FS: 1998 Celica GT in VA, Many parts included! Options

[m0dd3d1]

See most recent post for more info!


1998 Celica GT, White, MT, car has about 130k miles

Modifications:
Engine (Has):
-Remanufactured motor installed (all paperwork included; roughly 30k miles when installed around 115K)
-Injen Short Ram Intake
-GReddy SPII Catback Exhaust

Engine (Needs):
-Per Mr. T: Check for an oil leak (yey 5S-FE!)

Exterior:
-Few dings and dents that are common for a 98
-Euro/JDM Headlights and High Beams (the second light in the housing has been connected to working turn signals)
-Euro/JDM Tails

Suspension:
-Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs

Interior:
-Special Edition "Celica" embroidered seats (stock tan-leather seats taken out)
-Dynamat installed from rear seats to entire trunk
-Aftermarket Kenwood stereo with external USB port on face w/ removable face
-Kenwood iPOD adapter compatible w/ stereo
-TWM short shifter
-Carbon Fiber wrapped tweeter covers (from Vincent)
-Carbon Fiber gauge bezel (from PCP)
*no carpet, when received from Carmax, carpet was rotted and moldy, haven't replaced it yet

Other:
-Aftermarket car alarm, nothing crazy, just a regular one
-All the bits and pieces which include:
extra bolts/plastics/clips
original headlights & high beams (which you'll need if you want to get an inspection done)
original tail lights
aftermarket Kenwood stereo I received with the Celica when I bought it from Carmax
3 other Celica stock stereos
an extra gauge cluster
black aftermarket gauges (from PCP)
a cooling panel from someone on 6gc (from, I believe, Stevenson)
a not-used duckbill tail (from Romas)
parts needed for S2K antenna-conversion

I may have more but I can't think of it atm. This car is in great condition and runs awesome. It's my baby and I wanted to see if anyone on here wanted to take a gander since it's got a lot of celica-enthusiast parts that are either installed or will come with it.

NOTE: NO PARTING. If I can't get this sold I'll most likely just keep it as it's my child! It's not worth it to me to sell to Mr. T so help me out!

Thanks all, for taking the time to read!

**updated pics soon!

Tristan

This post has been edited by m0dd3d1: Jan 8, 2009 - 12:38 PM

[playr158]

i'd take you my jetta

on a negotiable 4k....I might be willing to buy that in a month or two

[spolski07]

sucks your not parting out.
GL with the sale

[GriffGirl]

Dude. It's a Toyota. You already HAVE a car that can take a beating. Honestly, why give it up? You've already established a history with it, you know what to expect from it, and it's FWD which will be great for those crappy MD winters.

If you're bent on selling it though, 4k is very reasonable. It all depends on your market though - out here in the PNW, the car would probably go for 4500-5k or so, but that's because they're harder to find around here. But there, cars have lower resale in general because of the lovely salt on the roads I imagine, IDK. East coast cars just seem to have lower resale than west coast.

Depending on what year/model that Jetta is, I say you just do an even trade if you're really looking for something different. It'd be a good trade. (this coming from a Celica and Jetta family!)

[m0dd3d1]

Thanks for the input guys. Actually, I'm looking into the 'dark side!' A guy I work with has a 350Z and knows a dealer. I'm looking into an 07 with low miles that's gonna be stupid cheap and in great condition. I'm really torn though, like you said, I've got a car I'm extremely comfortable with and know 100% in and out.

I'm talking with someone right now that messaged me about my Celica, but I need to get it serviced as I just got back from the UK with it. It's got nearly no rust (besides the part where someone smacked my door with theirs) as the English are extremely efficient in checking and testing for a huge amount of things; 1 of those things includes rust as it rains like crazy over there!

MOT Info.

Like I said though, this is just a feeler. I wasn't sure if anyone would actually think I had a good deal. I mean, I was offered to trade in the Celica along with a deposit for the Z, but seriously, it's got either on or with it lots of parts that a normal car-buyer wouldn't think twice about.

[GriffGirl]

IMO you might do well then to remove the modifications that the average buyer won't care about (and that won't add to your trade in, most likely), restore it to stock and trade it for that Z. The Z is not the dark side, a Honda is the dark side!

If you part mods, I'd like first dibs at the projectors, skirts (if they come off), rear splitters and c/f gauge bezel. Am willing to trade OEM parts+ cash to replace those if you need.

Love,
Born and Bred Montgomery County Chick

[m0dd3d1]

IMO you might do well then to remove the modifications that the average buyer won't care about (and that won't add to your trade in, most likely), restore it to stock and trade it for that Z. The Z is not the dark side, a Honda is the dark side!

If you part mods, I'd like first dibs at the projectors, skirts (if they come off), rear splitters and c/f gauge bezel. Am willing to trade OEM parts+ cash to replace those if you need.

Love,
Born and Bred Montgomery County Chick

lol, oh Montgomery County...

