I’m grateful and honored to be part of the Autotopia experience. Most importantly I’m proud of our team and their hard work & efforts. Juan is truly one of a kind and his hand built Celica is out of this world!! What an inspiration. 👏 🔥
Noticed the license plate immediately and chuckled, knowing what was lurking beneath the hood. I love everything about this build and the fact that his Mom had the same make, model, and year. The body style from this decade is etched in our memories and this backyard build is amazing! Juan, rock on, brother! Thanks for this one, Shawn.
Almost every car that was built in the backyard or home garage is absolutely my favorite episodes. I mean it. The episodes with the super rich shop owners or just the wealthy gear head who had it built….. meh. Money buys ALL OF THAT. But for one dude to overbuild such an awesome car. His own way….. man. So inspiring
Agree, I mean those ruffian cars are cool. Because I feel they have the same vide. It just so happens the fella has a ton of money, so the choice of cars and level of finish is higher up the scale. But the super high end 1000hp trucks and muscle cars are a yawn to me compared to these builds. Sadly those same old muscle cars/trucks get double the views for Shawn compared to these.
I'm going to agree as well, I find way more inspiration from these backyard, home garage builds the have more passion and the owners hard work in them than a pile of money. Now I'm not saying nobody worked hard on the high dollar builds but it's not the same if you screw something up with an unlimited budget. Id rather see builds like this instead of $400,000 call and place your order cars. Just my 3 cents...
I must say the sound mixing on all your videos are really good, especially when driving. We always hear the engine whatever shot it is in. Really appreciate the the effort.
Autotopia LA bringing the fckin' noise!! Lovin' all the non-US domestic stuff you show off man. That Volvo Wags, the Audi R8, the VW bus, E30 BMW and now the RA Celica. Such a long list of sick cars. You're the man, man.
Always liked the look of these cars, but they weren't great performers (not much was in 1974), but dropping a V8 in one is not only genius, but a heck of a lot of work! Great job! Love it!😍
I remember working on one with the 4 cylinder 5 Spd, in 82, I was 20. those cars were a blast to drive stock. My brother in-law had a 1972 Nissan 240 Z, he has a cam, Webbers and headers, that straight 6 came alive. This is a very cool build. a go cart with license plates.
My Dad bought one of those SR - 5 Celicas in 74 .. Just got my license and my 66 GTO was always Broke .. Put 50 k on that little Toy in one year .. But Not Like That !! Love The Plate !!
I'm so glad I clicked on this. It was because I couldn't find a boosted LS Toyota CORONA... When you said it was based on your moms car, I'm building a 67 Corona because my Grandma drove & loved her Corona. Like yours, I missed out on her original, but probably for the better since I I won't be heart broken if I crunch it up. Now tell me, do you wish yours was AWD ??? That's the plan... I also spent YEARS as a custom master builder literally across the street from AIRCRAFT SPRUCE ... Using 4130 everywhere, carbon fiber & kevlar floors, panels..... I don't work on planes, but learned engines, machining, detail, from a aircraft engine builder. This video made me soo happy, just seeing how the car makes you guys happy... I'm ready.......
I love it..I'm originally used to old school Toyota and Datsun cars..I definitely love his hardvwork and creativity.. it's best of both worlds looking at it for me..Good Review!!!!..🏁👍🏽
As I get older and see more and more swaps I have begun to gravitate towards the mindset of attempting to keep drivetrains in the same vein as the original…. That would be 10x cooler with a 1jz or even a Lexus V8. I’ve seen that exact same set up in I can’t even remember how many different cars literally thousands
RestoMod+, love the old retro stuff, it just looks better than modern. That drivetrain setup is super impressive and that man is a very skilled artisan and built something that I would expect would take many different brains to accomplish and yet he proves otherwise.
I think that's the most smiles per mile I've ever seen on any ride along. Would be hard pressed to find a carnival ride to top that experience. Dude's a hella engineer, mechanic, fabricator, ........
whats also cool is that this body-style Celica reminds me of a 68' Camaro. It also has a Fastback body-style and that reminds me of a Fastback Mustang. Both styles of this car looks good.
