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2003 Celica VVTi Coupe 140 PS, 2 Owners. Mileage 173,000, Powder Coated Wheels. Excellent runner. Will consider reasonable offers.

I've had the pleasure of owning this car for nearly 4 years after waiting to find a good one - and it hasn't disappointed. This is the higher power version with 'Variable Valve Timing and Lift, Intelligent' - when you get to 6,200 RPM, it realises you want to play and you get pushed back in the seat with more acceleration. It's a fun game keeping it in the lift range through the gears and makes the driving experience more engaging than the standard model. It has a FULL service history with 14 stamps - 12 of them from Toyota main dealers (see below). Most recently from my local trusted independent in 2019, since when it hasn't covered many miles (lockdown etc). The new owner may want to get a service based on time alone just for peace of mind. Mot until March next year with two minor advisories: a low output windscreen washer; and rear brake pipes 'slightly thinned by corrosion'. I have paperwork for work done during my ownership, including a new radiator, boot lid gas struts and a recent air con regas. It drives great, revs freely, handles well and stops briskly and I enjoy every trip out in it. So what's wrong with it? Not much! The only mechanical thing is that sometimes you feel the brake pedal 'pulse' when coming to a stop. I'm told this is just an ABS sensor. The front shows a lot of stone chips to nose and bonnet paint; there's a rub mark on the spoiler; and the alloys would benefit from a refurb. The interior is excellent, with just an inch of loose stitching on the top of the rear seat. The aftermarket Pioneer stereo sounds great, but has a loose connection, so it can reset after going over a bump. And that's it - not bad for a 17-year-old car! I've listed everything to be honest and save both you and me time. It's priced to reflect those points. We're just South of Bath/Bristol. Test drive available for serious buyers only, on proof of driver's license, insurance and cash in hand. TL:DR: £2,495 2005 119,000 miles FSH MOT to March 2023 VVTLI 189 BHP Drives perfect Leather seats Factory option sunroof Standard (+Pioneer stereo) Unmolested future classic Full Service History: (14 stamps, 12 from Toyota main dealers) 2007: 17,120 2008: 24,897 2009: 32,043 2010: 43,996 2010: 50,806 2011: 62,539 2012: 68,652 2013: 80,659 2014: 89,787 2015: 97,617 2016: 105,537 2017: 11,0864: 2018: 115,621 2019: 117,885 I'm selling to move on to an Audi TT. (Already found, so no swaps/PX etc, thanks.) I'd like it to go to another enthusiast, so advertising it here before I list it on the usual sites.