic who is just down the street from where I live, so I guess I'll keep using him because he must know the car pretty well by now considering some of the work he has done, and I just can't fault the condition of this vehicle. He will probably be quite surprised to see the car coming back to him

I've put some 18inch mags on it, as the only thing I didn't like that much were the factory orignal tri-spokes -butt ugly IMHO. This has also made the ride a little more firm, which I like (still soft compared to the MX5). To me the car has a very neutral feel to the steering and balance, which I like alot.

Car has a few extra goodies on it, such as a factory electric sunroof; parking sensors; turbo timer; gps surveillance and a big bore exhaust -neighbours all know when I'm coming or going lol

Anyway, this looks like agreat forum, I've read a few of the posts and everyone seems to play together well

Speaking personally, I'm not a boy-racer (too old for that) I just figure if I have to drive, I may as well enjoy the experience

Peace
Bruce

This post has been edited by Quidam: Nov 27, 2009 - 7:00 PM

More PICS :-)

Ok, so now that I know what it is, I can confirm the boost gauge is working fine (I'm such an idiot)

Thanks for your help

haha thats good to hear, nice cleaning btw.

licences plate..

coincidence?!

i think not

welcome but why cant there be more gt4 owners from down christchurch region im sure im the only 1 in this forum from chch

Hey look at it this way, you are Unique!

Nice Quidam
I repaint my bonnet but needs again
Your car looks very clean in the last photos Well done!

And what's sad is that I actually enjoy keeping my new baby clean and shiny -but not sure how long that will last

You are lucky that your color is not BLACK!!!!

Nice!

I always wanted a GT4 but never had one. Bought an ST for the gf so halfway there

Not kiddy friendly so I had to buy a family wagon....

But then again, I do like the comfort of the 5 Series

those plush teddy bear seats bring it down IMO

Hey there -Those are pure wool seat covers I put in to protect the seats. The drivers side was starting to show some signs of wear.
While they might not appeal to some peoples tastes, believe me they are very comfortable and make getting in/out a lot easier.

eventually I plan to redo the interior in leather

ps. the car did come with the orignal rear parcel tray, I've just taken it out and put it in storage (along with the original mags). It really isn't useful to me -I think the back storage space is more practical without it installed, and with the back seats down you get a lot of usable space!

This post has been edited by Quidam: Nov 29, 2009 - 4:14 PM

Yeah I was going to say the same thing. Pure wool huh? If my memory serves me correctly, wool is the itchiest substance known to man correct? (lol)

It is unique though, definitely. It has some style to it that, although it took some getting used to, definitely adds something personal.

Don't suppose you've taken the pleasure of reaching 6000+ rpm already?

Or dropping anchors at over 80kph and halting on the spot.

That type of engine power and stopping power is only in a GT4, no other Celica has it.

But notice how it can also be just as dosile as any regular car when you're not wearing heavy boots?

lol well there is a new on-ramp onto the motorway that is absolutely ideal for planting boot. Not sure if I've hit 6000+ rpm, I've been too to busy keeping my eyes on the road and thinking "holy crap" I'm still getting to know this car -but it is the ideal place to go hard

And you are 100% spot on. GT4 = Dr Jeckal and Mr Hide, that's what I like so much about it, you get to choose, and it fits right in.

I liked this thread right up until the GT-4 superiority talk. I'm so jealous.

Wish you many happy miles with her man.

Take that filter box off your ride and put a cold air intake in, and you'll have the perfect car!

Seriously though, if you ever find yourself hating your GT-Four for no apparent reason, just.. ya know.. ship it on over here.

OK, duly noted and added to my "to do" list

In the very unlikely event I ever decide to sell this car, I'll give you first option! That is, assuming you don't mind a right-hand drive -would you even be allowed to have it in the U.S.?!?

Sheesh -now I feel bad. If it's any consolation, I think your ride looks pretty sweet..

I'm in the Christchurch region, you're right though, not many other st205s down here eh.


Nice GT-Four Quidam, looks good. I think I remember seeing this GT-Four on trademe and thinking it looked like a good buy, glad you found your way to this site. So you had a bit of a mission finding wheels to fit aswell? Me too lol.