The Price Of Happiness: Did My Toyota Celica GT-Four Cost More To Fix Than A Ferrari!?

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In today's video, I talk about my 1996 Toyota Celica GT-Four, and the costs of bringing this car to the condition I wanted. It has been a long road, but now the end is in sight - so time to tally up the bills!
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Chapter Listing
0:00 Introduction
2:48 Why I Wanted A GT Four
5:03 First Problems
10:27 The Work Begins
11:53 In and Out Of Love Again
13:14 The Big Job
18:43 Parting Gift
20:47 The Numbers
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  • @JayEmmOnCars
    @JayEmmOnCars Жыл бұрын

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  • @LaurentiusTriarius

    @LaurentiusTriarius

    Жыл бұрын

    At that price it's definitely not a flip. It's a keeper.

  • @jimj2683

    @jimj2683

    Жыл бұрын

    What would be your top 3 ideal daily drivers if money was no object?

  • @_TrueDesire_

    @_TrueDesire_

    Жыл бұрын

    i´m glad you saved the GT4! 😊

  • @gringostarr69

    @gringostarr69

    Жыл бұрын

    You would have saved tons if you had done those things by your self.. Btw it's an St-205, not just gt four

  • @JayEmmOnCars

    @JayEmmOnCars

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gringostarr69 no, no I would not

  • @mmrahman82
    @mmrahman82 Жыл бұрын

    Not many people would've been willing to pay that amount for the repairs and upgrades and would've just got rid. Even if they did have means to do it. I'm glad that you did and that this channel helped you to do that. That car was definitely worth repairing.

  • @ThunderChunky101

    @ThunderChunky101

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely agree!! We need more people like Jay.

  • @twrcrew8852

    @twrcrew8852

    Ай бұрын

    because they have zero ability for abstract thought. Considering the cost of any new car available today that is; 2x heavier - 2x more complicated and unfixable - 2x less feel - 2x less visibility - and 2 or often 3x MORE expensive than what he paid to do all of that - it makes far more sense to MAKE an old car new and end up with a "brand new" old car that is actually fun and simple than to fork out for a crappy modern couch on wheels that is more complex than the lunar space station and is completely throwaway. Even in the case of a brand new GR corolla or yaris, it is larping around as a celica GT four while being half the car. proof of this is in the modification scene where they are reaching limits sooner trying to do more with less (especially at the regulatory level). It hides behind modern rigidity as an excuse. But you pay the new hot hatch premium and dealer markup for it. and 20 years later, it will be far harder to keep all those computers running. If you just spend a GR yaris or GR corolla's amount of money into an older car, you will essentially get to drive a "brand new" old car that they simply cannot make anymore. and you will have more than one up on the competition in the realm of experiences and simplicity.

  • @tophatvideosinc.5858
    @tophatvideosinc.58583 ай бұрын

    Even looking at 20 grand, this is my one and only dream car. Ive been saving for a couple years on a down payment but shit always comes up. Someday though... I just hope it doesn't keep inflating faster than i can save.

  • @EvilElmo81395
    @EvilElmo81395 Жыл бұрын

    This video is exactly what I needed. I'm currently going through the same situation with my 1990 R32 GT-R. I love it so much but it always needs work, and it just seems so far until it can be where I want it to be. Seeing you go through the same emotions and stresses yet still loving the car in the end truly helped me to not be so discouraged with my cars journey. Thank you for posting this one, it means more than you know. I think I'll keep mine now :)

  • @MindDezign

    @MindDezign

    Жыл бұрын

    Well you have no choice. The prices have gone so high on your car. You can buy a small island ! No money in the bank has earned so much interest then the fixing value of the car you own. Learn how to do things yourself. Watch you tube and join every Facebook forum. Loads of information. Then private message the top forum guys that know what they are talking about for even better advice. You got this....or sell it and go sulk on a small Island ,as you fish for your dinner !

  • @atascatorDAOC

    @atascatorDAOC

    Жыл бұрын

    Welcome to 90s and early 2000s japanese sports cars mate. My Evo 7 has lots of stuff to fix and it has been well maintained and after I fix all of that I start thinking and more and more things are coming up. You never finish fixing them but the way they drive, the sensations and feelings.... No other modern performance car will give you that. Not below six figures anyway. Try to learn to enjoy it while you maintain and fix it.

