Vehicle Description
Time to get your hands on a limited edition droptop before the
market for Japanese classics gets any hotter. This 1985 Toyota
Celica GTS convertible is a well-presented example that will
provide you with plenty of driving smiles and a ton of growing
admiration.
The design of the third-generation Celica has matured into a
terrific overall presentation. And you understand that
exceptionally well thanks to the good care shown on this example.
After all, the angular front end wouldn't be so attractive if the
headlight doors didn't still fit flush. The dip in the trunk line
needs to be crisp to really get noticed. Plus, the flared wheel
arches and large factory GTS wheels gave Toyota a sporty presence
in the '80s. The red paint is bold and has a nice shine that looks
good on sunny days - exactly what you want on a sunshine-friendly
convertible. It's unknown if the odometer reflects the full actual
mileage, but the presentation on this one has the look of a car
that has been driven with care and respect. And it is an all-around
attractive cruiser. Because even on the gray days, the black
folding roof is a great coordinate with the chin spoiler, trim,
front end, and rear bumper to almost give this one a two-tone
effect. The roof is what makes this rare. The convertible was
specially completed by American Sunroof Corporation (ASC) for
Toyota, and they only offered it in the final two years of this
generation. It was an expensive option, and so it's estimated that
less than 4,500 were produced in total.
Toyota gave this Celica GTS a unique-looking bucket seat interior,
and so we are glad to see it so well preserved in this example.
More than just distinctive, this is a comfortable cloth setup that
comes loaded. Cruise control, power locks, a tilt steering column,
power steering, and upgraded AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth gives this
correct interior a luxury feeling. There are even provisions for
factory air conditioning (it will need servicing to blow cold
again.) And you'll even appreciate the details, like the working
courtesy lights and a hard boot cover for the top. Plus, you have
power windows and a power convertible top. That means you can go
from enclosed comfort to a wind-in-your-hair experience without
leaving your driver's seat.
The engine bay has the clean look of a hardy and maintained Toyota
powerhouse. The 2.4-liter motor is from the family of
four-cylinders that have earned a nearly bulletproof reputation in
robust vehicles like the pickups. But this fuel-injected powerhouse
in this sports car is made for smooth and swift driving. Toyota
fans know this model as the last of the rear-wheel-drive Celicas,
and this was its final year. They love the nimble steering,
four-wheel power disc brakes, and the GTS's fully-independent
suspension. Plus, the five-speed manual transmission keeps you
firmly in control of all the action.
As you can see, this is a complete and well-presented rare classic
that's loaded with all the best features. It even comes with a
display board listing its virtues. And if you act fast, it can all
be yours. Call now!
