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- 1994 Toyota Celica GT-4 (ST205) WRC Edition
1994 Toyota Celica GT-4 (ST205) WRC Edition
1994 Toyota Celica GT-4 (ST205) WRC Edition
Rare JDM (255bhp) WRC-Edition GT-4 ST205 Celica, one of just 2,500 worldwide.
- ESTIMATE: £15,000 - £18,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Black -
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
L118 JKO -
ODOMETER READING
105262 Miles
SUMMARY
Rare JDM (255bhp) WRC-Edition GT-4 ST205 Celica, one of just 2,500 worldwide.
DESCRIPTION
- Rare WRC Edition Celica ST205 GT-4. One of 2,500 (2,100 JDM)
- Launched in Japan in January 1994 before being released in the UK later that same year, the ST205 GT-Four was the top of the Celica range and the most powerful Celica produced to date
- Designed with influence from Toyota's rally team and producing 239bhp (255bhp JDM) from its turbocharged 2-litre delivering power to all four wheels
- Modifications to the standard car in order to homologate for the WRC include raised rear wing as standard, bonnet spoiler, anti-lag fitted (not enabled) with WRC specific heatshield, water spray-bar to spray intercooler (not enabled)
- First registered in the UK on 26/03/2008. one and a half years current ownership. Three former UK keepers
- JDM model - 255bhp, non ABS, non sunroof, no known modifications
- Total mileage c.72,000 (see Condition Report). MOT until May 2025 issued with no advisories.
- Good value compared to contemporary homologation cars of the same era (Escort RS Cosworth, Lancer, Impreza etc.)
SPECIFICATION
- Make
- TOYOTA
- Model
- CELICA GT-4
- Variant
- (ST205) WRC
- Registration Number
- L118 JKO
- MOT Expiry
- 22/05/2025
- Chassis Number
- ST2050003102
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Black
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
108 / 135
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High rise rear spoiler not currently fitted but included.
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Original head unit not currently fitted but included.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Mileage indicates 105,140 – circa 88k km in Japan, odo and speedo changed at import to read mph – approx. 55000 miles accumulated in Japan + a further 17000 added in UK = total mileage circa 72000 miles. As a JDM model, when new 255bhp (UK versions 239bhp) Non ABS, Non sunroof, No known modifications. I have a scale model of the Castrol liveried Celica to include with the sale.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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