2000 Toyota Celica GT-S Buyers Guide

[@captainjosue]

I have a 2001 GT with over 242,000 miles and it runs perfectly. Why? I don't drive it like a race car. I drive it like a senior citizen would drive it LOL

[@joaquinacardoso1801]

I got a 2003 with 232 runs like new and still has its power

[@hippopotamus86]

My 2000 190 never had lift bolts replaced. It's at 170k miles with no engine issues.

[@jamesrossharry2230]

Same here. I have a 2000 GT-S with 280k miles. No issues with the motor. 3rd gear synchro is starting to chirp when I downshift, but it's been like that for 2 years now. It still eats Mustangs for breakfast and snacks on Hondas.

[@faolangt7136]

James Ross Harry my 2000 celica gt also sometimes grinds going into 3rd

[@Makoto03]

Great video. I just got a 2000 model Toyota Celica GT from my uncle. I'm enjoying it alot so far.

[@micahhill4786]

Do t forget about the oil pan issue where oil not being baffled oil not going to bearings when you are cornering

[@Charlymorfin]

Glad I have a 03 GT, because that issue does not exist on the 1zz-fe engine

[@clairekennedy8767]

These cars are iconic, my mom used to have one she didn’t do any mods or anything but she bought a 2004 in late 2004 GT-S it was stick and I wish they never got rid of it, I wonder where she is now. I’ll always have a love for these cars I grew up in the backseat pretty much!

[@crgarage8507]

glad to hear this! these cars are super awesome. hopefully you get one in the future!

[@clairekennedy8767]

C&R Garage I won't sadly it would be too much work. I'll stick with my R8, it's been good to me :)

[@misamisatv]

Vids of you driving the R8 or it DOESN'T EXIST!!

[@goodfella573]

Should I buy one Claire!?

[@someidot3699]

thank you so much!. I just bought one. and according to this video... its pristine :D. no lifter issue, syncros, e brake, all the vins match. and shes at 166k miles.

[@nemos9856]

Love the voice crack in the first 30 seconds

[@alexvieira7945]

2003 onwards..no need to replace lift bolts :)

[@tv4184]

the parking brake sounds exactly like the one in my FJ/4runner. adjustment is a pain in the A

[@alondracelis4541]

a 2000 toyota celica GT (manual) or a 2000 toyata celica GTS (automatic) which one is better ?

[@johndrake2729]

This would have been the proper body style for the last generation MR2.

[@stevejette2329]

Great info !! Camera work pretty shaky. I have had 3. Now it's a 2001 Gt with 185,000. Runs perfect. Got a new clutch, leaky seals on passenger side. I subscribed.

[@FleeForce]

iirc, post 2003 Celicas don't need bolts replaced, or at the very least they're not as much of an issue.

[@torres-2815]

Do you need a eco tune to run those high performance coils??

[@shannonbilodeau8647]

My car has a ticking noise when you open the door so is that normal for 2000 GT Celica it sounds like the blinker is on when it's not

[@kehdoh7649]

A friend of mine is willing to sell me his gts for $1,500 but has over 200k miles The emergency break doesn’t work and he has a brand new clutch that will come with buying the car. Should I go for it?

[@Guillermoxpr]

$1,000 it’s a deal

[@kehdoh7649]

GmoYt21 thanks but unfortunately my dad was not convince so I couldn’t buy it 😭.

[@jeremybley9903]

So you’re saying if I want to modify the engine I should supercharge it first?

[@jarretrausch]

0:30 I like your big candy cane

[@blainerohlfs]

Jarret Rausch thanks 👌🏼

[@jarretrausch]

Blaine Rohlfs 0:27 I like your voice crack

[@TheBakugan585]

Found good example for cheap idk if its a scam though

[@jonnda]

If it's anything like my 1999 Integra, the advantages of buying an automatic car is that it avoided a decade of inexpericed teenage ricers. I still have my OEM air box, for example, which is better made and with a larger filter than any cheap aftermarket option I have seen. Yes, the downside is its still an automatic with softer acceleration.

[@isabellamaya5464]

We've had a 2000 Toyota Celica GT in our backyard for many many years, it's a manual, and I'm wanting to fix it up, everything is there just needs the front, rear bumper and side skerts and paint

[@isabellamaya5464]

Update the car is still sitting in the backyard lmao I'm finally old enough for my first car so it'll be a project for me

[@blenbugi8490]

Get it done bro!!

[@tomasbilek8264]

Hello, what you think about limited whittman edition? Worth to buy? But it have just 1zz engine. Price is higher then normal 1zz.

[@davoinshowerhandle3302]

i have a 2000 GTS model. but im unsure if synchros are starting to wear out. It has 130k miles on it. I did notice theres a grind on the 3rd gear whenever I shift without matching right rpms.