Ive wanted one of these cars for about the last 15 years. There was a guy in Jacksonville Fl that had one. It had a wide body done and lowered, but didnt have 700hp. This only makes me want one even more.
Hey Sean, love the channel. I think this is as scared as I’ve seen you. At one point you even told him to back off. You were definitely uncomfortable 😆
A ultra kool custom car from virtually every aspect, so bad ass! My dad & I took a new 1972 Celica for a test drive before taking my dad's 1970 Datsun 510 Orange Wagon back to the Datsun dealership in Portland Maine & buying a new '72 Datsun fastback in Bright Green. Such kool memories of early JDM roots!
Rollerskate!! Shifts it quick as an auto til 3rd...Love oddball cars/builds Those wheels and Enkeis were the thing in the 70s and 80s. Car is awesome! CAmeras usually dont give a good indication of acclerating. This...holy cow. Rode in teh backseat of one back in Jr High Dad bought it for his daughter. Things change indeed! Best part of this build being in Ca is its smog exempt!!
My first car was a 72 Celica ST. Loved that car. The 2.0L motors were torquey little things. Side note: 71 was the first year for Celica's not 72. I actually had a chance to buy an original 71 when I was in college. Guy that owned it, his son worked for Toyota US. He told me that the 71s didnt have caster adjustments in the front end.
Sick Ass ride!! It totally says SoCal!! Love the 74 Celica!!! 2300 pounds 700hp!! Wtf!! Bruh the Epsolons🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼 those that know Japanese muscle from back in the day know😜
That car is an absolute vision! Personally I adore the '75-77 cars, but it's not exactly an easy to find car to begin with. The last one I saw around here was a hatchback (the MiniStang model) with a 2J shoehorned under the hood and I was frothing at the mouth to catch up to the guy in traffic, and that was like six years ago sometime around when Goodguys was in town.
When I saw the thumbnail pic I got so excited. These types of different builds do way more for me than any new car. Plus it’s a manual. Awesome build bro 👏🏻
That is awesome, I love seeing odd ball cars like the Volvo wagon you featured. In one of the shots in the factory unit, there is a black w114 or w115 Mercedes behind you, what's in that? I have one in Australia with a 350 chevy tunnel rammed 5 speed. Thanks for all the cool car stuff.
Epsilon Southern Ways wheels. I haven't seen or heard that name since high school. In the early to mid 80's those were the wheels to have. Awesome build. Always nice to be different.
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This is what car culture is about. Building something you like, your way, and for you. Love it
Totally agree
I’m grateful and honored to be part of the Autotopia experience. Most importantly I’m proud of our team and their hard work & efforts. Juan is truly one of a kind and his hand built Celica is out of this world!! What an inspiration. 👏 🔥
Your reactions on the ride along is hilarious brother!!
Noticed the license plate immediately and chuckled, knowing what was lurking beneath the hood. I love everything about this build and the fact that his Mom had the same make, model, and year. The body style from this decade is etched in our memories and this backyard build is amazing! Juan, rock on, brother! Thanks for this one, Shawn.
Almost every car that was built in the backyard or home garage is absolutely my favorite episodes. I mean it.
The episodes with the super rich shop owners or just the wealthy gear head who had it built….. meh. Money buys ALL OF THAT. But for one dude to overbuild such an awesome car. His own way….. man. So inspiring
Agree, I mean those ruffian cars are cool. Because I feel they have the same vide. It just so happens the fella has a ton of money, so the choice of cars and level of finish is higher up the scale.
But the super high end 1000hp trucks and muscle cars are a yawn to me compared to these builds.
Sadly those same old muscle cars/trucks get double the views for Shawn compared to these.
I'm going to agree as well, I find way more inspiration from these backyard, home garage builds the have more passion and the owners hard work in them than a pile of money. Now I'm not saying nobody worked hard on the high dollar builds but it's not the same if you screw something up with an unlimited budget. Id rather see builds like this instead of $400,000 call and place your order cars. Just my 3 cents...
