1979 Toyota Celica Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 1979 Toyota Celica did not change from the previous year, when it was redesigned.
The 1979 Toyota Celica was available as a coupe ST and GT and a hatchback GT. The engine was a four-cylinder, 2.2-liter engine.
The 1979 Toyota Celica was a popular car, but those who loved the Celica for its sporty handling found this generation of Celicas, which offered a smoother, more comfortable ride, to be disappointing. Still, today the 1979 Celica is often used for racing, but almost always with modifications. Celicas of this era are also prone to rust problems.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1979 Toyota Celica
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by Michael B
Jun 15, 2026
I had a 1979 GT liftback that I bought with 59,000 miles on it in 1982 and I sold it in 1997 with 332,000 miles on the odometer. The guy that bought it took it straight to the dirt track and drove it another 10 years. I don’t think all celicas lasted that long but I sure got my money out of it and more. Loved the car and never had any major issues with it.Jun 15, 2026
by Payton B
Aug 17, 2009
The 1979 Toyota Celica was all show and no go. The
performance, even with the 5-speed, was pathetic, and the
build quality left much to be desired. I've owned two Toyota
Celicas. Both died. I doubt I'll own another Toyota.Aug 17, 2009
by David S
Feb 21, 2008
Was the best car I have owned so far, bar none.
Loads of character and you would never see another one driving towards you.Feb 21, 2008
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by Michael B
Jun 15, 2026
I had a 1979 GT liftback that I bought with 59,000 miles on it in 1982 and I sold it in 1997 with 332,000 miles on the odometer. The guy that bought it took it straight to the dirt track and drove it another 10 years. I don’t think all celicas lasted that long but I sure got my money out of it and more. Loved the car and never had any major issues with it.Jun 15, 2026
by Payton B
Aug 17, 2009
The 1979 Toyota Celica was all show and no go. The
performance, even with the 5-speed, was pathetic, and the
build quality left much to be desired. I've owned two Toyota
Celicas. Both died. I doubt I'll own another Toyota.Aug 17, 2009
by David S
Feb 21, 2008
Was the best car I have owned so far, bar none.
Loads of character and you would never see another one driving towards you.Feb 21, 2008
by Anonymous
Oct 15, 2007
This has been one of the best cars I have ever owned, low fuel,repair cost. The engine runs strong very little problemsOct 15, 2007
