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Chris_RA60
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New(used) car advice needed

Mon, 20 May 2002 01:46

I'm transferring this post from the old forums, and I will quote the replies I got as well in case anyone else is interested.

Me

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My RA60 was killed by another car, so I am looking for a new car. I want something small and nimble, RWD, plus all the usuals (manual, no rust, a bit of go, not too hungry on the juice, reliable parts etc..) and also not covered with heaps of anti-pollution bullshit like my RA60 was.
The obvious choice seems to be one of the 70's celica's, but there aren't many around for sale, and they're normally covered in rust. What else is there to look for, if I can't find a good celica? I need a car quick for uni. Also keep in mind that I don't have much cash, I'm expecting around $4000 from my insurance payout.

Thanks for any help

justinharwoodran

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Finding a nice early model Celica is pretty much impossible these days. I wish I bought a spares car back in 1994 when I bought my TA22 and restored it. There was heaps in the Trading post back then.
I just bought a really nice daily driver for $1800. Its a 1979 Datson 280ZX (yes the famous "Z" car) its in great condition and everything on the car works perfectly. It has a fuel injected L28 six cylinder engine, 5 speed, four wheel disc brakes, air con, power steering and its all standard. It even has power windows and mirrors and heaps of other little extras which make it perfect for daily driving. The heater and air con work better than a lot of new cars Ive been in. I only had to replace the springs and shocks and get the engine serviced. Its a real ripper and theres not many on the roads, especially in Sydney. I only wish my TA22 had half the features this baby has. Keep looking for a good car. Dont buy shit and be patient and if you dont know anything about cars take along someone who does. Good luck!

Justin

The Celica is almost finished, maybe that GTR Turbo donk would fit in the big long Z engine bay?

Kangz

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Buy mine!

1976 TA23 Celica, no rust, yellow/orange in colour, good paint, very original, still have log books etc from previous owner, has 11 months rego, currently has a 13T-U in it which was rebuilt a year ago. Runs very well. Gearbox very smooth. The whole car is in very good nick, no rattles etc.

17" Advanti Racing Vallens with Falken 502 rubber, rubber is 95%

On TA23 struts: R32 GTR V spec Brembo brakes with GTR Brembo dics. Billet aluminium adapter plate. 1 set of Bendix Ultimae pads and 1 set of Tokico Race pads. Stainless steel brake lines.

1 Hilux G series Diff with Celica brackets, will bolt in to a Celica. Clutch LSD.

Suspension: 1 set of Koni Adjustables all round, short shocks for lowered springs. 1 set of lowered (1.5") King Springs. 1 Adjustable Panhard rod. 1 front swaybar with superpro bushes. 1 adjustable rear swaybar with poly bushes. Full set of Superpro Poly Bushes. KMAC adjustable strut tops. All the suspension is still in the packets and yet to be opened.

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