2001 Toyota Celica Consumer Discussions

Toyota Celica Engine Problems

• Celica 2001

  Written by: 01celica1 on Mar 30, 2010 8:41:52 AM

  I have a 2001 Celica and there has been nothing but problems with it. I have approximately 75,000 miles on it, not very much. Just before the 5 yr. warranty was up, it started leaking oil and ultimately the entire engine was replaced. I have had to replace the clutch twice.......have been driving stick shifts since 1977 and never had to replace a clutch. I have also replaced 2 serpentine belts. ... Read More

Toyota Celica (Hatchbacks / All Years)

• 2001 Toyota Celica headlights

  Written by: okcyclesooner on Jan 25, 2009 8:46:37 PM

  Just purchased an 01 Celica for my daughter. The car's headlights, on low beam, are very weak, partially because they are not aimed very well. How do you aim the lamps, and is there a way to brighten the light coming out on low beam? On high beams the road is well lit.

Toyota Celica GT - Troubleshooting

• cant fix my trunk light

  Written by: biggs8741 on Oct 3, 2008 2:07:44 PM

  hi i just purchased a 2001 toyota celica gt and a couple months ago i noticed my trunk light wasn't working so of course i changed the bulb and still nothing and just today i changed it again figuring it was a bad bulb but still nothing and i checked the fuse panels and cant find a fuse designated for the trunk all my other systems are working that i can ... Read More

• Clunking Sound

  Written by: allsaints on Dec 4, 2007 5:08:03 AM

  I have a 2001 Toyota Celica. Since September there has been a clunking sound when driving in low gear and also whilst changing gear. I took it to my Toyota dealer and a mechanic who has driven the car heard the noise himself but says he cannot find anything wrong. Basically I have been told that there is nothing about to fall off, nothing loose so they can't do anything about ... Read More

Toyota Celica (Hatchbacks / All Years)

• 2001 Celica = slow moving vehicle?

  Written by: compu on Oct 4, 2007 7:47:59 PM

  I bought a used 2001 Celica 50K miles on Feb. 2007. All my friends said my car is not moving even they step so hard on gas. Actually I feel the same way. I used to have a 89' Honda Predule. good engine. It pickup so fast when I accelerated to merge into highway. Not like now, I have to step very very hard on gas, never done that on my ... Read More

Toyota Celica GT - Troubleshooting

• Toyota Celica GT - Troubleshooting

  Written by: ecoich on Mar 5, 2007 1:27:28 PM

  Not sure if anyone out there can help me out with this or not, but I'm trying to understand what's happened to my 2001 Celica GT the last couple of days. Here's the rundown, I noticed the car needed an oil change, so yesterday, against my better judgement, I went to one of those franchise oil-change places. So last night, about 8-10 hours after I'd had my oil changed, by oil ... Read More

Celica GT performance help needed.

• transmision change

  Written by: celica01 on Oct 22, 2006 5:53:01 PM

  i have a automatic toyota celica gt 2001. and i dont like the performance of this car i would to change the transmision to a manual but i dont know if i can or how expence it would be? i would like to get information about it please help me!!!!!!!

Toyota Celica Accessories & Modifications

• help!!! i need a car

  Written by: gonzocelica on Oct 12, 2006 10:15:18 PM

  Hello im new at this, so take it easy on me. im 19 im getting a 2001 toyota celica gts with 17 inch crom rims; It has 72,000 miles and both head lights dont work the body is really good with no hits or dents, the only promble is it has a Ignited Push Start Engine button and i been told in the long run it would have prombles also has ... Read More

• this isnt much of a discussion just suggetions abt a gts celica

  Written by: gonzocelica on Oct 12, 2006 10:14:24 PM

  Hello im new at this, so take it easy on me. im 19 im getting a 2001 toyota celica gts with 17 inch crom rims; It has 72,000 miles and both head lights dont work the body is really good with no hits or dents, the only promble is it has a Ignited Push Start Engine button and i been told in the long run it would have prombles also has ... Read More

Toyota Celica (Hatchbacks / All Years)

• 2001 Celica GT - love it...except....

