1st gen Toyota Celica 1971–1977

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Year by year

1971 The first Celica sold in North America, an ST coupe with a 1.9L four and a 4-speed.^1,2
1972 A 2.0L four replaces the 1.9L; the fuel tank moves behind the rear seats.¹
1973 Three-colour tail lights replace the one-piece lights, and an automatic becomes optional.^1,2
1974 The LT and the GT arrive, the GT with a 5-speed and tighter suspension, and flared wheel arches.^1,2
1975 A 2.2L four becomes standard, with 5-mph bumpers, larger wheel flares and a hood bulge.^1,2
1976 The car is stretched and widened, with a new dash and 14-inch wheels, and a liftback joins the coupe.^1,2
1977 The last year of the 1st gen.^2,3