FS: Toyota Celica GT4 (USA!), 12.5k OBO Options

[Fate]

Hey 6gc,

Ever thought about doing a 3sgte swap but could not decide between a front clip or an engine set? What about a GT4 front end, AWD conversion, or right hand drive? Ever had concerns over buying parts from other countries and worried that they’d get damaged during shipping, or heck- not even work? Fear not.

Up for sale is a rare Toyota Celica GT4. This is NOT a conversion; this is the 100% real deal. Imported in 2009, the car now resides in New Jersey where it is titled, registered, insured and awaiting a new home. This Celica GT4 is being sold as is with no warranties expressed or implied.

Now, I know members will have questions and I am happy to answer those of serious buyers with cash in hand. Please do not turn this thread into a “HOW TO” for importing grey market vehicles, titling and insuring. I was not responsible for the initial import, just a buyer and now a seller. Please read the information below, I have done my best to describe the car and any potential issues.



Mechanically, the car is sound and made the drive from Pennsylvania to my home without issue. The car is completely stock other than an aftermarket BOV, what I can assume is an aftermarket clutch kit based off pedal feel (unknown brand), and a HKS Hi Power catback exhaust. The clutch engages, disengages and the transmission shifts through all gears without grinds, pops, or other noises other than the rare throwout bearing whine. Possible front axle boot rip, making it difficult to judge potential leaks, however after having it parked in my driveway I can say with certainty that it does not leak oil or coolant as it sits. Factory AC condenser removed, however all lines and related hardware remain intact. This amazing engine would absolutely benefit from a complete tune up, as the history of maintenance is unknown other than the timing belt being replaced around 92,400KM. Current mileage: 159,741KM (~99,258 miles)

Esthetically, the car was repainted factory Toyota black (202), from what I can guess was sometime after 2009 when it came upon our shores. The passenger side fender was replaced with a standard US fender and the stock side marker location poorly welded as seen in photos. Slight body damage to passenger door, and driver side fender, along with paint chipping on the passenger side A Pillar and rear hatch. Other minor dings, scrapes, and imperfections as well. The wheels, 18x8, are a bit rough and although they look the same are not. Whoever buys this car will also be provided with three additional beat up wheels/tires for FREE! Bad news though, needs a wheel key to get these babies off (any 7 spline should work).

Everything electrical works as it should other than a faulty gas gauge- power windows, locks, power folding mirrors, Autometer mechanical boost gauge, etc. Even has a HKS turbo timer both wired and functional along with an old school Pioneer double DIN radio.

Price? $12,500 OBO!
Money is going towards funding a wedding and a home purchase.

Thank you.

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This post has been edited by Fate: Aug 5, 2014 - 11:35 AM

[lagos]

This is the same car I went for a ride in a few years ago and posted about on here. Glad it went to a good home. You really should keep it!

[block]

Incredible. 640k home commission coming but going straight to investment. Man, still worth it if buyer has money to put it back to mint condition. I know you said you're open but what's an ideal price you have in mind? Just throwing it out there so people know what offers to throw. If it's around long enough I will seriously consider. Good luck on this beautiful machine my friend!

[playr158]

3k in cash picked up next weekend

[fatherof4]

Sold?

[Fate]

This is the same car I went for a ride in a few years ago and posted about on here. Glad it went to a good home. You really should keep it!

Thanks Art! I wish I could keep it, great car with great potential. Priorities get in the way and too much happily invested in my other build to start another (for now).

Incredible. 640k home commission coming but going straight to investment. Man, still worth it if buyer has money to put it back to mint condition. I know you said you're open but what's an ideal price you have in mind? Just throwing it out there so people know what offers to throw. If it's around long enough I will seriously consider. Good luck on this beautiful machine my friend!

I've set the price at 10.5k obo. Thank you for both your interest and kind words, and congrats on the commission!

3k in cash picked up next weekend

I know this is a joke, but thank you for the free bump Mr. Dan.

Sold?

Still for sale and entertaining resonable offers.

[WannabeGT4]

Do you have the import/customs papers?

[fatherof4]

I posted the Craigslist ad back in June. Good luck with the sale. A bit out of my range.

[Fate]

UPDATE:

The car is now titled, registered and insured in New Jersey. The ad along with the price will be changed to reflect that this is no longer a PARTS car for sale but in fact a drivable Toyota Celica GT4 with transferrable title. Thank you everyone for the interest so far.

[sch5811]

UPDATE:

The car is now titled, registered and insured in New Jersey. The ad along with the price will be changed to reflect that this is no longer a PARTS car for sale but in fact a drivable Toyota Celica GT4 with transferrable title. Thank you everyone for the interest so far.

Wow. That's awesome. Wonder how the state to state transfer of title for those who don't live in New Jersey. But none the less, this is an amazing deal.

[Fate]

UPDATE:

The car is now titled, registered and insured in New Jersey. The ad along with the price will be changed to reflect that this is no longer a PARTS car for sale but in fact a drivable Toyota Celica GT4 with transferrable title. Thank you everyone for the interest so far.

Wow. That's awesome. Wonder how the state to state transfer of title for those who don't live in New Jersey. But none the less, this is an amazing deal.

Transfer was made from PA to NJ with minimum difficulty, just a good amount of research. BUMP!

[Fate]

Weekend bump!

