1 Nov 1983
A new nose, redesigned tail-lights and revised cabin marked the RA60 facelift.
More importantly, a new independent rear suspension led a series of drivetrain upgrades designed to stem the Celica’s almost laughably inept dynamics.
A new 73kW/157Nm 2.0-litre engine (2S-C) helped increase performance and economy slightly, but the changes weren’t nearly enough to turn it into a sports car – but the ride was less harsh than before.
