Craigslist Find: '73 Celica, 4AGE Silvertop Swap

This Celica looks to be in very good condition with a rust free and straight body. The motor has been swapped with a 4AGE Silvertop that should provide plenty of power and reliability over stock. This is a strong setup for someone looking to daily drive something with great gas mileage, good performance, and a fantastic vintage Japanese look. Find it here, in San Diego, CA, for $7,500.

1973 Toyota Celica, 4AGE Swap 

Forum Find: UPDATE: '73 Corona Wagon

UPDATE: This car is still for sale and has had a dramatic price drop to $3,100. We thought it was a solid deal at $5,500, so you can imagine how great we think this deal is now! Find it here in Modest, CA.

1973 Corona Wagon

Craigslist Find: F20C Swapped AE86

240HP and an 8,000rpm red-line make for some great stats when it comes to building a lightweight race car. This AE86 has benefited greatly from the death of a Honda S2000 and the F20c now sits between it's front struts. Aside from the great motor choice, this car also has a KAAZ 2-way limited slip, AEM standalone, cusco roll-cage, and a long list of other quality parts. Find it here, in Wailua, HI, for $10,000 OBO. 

Toyota AE86, F20C Swap

Event: JCCS 2012, Part 6

Quite possibly the coolest car Honda ever made.

Craigslist Find: '81 Starlet

The Starlet is an interesting formula for an economy car that we would love to see offered in today's market. RWD+hatchback+manual trans= Fun times in our book. This car has a custom paint scheme that is an acquired taste, but we quite like it. Seller states that the transmission is new as well as the alternator, clutch, brakes, and fuel pump. The car is located in San Carlos, CA and recently passed a smog inspection. Seller also states that the car needs locks, could use a better steering wheel, and judging from the pics, a complete reupholstering. We really like this car as is, but we would get rid of the park bench bumpers in favor of something like what JDM Legends has done to their Starlet. Find it here, for $3,000.

1981 Toyota Starlet

Event: JCCS 2012, Part 5

As usual, Toyota brought out some of their most iconic eye candy. Surprisingly, they weren't the only ones who brought a 2000GT.

Event: JCCS 2012, Part 4

Laser straight reflections are not easy to do on Datsun sheet metal.

Craigslist Find: '74 Celica, 2RZ Tacoma Swap

We like Celicas and we like motor swaps, so naturally we'll love this Celica. The 2RZ may not be a monstrous powerhouse of a motor, but it should pull this light weight Celica around with ease while returning some stellar MPG's. The 2RZ produces about 140hp and 160tq while getting an estimated 20 city and 27 highway in a stock Tacoma. The Tacoma weighs substantially more than the Celica, so we think you shouldn't have any trouble accomplishing over 30 highway miles per gallon. This car looks stunning in white and the blue stripes are just right. The seller states that there is no rust or bondo anywhere on the car, but does not mention if anything has been done to the suspension or brakes. Find it here, in Denver, CO, for $10,000 OBO. 

1974 Toyota Celica, 2RZ Tacoma Swap

Event: JCCS 2012, Part 3

Toyota also had a strong showing this year including some of the best Celicas we've ever seen.

Event: JCCS 2012, Part 1

Yes, it's that time again. One of our favorite shows of the year has come at last!

Craigslist Find: '73 Celica, F20C Swap

This '73 Celica has received one of the best four cylinder motors to come out of the late 90's, the F20C. It's a potent setup for just about any old Japanese car and we like the thought of 240hp in a RA21. The car does look clean in the pics and the seller doesn't mention any rust or body damage, but being in Hawaii, we would recommend a thorough inspection. The seller also list several upgrades like, adjustable suspension, LSD, and AEM fuel management that sweeten the deal a bit more. The car looks to missing some interior components and we would like to see a different set of wheels on the car, but those are small complaints for what promises to be a fun ride that you could daily drive. Find it here, in Lahaina, HI, for $12,000.

1973 Toyota Celica, F20C Swap

Event: Art Center Car Classic 2011, Part 5

TZ1 and TZ2, perfect Alfa Romeos.

Craigslist Find: '71 Corolla, Rotary Swap

This little Corolla started life as a mildly bland economy car, but now it's well on it's way to being a funky fire breathing monster. The little bolt on flares and fender mirrors completely change this car from slightly boring to fun, vintage, and clearly Japanese. The Rotary swap gives us a slight pause when considering reliability, but we're willing to give it a shot and drive this car until the Apex seals fail. Find this great Corolla here, in San Juan Capistrano, CA, for $5,300. 

1971 Toyota Corolla, Rotary Swapped

Event: Art Center Car Classic 2011, Part 3

Canepa Design was kind enough to bring out a couple of modest Porsches. 

Craigslist Find: 1970 Toyota Corona Mk2 1900 Coupe

Bluebird coupes are expensive and incredibly rare in the US. Here's the Toyota Corona version that's just begging for someone to get crazy with it. The owner states this car is a project as it needs a new brake booster/master cylinder, but they are willing to deliver. We'd love to see this car with a new set of wheels, motor swap, and some fender flares! Find it here in Santa Rosa, CA, for $4,000.

1970 Toyota Corona 1900 Coupe, MKII

Event: Japanese Classic Car Show 2011, Part 3, the Show Continued

It's very unlikely that you'l find another show in the U.S. that not only has multiple KGC10 Skylines but a Toyota 2000GT as well.

Craigslist Find: '72 Celica in Hawaii

Want an awesome classic Japanese car but are in an isolated market like Hawaii? Here's your chance to pick up a nice Celica locally! This one looks well sorted and is running a fuel injected 18RG with independent throttle bodies. This car promises to be a blast and is reasonably priced at $8,000. Find all the details here in Kapaa, HI.


1972 Toyota Celica, 18RG in Kapaa, HI

Event: Japanese Classic Car Show, Part 2, The Show

Inside the gates held some of the rarest and most sought after cars Japan has ever made.

Event: Japanese Classic Car Show 2011, Part 1, The Parking Lot

Last years JCCS was truly an amazing show. From the moment we left our cars we were overwhelmed by the best Japan has had to offer.

Craigslist Find: 1987 Toyota Corolla Hatch, Black Top Swap

Here's a great looking daily driver located in Pacifica, CA for $5500. This is a recipe for a fun little car with the motor and trans swap, LSD, and coilovers! Find it here before someone else beats you to it!


1987 Toyota Corolla Hatch, 4AGE Black Top, 6 speed, LSD