those plush teddy bear seats bring it down IMO

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Hey there -Those are pure wool seat covers I put in to protect the seats. The drivers side was starting to show some signs of wear.
While they might not appeal to some peoples tastes, believe me they are very comfortable and make getting in/out a lot easier.

eventually I plan to redo the interior in leather

ps. the car did come with the orignal rear parcel tray, I've just taken it out and put it in storage (along with the original mags). It really isn't useful to me -I think the back storage space is more practical without it installed, and with the back seats down you get a lot of usable space!

This post has been edited by Quidam: Nov 29, 2009 - 4:14 PM

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Yeah I was going to say the same thing. Pure wool huh? If my memory serves me correctly, wool is the itchiest substance known to man correct? (lol)

It is unique though, definitely. It has some style to it that, although it took some getting used to, definitely adds something personal.

Don't suppose you've taken the pleasure of reaching 6000+ rpm already?

Or dropping anchors at over 80kph and halting on the spot.

That type of engine power and stopping power is only in a GT4, no other Celica has it.

But notice how it can also be just as dosile as any regular car when you're not wearing heavy boots?

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lol well there is a new on-ramp onto the motorway that is absolutely ideal for planting boot. Not sure if I've hit 6000+ rpm, I've been too to busy keeping my eyes on the road and thinking "holy crap" I'm still getting to know this car -but it is the ideal place to go hard

And you are 100% spot on. GT4 = Dr Jeckal and Mr Hide, that's what I like so much about it, you get to choose, and it fits right in.

I liked this thread right up until the GT-4 superiority talk. I'm so jealous.

Wish you many happy miles with her man.

Take that filter box off your ride and put a cold air intake in, and you'll have the perfect car!

Seriously though, if you ever find yourself hating your GT-Four for no apparent reason, just.. ya know.. ship it on over here.

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OK, duly noted and added to my "to do" list

In the very unlikely event I ever decide to sell this car, I'll give you first option! That is, assuming you don't mind a right-hand drive -would you even be allowed to have it in the U.S.?!?

Sheesh -now I feel bad. If it's any consolation, I think your ride looks pretty sweet..

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I'm in the Christchurch region, you're right though, not many other st205s down here eh.


Nice GT-Four Quidam, looks good. I think I remember seeing this GT-Four on trademe and thinking it looked like a good buy, glad you found your way to this site. So you had a bit of a mission finding wheels to fit aswell? Me too lol.

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Hi there!

Funny thing is the trademe add (Mike Baker Motors) was pretty lame, and I almost didn't bother going to look at it. I was seriously considering the one that was down in ChCh (white) which looked mint and had a great add, but thought since this one was already at my back door it can't hurt to at least have a look at it. I got a real surprise at the condition it was in -much better than I was expecting. I got a bit of info on its history, purchased the carjam report + they had a full list of receipts of work done on it by the 2 previous NZ owners, which included a full clutch rebuild with cambelt and waterpump done, in just the last couple of months. At that point it became a serious contender. So I arranged to come back with my trade-in and to take it for a test-drive. The moment I took it on the motorway and gave it some juice I think was the moment I decided I was going to buy this car lol.

When I got back fromt the TD there was someone else already waiting who wanted to test drive it after me. At that moment I knew I had to make a decision, buy or don't buy. So I gave them a deposit (meaning they sent the other guy away packing lol) and I agreed to the purchase subject to the results of the pre-purchase inspection (VTNZ). Well the check came out perfect across the board -engine compression mattered most to me. A quick visit to my bank manager to bump up my personal loan (I work for the bank in I.T. which helps lol) and hey presto, proud new owner of a very original GT4

I factored in a new set of mags into my financing of the car, and yes, Mag and Turbo warehouse changed their tune after looking at the size of the brake callipers. All of a sudden I had a choice of just 3 rims. I almost went with much simpler 5 spoke 17inch wheels, but they offered me a great discount on the 18inch Konigs and I decided I liked the look of lower-profile tires and a slightly firmer ride that 18inch wheels were likely to give me

One thing is for sure, I know where all my money is going to go over the next couple of years or so

This post has been edited by Quidam: Nov 30, 2009 - 4:41 PM

Did that pre-purchase check cover turbocharger shaft play? If so I'm going to bang my head against the wall, I should have known I was getting a lemon.

My turbo crapped out a week after I got it, There wasn't enough oil getting to the turbo because there was too much crap build up, even though when I bought the car the oil was golden. Later down the track I met a mechanic who had worked on this car before, Said it had been neglected for 40,000kms and had been properly serviced only within the last 10,000kms of me buying it

Ahh now this is interesting and a good cautionary tale. So to answer your question the pre-purchase check definately did not cover the turbo-charger condition (other than the fact that it was working). I should mention I also purchased a 2 year autosure warranty, which seems quite comprehensive, and definately covers the turbo.

You remind me that I need to get in touch with the mechanic who has worked on this car previously -who just happens to be down the road from where I live.

I would definately like to get his opinion on the car in general, and its service history (from his perspective) and perhaps any issues that he may be aware are still outstanding. Going to call him now!

I can say I've been through every receipt (ordered them by date) and the car does appear to have been well serviced with a lot of money spent on it whenever it needed it. In fact I almost felt guilty paying what I did for it given how much money its sucked up over the years -but I guess now its my turn

How can you feel guilty for owning such a magnificent car?

*correction TWO magnificent cars lol?