  • @Ballsack44

    @Ballsack44

    8 ай бұрын

    Still have it?

  • @jonesy66691
    @jonesy66691 Жыл бұрын

    Keeping a piece of motorsport history alive has got to be worth something.

  • @C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13
    @C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13 Жыл бұрын

    Half expected James to segue into an ad for Established Titles... Every KZreadr is pushing that scam at the moment.

  • @chrissimmons9969

    @chrissimmons9969

    Жыл бұрын

    In some ways reminds me of the ole “Name a Star” scam that was popular a few years back…

  • @dsmithwc04

    @dsmithwc04

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s Lord James to you!

  • @peugeoting

    @peugeoting

    Жыл бұрын

    @The Lone Ninja 82 Yep it’s not what it claims to be, it’s more of a gag gift than they let on

  • @haywagonbmwe46touring54

    @haywagonbmwe46touring54

    Жыл бұрын

    @@peugeoting Na.. Not so much. The original "exposed" video was really.. really.. poorly researched clickbait. Given how many youtubers have jumped on this "omg scam" train without doing any investigation... they will have lost a lot of income and thus donations. The original guy is gona get sued into oblivion. Fact Fiend has done a video on it debunking every one of his "exposed" points. They actually do real research. It's a novelty gift, always has been, some cash goes to reforestation. Thats what they said they were selling, and what they sold.

  • @torgejh9189

    @torgejh9189

    Жыл бұрын

    @The Lone Ninja 82 I'd call it a fairly light scam. Especially compared to other shit some youtubers have been pushing in recent years. Basically you go to their website, drop a couple of bucks, buy like 1 square foot of land in Scotland and they claim doing that makes you eligible to call yourself a lord. Problem is that that's complete bollocks and since that became known, they came under fire a bit. So it's not that you get completely ripped off and get nothing in return, it's just not what they make it out to be. Which is a mildly scummy thing to do.

  • @griff5476
    @griff5476 Жыл бұрын

    Worth every penny. Love Celica's. Had a few

  • @benjaminlocksmith8932
    @benjaminlocksmith8932 Жыл бұрын

    At least you've now got a car unquestionably cooler than any Ferrari though

  • @bighes100

    @bighes100

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly. Not many car's can outclass a Ferrari, but these sure do. I'd happily have one over a lot of supercars.

  • @cpmcars7590
    @cpmcars7590 Жыл бұрын

    This right here captures ST205 ownership perfectly! I don’t know what it is about these cars but they never get boring no matter how much they push you to the brink of your patience and sanity! You get used to the power so you push and push til you hit the limit or break it, then it isn’t a simple remap it’s a full ECU change, then it’s fuelling then you blow the ring lands and it’s forged engine time. I added up all my receipts 3/4 years back. I was at £26,000 since then my turbo blew, I went for an upgraded hybrid turbo, new downpipe and manifold and a full top to bottom service… I am north of £30k now but it’s 100% worth it, I can’t go anywhere without people giving the car a reaction be that good or bad and it’s been with me 11 years… SOOO when you break it down to monthly costs it’s the same cost to PCP a new mid spec Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost! 😂

  • @m.p.509
    @m.p.509 Жыл бұрын

    Great, honest video. It’s been so fun to watch your journey, James. You really are living a lot of our dreams! And you always make it fun, funny and insightful.

  • @JD-ef1jb
    @JD-ef1jb Жыл бұрын

    I love storytime with JayEmm. Even if they are the occasional horror story. Happy Thanksgiving from the states. And happy holidays to you, your family, your cat, and all your cars.

  • @WillPerryAbuseCoach
    @WillPerryAbuseCoach Жыл бұрын

    Well done for sticking at it - both the car and KZread, I’m sure you’ve had lots of moments on that journey too. Both worth it - congratulations 🥰🙏

  • @JayEmmOnCars

    @JayEmmOnCars

    Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou Will, it has been a ride but a worthy one!

  • @HondaFife
    @HondaFife Жыл бұрын

    Well done for keeping one of my dreams cara on the road. It’s absolutely stunning from every angle. Also loving the brutal honesty about what you’ve been thru with it. It’s genuinely one of three in my dream garage. Can’t wait for updates and a drive video.

