Toyota Celica and Celica Supra Part 1: 1971-1985 

Awesome cars. Up through the 22RE they were known for super reliability, longevity, and excellent fuel economy. They were very popular because of that. Their earlier cars had something of a quirky-to-us Japanese styling taste about them, but these scored a bullseye on equaling or bettering American car styling and feel, and were far better cars than what we built back then too. The go-fast versions were also fun to drive like a sports car, but were more comfortable with more amenities. IMHO these were where Toyota reached full maturity in car manufacturing, and I still see the occasional 2nd Gen Celica on the road even now though those are clearly at the end of their lifespan. I don't see any of the other Japanese cars of those years on the road anymore, which speaks volumes of how good these cars were. I wasn't aware of the coach-built Celica convertibles but the price explains that, as the area I live in was relatively poor economically through those years even though our climate is great for open-top cars. I do remember some of the later engines having reliability issues which hurt Toyata's image and gave Honda a 'free step up' on the market which allowed them to rise to the top beside Toyata faster. Just darn good cars these were and cheap to own and keep; too bad they don't make 'em like this anymore.

The first generation Celica holds a dear place in my heart. Memories I’ll never forget.

I had a 1980 Celica GT USGP Edition in blue. It was my first car and it was cheap (which it had to be since I wasn't born into wealth). Being 18 years old, I wrecked it after just a few months of ownership. I was devastated. I still want one.

I had a 74 Celica GT. Chocolate metallic. Stunning. Sadly, I was young, and I wrecked it.

Toyota is known for reliability for sure. A friend of mine bought a 95 Corolla new and drove it for 20 years putting 266,000 miles on it. Except for routine maintenance the only thing he replaced was the muffler and the EGR valve. That car went all over the 🇺🇸

Oh man I remember my dad's cousin have a 76 Celica GT notchback in black. Still have it today

My very first car was a black on black Toyota Celica GT lift back. Five speed and air conditioning. I absolutely love that car. That motor never gave me an ounce of trouble. I still think about that car to this day Burien I let my mom drive it one afternoon and she totaled it. I still haven't forgiven her

Grandpa was a wise man giving sage advice. Toyota and Honda. They never negotiated but their resale value was off the charts

I always thought that ‘82 Celica was quirky and undeniably JDM derived. When I was a kid, those odd headlamps reminded me of the ‘87 Ford Tempo. Great chatter, looking forward to part 2. 18:47 😂

Nice I have a 1981 celica supra it's not fast but is a smooth and solid machine

Magnificent job on the video!

I have owned a 1985 Celica GTS convertible since 2007 red with the 5 spd manual

Thumbnail looks good, great video as well!

Love the early rwd Celicas. I have a bright red '85 GTS, and it was identical to the ones in the ads shown, until I put a period correct Kaminari aero kit on it. Now it's in the process of getting a Lexus 1UZ 4 liter v8 put in it

Great video, I remember the Toyota commercials from the 80's. I have an idea for future video on Opel from the late 60' to early 70's

Jackie Chiles from Seinfeld test driving the 78 back in the day

My parents bought a '71 Carina new and it was such a lemon they never bought Toyotas again for decades and bought Fords instead. Would you believe it?