1987 Toyota Tercel 3dr hatchback review from North America
"247,520 miles and still ticking"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Just put new muffler on for 200 bucks.
Put a new seal in hydraulic clutch reserve tank.
New air filter.
New plugs, wires, and oil.
Other that this, the car is just about to hit a 1/4 million miles and purrs like a kitten.
Now for the interior. Sat for 3 years in my back yard. I put a new battery in it and it started right up; amazing. Sitting for three years though has really been hard on the interior. The Oklahoma sun has actually burned the seat to black and revealed the inside cushions.
Other than that, this car is a gold mine. I paid 300 bones for it in 2005; the best darn investment I ever made.
General comments?
Wonderful to drive.
No A/C, no problem. It has 275-ac, which is short for 2 windows down and 75mph up and down the road.
Best car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 12 valve 3E Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 245320 miles |
| Most recent distance | 247520 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Tacoma |
| Date of Entry | 12th May, 2008 |