🤘🙌👍
"Build it once, build it right."
DAMN STRAIGHT! This build is BAD ASS.
Those early Celica's, the car we all forgot we totally wish somebody would do this with 😎👍
Epsilons were the baller wheels of the 80's! That build is mental and awesome at the same time, built by a madman!
Its so refreshing to see a home built piece of weaponry, this is what car building is supposed to be about.
No matter what life throws at you always remember if those 4 rear luggs are holding up you can too
A perfectly built drifter!!!😊
Indeed
Indeed
I must say the sound mixing on all your videos are really good, especially when driving. We always hear the engine whatever shot it is in. Really appreciate the the effort.
Have you seen Sarah-n-Tuned’s V8 Celica? Not 700hp but all JDM, and just so immaculate. I really get the appeal of these little cars.
Funny how the front end resembles my 70 Torino . @1:20 .
Only more narrow . Maybe that's why I always liked them . Is one badass ride !
Autotopia LA bringing the fckin' noise!!
Lovin' all the non-US domestic stuff you show off man. That Volvo Wags, the Audi R8, the VW bus, E30 BMW and now the RA Celica. Such a long list of sick cars.
You're the man, man.
Always liked the look of these cars, but they weren't great performers (not much was in 1974), but dropping a V8 in one is not only genius, but a heck of a lot of work! Great job! Love it!😍
New School V-8 Vega!!! Sweet Ride!!
Thank you sharing man, awesome. I'm working on a 77 celica fastback at the moment, thank you 😊.
I remember working on one with the 4 cylinder 5 Spd, in 82, I was 20. those cars were a blast to drive stock. My brother in-law had a 1972 Nissan 240 Z, he has a cam, Webbers and headers, that straight 6 came alive. This is a very cool build. a go cart with license plates.
My Dad bought one of those SR - 5 Celicas in 74 .. Just got my license and my 66 GTO was always Broke .. Put 50 k on that little Toy in one year .. But Not Like That !! Love The Plate !!
Cool to see another 74 Celica build on TH-cam!
This thing is so well done!
This car is as wild as you can get its awesome power its jdm look and style but the heart beat of an American V8 simply crazy love it.
What a cool little ripper. That'd be fun as hell to drive and way better built drivetrain than I was expecting.
No, THANK YOU! Simply awesome. I felt like I’m riding along.
what a freakin cool car , love it!! and kudos for the owner driving the hell out of it!
That Asad dude is a trip 😆.
I'm so glad I clicked on this. It was because I couldn't find a boosted LS Toyota CORONA... When you said it was based on your moms car, I'm building a 67 Corona because my Grandma drove & loved her Corona. Like yours, I missed out on her original, but probably for the better since I I won't be heart broken if I crunch it up.
Now tell me, do you wish yours was AWD ??? That's the plan... I also spent YEARS as a custom master builder literally across the street from AIRCRAFT SPRUCE ... Using 4130 everywhere, carbon fiber & kevlar floors, panels.....
I don't work on planes, but learned engines, machining, detail, from a aircraft engine builder. This video made me soo happy, just seeing how the car makes you guys happy... I'm ready.......
By far this is the coolest car that has been on your show to date! Beautiful work!
I'd have to say this is one of my favorite vids too Shawn. Love the out of the box type builds and this one looks to be well engineered too.
THIS GUY KNOWS HIS SHIT AN HIS BUILD IS JUST OVER THE TOP PRESTIGE AND DONE UP SO RIGHT IT'S LIKE A ROCKET 🚀 LIGHT AS A FEATHER 🪶😮
Brother with the camera makes me laugh. Cheers for adding his reaction!
Sarah Greenwood (Sarah n Tuned) needs to see this one
Her build is so good. I can't wait for the finished product.
no one I mean no one would see this car coming. Just sick!
