Toyota Celica SS I 1998
£1,800
01/04/26
CAR OVERVIEW
Toyota Celica SS I 1998
Overview
A 1998 Toyota Celica SS I finished in White with period correct grey interior, representing a classic late 90s Japanese sports coupe from Toyota’s golden era.
This was the period when Toyota dominated the WRC with the famous Castrol liveried Celica, and cars like this capture that same lightweight, driver focused spirit that made Japanese performance cars so exciting.
Showing 102,274 km and fitted with a manual gearbox, this Celica offers an affordable entry into classic Japanese motoring and a potential future classic with the right attention.
This example is graded R which indicates the vehicle requires repairs or restoration, making this more suited to buyers looking for a project or light restoration opportunity.
What SS I means
- SS I is the entry level sports trim for the Celica lineup, offering
- Lightweight coupe chassis
- Driver focused manual gearbox
- Sport styling
- Simple reliable mechanical setup
- Strong platform for modification or restoration
Chassis number
- ST202 0116858
Auction grade
- Overall grade R
- Interior grade C
Mileage
- 102,274 km
- 63,549 miles
Engine and drivetrain
- 2.0 litre petrol engine
- Manual transmission
- Front wheel drive
- Lightweight coupe chassis
Key features
- White exterior
- Grey interior
- Manual gearbox
- Classic 90s sports coupe
- Driver focused platform
- Project car potential
Additional notes from auction sheet
- User owned vehicle
- 5 speed manual conversion noted
- General age related wear
- Various cosmetic imperfections
Condition overview
- Auction grade R vehicle
- Interior grade C
- Multiple cosmetic marks noted
- Project or restoration candidate
- Age related wear expected
Inspector notes and damage markings explained
The inspection sheet indicates multiple markings across the vehicle
- A marks indicate scratches
- U marks indicate dents
- V marks indicate paint defects
- Y marks indicate corrosion or paint fade
- XX marks indicate heavier damage
- Damage recorded on this vehicle includes
- A2 bonnet scratches
- A2 front bumper scratches
- A1 side scratches
- U2 dents on body panels
- U3 dents on body panels
- Y2 corrosion or paint fade rear area
- A3 rear quarter scratches
- Multiple paint imperfections
- Interior wear
- Seat wear
- General age related cosmetic wear
- Additional inspector comments
- Interior wear and ageing
- Seat wear and creasing
- Dashboard wear
- Rear damper weakness
- Left headlight haze
- Various paint imperfections
These issues are consistent with age and auction grade R classification.
Maintenance and provenance
- Project vehicle
- Classic Japanese coupe
- Manual gearbox example
- Future classic potential
- Documentation where available
Summary
A 1998 Toyota Celica SS I finished in White with grey interior. With manual gearbox and classic 90s styling, this represents a fun project opportunity and potential future classic.
This example would benefit from cosmetic restoration and general refurbishment but offers an affordable entry into Japanese classic ownership.
Auction information
Auction house
Tokyo
Auction date
02 April 2026
Bid deadline
01 April 2026 before 9pm UK time
Start price
£1,000
No suggested bid. This is a project car and buyers should bid accordingly.
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AUCTION CAUTION NOTES
CAR OVERVIEW
A1- Small scratch
A2- Scratch
A3- Large scratch
E1- Few dimples
E2- Many dimples
E3- Heavy dimples
U1- Small dent
U2- Dent
U3- Large dent
W1- Repair mark / wave
W2- Wavy panel
S1- Rust
S2- Heavy rust
C1- Corrosion
P- Paint marked / faded
H- Faded / need polish
X- Element requires replacement
XX- Replaced after accident
*- Light scratch / polish
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