1985 Toyota Camry review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I bought my car off a friend for 200 bucks. It had an almost nonexistent exhaust, blown struts and springs, and a lot of rust. I replaced both control arms and the radiator.
General comments?
I beat the car like it was stolen. I drove to a ski resort every day on summer tires in every weather condition imaginable. I held it at the rev limiter for a good minute in the first three gears.
The only engine maintenance I did was change the oil every 3k miles. For 200 dollars this was the best and most fun car to drive. It finally found its resting place in a VT junkyard because of rust taking completely over. The engine, trannie, and clutch never let go. You can't kill a Japanese vehicle. Especially the 'yoter.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 130000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 21st September, 2001 |