1990 Toyota Corolla Seca CS-X review from Australia and New Zealand
"Fantastic, low cost, reliable little mate"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electronic ignition module - Malfunctioned at 160,000.
Rear shock absorbers - leaking at 140,000km.
Tail-light burnout - 170,000.
Gearbox beginning to crunch.
Front shock-absorbers - clattering, due for replacement soon.
General comments?
This has been a great value car for me.
Has had very little go wrong, only things to be expected for a car of this age.
Got it for a good price and came with all the mod cons, being the CS-X model.
Power-steering.
Central locking.
Alloy wheels.
Upgraded interior, including -
Revised dash with the tacho
Premium upholstery
Fabric headliner
Four speaker premium stereo,
Air conditioning.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 twin-cam petrol 4A-F Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 129000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 184000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Camira |
| Date of Entry | 19th December, 2001 |