  • @cliveweir
    @cliveweir4 ай бұрын

    I can't think of many cars that have aged so well, I think they look even better now than "back in the day"

  • @femiomomo4467
    @femiomomo4467 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations you are the most relatable, car reviewer. ALL of the others seem to have lost the ability to ask the same questions that normal people ask themselves, when looking at vehicles from a nostalgic perspective or from a perspective of a possible future purchase. This includes not just in the U.K but worldwide. Just my opinion. Keep on keeping it real buddy.😀

  • @TheMrFishnDucks
    @TheMrFishnDucks Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. Thank you for having great pacing. Looking forward to future videos with this car. Loving this fleet update format. Keep up the good work.

  • @eze8970
    @eze8970 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks James, great video, & good to see this back on the channel. Looking forward to your next adventure with it! 🙏🙏

  • @JakeWorden
    @JakeWorden Жыл бұрын

    Yeeees! Been waiting for an update on this beauty!

  • @novalutiongsi1435
    @novalutiongsi1435 Жыл бұрын

    Nice update James, 👍. Looks so much better on the White wheels, white on white doesn't always work but it does on a GT4. Go and enjoy it, don't count the money up... I'd hate to think how much I've spent on my Nova Sting project... car cost £2k... at a guess to date I've probably spent £10k on parts and resto work. Still need to do the interior!

  • @malcolmar
    @malcolmar Жыл бұрын

    Congrats! That is an awesome Celica and you are doing it up right. Enjoy the fruits of your labor. Thanks for sharing.

  • @chrisprice4658
    @chrisprice4658 Жыл бұрын

    So glad you've stuck with J, and yes I agree with you if it's a little dirty it's because it's being loved 💙☮️💜 Go and enjoy her

  • @torgejh9189

    @torgejh9189

    Жыл бұрын

    You're talking about the car right? I'm sorry mate, my mind read this rather ambiguously and I don't know either what in god's name is wrong with me...

  • @chrisprice4658

    @chrisprice4658

    Жыл бұрын

    @@torgejh9189 you can think what you like lol

  • @torgejh9189

    @torgejh9189

    Жыл бұрын

    @@chrisprice4658 All good mate 👌 Sometimes I just think I'm way to light-hearted for youtube. Everybody on here is usually ripping each other a new one over absolutely nothing at all, I just don't like to be rude to people, neither in person nor through the guise of anonymity on the internet. Just feels wrong to me.

  • @chrisprice4658

    @chrisprice4658

    Жыл бұрын

    I gotta be honest, I'd posted that and not read it until you mentioned....face meets hand....at which point you just gotta roll with it lol 💜☮️💙🤣😂🤣

  • @AgeOfPixels
    @AgeOfPixels Жыл бұрын

    Great to see it back and your channel is doing so well to afford the fixes. please keep up the great work and vids on the gt4. Never got there with mine and now drive a UK st202 gt.

  • @davekennedy6315
    @davekennedy6315 Жыл бұрын

    Lovely looking car, to be sure! Plus it has the bonus of bringing waves of Sega Rally nostalgia. I'd never noticed just how good looking they were before but yours is a genuinely stunning car. It was definitely well worth your investment, it was a car you love and I can't imagine that there's many of these still about (especially so here in the UK!)

  • @TheChill001

    @TheChill001

    Жыл бұрын

    or GT4

  • @johnhiggin7424
    @johnhiggin7424 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, well done for sticking with it.

  • @markos8400
    @markos8400 Жыл бұрын

    Worth every penny, things you did to the car. Gave it a new life! I've spent that much on my GRY before it even arrived :)

  • @adam2676
    @adam2676 Жыл бұрын

    Walking to school when I was younger, someone had one of these on their drive. Was the highlight of my day getting to see it going to and from each day.

  • @Al8lack
    @Al8lack Жыл бұрын

    I'm really pleased for you James. Yes, those numbers are big, but it's your dream car. Hope you have many happy years driving her.

  • @johntechwriter

    @johntechwriter

    Жыл бұрын

    In fact, despite congrats for his . . . fortitude? . . . it seems to be JayEmm’s legions of fans who have enabled him to retain ownership of this dog’s breakfast of a car. Reminds me of an Alcoholics’ Anonymous session, where everyone cheers on the failure they so desperately fear themselves to be.

  • @kentonian
    @kentonian Жыл бұрын

    Brings back memories of my 96 mr2 gt turbo import (Toyota never sold them here). Same engine other than the charge cooler. 245hp stock. Had mine about 300hp. Was a lot of fun and massive induction noise right by the passengers ear. After I got mine 2 friends also bought them after I took them out for rides.

