1989 Toyota Supra Turbo review from North America
"Buy this car if you can"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starter/battery/cable issue, fails at times to start, most of my Toyota Celicas and Supras had this issue, phantom won't start. Usually self correcting.
Squeaky brakes, drives me nuts.
However a solid performer, may not like to start but will after a time, usually close to when you can get a tow set up.
I have only been stranded once due to my error. Usually can limp to a shop or has a bad day in front of the house.. all the Celica/Supras I had exhibited this unusual quality.
I live in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and in the winter at -30C my 3.0 liter Supra will come to life, even without a block heater; never came with one, same as all the Celica's I owned.
General comments?
Constantly have unsolicited offers to purchase.
Can easily sell the same day you list.
Fun fun fun to drive, quick and responsive.
Very impressive performance from a 3.0 liter turbo.
Handles very well.
Looks awesome, and with a ground effects package, even better.
Equipped to the nuts as the high end Toyota of 1990.
Can move furniture if necessary due to the hatch.
Nice stock seats, electric divers c/w lumbar, temp set A/C, good gauges.
If you can find a turbo 5 speed targa roof model, buy it, you will not be sorry.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 152000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 175000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Supra |
| Date of Entry | 5th June, 2008 |





