Mr. Dang Le Nguyen Vu, the renowned Vietnamese businessman and car enthusiast, has a special fascination for two Toyota models: the Celica and the Supra. On June 25, 2024, Vietnam’s largest car collector was spotted driving a uniquely modified Toyota Celica on the streets, adding to his impressive collection of vehicles.
This particular Toyota Celica, a 1971 model, was advertised for sale just three days ago. Its previous owner spent six months meticulously restoring it to its former glory, adding personal touches and numerous performance upgrades, including Coilover suspension with 30 adjustable hardness and softness levels, Nakamichi audio with subwoofer, and Watanabe wheels.
Mr. Vu’s new Toyota Celica, the first-generation model, stands out with its vibrant orange paint job, a bold departure from the black-colored Celica he previously owned, which bore a 5-digit license plate from Binh Duong province. This newly acquired classic sports a more aggressive front bumper, a common modification for cars of this era, along with a pair of round headlights and orange-painted side-view mirrors mounted on the car’s front quarters.
The wide fenders and flared wheel arches accommodate the wider wheels and tires, giving the car a muscular stance. Additional modifications include a lowered suspension, enhancing the car’s overall visual appeal and handling dynamics.
The Toyota Celica made its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 1970 and hit the markets in December of the same year. This sleek 2-door coupe, built on the same platform as the Toyota Carina sedan, emphasized style and driving pleasure. It was specifically targeted at the North American market and positioned as a rival to the Ford Mustang 1964½, offering a blend of performance and style.
In Japan, where different dealerships handled distinct Toyota models, the Celica was exclusively sold through the Toyota Corolla Store network. It filled the market position previously held by the Toyota Sports 800 from 1965 to 1969.
Initially, the Celica was offered in various trim levels: ET (1.4L 4-speed), LT, ST (1.6L 4-speed, 5-speed manual, or 3-speed automatic), and GT (1.6L 5-speed), with the GTV variant joining the lineup in 1972. For export markets, Toyota provided three trim levels: LT, ST, and GT.
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