  • @super_hondas
    @super_hondas Жыл бұрын

    Lovely looking GT4. I think the total is to be expected.I never intended to spend what I did on my car projects, but if you want to do it properly and you love the car then it really isn't about the money at all

  • @jozsefizsak
    @jozsefizsak Жыл бұрын

    I love those cars too, although I would be delighted with any of them, turbo or not, as long as it wasn't rusty. I drove a new one in 82 and was hooked!

  • @iMANTlS
    @iMANTlS Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous. One of my childhood favorites which continued to now. Can't imagine why can't they make such cars anymore. Congradulations for reincarnating it. I wish I have the resources to do the same.

  • @carlosbonilla1637
    @carlosbonilla1637 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats!! Beautiful beautiful car… been waiting for your review of this car for years 😂👍👍

  • @brianbradford3363
    @brianbradford3363 Жыл бұрын

    I certainly feel that same way about my Alfa Romeo 159 TBI. With just 2 examples in the country in Sportswagon body, it's something special that deserves the maintenance. Less than 2 years in and its cost more than the purchase price, but now it's a faster and more reliable car than what it was and with all the big ticket items done, it should be relatively smooth sailing from here.

  • @valeriocantore9286
    @valeriocantore9286 Жыл бұрын

    GT4 WRC edition with a 5SGTE build with a G4X ECU owner here. About the pops and bangs, I don't think that is possible even with a setup like mine capable of 500bhp I have tried and I know some people that tried too . I'm totally in love with the car, and i think that the line is just iconic, but it's strange because for example here in Switzerland but in Italy too, is the most stealth car that I have owned, no one's seems to care about it ahahah. I really like the fact that the UK community loves these because they are such great cars

  • @550LMS

    @550LMS

    Жыл бұрын

    Very strange that it can't be done. Surely by squirting a little bit of fuel and having no spark will cause it to hit the hot exhaust manifold and see some nice bit of flames/pop...

  • @JayEmmOnCars

    @JayEmmOnCars

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah, the guy who mapped mine has done loads but for some reason the G4X doesn't want to do it

  • @martinboodukofi3
    @martinboodukofi3 Жыл бұрын

    Love the car, love the vids, love the fact your were so open and honest about it

  • @techie2udonegal
    @techie2udonegal5 ай бұрын

    The average price of good quality example of these has increased to more than the car cost to buy and repair in less than 12 months! You are still winning, this car will last for decades!

  • @techie2udonegal

    @techie2udonegal

    2 ай бұрын

    The mechanical feel of the oem drive train and gearbox is next level, you feel connected to the road, never really discussed it is up there with classic 911's maybe even superior feel.

  • @romanoguttadauro6116
    @romanoguttadauro61162 ай бұрын

    Famous last word "no matter what it does, you still love it". Congratulations on your journey and your BIG HEART/WALLET pucker up, she's a beauty. Enjoy the drive and remember its worth it when your driving down the road and all of that goes away ENJOY. Cheers for sharing Romano

  • @MagicAyrtonforever
    @MagicAyrtonforever Жыл бұрын

    I used to own an imported MR2 Turbo James... Great engine! My first job was at Dover Toyota when I was 18 and I drove all the Uk Toyotas of the time.. Also wonderful motors.

  • @GRfourfun
    @GRfourfun Жыл бұрын

    Worth every penny! Loved this video, had me smiling all the way through. Also was that Jethro towards the end?!

  • @paul1978g

    @paul1978g

    Жыл бұрын

    I believe he was quoting Hagrid.

  • @GRfourfun

    @GRfourfun

    Жыл бұрын

    @@paul1978g Oooh, thank you!

  • @villaadog
    @villaadog Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely love your videos. Keep up the great work! You've definitely inspired me to purchase a weekend car.

  • @asensibleyoungman2978

    @asensibleyoungman2978

    Жыл бұрын

    I'd save your money mate. We're heading into the biggest period of hyperinflation in living memory.

  • @villaadog

    @villaadog

    Жыл бұрын

    @@asensibleyoungman2978 Wouldn't that mean its better to spend our money on assets then if fiat becomes worthless?

