Celica or Prelude?

[Zoom_Zoom]

Alrighty, the Voyager was laid to rest this past weekend, got rear-ended by some fag who thought his dads work truck was a race-car. So now it's time to get a new car. I was thinking of getting a late 80's Celica or Prelude to learn how to drive standard on. Which one do you guys think is better and more reliable?

[3G]

Get a Celica, Preludes are too common.

[ShOwOfF]

preludes are common, cuz they are a reliable good car, but im biased.

[C4S]

For late 80's then get a Celica ! GTS or .. if u can find a All_trac


both of them are good cars, with good engines, and both are realiable .. but somehow .. most the late 80"s prelude r in bad shape ..and rust .. I guess Toyota did better on rust protection ? :dunno:

[Forcefed]

Prelude is more reliable, its a honda, but if I had a choice id go with the toyota :thumbsup:

[A2VR6]

I would go with the Toyota if I had a chance, but GTS or All-Trac like C4S said

[sleeper]

Preludes are a much better ride more reliable and look way better. But thats just my 2 cents

[blinkme_210]

Originally posted by Forcefed
Prelude is more reliable, its a honda, but if I had a choice id go with the toyota :thumbsup:

I think when it comes to reliability, Toyota & Honda are pretty much even.

As for which car, go for a Celica. Try to get one that is maybe 1990+, this gen of Celica's styling is far better looking.

[Boostn]

The 5th gen Celica All-Trac for sure (1990-1993). It'll be hard to find one since they're rare but how can you go wrong with AWD and turbo?

[ramminghard]

you could buy my celica!

[CKY]

i think what it comes down to now is just which of the two can you find a better deal on. since everyone's opinions are a even split

[GT3]

Prelude

[dam_guy]

sorry, i know this is off topic, but i was browsing canadatrader.com and i came across this sweet old school celica

[hyperwhite]

wow :eek: that thing is sick! looks ripe for a wankel swap :thumbsup:

[CKY]

:drool: that celica looks amazing, what is the owner selling it for?? :hitit:

[blinkme_210]

Originally posted by CKY
:drool: that celica looks amazing, what is the owner selling it for?? :hitit:

Right in the picture.... $10k

[WildK9]

I had an 89 Prelude Si 4WS (4 wheel steering). It was one of the best cars I've ever owned. I handled great, went fast (with some mods) and in 5 years not one serious problem. If you can find one get one. You can parallel park soooo easily. :D

[max_boost]

When purchasing an older vehicle, I be more concerned about its history, maintenance, repairs etc. I don't think you can really go wrong with either one.

[obiwankenobi]

Although i never own one, but i heard that celicas are great value! :thumbsup:

[403Gemini]

me personally, id go celica. i just always liked the celica more than preludes, integras, or rsx's

[Lennon]

Originally posted by 403Gemini
me personally, id go celica. i just always liked the celica more than preludes, integras, or rsx's

:werd:

[Scat]

Prelude Si

[240Pinoylvr]

Toyota is moving up with their TRD setups, but if you are going to get a Celica, get a 95+ year. the ones under are extremely rare to find parts, especially the 2.2 liter engines

[Bruce Chan]

Dear: I choose Celica.
BTW, if you are learning how to drive standard, you should buy a FR car because i perfer FR car have more challenge.
do you like S13, Celica is a good choice too, it is 4WD in old version.
good luck Zoom_Zoom
Bruce

[Godfuader]

For the absolute best value, especially if this is ur 'learner' car, u have to go with the Celica. The gen 4 is built real well, parts are not that hard to find (the autowreckers still have them) and just the overall ease of the car is remarkable.

As for the looks u have to start 90+ with the 94-99 being the best years for the Celica. Chances are very very slim to find the GT4 and u dont need that as a trial car.

not to say the prelude is an inferior car...just ask every 3rd guy in the city, chances are they own or owned one. Be original. Later on u will truly appreciate the celica. I've been with an '83 '84 (x2) '90 '94 '95(x2) and they all are amazing.

ENJOY

cheers
-Fuad

[codo]

well wut i gotta say is my cousin has a 92 celica and his car looked sweet till 3 crashes ago.