I love it..I'm originally used to old school Toyota and Datsun cars..I definitely love his hardvwork and creativity.. it's best of both worlds looking at it for me..Good Review!!!!..🏁👍🏽
As I get older and see more and more swaps I have begun to gravitate towards the mindset of attempting to keep drivetrains in the same vein as the original…. That would be 10x cooler with a 1jz or even a Lexus V8.
I’ve seen that exact same set up in I can’t even remember how many different cars literally thousands
Wow! Love all the work this man put into this car! Wild ride!!!
i have no words about this build. love it! love it! love it!
the attention to detail on an often overlooked but absolutely beautiful body style is incredible on this one,love it
RestoMod+, love the old retro stuff, it just looks better than modern. That drivetrain setup is super impressive and that man is a very skilled artisan and built something that I would expect would take many different brains to accomplish and yet he proves otherwise.
I had a 74 celica here in the U.K.
It was more original with a built 1750cc 2t that made 130bhp
It was cool
Super Duper cool build 😮
Wow! You keep bringing it.
I think that's the most smiles per mile I've ever seen on any ride along. Would be hard pressed to find a carnival ride to top that experience. Dude's a hella engineer, mechanic, fabricator, ........
That is one badass build! Great fuckin’ car, Juan. I have an uncle that was a Delta mechanic for fourth years-you guys are ultimate OCD. 😂🤣😂👍👍👍
I just love the home built cars. This one I would definitely want for myself. Thanks for sharing this beauty of a car Shaun
I love what he did with this
@@AutotopiaLA indeed
whats also cool is that this body-style Celica reminds me of a 68' Camaro. It also has a Fastback body-style and that reminds me of a Fastback Mustang. Both styles of this car looks good.
They definitely grabbed from American muscle if the day
.............G'day,
I'm 82+ got my license 1958 (DROOL) at 16yo.
Cheers and God bless,
Malcolm
Awesome build, this is my kind of ride
That is old school speed shifting!! Watch and learn!! I love it when he winced at the 3rd gear stumble at the 14:00 min. mark.
So much power, what a unique build!!
Yeah. He got a little fun one. Nice set up. Multi purpose.
What a beast!
I have a Corolla SR-5 1974 and always love the idea of a V-8. Thanks for this video, now I know that is posible and this Celica is incredible.
We need Larry Chen to do a build breakdown front to rear and on a lift🔥
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Ive wanted one of these cars for about the last 15 years. There was a guy in Jacksonville Fl that had one. It had a wide body done and lowered, but didnt have 700hp. This only makes me want one even more.
Those accelerations at the end, good lord…this guy knows what he is doing. That car can take a beating. 👌🏼
It’s built to drive hard and I love it!
Cool car very nice. I grew up with that car. I had the 1980 model GT
Hey Sean, love the channel. I think this is as scared as I’ve seen you. At one point you even told him to back off. You were definitely uncomfortable 😆
Badass Bro!!! Excellent job!!
Hey,Juan, you are simply Awesome .unbelievable
A ultra kool custom car from virtually every aspect, so bad ass!
My dad & I took a new 1972 Celica for a test drive before taking my dad's 1970 Datsun 510 Orange Wagon back to the Datsun dealership in Portland Maine & buying a new '72 Datsun fastback in Bright Green. Such kool memories of early JDM roots!
Wicked little Toyota pocket rocket with backyard engineering sweet That will definitely get with it❤❤❤😁🤙🤙
Definitely one of the best shoots. That beast never seemed over stressed. What a car!❤
Overbuilt so he can beat on it everytime he takes it out and it begs for more
So cool just wondering how would turned out with tundra motor instead
Excellent video Shaun love it the smile on cameraman’s face was just amazing the Mercedes behind celica can you please do a video on that thanks
Asad loved riding in this monster! Such a well built ripper
Wow. Just wow. Amazing.
My absolute episode favorite by a mile,
Amazing beast, the only thing I'm not sure of is the side mirrors on the hood which looks kind of weird.