[@crgarage8507]

yeah those are your synchros... you could rebuild the transmission, but that is a very tough project

[@dannyc8617]

Don't know if you have an aftermarket clutch, but maybe you can try using a clutch push rod extender from a company called speed source. They cost less than $30, and are pretty easy to install, just replaces the stock one between the slave cylinder and the fork. For whatever reason aftermarket clutches do not always fully disengage, causing a grind between the lower gears especially at high rpm. I installed one on my Vibe GT and it eliminated the problem. It could be bad synchros, but it is worth a try. There is a video on youtube of this being done on a Corolla XRS to give you some idea of what you are looking at, I think the guys channel is called "all from a phone", hope this helps.

[@saint_zero]

C&R Garage Would you recommend the Celica as a good first car? What's the intro song? Thx

[@crgarage8507]

I would recommend the celica GT-S as a first car simply due to the amazing reliability of the 2zz and the super fun factor of lift, make sure you get a 00-02 since those have the higher rev limit. do not get the GT since it was know for oil burning problems after 100k miles. 03 GTs did fix the issues but they can be hard to come by at a decent price.

[@saint_zero]

C&R Garage Awesome! Thanks! Been deciding hard on a first car. Saw a Bugeye for around 5k which wasn't a bad deal but the exterior look like it hasn't been kept in good condition and I can only imagine it's interior and engine, civics are good but I want something with a more aggressive look, something more appealing. There was also an eclipse gts but I'm not sure on the reliability of those. Thanks for the info man! This car been growing on my mind for a few.

[@keyboarddancers7751]

Fabulous handling but relatively safe and surpsiringly practical little cars. DIY mechanic's dream. (Ask a young person to help with the camera work).

[@mateuszstachera6092]

Celica has good design

[@shazamcawdwell3426]

I found one 2000 gts 6 speed 118k miles should i take a look

[@AphexHaw3k]

i have beard bad things about the engines is this a car i can buy used without worry

[@nigelmoscrop9987]

with an aluminium block and head , won't it warp ?

[@jonasmartinsson2957]

Planning on buying one that i found pretty cheap, thanks for the tips that i can look at when cheking it out :)

[@Brainjoy01]

what do you consider cheap for one?

[@NorthernInduction]

@@Brainjoy01 2k

[@RJKDFilms]

I’ve got a 2000 Toyota celica GTS with automatic. The thing is fun AF! Although I do have the M-mode so I can kinda use the vehicle manually. Just no clutch.

[@claytonmoore8472]

RJKD did the semi transmission come stock or did you have to get it put in?

[@claytonmoore8472]

It can come stock

[@buckswild5331]

what kind of maintenance have you done? my bud offered to sell me his not sure to take it or not. Cool car but don't want a money pit on my hands

[@themaskedeconomist8404]

Anybody have tips for rims on mine ? I have a tsunami edition . Twilight and headlights and exhaust and intake are modded but my rims are stock

[@ZambonieDude]

CarFax's are almost useless.. Like your car was obviously in an accident prior which required a replacement and paint job, but was not reported. I've bought two or three and vehicles went like 30-60,000mi without having anything reported & I doubt any work was DIY. The one was titled to two different individuals(three owners) in a short period of time & there's nothing reported besides vehicle purchased, sold & not even an odometer report was done for either. Not blaming CarFax but you're also taking risk buying one for a vehicle when CarFax wants nearly $40 for just one by itself. Not saying don't get a CarFax for everything just be sure that's the vehicle you want before you possibly waste money on a CarFax that could be void of valuable information.

[@angelospapanag2940]

is GT and T-sport the same car?

[@armandbiro2954]

No, the GT is the 140hp version with the VVTi (1zz-fe) engine. The TSport (GT-S in the US) is the 190hp one with the VVTLi (2zz-ge) engine.

[@qnzboy223]

The GTS came with rear disc brakes ? Or they still came with drum brakes for the rear (not referring to the parking brake)

[@zhoutorres2677]

kelvin lopez with rear disk brakes. Drum brakes only came with the GT

[@Ebolter1]

never knew the VIN part thing , thanks!

[@rodolfohernandez3223]

wat is the diference celica GT to Celica GTS

[@arcanevoid9199]

main difference is the engine, 1zzfe (140hp) for the gt and a 2zzge (180-190hp) for the gt-s. and other interior stuff like leather steering wheel, and sport pedals etc

[@landonwinters4344]

What kind of rims are those?

[@ΒασιληςΒασιλης-ζ1ι]

I gona take celica 2002 143 ps full extra...yes or no?

[@alighajari3727]

great . thanks for good information.

[@phoenix_fox7773]

Wait what are all the types of 7th gen celicas because thinking of getting one and i can only find celica ZR's ?? 🤔

[@crgarage8507]

There are only 2 types here in the US as far as I know. The GT with the 1zzfe and GTS with a 6 speed and 2zzge. Find the 2zz 😂😂 its worth it my guy

[@phoenix_fox7773]

@@crgarage8507 ok thanks 😂 here in australia we have the ZR and SR

[@claytonmoore8472]

What about one with a triptonic trans?