  • @jongib6096
    @jongib6096 Жыл бұрын

    You did great by this car!! Ive ALWAYS wanted 1 of these 😍 They still fly well under the radar $$$ compared to Mark IV Supra, FD RX7, GTRs etc

  • @TheRoverspeed
    @TheRoverspeed Жыл бұрын

    My very first car was Toyota Celica GT4, JDM Spec, in red with the gunmetal 3 spoke wheels, amazing car!!!! Got it for Xmas in 1997, oh sorry forgot to mention it was made by Tamiya 😀

  • @nadeemm429
    @nadeemm429 Жыл бұрын

    Immaculate restoration, at least it will continue to appreciate throughout the years especially as I imagine most examples are not well maintained and taken care of

  • @longtailgt
    @longtailgt8 ай бұрын

    Do you know what you've done here, James? Not only have you saved this car from certain death i.e. ending in up someone's hands who could've cheeped out on the work and killed it, but by keeping this car alive you've also made sure that the market for Celica GT-Fours doesn't go crazy as fewer and fewer good examples remain in good shape. That is not only doing justice to this car but also a bit of public service! And I really appreciate that!

  • @odin5188
    @odin5188 Жыл бұрын

    Well done Jay, you really powered through. I have a 430bhp MR2 ( on OG channel) I have a Link G4 Storm, pops and bangs happen naturally with mine after a WOT. Its a endless shopping list from here. Now you have a Link, your futureproofing can include a Coilpack conversion using 1zz system (gen 7 140hp or MR-S) OEM HT leads are becoming rare and expensive. Mine has been running like this for 4 years with no issues

  • @crazycrickeeet1964
    @crazycrickeeet1964 Жыл бұрын

    Fascinating video - really enjoyed this 👍

  • @RossCanavan
    @RossCanavan Жыл бұрын

    Much respect for doing all this work on a much loved legend; another one on the road for us all to enjoy. Have to say though for someone of lesser means this would be he nightmare to end all nightmares! The definition of good money after bad 🍋

  • @jacoja06
    @jacoja06 Жыл бұрын

    Hi James - Awesome ST205 you have. I personally own an ST165 with the same gen 3 3SGTE as yours... GT-Fours are brilliant cars. Just a heads-up, for any mechanical maintenance or upgrades, we on the celica club UK forums mostly use a guy called Bek. He's a magician for anything to do with gen 4 to 6 Celicas.

  • @jac1793

    @jac1793

    Жыл бұрын

    where is he based? i'm trying to get quotes for sills and rear chassis rust repair and proofing

  • @kyotoau9095

    @kyotoau9095

    10 ай бұрын

    I have the same. The Gen 3 motor is a completely different beast in the 165. Makes you wish you had a 6th gear!

  • @paulb4uk
    @paulb4uk Жыл бұрын

    Great journey you have come with the car and you have spent money to save it and can now enjoy the car ,i am pleased you never gave up on it still a great car .

  • @truebluemiata
    @truebluemiata Жыл бұрын

    Excellent work James. The response at the rally show must have been satisfying. "sell-LEE-ca", love it👍

  • @DLNix
    @DLNix Жыл бұрын

    Finally some new St205 content. Hope you get tune sorted. Once i finish 3 Evora projects then onto my St205 WRC full restoration which has been sitting 18yrs in US.

  • @michaelcaamano1202
    @michaelcaamano1202 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoy your drive. Great videos!

  • @fullboost
    @fullboost Жыл бұрын

    Love the honesty of your video. Cheers

  • @bighes100
    @bighes100 Жыл бұрын

    That car is not just a car, it's an icon, a legend.... It also has more presence than most supercars (costing a lot more than 19k). Big well done for sticking with it, in todays crazy market surely you could name yr price now it's sorted. But I'd sure as hell keep her.

  • @yellowa4725
    @yellowa4725 Жыл бұрын

    To be fair it looks awesome now, and a properly sorted one has got to be pushing towards the £20k's value sometimes soon. Enjoy it I say. It's only money!

  • @TheGalifrey
    @TheGalifrey Жыл бұрын

    To be fair a good one will cost you well over £20k anyway so I think you haven't overpaid for what you have.

  • @charliegrech5598
    @charliegrech5598 Жыл бұрын

    Your videos are coming n general really informative and good.

  • @Quattro_Joe
    @Quattro_Joe Жыл бұрын

    Really love these cars. The front end is absolutely class looking. Got a lap around Mondello years ago in a friends one. Quite a good bit of fun. 👍👍

  • @R.G.Perera
    @R.G.Perera Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations!! You did it fantastic!. Thanks for this nice moment in the electric paranoia time. 👍🏻

  • @andyf6813
    @andyf6813 Жыл бұрын

    Well done mate.

