Hi,
There are a few models of Celica available, which one are you
talking abt?
The most basic model is the SS1, follow by the SS2 and the top of
the chart is Sports M.
SS1 comes in auto or 5 speed manual, a stock of 145 bhp, 1800cc
non-turbo engine. Price range (as of last yr, now should drop a
little) if abt 95-100k.
SS2 comes in auto or 6 speed manual, a stock of 190 bhp, 1800cc
non-turbo engine. Again, price range as of last yr is abt
110k.
Sports M - Not too sure cos few pple buy them in S'pore, though
there are a few. Believe its 220bhp, and costs over 120k (as of
last yr).
A celica is more than powerful enough for daily use but then, as
its only 1800cc and non-turbo, it cannot outrun a Type R or any
turbo charge car when stock, except for sports M maybe. However, a
SS2 with some mob should do the trick.
However, maintenance of a celica will definitely be cheaper than
then a turbo car, and fuel consumtion is pretty okie! In fact, the
fuel consumption is even better than some 1600cc saloon car! And of
cos, another advantages is the slightly cheaper road tax as
compared to other 2000cc car, but its not really that big of a
sum.
I personally drove the SS2 a couples of time before, as my brother
own one SS2 (bought last yr April/May and cost 111k). Fixed with
Veilside bodykit which look terrific i should say. Overall, not a
bad car, and so far so good I should say. If not, you won't be
seeing so many Celicas ard on the rd.
Of cos, unless you are really that power crazy, then go for a Rex!
But then, the petrol consumption and maintenance will kills you.
Insurance should be more or less the same.
