I would like to introduce you.., to Project Budget build. Options

[MaskedMan]

Well I've taken on quite a few projects, but I thought I would post some pictures and a few details of what I've been putting time into lately. About a year ago, I had purchased a 96 Celica hatchback, and it has basically been sitting around collecting dust for awhile. I'm basically building it on the smallest budget possible to see how cheap I can build a decent looking Celica for. Since I have my Convertible as my main car, I am in no rush to build the hatchback, which allows me to sit and wait for the best deals to come along. So far, the damage on my wallet has been less than $1,000 to get it where it is today, and that INCLUDES the price of the car. Here are a few preview pics .













My two other projects hiding in the background.

[MaskedMan]

Thanks guys! Well plans are pretty much going with the flow of things with this one. There's really not much else left to do to it other than a paint job and some testing of different side skirts and rear extensions to see what flows better with the front bumper. In my opinion the front bumper is really aggressive and needs other parts to match it. I'm thinking 404 sides, TRD rear extentions and maybe a TRD spoiler and Varis roof spoiler combination? But only if I find them for a real good price, this is still a budget build .

Since engine mods other than intake and exhaust can be expensive, I'm trying not to build the motor much. I would be happy with just making the engine bay look clean by wire tucking and polishing of metals. Things that don't cost money .

Mainly, I wanted to give this car a 2nd chance at life. If anything, I would like it to be an inspiration to those who don't have much money to spend on their cars. I'm not trying to tell people how to spend their money, but just trying to give an example of what's possible even if you're a HS/College student, don't make a lot of money, or maybe you have a gf. I hear a lot of people who want a nice looking car, but feel they can never afford one. My goal is to bring this car from crashed condition to decent condition for under $2,000. Maybe then I can give some people hope.