Uh, that's cool. Honestly, I may have to leave the headlights on, I could take off the high beams but we wired on the projectors b/c the wiring/bulbs are a different setup. The tails I could get rid of too. But you're right, I'll have to see what all I can do for that. The bezel is already on the car, but I have an extra gauge face so I could essentially still get you that bezel. Skirts don't come off, they're a bit beat b/c of their age but they are/were stock. Ugh, I don't even want to talk about parting anymore! lol

I'll let you know what's up. Like I said though, I need to get some maint. done first. Luckily, my buddies' Dad is a Master Mechanic for Toyota! So hopefully he'll help out. That'd be cool.


On another note, I got 400 miles to the tank today! I filled up and didn't even realize until I went to reset that I've been getting rediculously awesome gas mileage!

[GriffGirl]

oh Montgomery County is right... more like Ugh. I haven't been back there since I was about 19 and lemme tell you, that was a longass time ago!

Just shoot me a PM if you do decide to part with some of that stuff, I don't want to keep cluttering up your thread. I will say though, 400 miles to a tank is to be expected! Maybe you should keep her! That Z must be tempting though...

[m0dd3d1]

Dude, tempting like you couldn't believe! I need more power. I was in Insanity-74's GT-4 and it was simply amazing...but since we can't get them here I need something else. I got into this long discussion the other day about whether or not a Supra would be a good idea. It was between a twin turbo Supra and an 07 Z (with the VQ35?). I just don't have the money to fix up a Supra...no matter how much I really really really want to!

[m0dd3d1]

Ok, I'm actually putting this up for sale now. I need to get a complete list together and see if I missed anything but see the first post about what all is included in the sale.

Kelley Blue Book says the price for 'Good' would be around $4870 but with the car having no carpet and no A/C, and a possible oil leak (who doesn't with a 5S-FE!?) I'm willing to work on that price a bit. I did, however, get the motor mounts replaced by Mr. T and those weren't cheap. I'm thinking $4K.

I'm actually in VA atm, but can deliver depending on how far you are. I'm in zip 20148 which is Brambleton/Ashburn.

I have a full history of my ownership since Carmax's and I can provide absolutely everything to you.

This car just passed MD state emissions!

Please only serious offers! I don't want this to go to Toyota or Nissan or w/e, I'd like it to go to an enthusiast.

Thanks,

Tristan

*EDIT* I can provide pics as well...might as well get some new(er) ones up here anyways...

This post has been edited by m0dd3d1: Dec 8, 2008 - 8:33 AM

[m0dd3d1]

I'm now getting an '06 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited. I need to sell the Celica. BUMP!

[mneal2_92788]

I have aclose friend who is looking for a car and this seems to be right up her alley. Let me talk to her and get back to I. In the mean time van u pm me some pics of the car and the extra parts. Thank u

[xredjokerx]

i want to know more about it. extremely interested but u may have ship it... pm me some pics and we'll talk. is motor completely rebuilt? oil leak where? is the ac not working or does it need to be replaced or what.. pm me... i want it

[m0dd3d1]

The A/C stopped working after the motor got installed. Don't know why or how but I never used it anyways which is probably why I never got it fixed. The parts are listed up top, but can get pics of them no problem. I'm living in VA but some stuff is still in MD so some pics will have to wait for next week time-frame so I can go get them!

Thanks for the interest guys! You're really helping me out!

Also, if you're close or want to meet up, I'm definitely not against it (even if it deters you b/c that way you're not walking into it blindly!).

Let me know.

Tristan

[mneal2_92788]

Alright. If my friend canget that money I'll meet u half way to pick it up.

[xredjokerx]

does the jdm headlights mean projectors? because its not mentioned in the first post but griffgirl mentions them and u talk about them... is it projector style without the clear lenses?

[BloodyStupidDave...]

does the jdm headlights mean projectors? because its not mentioned in the first post but griffgirl mentions them and u talk about them... is it projector style without the clear lenses?

The JDM headlights are projector lows and clear highs. The projectors have a clear bit for the projector bulb and a funky frosted bit for the parking lights. As has become compulsary, here is a gratuitous photo of manphibian's car:

[xredjokerx]

yes, but there are also jdm lights with no projectors. also, in his profile pictures, they do not look like projector headlights, which is why im inquiring. i know what projector headlights look like. so im assuming that he does not have the projector type IF his profile pictures are accurate.

[bhawk94]

No, he doesn't have projector headlights. Look at his profile. Man, don't compare his car to Manphibians'. Bump for a clean GT

[m0dd3d1]

bhawk, i do actually have projectors. like i said, i need new pics. I've got the projector heads, clear highs, and jdm tails. all of which i bought brand new when i was overseas and they were imported from belgium...will try to get pics today...a bit rainy though, and me no likes the rain!

[m0dd3d1]

Since there's about 20 pics on there, look at the folder link: Photobucket Album for Celica.

