r/Celica

So, I have a 2001 celica GT-S. I have been fighting the AC on this car since I bought it in September last year (2025) and I have replaced the cabin air filter, the compressor, and the relay. The system is holding pressure after it got charged when the compressor was replaced. What else could it be thats causing the ac to not work? The clutch for the compressor works, the fan turns on, and then it all just turns back off. Ive heard it's a safety thing to keep it from tearing itself apart. But I still haven't found the actual problem causing it all. PLEASE HELP, ANY TIPS/ADVICE IS WELCOME!!! (Picture to grab attention)

I bought my favourite celica today. Its not the flashiest and is in auto but at only 220k on the dash and 5.3k aud I'm super happy.

Anything I should do in terms of preventative maintainence?

What should be the first upgrades? Theres a couple dents so I'm thinking I want to buy the vader bodykit. Also redoing interior as its a bit scruffy.

From what i read it seems to have less power and just overall wasnt as good. Maybe im wrong but you guys might know more. First pic is me nd my pops truck

So I've just recently gotten my Gen 7 that has been sitting for years running again, drove it just enough to turn it around in my driveway, but then I noticed this. I can't seem to find this part online anywhere, I think it's the REAR LOWER lateral control arm, it's easy to find the front ones but not this particular part. Would greatly appreciate any advice anyone has, like is there a way to rig it or would that just be asking to end up dead in a ditch? Lol

Thought I'd post this up if anyone is interested. Have finished the bodywork and hit it with a coat of primer surfacer. Have deleted the bump strip on the side due to its poor condition and hiding rust, also deleted the spoiler to make it a bit more slick looking. Re-spraying with the original Toyota Super Red II when I come back from work in a couple of weeks.

Pretty happy how it's turning out considering how beaten and sun damaged it was.

Took the plane to get it in mainland spain, drove 700km with it to the port and I am currently writing this on the boat trip home.

I kept getting thumbs up and smiles from people on the road.

It's in almost perfect condition, just a few paint defects here and there, and front suspensions to fix.

Got the original wheels in the trunk.

230,000km

Hi, i just became the 3rd owner of this 1998 1.8 st and i need some advice for few things. I noticed that the real right light has some water in it and its not draining or evaporating even with the reacent heat we had i im planing to take it apart to clean and avoid this in future.

Are the trunk covers held by clips or just few screws? I want to make sure i wont damage it. I also will be changing the water pump, flushing out the old fluid and changing the timing belt and if there are any tips i would be thankful for them. About the car it has 175k km it was very well maintained and only has two rust spots i can fix my self. It has ac wich i found is rare on the celicas in my region and it works. Over all i paid for it 4100$ i have huge plans for it but not in huge boost way as i know the 7A-FE isn't made for them. Glad to see what other think of it.

Was just curious and couldnt find any examples. Looks kinda funny but idk a part of me kinda likes it. Anyways heres the ai slop I got chatgpt to make for me, thought it would be funny to share with everyone else. Ive heard some people argue that the hood scoop is functional because it HAS to cool down the exhuast. Ive read others say it doesnt and it just looks "ricey" even tho its stock. What do y'all think?

Saw this steal on facebook marketplace and had to jump on it. $4500 nzd

Toyota celica 1992

Should I buy this? I talked him down to $5200 aud, Its an australian 5sfe auto. I know not the most fun engine setup but I quite like the idea of the reliability of the 5sfe. I'm buying the car more for the body and plan to do an interior refit and perhaps buy the vader bodykit. I know I'm overpaying a bit but where I live these cars are a bit more difficult to come by. Its got 220,000 on the dash and the owner is a bit ambigous about its history.

What do we think, good purchase?

Hello! I’m looking to get a new rear spoiler for my ‘91 hatchback. I want one that’s durable and weatherproof. I currently have a GT style spoiler on, but it needs to be replaced. Any suggestions? I was looking at this NRG or gooseneck one, but I haven’t decided yet. Thanks in advance!

Hey Guys.

Just wanting to if the circled bumber is compatible with the 1991 Celica in the image attached. Cheers!

Ive found a radio that says it fits. I just want to check if anyone can confirm that it does.