1997 Toyota Carina GS review from UK and Ireland
"Excellent car, vastly under-rated"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing apart from normal wear items, tyres, pads, service items.
This was my second diesel Carina, this being an estate. Both cars exceptionally reliable, good fuel consumption. Have traded recently for a Honda Civic diesel - no comparison. Give me a Toyota any time. Still mourning the loss.
General comments?
Extremely reliable
Comfortable
Fuel consumption good
Good build
Roomy cabin
Huge boot
Cabin plastics a bit unexciting though.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Carina |
| Date of Entry | 27th March, 2007 |