  Written by: birdlord on Jan 22, 2004 6:02:30 AM

  I've had my '01 Celica GT for 3 years now, bought new off the lot. I love the dependability of this car (this is my first Toyota) EXCEPT I find this car very dangerous in heavy rains and snow. It is blown around easily and I feel as if I have no traction. I was never "scared" to drive in inclement weather before and now I find myself white-knuckling the steering ... Read More

• Hatchback leak

  Written by: zelda6 on May 26, 2004 12:59:48 PM

  Help! I have a 2001 Toyota Celica GT. I love it, but recently have noticed water in my trunk. It doesn't seem to be coming in from the top. Water accumulates in the wheel well. I don't always see it right after a rain storm. Anybody have same problem? I would appreciate any advice you all can offer.

• 2001 Celica - moonroof (outside) peeling?

  Written by: laid_back_dude on Aug 3, 2003 8:34:46 PM

  Hi Folks- We have a 2001 Toyota Celica GT with a moonroof. The outside of the moonroof is peeling. Has anyone run into this? Thanks.

• no title

  Written by: gambit293 on Apr 13, 2003 5:02:48 PM

  dg1, Sorry to hear about your bad experience. However, I think it's fair to say that yours was an anomaly. Statistically, most consumer sources list the celica as highly reliable. Sounds like you A) were just really unlucky and B) possibly got stuck with a really sucky or incompetent dealership. Did you look into your state's lemon laws? I am quite happy with my 2000 GT-S (almost 36,000 miles). Its looks ... Read More

• Questionable Quality?

  Written by: dq1 on Mar 11, 2003 6:39:32 PM

  Thought I'd share that I'm meeting with my Southeast Toyota Rep. tomorrow because my local Service Director won't work with me anymore because I might file under Florida's Lemon Law. I put together a summary of all repairs done on my 2001 Celica GT in the past 2 years to get a feel for my cars overall quality. Here are my surprising results. My car has been in the shop for ... Read More

• Valve Clicking Normal?

  Written by: dq1 on Feb 12, 2003 4:48:22 PM

  I'm hoping someone that visits these boards can give me some insight on valves. I have a 2001 Toyota Celica GT with 35k miles on it. The valves are adjusted using shims. In the morning when cold, the valves are pretty noisy before the engine warms up. Once warm, the engine sounds ok. The dealer insists that no adjustment is necessary and that the engine warranty is good until 50k miles ... Read More

Toyota Celica GT-S

• blown engine

  Written by: xtcracer on Aug 14, 2002 11:11:59 AM

  I currently own a 2001 Celica GT-S it has about 19,800 miles(majority Hwy mileage.) I recently blew the engine will down shifting to avoid an accident. The service rep. at the toyota service dept. stated that the timing belt a jumped a tooth and the all the pistons bent in the engine. He says he has only seen this once before. If anyone out there has had this problem please reply. ... Read More

Acura RSX v. Toyota Celica v. Mitsubishi Eclipse

• TAKE NOTES!!!

  Written by: cjmajesty on Mar 15, 2002 2:19:54 PM

  OK First off for somebody to say that that the RSX copied any thing off of the celica Is just... je ne sais quoi! (BOOMN29 "Both 6-speeds, the same exact foot peddles, the dash (odometer and speedometer) are EXACTLY alike")That just blew my mind!! First of all the dashes & gauges look nothing alike. Six speed & foot peddles...? c'mon. I guess the fact that it has wheels & an engine ... Read More

Toyota Celica (Hatchbacks / All Years)

• seat covers for Celica GT

  Written by: cat37 on Jan 13, 2002 3:08:30 PM

  Does anyone know of any seat covers that actually fit the front seats of a 2001 Celica GT? Previous experience with other cars I have owned resulted in seat covers that did not fit. Toyota says they don't make them for the Celica. I would like to keep the seats in good condition. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