  • @ollieo6681
    @ollieo6681 Жыл бұрын

    Looks great!

  • @encinobalboa
    @encinobalboa Жыл бұрын

    So happy our presenter is into the eclectic and not just the usual exotics. That's the mark of a true enthusiast.

  • @captgutter
    @captgutter Жыл бұрын

    In the way that prices are going, it will soon eclipse the amount spent. An iconic car to be proud of.

  • Жыл бұрын

    For all your efforts you have what is probably the most desirable specimen of an iconic car available to the person with an average income. Thanks for your channel. You sir, are a true legend❤

  • @JayEmmOnCars

    @JayEmmOnCars

    Жыл бұрын

    Too kind! Thankyou Geiri

  • @mrivantchernegovski3869
    @mrivantchernegovski3869 Жыл бұрын

    My old boss at a Toyota breakers yard imported a GT4 same as yours from Japan and it was a Road reg Carlos Sianz Factory paint rep with standard interior except for Recaros,and a bolt in half cage, it has Lsds ,straight cut box ,HD everything lotta TRD ,blitz,HKS parts,18 inch Tarmac enkies on HKS coil overs ,Motech ,it spun 290 hp at 12 pds boost at the hubs x 4 with 310 ft pds at 7500 on hub dyno, landed and complied certed rego plates and on the road was 10 k NZD just before covid hit ,the thing was fast pulling every gear, more of road gearing 3rd gear just off the 180 kph speedo then 4th 7500 then 5th ? ,bars and braces underneath it ,great car

  • @MrOvershoot
    @MrOvershoot Жыл бұрын

    To be honest James I thought it was going to be a lot more! But well done for preserving a bit of motoring history 😀

  • @alexlee-isted5046
    @alexlee-isted5046 Жыл бұрын

    I have a Fujitsubo on my DC5. Extra grunt without droning and being stupidly loud. Brilliant exhausts! Great video

  • @mrb0bd0balina
    @mrb0bd0balina Жыл бұрын

    It is actually looking really nice now! Looking forward to the next part.

  • @StreetPreacherr

    @StreetPreacherr

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah, just before they ruined it with that wedgy & mostly anemic final model design... This might have been the last generation that it was OK for MEN to drive ;)

  • @waveman1500
    @waveman1500 Жыл бұрын

    I had an ST185 GT-Four with a boost controller on it set to 13psi, standard computer. It worked perfectly and was used for rallysprints. My parts bill was massive, but my friend and I fitted everything ourselves. Gearbox, clutch, front hub, struts all around, brakes, etc. The car was very rough, but still running. Turbo blowing oil, paint peeling all over, but it went very hard. Mine had real exhaust "bang" on full-boost gear shifts because it had a blow-off valve and was using the factory flappy air-flow meter.

  • @michaelyounes29
    @michaelyounes29 Жыл бұрын

    Fairplay for stumping up the cash to get this rally legend back in a good shape. I wish i had the disposable income to buy an interesting car that needs a bit of TLC. I saw a MK1 Ford Focus ST170 for sale in my local area and I immediately found your Focus edge review. Needless to say your video confirmed that's I need one in my life!

  • @believeinyourself4457
    @believeinyourself4457 Жыл бұрын

    That car is spectacularly beautiful, thank you JayEmm.

  • @tonybhogal8112
    @tonybhogal8112 Жыл бұрын

    Completely get where you're coming from. Although not in the same league as a GT4, I bought a cheapo phase 1 Saab 9-5 Estate in early 2021. It cost me £1000, since then I've probably spent about £2500 just on making it run and drive properly. I love it!!

