The first generation Toyota Celica was indeed Japan’s pony car from 1970 until 1977 when it was replaced by the second generation which was front wheel-driven.
This one in the video is the liftback version, a combination between American design and Japanese performance, looking almost like a shrunk fastback Mustang but being powered by a more economical 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that was sending power to the rear wheels via a 4 or 5-speed manual gearbox.
The British guy from this video bought his as a non-runner from over in Japan, cleaned all the rust, refurbished it and fitted it with a 3SGE Yamaha tuned engine from a Toyota Altezza bolted to a 6-speed gearbox.
The end result is stunning, the car looks and drives like a dream, making its owner wanting to keep it forever. Check this beauty in the video bellow.
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