It’s what distinguishes the JDM version of the car.
Rollerskate!! Shifts it quick as an auto til 3rd...Love oddball cars/builds
Those wheels and Enkeis were the thing in the 70s and 80s. Car is awesome!
CAmeras usually dont give a good indication of acclerating. This...holy cow.
Rode in teh backseat of one back in Jr High Dad bought it for his daughter.
Things change indeed!
Best part of this build being in Ca is its smog exempt!!
My first car was a 72 Celica ST. Loved that car. The 2.0L motors were torquey little things. Side note: 71 was the first year for Celica's not 72. I actually had a chance to buy an original 71 when I was in college. Guy that owned it, his son worked for Toyota US. He told me that the 71s didnt have caster adjustments in the front end.
Well. That was a wild ride!!!
Wicked! Reminds me of my old V8 Miata that I built.
Whoa - that had to have been hard to keep connected to the ground!
@@SchoolforHackers believe it or not, it actually was great to drive. Hooked up perfect.
Really great car, a hot rod in the truest sense! Thanks for this one , these backyard builds are always so unique.
Sick Ass ride!! It totally says SoCal!! Love the 74 Celica!!! 2300 pounds 700hp!! Wtf!! Bruh the Epsolons🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼 those that know Japanese muscle from back in the day know😜
Wow, love this ride 💥
the mirrors on the fender look like an old 240z Fairlady. I was trying to figure the Spanish meaning of " el es" LMAO
He’s Number 1
That car is an absolute vision! Personally I adore the '75-77 cars, but it's not exactly an easy to find car to begin with. The last one I saw around here was a hatchback (the MiniStang model) with a 2J shoehorned under the hood and I was frothing at the mouth to catch up to the guy in traffic, and that was like six years ago sometime around when Goodguys was in town.
A thing of Beauty
"They make nothing for these cars" and
"Why the hell build THIS car?"
Lol
I totally feel that with my build.
Lol
When I saw the thumbnail pic I got so excited. These types of different builds do way more for me than any new car. Plus it’s a manual. Awesome build bro 👏🏻
This car brings back memories. My first car was a brown 1973 Toyota Celica. You don't see many of these any more.
Built a car veryyyy similar to this is Forza. So cool to see it come to life and watch it rip up the streets!!! That power to weight ratio is wild
Backyard builds are truly one of a kind and my absolute favorites 👍🏼
Now that’s a cool ride! A friend had one as his first car way back in high school days (minus the LS obviously) and always regretted selling it.
That is awesome, I love seeing odd ball cars like the Volvo wagon you featured.
In one of the shots in the factory unit, there is a black w114 or w115 Mercedes behind you, what's in that?
I have one in Australia with a 350 chevy tunnel rammed 5 speed.
Thanks for all the cool car stuff.
JDM with American V8. I didn't expect that. Unbelievable build. Great episode. Greetings
I didn’t either when I first saw it at Quarantine Cruise
Please don't ever stop shooting these videos. Best channel on youtube
Great Back Yard Build, Just Awesome Talent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That Celica is pretty awesome. Great build!
Sweet ride. I approve of this message
Epsilon Southern Ways wheels. I haven't seen or heard that name since high school. In the early to mid 80's those were the wheels to have. Awesome build. Always nice to be different.
It's like a 68 Camaro had a baby with a Toyota.
I love the 100k nice proffesional builds, but these are the coolest for me
It took a while, it was just at 12:26 that I started to believe it. The wait was worth it , intensity increased until the end of the video.
Know not alot of room, but vacuum canister for the brakes helped me alot.
I dig it. Toyota heaven
16:30 had to laugh too. FOrget holding that camera...but he tries too...and not go crosseyed lol
E ticket ride love it
Caliente punta Wei.😊❤
That’s a bad ass car .build
Drop in a CTSV engine and call it EL ESE ;)
Orale vato -
Most def….One of the best builds on this channel 😮😮😮🎉🎉
one of those with an hre built 1uz is top of my list of dream cars