  • @rjfalcatan6094
    @rjfalcatan6094 Жыл бұрын

    My experience with my st205 is very similar to yours. Pretty much bought the car in somewhat same shape as yours. I ended up doing a full forged rebuild, all SS, all wheel bearings, transmission rebuilt,, all calipers rebuilt and am waiting for my ct20b to be rebuilt. Before all of that, I dailyed it for a full year and it stayed reliable enough with minor maintenance items. Next up is ECU and paint... dreading those 2 things if I'm honest

  • @fj717
    @fj717 Жыл бұрын

    Man, feels so sad to hear about the negatives bits of your experience, especially when you lust behind a car so much so that it turns out to be a nightmare. Kudos to your energy & guts to invest so much, nonetheless, and go forward with your dream! Amazing work pal! Hopefully you & your Celica enjoy only positive moments from now on! 🙌

  • @GazzaView123
    @GazzaView123 Жыл бұрын

    As I started watching I remembered that there's a Celica specialist just up the road from me...M.K! 👍

  • @ianjohnson7835
    @ianjohnson7835 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed this vid

  • @GT-gt1yi
    @GT-gt1yi Жыл бұрын

    This car is the reason i follow u :) im 2yrs into mine...next summer Rodney!

  • @James-cs2wi
    @James-cs2wi Жыл бұрын

    James it looks absolutely beautiful 😍 ❤ great video thanks 😊

  • @stephencollins7714
    @stephencollins7714 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, the wisdom that I take from this is that it is better to save up and take it to a specialist than to try and fix it on the “cheap”. I had an 88 GT and always toyed with the idea of replacing it with a GT-Four or Supra Turbo but in the end bought a new MR2 doh! Your example is looking great now and it sounds as though you are finally getting to enjoy it. Although you have spent a fair bit on it, I doubt that dropping 20k on anything else would provide you with more enjoyment so in fact, it might actually be a bargain. Look forward to seeing future mods.

  • @gro9465
    @gro9465 Жыл бұрын

    Always had a soft spot for a Celica GT4 Turbo, never had one...yet. Keep looking out for a nice one, until then I'll enjoy watching you enjoy yours James.

  • @paulsterrett3878
    @paulsterrett3878 Жыл бұрын

    Long time listener, first time commenter. Mega video, one of if not my all-time favourite - I've been through remarkably similar journeys with an Evo V, blobeye Impreza STI and now DS3 Racing... Financially, it never makes sense, but it gets to a point where you're rooting for the hapless underdog to get over their foibles and recapture their former glory. You now have a properly sorted Celica GT4 which is a very special car the likes manufacturers won't make again. If you ever consider putting her up for sale, count me in as an interested party...!!

  • @JayEmmOnCars

    @JayEmmOnCars

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Paul, no plans to sell for a while!

  • @junit7590
    @junit759011 ай бұрын

    This video was awesome, can't beat a 90s manual jappa for engagement, emotion, performance dynamics, feel all of it. Got an 89 RS Legacy JDM spec forged stroker etc etc. Can't stop.

  • @thelanehunterdevon1664
    @thelanehunterdevon1664 Жыл бұрын

    Your most epic car and awesome video. Well narrated and put together.

  • @RobBarter
    @RobBarter Жыл бұрын

    Had a red GT-Four from new back in the ealy 90's. Loved it. Kept it for 4 years and 80k miles. Still have the original brochure

  • @V340E419
    @V340E419 Жыл бұрын

    Let's be honest all these older cars are fantastic. Glad you got her fix and back on the road. Beauty looking car.

  • @Elberoth
    @Elberoth Жыл бұрын

    Those are pennies in Ferrari world (Testarossa owner here), but the car is as cool to look at and drive. Congrats ... I want one too!

  • @revmatchruben
    @revmatchruben Жыл бұрын

    its nice to see someone who has taste in all kinds of cars.

  • @patrickhazlehurst8472
    @patrickhazlehurst8472 Жыл бұрын

    Great car and well done bringing it back to life. I had one imported from Japan which needed front suspension bushes. I was stunned at £300 odd per strut because you couldn't buy just a £10 bush. The cost of refurbishing one side of the front suspension was £1,000 which I thought was huge amount. I also replaced all the wheels for the price of a single Toyota wheel. However the car was awesomely capable even without the modifications you did. I did 100,000 miles and loved every one of them.

  • @iandavidson99
    @iandavidson99 Жыл бұрын

    Looks gorgeous!

  • @barfmeister8509
    @barfmeister8509 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, that’s a story but what a joy to have something like this sat in the drive 👍

  • @JayEmmOnCars

    @JayEmmOnCars

    Жыл бұрын

    It really is

  • @TheLastMexicanBurrito
    @TheLastMexicanBurrito Жыл бұрын

    Well done James...you deserve it! Hope it brings you many years of joy!!

  • @asensibleyoungman2978

    @asensibleyoungman2978

    Жыл бұрын

    Why does he deserve it?

