Used 1991 Toyota Celica Consumer Reviews
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All Trac Rarity!
chewabacha, 06/04/2010
1991 Toyota Celica All-Trac 2dr Hatchback AWD
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Toyota was way ahead of its time when they decided to produce this Rally-Car in the U.S! The options and functions offered in this thing is similar to the options offered in mid 2000's vehicles. This thing was and still is the AWD DSM's worst nightmare. Not only was it equal in performance and upgradability but it was much more solid and reliable in both the Engine and Drivetrain departments. Toyota needs to bring this bad boy back and update it with a bigger turbo and Evo+STI owners will be jumping on the TOYO bandwagon.
Old car still running strong
Nate, 11/24/2009
1991 Toyota Celica GT-S 2dr Hatchback
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I heard that Japanese cars were better than American. Wanting to see for myself, I picked up an old 1991 GT-S with 117k miles. My expectation was a car that kept on going and going with nothing but basic maintenance. 5 years later, it had met my expectations only so-so. Besides normal wear and tear, the alternator, radiator, a/c unit, rack/pinion, both cv halfshafts, cruise control, and the shocks that kept the trunk lid open went bad. Still, the car is now almost 20 years old and still looks good and runs fine. Repairing is cheaper than replacement and I expect to fix it as needed 'till the engine goes, probably another 100k or 2. All in all a solid car.
A Member of the Family at 18 years old
NoCal, 06/04/2009
1991 Toyota Celica ST 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My wife's new car in 1991. Getting ready for a repaint and some long deferred body work now. Still gets between 28 and 31 mpg. Most problems were caused by lame repair people and living on a country road where everyone else drives 4x4's and trucks. A fun car on country (paved) roads. This car has survived hurricanes, kids, moving 3000 miles, and numerous cars backing into it. About to turn 90000 miles so looking for some more years on this car.
Love the car but what's up with clutch?
kate, 08/09/2008
1991 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Convertible
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Very sporty, handles great, very fun to drive. BUT, at 109000 miles, it needs its 4th clutch! I bought at 65000 miles; it was on its 2nd clutch and needed one. My mechanic says it's slipping again! This is my 6th stick shift car, including a 1985 celica, & I don't think it's me. AC was gone before 65000 miles. Otherwise normal wear/tear stuff although not quite the tank the 85 was.
cheaper to keep her
celica91, 01/28/2013
1991 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
my celica has 170500 on the engine now and keeps on running, it's like the timex watch, she takes a licking and keeps on ticking. parts are cheap and plentiful, I can get all the parts I need to restore the car, it never let down so I am going to restore the car with performance and style.
From Mad Dog of Gahanna
Keith M Jones, 05/24/2007
1991 Toyota Celica ST 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as a baby in December 20 1991 and now with 206,000 miles on it, though it looks rough bodywise, it still runs fine. 1st repair at 130,000. Did not replace the altenator or starter until 195,000. Have had problems with the air due to slow leaks but that is okay. I will drive it til she dies and will probably shed a tear when she does. I also own a 1999 Toyota GT but planning on trading it in soon due to the lack of a new model, not keen on the body shape of the newer models.
Original Owner - 13 Years
bustermarley, 01/30/2004
1991 Toyota Celica GT-S 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car was driven 48,000 miles the first five years I owned it. Then it bacame the second car in the family. It has been the third car since 1999. The Toyota fit and finish has held up very well over the years. It has lived in a garage about half of the years that I've owned it. Mechanically, it was perfect for ten years. At ten years of age, much of the rubber had just rotted. I have replaced numerous gaskets and boots, but all engine, transmission, suspension and exhaust is original and shows no signs of needing replacent. The vehicle looks like a race car, but is really more of a boulevard cruiser than a hot rod.
Celica 1991
middlre, 08/03/2003
1991 Toyota Celica ST 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It is a good vehicle, while not as durable as the camry, as a sports car, it performs excellently. It has NEVER put me on the side of the road. With frequent oil changes and scheduled maintenance, I have found the car to be dependable. Starts with the first turn of the key. Has had 2 engines, but no other problems encountered. What can one expect at over 370,000 miles to this cars history. Has the same muffler, transmission, AC, systems. Drives well!
Great Car
Ryan M., 03/28/2005
1991 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
While it's technically a "sports car", it's not really that fast when compared to modern day cars of the same class. However, it has got to be one of the most beautiful cars I have ever seen and certainly looks speedy. Despite it's near perfect exterior design, the interior often feels cramped and the backseat is pretty much useless. Definitely a great car to own. It's wonderful handling capabilities make it a really easy car to control and is perfect for new drivers.
Excellent automobile
prassi, 02/23/2003
1991 Toyota Celica GT 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
145000 miles and still has a lot to go.Very well engineered car, other than one set of brake pads everything else in the car is the original ones put in the factory when assembled. Excellent performance, reliability and economy.
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