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Used 2001 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Celicas Are So Fun To Drive

Tiffywiffy0503, 12/30/2008
Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

I have nothing but great things to say about Celicas. I love mine and haven't had any problems with it! So many people tell me how nice my car is. It is the best looking sporty car that gets such good gas mileage! It's got a lot of horse power for a 4 cylinder. I plan to keep my Celica for years to come!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Reliable, Light-Weight, Easily Tuned

ChrisDG, 03/19/2008
Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Extremely reliable. In 7 years, I've changed the battery once, and at 141,000 kms, the front brakes finally needed service. Back brakes they tell me have half the original material. I wanted a firmer suspension and a bit more hp, so I gave it a light tuning: AEM cold air intake, TRD cat-back system, shocks, lowering springs, and sway bars. The car ride extremely firm, but: a) never bottoms-out; b) it's much safer with a terrific grip (Toyota claims 0.90 with my set up) and lane change capability (+5 mi/h). I've no use for a back seat except to reduce insurance costs and carry my laptop. At 6'1", I can lie flat in the front. I've also carried a 78" x 30" sheet of acrylic in the back.

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5 out of 5 stars

love this car

Pam, 03/22/2009
Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I first tried this car brand-new. Hated the headlights back then, so I bought a Honda Civic. Big mistake. Bought this car used a few years ago. I love it. Drives well, perfect for me. Looks awesome. No problems whatsoever with it. I even bought extra warranty, now I know that was a waste of money. Just take care of it, change the oil, change the tires, and it will take care of you. I am soooo sad I will have to sell it, but I just had a baby and getting a car seat in/out is a bear.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

2002 Toyota Celica Malfunctions!

kb85, 02/16/2011
Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 17 people found this review helpful

My toyota celica has many probs that seem to be common with celicas of different yrs. My belt needs replacing, my lights always burn out simultaneously (no way they could die at exact same time!), just got into an accident last night and my seatbelt never locked and my airbags never deployed! Now I am suffering from injury from bouncing off my steering wheel that could've and should've been prevented. Wanted ppl to know in case they are considering purchasing a celica or if anyone knows of legal action I should persue. Thank You.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

best car for such a great price!

Skippers, 05/01/2002
Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've driven so many cars in my day, but the Celica I must say is the best car in its class. It comes with a great stereo system, has good acceleration, a reliable engine, and terrific handling. I would never recommend any other car.

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