1971 Toyota Celica Project Car For Sale

Vivek Nayyar
by Vivek Nayyar

This 1971 Toyota Celica is an extreme, high-caliber project car located in San Diego, California. A radical departure from its original form, this build features an LS2-based 402 stroker engine paired with a Borg Warner S480 turbocharger and a comprehensive Nitrous Outlet direct port system. With a full race cage, JDM right-hand drive conversion components, and a massive wide-body stance on SSR LongChamps, this vehicle offers a nearly complete collection of professional-grade racing hardware for the builder looking to finish one of the most aggressive classic Celicas in existence.

Location: San Diego, California/USA

Price: $24,000.00

Key Details

  • Make/Model: Toyota Celica
  • Transmission: T56 Manual (Stage 2 rebuild)
  • Engine: LS2 402 Stroker V8 (Turbocharged)
  • VIN: RA20-000311
  • Title: Clean

Condition

  • Non-running project car (needs work to complete)
  • Professional paint in Mercedes Pewter Metallic (723)
  • Rechromed front and rear bumpers
  • Sold as-is

Performance Highlights

  • 402 Stroker Kit with Callies Compstar crank and Wiseco forged pistons
  • Borg Warner S480 Airwerks T6 Frame Turbo (Ceramic coated)
  • Dart Pro 1 250cc heads and Fast 102mm intake/throttle body
  • ARE Single Stage Dry Sump Kit
  • 9 inch Ford Rear end with Art Morrison Ladder bars
  • Wilwood 4-pot Dynalite Big Brake Kit

Upgrades & Features

  • Nitrous Outlet Direct 8-port setup with Nano system and Progressive Controller
  • SSR LongChamps (15x15 -90 rears) and Weld Racing Aluma Stars
  • Full race cage from engine bay to trunk
  • Recaro Pole Position racing seat and Nardi classic wood steering wheel
  • JDM Right-Hand Drive dash, cluster, and AE86 manual rack conversion
  • Techno Toy Tuning (T3) suspension components and Greddy coilovers

Additional Information

  • Includes additional 1975 front hood and fenders, along with original JDM and Australian (AUS) taillights
  • High-end fueling components, including FIC/Precision injectors and a Harris Speed Works standalone fuel cell
  • Located in Mira Mesa; local pickup only

Find the original listing on ToyotaCelicas.com

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