  • @TheLastMexicanBurrito

    @TheLastMexicanBurrito

    Жыл бұрын

    @@asensibleyoungman2978 Because he's worked hard and smart for it, numbnuts. I hope your daddy taught you that in life you don't get what you want, but what you deserve.

  • @asensibleyoungman2978

    @asensibleyoungman2978

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheLastMexicanBurrito Oh dear! I know you're his little fanboy but I didn't expect a hissy fit on that scale.

  • @TheLastMexicanBurrito

    @TheLastMexicanBurrito

    Жыл бұрын

    @@asensibleyoungman2978 Hahaha...I fished out another little c*nt.

  • @asensibleyoungman2978

    @asensibleyoungman2978

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheLastMexicanBurrito Oh dear! You're very tantrum prone, aren't you? Imagine how petulant you get when something serious goes wrong in your life.

  • @michaelsdiscusandatticaqua9155
    @michaelsdiscusandatticaqua9155 Жыл бұрын

    Again, great content on your own car 👍 this is my favourite of your videos. Well this and talking head James 😊

  • @robsx4280
    @robsx4280 Жыл бұрын

    It's a beauty James worth it I reckon. I have spent 3k on my 1995 MR2 over the last year so I'm with you all the way. Mine is also white 040.

  • @davedewey868
    @davedewey868 Жыл бұрын

    Top car... i miss my st185 gen 5.. in white and a wide body model. Thousands spent on mods and rebuilds only for it to fail, repeatedly.. had the st182 non turbo before which was brilliant... and in white and now daily drive a gen 7 Tsport.. i feel your pain. Glad to see yours is doing ok. 👍

  • @camryt
    @camryt Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I wanted a ST205 ever since I was a little kid, because of Sega Rally obvs. I almost bought one back in 2013 or 2014, but couldnt afford to keep it on ther road back then. I’ve had many cars since then, even a Celica (albeit st182 Vth gen), but the ST205 remained on my bucketlist. I fear that with age my taste in cars have changed enough so I wouldnt enjoy one (I actually didn’t enjoy to drive the Vth gen but loved looking at it). I fear its a case of never meet your heroes. But this video made me want one again. Badly. It must be as good as I hope, if a bloke who has Ferraris loves his little Celica

  • @Phnergelde
    @Phnergelde Жыл бұрын

    Love this video. Needs more ads though, Jay. 🤣😉 Seriously though, I just traded up from my mk III Clio RS to a '13 BRZ. There's already boxes of parts stacking up in my room.

  • @benglasby8014
    @benglasby8014 Жыл бұрын

    Hey JayEmm. I’ve recently mechanically restored a 1966 Mack B61 truck and it always costs more than you expect. I’m still learning to drive her. I’m not too keen to start the cosmetic restoration just yet. I’m sure there will be an avalanche of unexpected costs when I do start. I also currently own a 2013 Subaru BRZ and a 2015 Skoda Octavia RS wagon and am in 2 minds about keeping them, modifying them or upgrading them. I’m swaying towards keeping them as I’ve had them both since new and know the full history of them. Anyway, love the GT four and thoroughly enjoy your content. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺.

  • @murrieteacher
    @murrieteacher Жыл бұрын

    I understand what you are going through. My MGTF 160 is now up to $7500 and 14 months off the road and the car still has the same miss fire it went in for to fix. Un fortunately, I am retired and do not have the income stream you have (you put the hard work in). Your car is going, enjoy it. Mine is referred to as "the garage ornament".

  • @trcs3079

    @trcs3079

    Жыл бұрын

    I've many vehicles and ironically my cheapest vehicle (ford focus hatchback) is my most expensive, I've already spent close to 3k on it because it's my beater. In comparison to what it's worth, Im definitely overspending lol

  • @Lou_Kyr
    @Lou_Kyr Жыл бұрын

    Another great video. I have been watching your videos for the last couple of years and have enjoyed all of them. Your research on car is very good. Would love it if you did a video on one of my cars.

  • @gryphon123456
    @gryphon123456 Жыл бұрын

    What a great video. Thing thing is, I’d rather pay the equivalent of money I would on a new car which is likely numb and compromised in feel, on an older car and crest exactly what I would love to walk out to every day. I would not regret a thing if I were you. It’s worth it for the soul fuel this gives. 👌🏻🤙🏻

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