[playr158]

I can vouch. I saw them last week

[m0dd3d1]

Much appreciated Dan.

Also, off the top of my head (and still need pics for) are:
Romas duckbill tail
original heads, highs, & tails (as spares)
extra gauge cluster
reverse black gauge faces (from PCP)
S2K anenna conversion parts
1 full and 1 half extra stock stereos (1 cd & tape and 1 single tape)
1 extra aftermarket kenwood (came in the car when rcv'd from carmax)
various clips, screws, and extra plastic panels for the car
a cooling panel from someone on 6gc (from, I believe, Stevenson)


also note, the jack and spare tire are in the car.

please don't hesitate to ask for more pics, I definitely don't mind taking more for anyone. the parts listed above are in maryland at my old house and i should have them back around next-week timeframe. i'll post updates asap.

~Tristan

This post has been edited by m0dd3d1: Dec 12, 2008 - 10:29 AM

[xredjokerx]

when do u need to sell by, i might need time to get the money >__<

[m0dd3d1]

Actually I've got no timeline atm. My story is that I was going to get a Z if I got a new job. Well that didn't happen. So now I'm looking at my Dad's Jeep that he doesn't drive and my parents just went on vaca for a week and he needs to make a damn decision still...he's back and forth which is putting me in a crappy situation. So no timeline!

[m0dd3d1]

[bump][/bump]

[xredjokerx]

hold on im working on it im working on it. lol

[m0dd3d1]

Oakland! Holy crap! Would we meet halfway for this? I may have to fly back... ;p

[xredjokerx]

lol i was thinking either meet up in VA or ship it over or we could meet halfway. thats intense haha. im digging the rebuilt engine (want to turbo ) and projectors ftw. dynamat is good for subs.. and yeah.. i want a nice duckbill haha anyway i dunno when imma be able to get the money.. but i'll let you know. im also looking at bccentaur's celica.. just letting u know.

[m0dd3d1]

BUMPNESS!

Alright, so I'm definitely still trying to sell the Celica. I'm asking $3,750 obo. I can get pics of all parts now as I've got them all in VA where I currently live.

I can drive up to 15 miles to show anyone that wants to check it out also.

Serious offers please!

~Tristan

[playr158]

carpet for tails

I might take my ride by carmax....its almost worth ditching if i can pick ur car up

[m0dd3d1]

What, the Jetta? Or whatever it is...German scum! lol j/k

[m0dd3d1]

Throw it up top!

[trdproven]

IDK but I am ready to take that exhaust off your hands right now.

[m0dd3d1]

Yeah I'm sure! lol A lot of people are trying to claim things, but the simple fact is that it's not being parted. I'm selling it all together.

[mneal2_92788]

im loving your car. if i needed one, and had teh money, i would pick this up in a heartbeat. i have a friend lookin for a car but she cant afford it. g/l

[xredjokerx]

i need to find a cheap way to get it across the country. >__>

*and im still saving up funds. >_< this celica is better than any local celica darn it!

This post has been edited by xredjokerx: Jan 9, 2009 - 7:14 PM

[m0dd3d1]

FYI - I live just outside Dulles airport and have no issue picking anyone up.

[m0dd3d1]

Would really love to have someone take this off my hands...

[m0dd3d1]

Update: Just got all external belts, the Valve Cover gasket & spark plug gaskes, and spark plug wires replaced by Toyota. Next is rear pads and rear rotors machined down. Per Toyota, front pads are at 80%.

Anyone possibly interested? Still asking $3,000 (including all extras) obo.

[m0dd3d1]

Random note: I would trade/swap the Celica with a Jeep if anyone's got one worth what I'm selling the Celica for?

[m0dd3d1]

Spoke with Mr. T and about my noises (thought it was suspension) and my previous concerns were correct: driver's side front and opposite rear bearings on suspension are apparently f'ed. Mr. T claims to replace will be about $2k...aftermarket is cheaper than that if anyone's willing to put up with it. Although they did say it's fine to drive on for now. I don't have any issues with it. I don't drive as far as I need to for work anymore.

[playr158]

Dude, i sent you a Text, bearings are cheap. I don't know wtf T was telling you.
i think you can fix your bearing issue for like less than 200.

[m0dd3d1]

Dude, i sent you a Text, bearings are cheap. I don't know wtf T was telling you.
i think you can fix your bearing issue for like less than 200.

You're my hero Dan...seriously! lol

[6G94celica]

I got a Jeep Grand Cherokee... PM sent

[xredjokerx]

im interested again


just got notice that my payment for my stolen vehicle is coming through.. if you dont trade for the grand cherokee, we'll talk... i gotta get it over here too.. >__> lol

[m0dd3d1]

User AMCMoe has contacted me and we've been in talks about it. Right now he's been the most serious about buying the Celica. I'll keep the thread updated.

I was looking for a Wrangler...wasn't sure I wrote that before.

[m0dd3d1]

Celica sold! Thread can be closed. Much appreciated.