Find or Sell Used Cars, Trucks, and SUVs in USA

1980 Toyota Celica Sunchaser on 2040-cars

Year:1980 Mileage:94000 Color: Black /
 Black with multi color pattern
Location:

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:2.2L 2189CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 1980
Interior Color: Black with multi color pattern
Make: Toyota
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Celica
Trim: GT Coupe 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 94,000
Options: Targa, Convertible
Sub Model: Gt
Exterior Color: Black
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

This is a rare 1980 Sunchaser and everything works.  This is a 33 year old car that is by no means perfect.  Please dont email asking if it has dings and scratches, yes it does, the paint is original and is weak.  This is a fun car to drive and be different it is not a show car.  That being said here is a list of everything that has been replaced on the car:  New -vinyl on targa, convertible and convertible boot, tires, front rotors and pads, rear shoes, clutch master cylinder, fuel pump, fuel filter, distributor, spark plugs and wires, many new hoses, gaskets and vacuum lines, all new fluids and a rebuilt carburetor, A/C has been converted to R134a and is cold.  Now for the bad:  The power steering motor leaks a little and I have a new one but probably will not install it before selling.  The paint is weak and has one small spot of surface rust that has been covered with primer(I tried to show in the picture).  It has not rusted through! ( There is no rust damage anywhere on the car) Chrome trim pieces should be replaced along with some weatherstripping.  The car is not completely waterproof and Im sure most never were but has no major leaks.  I keep it under a cover just to be safe. Upholstery has some tears or holes, its original (tried to show the largest one in picture) and carpet is ok but not great.  One speed on A/C heater fan does not work, 2 other speeds are fine.  I also have a front end rebuild kit with new bushings, springs and struts that I will sell with the car.  The car drives and tracks straight but I bought them on a closeout and felt it would be good to replace after 33 years.  Just like most people I never found the time to do it.   I bought the car to drive on weekends but new baby means no time for toys.  Again the car runs and drives fine for such an old car and I drove it home 200 miles when I bought it before everything was replaced.  I have the original owners manuel and 2 service manuels along with a Motor Trend magazine featuring the 1980 Sunchaser as well.  The car is supposed to be original miles and was in storage for many years.  My local mechanic had no reason to doubt the miles but these are only 5 digit odometers so there is no way to be sure.  I have covered everything I can think of but feel free to ask a question before bidding.  Winner must make arrangements to pick up vehicle within 2 weeks of end of auction.  Purchase must be made in person with cash or at your bank in the Birmingham/Hoover AL area.

Auto Services in Alabama

Universal Motors ★★★★★

New Car Dealers, Used Car Dealers
Address: 1790 W I65 Service Rd S, Prichard
Phone: (251) 602-8584

Tom Williams Imports ★★★★★

New Car Dealers, Used Car Dealers, Automobile Parts, Supplies & Accessories-Wholesale & Manufacturers
Address: 1000 Tom Williams Way, Irondale
Phone: (205) 252-9512

Tallent`s Used Auto Parts Inc ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Parts & Supplies, Automobile Parts & Supplies-Used & Rebuilt-Wholesale & Manufacturers
Address: 174 Tallent Ct, Malvern
Phone: (334) 792-7420

Sound Depot Inc ★★★★★

Automobile Parts & Supplies, Automobile Radios & Stereo Systems, Automobile Accessories
Address: 7905 Highway 72 W, Capshaw
Phone: (256) 830-8994

Smitty`s Restoration & Custom Paints ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Body Repairing & Painting, Automobile Parts & Supplies
Address: 3329 Andrew Ave, Seminole
Phone: (850) 432-2600

Satterfields` Auto Tech Service ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Auto Oil & Lube, Truck Service & Repair
Address: 1946 Central Pkwy SW, Somerville
Phone: (256) 353-3414

Auto blog

2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro

Thu, 23 Oct 2014

Despite the earnest efforts of Japanese automakers like Toyota and Nissan, the American pickup truck scene remains wholly dominated by the likes of Ford, General Motors and Chrysler. This is not news. Part of the reason is because of the sheer number of variants offered by US automakers - everything from work-spec base trucks to house-leveling heavy duty models can be had, with a seemingly endless combination of engines, cab sizes, bed lengths and trim levels. It's a hugely profitable business, and though the Japanese automakers still offer competitive fullsize trucks, in terms of sheer volume, they simply don't compete.
But American pickups aren't just about work; there's a huge play aspect involved, too. Look at the desert-storming Ford F-150 SVT Raptor or the Ram Power Wagon - these butch trucks are built with superb off-road prowess in mind, and Detroit's Japanese rivals have once again largely been silent in this segment. Until now.
Introduced at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, Toyota now offers the TRD Pro series of models that, in addition to the crazy-orange Tundra seen here, includes the smaller Tacoma pickup and 4Runner SUV. And this isn't just some pretty appearance package, either - there's honest-to-goodness capability baked into all of the TRD Pro models. Intriguing, for sure, so I recently spent a weekend with the big boy Tundra to see what's what.

Toyota issues multiple recalls for 6.4 million vehicles worldwide

Wed, 09 Apr 2014

It looks like 2014 may go down as the year of recalls. We were already at a record pace, and now it seems Toyota is recalling 6.39 million vehicles worldwide, including about 30 of its models for a variety of problems. None of the faults have caused any injuries or fatalities, but there have been two reports of fires caused by a defective engine starter motor.
Toyota's numbers show 1.772 million vehicles being recalled in the US, but that includes some overlap because the Yaris is being repaired for multiple faults. According to The Detroit News, there are 2.36 million affected models in all of north North America, 1.09 million in Japan and 810,000 in Europe, plus smaller numbers in other regions.
Among the vehicles recalled in the US are 1.3 million units of the 2009-2010 Corolla, Matrix and Tacoma, the 2008-2010 Highlander, the 2006-2008 Rav4 and 2006-2010 Yaris. The problem is that the driver's airbag module is attached via a spiral electrical cable. The connections on the cable can be damaged when the steering wheel is turned, which deactivates the airbag and causes the airbag warning light to come on. Toyota is replacing the cable with an improved part, but it's still making preparations to begin the repair. The company is sending affected owners notifications in the mail. According to The Detroit News, an unspecified number of Pontiac Vibe vehicles are also included in this recall because it shares the part with the Matrix.

Toyota SEMA concepts promote active lifestyles, rallying [w/video]

Thu, 31 Oct 2013

Toyota has six vehicles that it's bringing to the Specialty
Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show next week, all of which were developed by and for people who live active lifstyles. Four of them are the result of the Toyota Dream Build Challenge, which tasked a team of athletes and vehicle customization shops to build Toyota sedans, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles in seven weeks that would enhance performance in their respective sports.
We'll lead off with the CamRally Camry, developed by NASCAR driver Parker Kligerman, Kyle Busch Motorsports and Mooresville, NC shop Detroit Speed, Inc. for the Dream Build Challenge, because it appeals to us gearheads (sure, call us one-sided). It was totally transformed into a rally vehicle, and it has to be the most badass Camry we can remember seeing. The sedan is always a bit flaccid-looking in stock form, but the CamRally's wide body and other exterior upgrades and the turbocharger make us forget about that, as do its stripped, painted interior and Sparco race seat.