[Nial]

Surely this is not still for sale? I find it a bit odd that a lot of 6gcers in the US rave about one day owning a real ST205, when one comes up for sale, no one wants it!!!!!

[BonzaiCelica]

i think the ones that rave about it aren't in his state. and they aren't expecting to pay that much for one as well

[njccmd2002]

I think its a fair price to ask for such cars. In canada thats the average landed price. If people want a 1000 dollar car, they need to look at other brands

[richee3]

So you're bringing this to CSP, right?

[chacha]

bump for the mid and east coast, if cali wasn't sooo DAMN strict, this would be mines already, but it you can get it as a cali title and registered, put me down for your first person on the list to buy.

[6strngs]

what year is the car?

[Tigawoods]

what year is the car?

its not on the description but its on the vin plate thingy

1998

[mkernz22]

what year is the car?

its not on the description but its on the vin plate thingy

1998

That's the engine's CC.... c'mon mike.
1998CC = 2.0L


This post has been edited by mkernz22: Jul 30, 2014 - 2:50 PM

[Tigawoods]

what year is the car?

its not on the description but its on the vin plate thingy

1998

That's the engine's CC.... c'mon mike.
1998CC = 2.0L

I hope its also a 1998......so I can go

TALK TO THE HAND!

[WannabeGT4]

Judging by the low frame number and lack of spoiler riser blocks and clear I indicators in the tail lights I'd say this is probably a 94.

[Fate]

I think its a fair price to ask for such cars. In canada thats the average landed price. If people want a 1000 dollar car, they need to look at other brands

Thank you.

So you're bringing this to CSP, right?

There is a good chance, will you be in attendance?

bump for the mid and east coast, if cali wasn't sooo DAMN strict, this would be mines already, but it you can get it as a cali title and registered, put me down for your first person on the list to buy.

Willing to assist with shipping, would like to see this car go to an enthusiast! Since 2009, the title has been transferred 3-4 times between PA and NJ.

what year is the car?

Titled as a 1998. I can only assume that the original importer went off the 1998cc on the firewall plate, as there are no other identifying stickers or markings and as WannabeGT4 pointed out, there are exterior features that are missing. After researching the frame number, results show a possible "Release Date" of February 1995.

[richee3]

Brigette and I are flying in Friday night. It'd be cool to catch up again and see a real ST205.

[njccmd2002]

january 1995 per vin number...

Market
Japan

Year
02/1995

Make
TOYOTA

Model
CELICA

Frame
ST205

Vehicle characteristics
GRADE: GT4: GT-FOUR TYPE
DESTINATION: JPN: JAPAN
BODY: LB: LIFTBACK
ENGINE: 3SGTE: 2000CC 16-VALVE DOHC EFI TURBO
TRANSMISSION: MTM: MANUAL TRANSMISSION
COLOR CODE: 202
TRIM CODE:

[mkernz22]

what year is the car?

its not on the description but its on the vin plate thingy

1998

That's the engine's CC.... c'mon mike.
1998CC = 2.0L

I hope its also a 1998......so I can go

TALK TO THE HAND!

Actually, this one is more appropriate.




*Sorry for the thread jack.......

This post has been edited by mkernz22: Jul 30, 2014 - 9:15 PM

[Fate]

UPDATE:

Oil change and spark plugs (BKR7E gapped .028) done today.

[enderswift]

I wish I had the space and money to pick this up

[Fate]

Good morning, it's the weekend bump!

[Fate]

BUMP!

[playr158]

I'm still working on wife approval hahaha

just bought her a 2014 grand cherokee limited...i feel like i should get something too

This post has been edited by playr158: Aug 5, 2014 - 11:51 AM

[Fate]

I'm still working on wife approval hahaha

just bought her a 2014 grand cherokee limited...i feel like i should get something too

Doooooo it, you deserve it! I would love this car to go to an enthusiast.

[Fate]

Let's get this thing sold!

[richee3]

Let's get this thing sold!

... at the CSP meet tomorrow, right? You gotta bring it. It's free advertisement!

[Fate]

Let's get this thing sold!

... at the CSP meet tomorrow, right? You gotta bring it. It's free advertisement!

I wish I was driving up, but going to be a no-show this year. I am however looking forward to hearing about the mysterious new purchase!

[Fate]

Bump for offers!

[3WayStunna]

Pm sent.

[FORGMANN]

Have you posted this for sale on ALLTRAC.NET as well?

[amilleri]

If you hold on this till tax time I'll give you 9500 cash

[Fate]

Pm sent.

PM'd!

Have you posted this for sale on ALLTRAC.NET as well?

Not yet, but will probably do in the upcoming weeks. PS. you have PM.

If you hold on this till tax time I'll give you 9500 cash

Thank you for the offer, I have also replied to your most recent PM.

[3WayStunna]

Pm sent.

PM'd!

Have you posted this for sale on ALLTRAC.NET as well?

Not yet, but will probably do in the upcoming weeks. PS. you have PM.

If you hold on this till tax time I'll give you 9500 cash

Thank you for the offer, I have also replied to your most recent PM.

Never recieved that PM btw.

[mgnt232]

It's gone! But not forgotten lol

I wish I knew more about the import process. I would definitely pay an extra couple k to get one imported..... just have no idea where to start.

[Fate]

Car has been sold to a fellow enthusiast, this thread can now be locked. Thank you all for your interest!



This post has been edited by Fate: Sep 1, 2014 - 4:54 PM