[@jameshound4242]

Cool video. I just bought a 01gt stick with 134,000 miles. It's nice. White like yours but I got the big wing, skirt kit and low profile rims. 1zz

[@jarretrausch]

Hey bud, u got some rust on the wheel arch

[@crgarage8507]

Jarret Rausch thanks

[@tazchoudhury677]

This cameraman got me dizzy for second Lmaoo

[@TheOliveboy93]

Nice very thorough

[@2_spoke391]

Very insightful. Thank you for this video.

[@jollyjeff9802]

What is the best year celica gts?

[@crgarage8507]

2000-2001, has higher rev limit and lower lift engagement. (6000rpm)

[@jollyjeff9802]

C&R Garage I read that the transmission has different shift gates in newer models due to mis shifts? What's your thought on that?

[@crgarage8507]

I have never heard of that before, all I know is the c60 is the transmission on all gt-s versions. I dont know about the c54 that comes in the gt celica

[@jollyjeff9802]

C&R Garage thank you for your feedback

[@jarretrausch]

Who’s the camera man?

[@crgarage8507]

Jarret Rausch daddy g ;)

[@violenttfashion]

what’s wrong with automatic on the celica?

[@joshspeed8404]

its an sporty coupe. If you want a sporting coupe, you want an hand shifted one.

[@Charlymorfin]

There is nothing wrong, I have an automatic GT and it is fun to drive, trust me, you are not going to drive like a stupid at 100mph in the city xdddd

[@auguriosdelinframundo]

It's a good car?

[@crgarage8507]

yes

[@jarretrausch]

Hey bud, u got a scratch on the front bumper

[@crgarage8507]

Jarret Rausch we know

[@darius9645]

Love this car but fucking brexit , in this moment i don't know what to do.

[@ZambonieDude]

Suge Oooo How is Brexit keeping you from getting the car? I'm not from the UK btw...

[@hectorguevara572]

Aye what's the best mileage to get one of these at ? And what year do you recommend?

[@iDayVids]

Hector G. You can get one with even over 150k, only having to deal with your typical maintenance

[@static_Tricolor_camry]

I may never own a Celica because personally I think they're too old and require too much repairs leading to unreliability they were good cars back in the early 2000's but now that they've aged they aren't big the the car culture anymore I'd much rather get a TC2 more reliability and tons of Aftermarket supports

[@pijomaster4862]

You're not a mechanic so you don't know about it.

[@static_Tricolor_camry]

Pijo Master Theese cars require repairs every so often they are known to have common issues

[@HERIT4GE]

Gravecb7 Accord Well I have one and NEVER had problems with it for the year I’ve had the car

[@jarretrausch]

Hey bud, u got a scratch on the back bumper

[@crgarage8507]

Jarret Rausch working on it

[@MaikelAt]

What if a person just want the car for the look of it? I think you have an strong bias towards GTS models.

[@arcanevoid9199]

the gts is a much better car, why would you buy a gt? especially now when their 20 years old

[@MaikelAt]

@@arcanevoid9199 because, like in my case, there is one ONE GTS in the whole county and it's not for sale. That's just one example 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@arcanevoid9199]

@@MaikelAt probably best to look at a different car then, there are plenty of good options :)

[@Lymph8]

how’s the mpg?

[@faolangt7136]

Gabe Santiago 25/31

[@justsumguy2u]

Teenager + GTS = blown engine or wrecked Celica

[@JesusJuarez-ko7me]

Lol I blew my engine when I was 15, but to be fair when I bought it it had knock already so I just drove it till it blew

[@cyriloneill3291]

😊

[@unlimitedbattery]

If you learn to drive a semi, guess what? They are almost all manual, with at least 10 gears, and NONE OF THEM ARE SYNCHRONIZED hahahaha... so go do that for a year and then just float your celica.

[@travyhart4932]

👍

[@trial.runner9861]

Nice hard top!

[@storyman34]

I would say 2000 and newer Celica GTS, I own a 1991 Gen 5 Celica GTS owned from brand new with no problems and it is almost 30 years old. Only really pushed it when I was younger and the car was new. Doesn't win a lot of races, but fun as shit to drive anyways.

[@miguelsalami]

These cars don't hold a candle to my 1983 Supra but since it's gone & the Supras worth more now then it was brand new & the Celicas are still cheap & plentiful I thought I would buy one of these cars. Not necessarily a GTS but a one owner well maintained Celica. Why the he'll did Toyota stop making these cars & why did they have Yamaha Engines in them? Toyota should have made the Celica RWD with a 2.7L in the GT & 4.3L V6 engine for the GTS would have been a much better choice of engines both with almost identical horsepower yet much more robust compared to the Yamaha.

[@applepoop10]

Hard to find these cars in decent shape. A lot of them have had the snot beaten out of them.

[@RobloxVsMinecraft1]

Ian Above found mine at 41,000k miles, stock 5 months ago