• Amazing mileage

  Written by: marktest on Jul 17, 2001 5:21:08 PM

  Some of the mileage figures talked about seem amazing or questionable. Grand Marquis' with 28 mpg on the highway, my brother's 2001 Crown Vic gets 21 highway. Celica GTS' getting high 20's - is that on the highway? My GTS Auto only gets 24 around town, 28 highway. I regret not getting the GT for the better mileage and 20% lower fuel cost, but some of the figures stated here seem ... Read More

Toyota Celica GT-S

• theworldizmyn

  Written by: jk111 on Jul 12, 2001 8:52:37 PM

  If you are looking for a Celica GTS 6spd, you are out of luck. Toyota stopped making the 6spd version for the rest of the 2001 model year. I tried to find one, and after 1 1/2 month of searching (including help from carsdirect.com).. I gave up. Celica is small, with the baby on the way.. you are probably better off getting something that is more practical. Like corolla or such. ... Read More

Toyota Celica (Hatchbacks / All Years)

• Re Celica reliability & visibility

  Written by: oneibt on May 23, 2001 7:44:35 AM

  anna12 & cdelle I have a 2001 Celica GT with 3000 miles on it. The visibilty for lane changes is certainly limited, but between adjusting the mirrors out and just getting used to it I don't have any serious problems anymore. I do have to admit however, that backing up is an adventure. As far as reliability, Toyota and Honda have the best reputations in the business. My personal experience with ... Read More

• Reliability/early mechanical problems?

  Written by: anna12 on May 22, 2001 4:02:15 PM

  I'm planning to buy a new celica gts very soon. I made the mistake of telling my mother and she insists I check out the Volvo s-40s, since the price is not markedly different. I still see myself as more of a celica person, but my mom points out that I am aging rapidly (40s) and should be safety conscious. So, I went to the s-40 board in townhall and immediately ... Read More

• PROUD NEW CELICA GT OWNER!

  Written by: 1kgwxman on May 2, 2001 4:20:01 PM

  I just got my 2001 Celica GT. Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase. A few niggling things like some scratch marks on the rubber trim around the windows will be taken care of, since the vehicle was delivered from a different dealer in Ohio, who had the car on their lot for much of the winter. (Car was built 12/00.) I suspect when the car was brushed off from snow ... Read More

• Questions!

  Written by: jenx1 on Mar 6, 2001 2:56:06 PM

  Hi! I'm getting ready to buy a 2001 Celica in the very near future. This will be my first Toyota (actually, my first new car) and I was hoping someone might be able to answer a few questions I had. First, for anyone who's special ordered a Celica, is it more difficult to negotiate a good price with the dealer for a hard to find configuration or special order than if ... Read More

Toyota Celica vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

• Eclipse 2001 GS

  Written by: racsojr on Jan 19, 2001 10:16:39 AM

  Its all about what car is better. I was trying to decide between the New Toyota Celica and The Eclipse 2001 GS. After trying both cars, comparing quality, doing some research on the internet, comparing weight/HP, looks, and everything else. I decided for the Eclipse 2001 GS with Sportronic. The car not only looks sturdier but performs better (bigger engine, more liters, more HP) About racing, it has to do more ... Read More

Toyota Celica (Hatchbacks / All Years)

• Toyota Protection Package

  Written by: dq1 on Jan 15, 2001 4:46:37 PM

  I'm shopping for a 2001 Celica CT in Orlando. I have been to three dealerships and they all have a dealer add on for a Toyota Protection Package (paint protect ant, fabric protect ant and undercoating) for $619. This seems like dealer fluff since the paint is clear coat, Scotch guard cost $5 for a can and why would I want undercoating in Florida. I haven't started negotiating yet and I'm ... Read More