FS: 97 Toyota Celica GT - 2nd Gen 3sgte Swapped, x_itchy_b_x's old car. read thread completely. Options

[Fate]

Car is not running! Pictures posted at bottom.

I bought this car to finish the swap then sell it and or part it out. Before its delivery, I had no visual of the car's current state, just a description from the craigslist ad and from speaking to John on the phone. Regardless, it was an incredible deal and I had to jump on it. Being a longtime member on the forums, I always was a fan of John's builds (from the 5sfte, his first 2nd gen 3sgte, to the Holset build..etc). Needless to say, I was not disappointed. Unfortunately, from the time I bought it, it was covered and never touched. On my list of priorities, it is towards the bottom. Now that spring/summer is almost here, it is just taking up space in my driveway and it needs to go (I could use the money, and the parents need their parking spot back).

It has a 2nd gen 3sgte already swapped. It needs a coil wire, a battery and some tinkering as mentioned in the original for sale thread. The harness was converted by Dr. Tweak to accept the engine, but I personally think a newly converted harness is a must unless you want to deal with headaches. I am not pointing fingers, but the wiring in its current state looks terrible. Currently the factory 2nd gen top mount intercooler is on the engine. There is no front mount intercooler, but the trunk has misc. piping.

The interior could use a serious wash down. It is mint, but dirty. I'll take care of this before its purchase.

Exterior is mint as can be expected. No major damage dents or dings. Paint still shines and body kit has held up well throughout the years. Front bumper is currently not attached to make towing easier. Hood has some pressure cracks due to the hood being closed with the factory top mount installed (happened when it was towed to prevent the hood from flying up).

This is a project car, and not for someone who hasn't done their research. Someone looking for a clean shell and a stock 3sgte to build up, then this car could be for you. I will answer any and all questions to the best of my ability, but some of the modifications and past history are unclear to me.

$3,500 O.B.O As is.


Engine
2nd Gen 3sgte mated with S54 transmission
3" Side exit exhaust (needs a connecting pipe and new tip (crushed when it was delivered on the flatbed)

Suspension

Tein Type S Lowering Springs
Front and rear strut brace.

Exterior
JDM Tails.
Blacked out engine bay.
17" American Racing Vortec rims.
Vis Invader side skirts.
Vis C-one Bumper.
Vis Z3 fenders.
Vis Rear lip.
Vis C-one Replica CF Hood

Interior
Autometer sport comp Boost gauge (might be in the trunk)
Autometer sport comp fuel pressure.
Autometer sport comp oil pressure.
Silver painted interior pieces.
VIP RS3000 security system (no remote, no proof that it works)
APEXi turbo timer


x_itchy_b_x's original profile:
http://www.6gc.net/celicas/1997-gt-hatchback-407

If the car isn't sold, it will be parted out. A separate thread will be made so please don't clutter this one with requests for parts. Thank you everyone.

-Americo

Pictures taken from winter with a real camera:












Pictures taken two days ago with iPhone: (NOTE: Car is not leaking, I spilled brake fluid when I bled the clutch master cylinder, cleaned area with water)















This post has been edited by Fate: Apr 8, 2011 - 10:35 AM

[mkernz22]

so you haven't touched it but you bought it for $1500 originally?

[dustin15brown]

so you haven't touched it but you bought it for $1500 originally?

What he paid for it isn't relevant. We have been over this before on this website. He can sell it for whatever amount he wants.

[Fate]

so you haven't touched it but you bought it for $1500 originally?

That is correct, other than bleeding the clutch I have not touched it. Just because I was fortunate enough to get a great deal due to someone's unplanned financial hardship does not mean that it is not worth my asking price. I am in no way hiding the fact that I am selling it for more than I bought it for.

so you haven't touched it but you bought it for $1500 originally?

What he paid for it isn't relevant. We have been over this before on this website. He can sell it for whatever amount he wants.

Beat me to it, thanks Dustin.

[95celgt]

OMG!!!!! i wanted this, didnt have money, got money BlEW IT, and now its back for sale!!!!

[JPATTT]

i remember this thread. so what does it need to run? a battery and coil? or is there way more?

[Fate]

Pictures posted.

[Fate]

Sale Pending.

[x_itchy_b_x]

haha yeah. I was on drugs. literally been clean for... a year? about. drugs ruin lives and make you sell your cars cheap. sucks.

[97lestyousay]

congrats John, you got a lot going for you, don't waste your life.

This car is well worth what you are asking. GLWS

This post has been edited by 97lestyousay: Mar 19, 2012 - 9:24 PM

[x_itchy_b_x]

thanks man. yeah it was a journey ill tell you what. car is def worth it.